Committee to Re-Elect the President (CREEP)

The Committee to Re-Elect the President (CREEP) was a fundraising organization for U.S. President Richard Nixon's 1972 re-election campaign. It became infamous for its involvement in the Watergate scandal, where members engaged in illegal activities, including the break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters. The ensuing cover-up led to a major political scandal, exposing corruption and misconduct at high levels of government. CREEP symbolizes the abuse of power in political campaigns and contributed to Nixon's eventual resignation in 1974, highlighting the importance of accountability in democratic governance.