9. Warren G. Harding: Unprepared for the Presidency
Warren G. Harding entered the White House with modest political experience and little background in national administration. His presidency was soon marred by scandals, most notoriously the Teapot Dome affair, exposing deep flaws in his leadership and judgment. Harding’s inability to control his cabinet or navigate Washington politics has made his tenure a classic warning about the risks of electing those unready for the nation’s highest office.
