What major role did the ruling in United States v. Nixon play?
Played a major role in Nixon's resignation
Played a major role in Nixon's reelection
Exonerated Nixon of all charges
Led to Nixon's impeachment
Answer
The Supreme Court's ruling in United States v. Nixon played a major role in Nixon's resignation. The Court ruled that Nixon had to turn over the Watergate tapes to the special prosecutor, which led to the discovery of evidence that proved Nixon had lied to the American people about his involvement in the Watergate scandal.
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