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What controversial action did Ford take during his presidency, which damaged his chances for election in 1976?
He pardoned Nixon for any crimes committed in office.
He tried to distance the United States from the Soviet Union.
He testified against Nixon about the Watergate burglary.
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He pardoned Nixon for any crimes committed in office.
Ford’s September 1974 pardon of Nixon provoked public outrage and the perception of a political “deal,” which damaged his credibility and helped undermine his 1976 election bid.
Ford’s September 1974 pardon of Nixon provoked public outrage and the perception of a political “deal,” which damaged his credibility and helped undermine his 1976 election bid.
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