18 and a half minute gap

The "18 and a half minute gap" refers to a notorious period during the Watergate scandal in the U.S. in the early 1970s. It involves the missing 18.5 minutes of audio tape from a recorded conversation in President Richard Nixon's Oval Office. This tape was crucial evidence related to the cover-up of the Watergate break-in. When the tape was released, the gap raised suspicions of deliberate editing, suggesting an attempt to conceal information. This incident played a significant role in the investigation, leading to Nixon's resignation and highlighting issues of accountability in government.