Historical Events tagged with "hayes"
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Politics & Government
Congress Declares Rutherford B. Hayes Winner
March 2nd, 1877 148 years ago
Rutherford B. Hayes was declared the winner of the 1876 U.S. presidential election by Congress, amid a controversial electoral process. Although Samuel J. Tilden secured the popular vote, disputes over electoral votes led to a complicated resolution. The election was marred by allegations of fraud and voter suppression, primarily in Southern states. Ultimately, a bipartisan commission was formed, and after intense negotiations, Hayes was awarded the presidency two days before inauguration.
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