Richard Nixon: “With the deepest regret and with an understanding of the circumstances…”

On the recordOctober 19, 1973

With the deepest regret and with an understanding of the circumstances which brought you to your decision that I accept your resignation.

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Republican · California

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Letter Accepting the Resignation of Elliot L. Richardson as Attorney General.

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