From Adams, Jefferson To Biden: List Of US Vice Presidents Who Became Presidents | GFX

Throughout American history, several Vice Presidents have successfully transitioned to the presidency, often leveraging their experience and political connections.

Joe Biden served as Vice President under Barack Obama from 2009 to 2017. Elected as the 46th President in 2020, he has focused on economic recovery, healthcare, and addressing climate change, drawing on his extensive political experience.

Bush was Vice President under Ronald Reagan before becoming the 41st President in 1989. His presidency saw the end of the Cold War and the Gulf War.

Ford became the 38th President in 1974 after Nixon's resignation. He is known for his efforts to heal the nation post-Watergate and his controversial pardon of Nixon.

Nixon served as Vice President under Dwight D. Eisenhower before becoming the 37th President in 1969. His presidency is marked by the Vietnam War and Watergate scandal.

Johnson, Vice President under John F. Kennedy, became the 36th President in 1963 after Kennedy’s assassination. He is known for his Great Society programs and civil rights advancements.

Truman was Vice President under Franklin D. Roosevelt and became the 33rd President in 1945 after Roosevelt’s death. He made significant post-war decisions, including the use of atomic bombs.

Coolidge served as Vice President under Warren G. Harding and became the 30th President in 1923 after Harding's death. He championed economic prosperity in the 1920s.

As Vice President under William McKinley, Roosevelt became the 26th President in 1901. He is remembered for progressive reforms and expanding national parks.

Arthur became the 21st President in 1881 after the assassination of James Garfield. He is known for his efforts in civil service reform.

Andrew Johnson was the 17th President of the United States, serving from 1865 to 1869. He became president after the assassination of Abraham Lincoln.

Fillmore became the 13th President in 1850 after Zachary Taylor’s death. He is noted for signing the Compromise of 1850, addressing the issue of slavery.

Tyler assumed the presidency in 1841 after William Henry Harrison’s death, becoming the first Vice President to do so. His term focused on annexing Texas.

Van Buren was Vice President under Andrew Jackson before becoming the eighth President in 1837. His presidency faced economic turmoil, including the Panic of 1837.

John Adams served as the first Vice President under George Washington from 1789 to 1797. Serving under Adams from 1797 to 1801, Thomas Jefferson became the third President in 1801.