Historical Events tagged with "prosecution"
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Politics & Government
Trial Begins for Watergate Burglary Defendants
January 8th, 1973 52 years ago
The trial of seven men accused of breaking into the Democratic Party headquarters at the Watergate complex commenced. The defendants faced charges related to illegal entry and the broader implications of a political espionage scandal that threatened the integrity of the 1972 presidential election. This moment marked a pivotal point in American politics, drawing national attention and sparking debates about corruption and accountability within the government.
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