What controversial action did Ford take during his presidency, which damaged his chances for election in
1976?
He pardoned Nixon for any crimes committed in office.
He tried to distance the United States from the Soviet Union.
He testified against Nixon about the Watergate burglary.
DONE

A. He pardoned Nixon for any crimes committed in office.

Explanation:

"One month after taking office as President, President Ford pardoned former President Richard Nixon for his role in the Watergate scandal, which came to be known as the most controversial action of his three-year presidency."

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