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Nixon and Watergate — Quiz

Question 17 • United States History and Geography

The Supreme Court’s decision in United States v . Nixon resulted in Nixon’s

Answer
A
appeal of the decision.
B
second term as president.
C
resignation.
D
impeachment.

Explanation

In United States v. Nixon, the Supreme Court ruled unanimously that President Nixon had to turn over the Watergate tapes. The tapes weakened his position, and facing likely impeachment and removal from office, Nixon resigned in August 1974. The Court did not itself impeach or remove him; its decision helped lead to his resignation.

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