Which scandal occurred during Haig's service as Chief of Staff?
The Watergate Scandal
The Iran-Contra Affair
The Teapot Dome Scandal
The Lewinsky Scandal
Answer
The Watergate scandal was a major political scandal in the United States during the 1970s, ultimately leading to the resignation of President Richard Nixon. The scandal began with a break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters at the Watergate office complex in Washington, D.C. on June 17, 1972.
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