Question

n the 1946 Governor's race, Eugene Talmadge died before taking office. His death led to what became known as theThree Governors Controversy. How was the governorship eventually decided?

Answer 1

The correct answer is The Georgia Supreme Court ruled that Thompson was the official governor until a special election could be held.

Explanation: The Three Governors Controversy was a crisis in relation to the new governor because governor-elect Eugene Talmadge, died without having taken office. So this caused a lot of confusion in the state.