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Vance, an admirer of Richard Nixon, says Watergate would be 'a 12-hour news story' today
By Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
Vice President JD Vance on Thursday said the Watergate scandal that brought down President Richard Nixon would have been a blip in today's news cycle, and he drew parallels between Nixon and President Donald Trump — arguing that both were targeted by “deep state” forces.Vance described his admira...
Key takeaway ”“If Watergate happened tomorrow, it would be like a 12-hour news story.
Why this matters in The Pearland
In Pearland , where many residents take pride in their conservative values, Vice President JD Vance's comments about Richard Nixon and the Watergate scandal may resonate with some. Vance's assertion that the scandal would be a brief news story in today's cycle could spark debate among locals about the role of media in politics. As a community within the Houston area, Pearland is not immune to the influences of national politics, and Vance's words may find an audience among those who feel that President Donald Trump was unfairly targeted by "deep state" forces. The fact that Vance is widely expected to be a presidential contender in 2028 means that his views on Nixon and the Watergate scandal could have implications for local voters in the coming years. Vance's admiration for Nixon, a president who was forced to resign, may also raise questions about his own political aspirations and how they will be received in Pearland and beyond.
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Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Vice President JD Vance on Thursday said the Watergate scandal that brought down President Richard Nixon would have been a blip in today's news cycle, and he drew parallels between Nixon and President Donald Trump — arguing that both were targeted by “deep state” forces.Vance described his admira...
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