CREEP (Committee to Re-elect the President)

CREEP stands for the Committee to Re-elect the President, a fundraising organization formed to support Richard Nixon’s 1972 presidential campaign. It became infamous during the Watergate scandal for its involvement in illegal activities, including the break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters. Investigations revealed that CREEP engaged in unethical practices to undermine opponents and secure Nixon's re-election. The scandal ultimately led to Nixon's resignation in 1974, highlighting issues of political corruption and abuse of power within the U.S. government. CREEP's actions contributed significantly to changes in campaign finance laws and accountability in political activities.