The question asked by a staffer to Butterfield brought down a president
A president's secret taping system, meant to secure his legacy, becomes the instrument of his ruin when a staffer's answer exposes it.
The question asked by a staffer to Butterfield brought down a president
This episode explores the secret taping system installed by President Richard Nixon, designed to record his presidency for posterity. It delves into how this system, known to only a few, ultimately led to one of the most significant political downfalls in American history.
Person: Richard Nixon
Date: June 20, 1972
Location: Oval Office
Event: Watergate break-in aftermath
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