John Newton Mitchell

John Newton Mitchell was an American lawyer and politician, best known for serving as the Attorney General under President Richard Nixon from 1969 to 1972. He played a significant role in Nixon's administration, particularly during the Watergate scandal, which ultimately led to his downfall. Mitchell was implicated in the cover-up of the break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters and was later convicted for his involvement. His actions highlighted issues of political corruption and abuse of power, making him a key figure in one of the most significant political scandals in U.S. history.