Events with tag - Executive Power

April 4, 1841

Tyler's Presidential Succession

John Tyler becomes the first vice president to assume the U.S. presidency following the death of President William Henry Harrison, establishing the 'Tyler Precedent' for presidential succession.

August 9, 1974

Nixon's Resignation

Richard Nixon becomes the first U.S. President to resign from office following the Watergate scandal, marking a pivotal moment in American political history that fundamentally changed public trust in government institutions.