Michael is the governor of New York State and has been implicated in a scandal that forces him to resign.Which of the following is the next step by the state of New York in filling his position?
A)The state immediately conducts elections.
B)The federal government appoints a temporary governor until popular elections.
C)The secretary of state of New York steps in as a temporary governor until popular elections.
D)The lieutenant governor of New York is sworn in as governor to finish the original term.
E)The state legislature appoints a temporary governor until popular elections.

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The lieutenant governor of New York is typically next in line to assume the role of governor if the sitting governor resigns. The lieutenant governor would be sworn in as governor to finish the original term. Therefore, option D is the correct answer.

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