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Richard M. Nixon, on the verge of impeachment as a result of the Watergate Scandal , became the first US President to resign from office on August 9, 1974. (The Watergate scandal began on June 17, 1972.)

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In the summer of 1974 Richard Nixon faced mounting pressure because of the continuing discoveries of the Watergate scandal. His approval rating reached an all time low of 23%. Finally on August 9th, 1974 Richard Nixon resigned the Presidency in order to avoid facing impeachment by the Congress.

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Richard Nixon

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President Richard Nixon

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That president was Richard Nixon.

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Q: What president was forced to resign because of the Watergate scandal?
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