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Read. Follow. Verify.1973 Senate Watergate Investigation Hearing Records (Book 9)
Record date · July 19, 2026
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What This Bill Does
This document is the ninth volume of transcripts from the 1973 U.S. Senate investigation into the 1972 presidential campaign activities, commonly known as the Watergate hearings. It provides the official record of testimony and evidence gathered during the first phase of the committee's inquiry.
These records document the formal legislative investigation into the 1972 presidential campaign, which resulted in significant changes to federal campaign finance laws and government ethics oversight.
Who It Affects
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U.S. Senate
The Senate exercised its oversight authority to investigate executive branch campaign activities.
1972 Presidential Campaign participants
Individuals and organizations involved in the 1972 campaign were subject to subpoena and testimony during the investigation.
Key Facts
- The document serves as Book 9 of the Phase I Watergate investigation records.
- The hearings were conducted under the authority of Senate Resolution 60.
- The investigation focused on activities related to the 1972 presidential campaign.
- The proceedings were held during the first session of the 93rd United States Congress.
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Legislative Impact
The investigation recorded in these hearings served as the catalyst for major reforms in federal campaign finance regulations.
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