The Supreme Court in the case United States v.Richard Nixon (1974)ruled that Nixon must

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The Supreme Court ruled that Nixon must turn over evidence to the special prosecutor, as he had claimed executive privilege to withhold the tapes of conversations that were being sought as part of the Watergate investigation. The ruling was a significant moment in American history, as it established that the president is not above the law and must comply with legal procedures and court orders. Nixon ultimately resigned from the presidency in the face of mounting pressure and evidence of wrongdoing.

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