The Nixon Administration refers to the period when Richard Nixon served as the 37th President of the United States from 1969 to 1974. His presidency is known for significant events such as the Vietnam War, the establishment of the Environmental Protection Agency, and the opening of diplomatic relations with China. However, the administration is also marked by the Watergate scandal, which involved a break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters and subsequent cover-up efforts. This scandal ultimately led to Nixon's resignation in 1974, making him the first U.S. president to step down from office.