Rule of Law

The video discusses the rule of law in the US, focusing on the Watergate scandal during Nixon's presidency. It explains how the rule of law was tested when Nixon's administration was involved in illegal activities to aid his re-election. The scandal led to a Supreme Court case, United States vs. Nixon, which ruled that the President could not use executive privilege to withhold evidence. Facing impeachment, Nixon resigned, highlighting that even the President is not above the law.

How did the Watergate scandal impact President Nixon's presidency?

What does the Watergate scandal illustrate about accountability in the United States government?