Agnew

Agnew is a surname of Scottish and Irish origin, most notably associated with Spiro Agnew, who served as Vice President of the United States under Richard Nixon from 1969 until his resignation in 1973 amid charges of tax evasion and bribery.

The name became synonymous with political scandal and the fall from power of a high-ranking official.

Agnew was known for his combative rhetoric and attacks on the press before his disgrace.