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Solnce55 [7]
3 years ago
8

Which railroad company was at the center of one of the biggest scandals of President Grant's Presidency?

History
1 answer:
Leviafan [203]3 years ago
8 0

Answer:

The correct answer is <em><u>C) The Union Pacific</u></em>

Explanation:

During President Grant's Presidency the Union Pacific scandal shook the very foundations of the country's democracy.

At the time, it was found out that Union Pacific and the construction company behind the project,  Crédit Mobilier of America had charged far more than normal for the project.

On top of this, cash and over $9 million in stock was given as bribe to over 15 top government officials including the Vice President.

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