Administration of Richard Nixon

The Nixon administration, led by President Richard Nixon from 1969 to 1974, focused on restoring economic stability, reducing government influence, and improving international relations, notably with China and the Soviet Union. Domestically, Nixon enacted environmental laws and sought to improve civil rights. However, his presidency was overshadowed by the Watergate scandal, a break-in at the Democratic headquarters and subsequent cover-up, which led to Nixon’s resignation—the first U.S. president to do so. His administration's legacy is complex, balancing significant policy achievements with the scandal that ultimately ended his presidency.