Ford

By haileedoughty
  • Ford is accepted into Yale Law School

    Ford is accepted into Yale Law School

    Ford earned his LL.B degree. He graduated in the top twenty five percent of his graduating class. He graduated in 1941.
  • Vice President Agnew Resigns

    Vice President Agnew Resigns

    Agnew sent in his letter of resignation to President Nixon. VP Agnew decided to plea no contest. He was charged with tax evasion.
  • New V.P.

    New V.P.

    Nixon send letter to Gerald Ford, asking him to become the new VP.
  • Ford as VP

    Ford as VP

    Gerald Ford was sworn in with 387 votes in his favor and 35 against. He was sworn in on Dec 6th.
  • Nixon Resigns

    Nixon Resigns

    Due to the Watergate scandal, Nixon lost all popularity, which led to him writing a letter for resignment.
  • Ford as President

    Ford as President

    After Nixon resigns, Ford is sworn in as president. He is the 38th president of the US.
  • Ford Pardons Nixon

    Ford Pardons Nixon

    Ford decided it would be better for the country to swiftly move on from Nixon's scandal. Ford determined that a long trial would do more.
  • Ford's VP

    Ford's VP

    Ford quick;y chose his VP. He chose Nelson Rockefeller. He is sworn in as VP in Dec.