Gerald R. Ford Jr. – 140.4
As a result of Richard Nixon’s resignation from the presidency, Gerald R. Ford was elected President of the United States and served from 1974 to 1977. Detroit-born Ford is best known for his work with the Helsinki Records, through which he attempted to alter ties between the United States and the Soviet Union. Ford is well-liked by the public because of his commitment to the country during difficult economic times. Ford holds the distinction of being the only person to have served as vice president and president without being elected to either position, and he has an IQ of 140.4.
Gerald R. Ford Jr.
Ford’s First Assassination Attempt
An unidentified woman named Lynette “Squeaky” Fromme attempted to shoot Gerald Ford on September 5th, 1975, as the president-elect was going past a joyful crowd in Sacramento, California. He resisted her attempts to shoot him, and she was armed with a Colt M1911 pistol, which did not fire properly. She was apprehended, and it was later discovered that she was a member of the cult led by Charles Manson, which led to her arrest.
Ford’s First Assassination Attempt
