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How many terms did Gerald Ford serve as president?
August 9, 1974 – January 20, 1977
Gerald Ford/Presidential terms
Who is the 38th president?
When Gerald R. Ford took the oath of office on August 9, 1974 as our 38th President, he declared, “I assume the Presidency under extraordinary circumstances… This is an hour of history that troubles our minds and hurts our hearts.”
Who was appointed vice president in 1973?
Following Spiro Agnew’s resignation, Nixon nominated Gerald R. Ford as his new vice president.
Which president has only served one term?
Presidents by time in office
| Rank | President | Number of terms |
|---|---|---|
| 22 tie | Benjamin Harrison | One full term |
| William Howard Taft | One full term | |
| Herbert Hoover | One full term | |
| Jimmy Carter | One full term |
How did Gerald Ford become President?
In December 1973, two months after the resignation of Spiro Agnew, Ford became the first person appointed to the vice presidency under the terms of the 25th Amendment. After the subsequent resignation of President Nixon in August 1974, Ford immediately assumed the presidency.
Who ran for President in 1974?
Democrat Jimmy Carter of Georgia defeated incumbent Republican President Gerald Ford from Michigan by a narrow victory of 297 electoral college votes to Ford’s 240.
How old is Gerald Ford?
93 years (1913–2006)
Gerald Ford/Age at death
WHO confirmed Gerald Ford as vice president?
Confirmation votes By a vote of 92 to 3 on November 27, 1973, the Senate confirmed the nomination of Gerald Ford. The following week, on December 6, the House of Representatives gave its approval, 387 to 35.. 35 Representatives and three senators voted no.
Who voted against Gerald Ford?
1976 United States presidential election
| Nominee | Jimmy Carter | Gerald Ford |
| Party | Democratic | Republican |
| Home state | Georgia | Michigan |
| Running mate | Walter Mondale | Bob Dole |
| Electoral vote | 297 | 240 |