Historical Events tagged with "executive privilege"

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Politics & Government

Supreme Court Rules Against Nixon on Tapes

July 24th, 1974 50 years ago

The United States Supreme Court unanimously ruled that President Richard Nixon was not authorized to withhold subpoenaed White House tapes that were central to the Watergate scandal. This decision ordered him to surrender the tapes to the Watergate special prosecutor, marking a significant moment in the unfolding political crisis. The case highlighted issues of presidential power and accountability, setting a precedent for future justice engagements with executive authority.

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Politics & Government

Nixon Refuses to Release Watergate Tapes

October 19th, 1973 51 years ago

President Richard Nixon announced his refusal to comply with a U.S. Court of Appeals ruling that required him to turn over taped conversations related to the Watergate scandal. The tapes were a crucial element in the broader investigation into the scandal that had begun to embroil his administration. Nixon’s stance was met with fierce criticism, as it raised questions about executive privilege and accountability. His refusal intensified calls for his resignation and was a pivotal moment in the ongoing Watergate saga.

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