Charles Colson was an American attorney and political figure, best known for his role as Special Counsel to President Richard Nixon during the Watergate scandal. He was a key advisor in the Nixon administration and became infamous for his involvement in the cover-up efforts surrounding the scandal, which ultimately led to his conviction for obstruction of justice in 1974. After serving time in prison, Colson experienced a significant transformation and became a prominent Christian leader. He founded the Prison Fellowship, an organization dedicated to helping inmates and advocating for criminal justice reform. His work focused on rehabilitation and faith-based initiatives, impacting many lives across the United States.