Democrats seek 1976 Agnew successor pledge
Democratic leaders and freshmen discussed plans to require any Agnew successor to pledge not to seek the presidency in 1976 if Agnew resigns before his term ends. The talks occurred in Speaker Carl Albert's office amid concerns over how a midterm vice president would be chosen under the 25th Amendment.
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Democratic officials and Robe rt Strauss question Nixon pick for vice president amid renewed Agnew resignation speculation. White House officials deny pressure on Agnew, while lawmakers discuss a possible successor and campaign finance reform.
Mansfield urges caution on Agnew guilt in probe
Senate Democratic Leader Mike Mansfield cautioned that Vice President Spiro Agnew should be presumed innocent until proven guilty amid a political kickback investigation. He urged avoiding speculation on impeachment and criticized sensational rumors about a resignation denial. The federal probe in Maryland continued with Beall in Washington and discussions about presenting evidence to the grand jury.
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