Ford says he will keep Kissinger as secretary of state
Ford reassures a wary nation that policies will continue, pledges cooperation with Congress, and notes Kissinger will remain as secretary of state. He meets with Kissinger and Mixon as Nixon exits, eyes a joint session and smooth payroll transition, while praising Nixon's legacy and planning swearing in plans for his own term.
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Tom Ford and brothers Richard and Jim sat with their families in a hotel room in Grand Rapids as Gerald Ford was named the next president. They noted the 23rd Amendment limits him to one elected term, and avoided a circus atmosphere while watching Nixon's resignation.
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Congressional Support for Ford After Nixon Resigns
Senators and representatives react to President Nixon's resignation with mixed emotion. Ford’s readiness to work with Congress is praised, while Nixon’s departure is called a necessary step. Leaders like Church Albert Kennedy and Byrd emphasize unity, healing, and a smoother transition for Ford's administration.
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Crowds gathered outside the White House on Thursday evening to mark Nixon's resignation. Cheers and serenades mingled with protests as thousands watched the declaration on television, while police managed traffic and public sentiment split between sadness and relief.
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In Alexandria Virginia residents describe the Fords as ordinary neighbors with a pool, lush yard, and a driveway hosting two Secret Service cars. Neighbors recount friendly interactions and note Mrs Ford’s strain amid national events as Elliott Richardson calls Nixon’s resignation tragic and Nixon’s speech a measured, self made decision.
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