American Scandal ENCORE: Watergate | The Break In | 1
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Jun 24, 2025 Dive into the origins of the Watergate scandal, where a seemingly minor burglary spirals into political chaos. Discover how Nixon's risky tactics aimed to secure reelection and unravel the ethical dilemmas faced by his administration. As pressure mounts, witness the internal struggles of a president grappling with self-doubt and the dire consequences of his decisions. Tension runs high during covert operations, revealing a web of espionage that changed American politics forever.
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Watergate's Expansive Impact
- Watergate started as a small burglary but escalated into a massive constitutional crisis.
- It revealed deep abuses of presidential power that shook American democracy.
Liddy's Controversial Plan
- G. Gordon Liddy proposed bold, secret operations to spy on Nixon's political opponents.
- His plans included drugging activists, using prostitutes, and extensive spying to secure Nixon's re-election.
Mitchell Approves Bugging Operation
- John Mitchell approved a scaled-down, $250,000 version focused on bugging Democrat offices.
- Mitchell was uneasy about the plan but justified risks for the election advantage.
