ExclusiveWarren G. Harding: Promise and Popularity

Warren G. Harding swept into office with one of the largest popular vote margins in U.S. history, promising a “return to normalcy” after World War I and the Spanish flu. Handsome, charming, and widely liked, Harding was seen as a soothing presence in a time of upheaval.

But behind the calm exterior lay one of the most scandal-plagued administrations in American history. From the infamous “Ohio Gang” to the Teapot Dome bribery case, Harding’s presidency was marred by corruption, favoritism, and personal indiscretions—including secret affairs and hush money.

Still, Harding wasn’t all smoke and scandal. He supported racial equality, helped steer the country into economic prosperity, and was the only sitting senator ever elected president. But with sudden death, no autopsy, and rumors of foul play, his legacy remains a mix of popularity, tragedy, and controversy.

This episode explores the paradox of a president beloved by the public but undone by those closest to him.


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