In the Resident Evil franchise, several "Resident Presidents" have served as central figures, often driving the plot through their relationships with protagonists like Leon S. Kennedy. Key Presidential Figures
: This leader was at the center of the Raccoon City scandal and ultimately authorized the sterilization (bombing) of the city to contain the T-virus outbreak. Features and Roles Resident President
: A close friend and recruiter of Leon S. Kennedy , Benford intended to reveal the truth about the Raccoon City incident before being assassinated and turned into a zombie during a bioterrorist attack in Tall Oaks. Features and Roles : A close friend and
: The presidency is frequently depicted as being burdened by the "government's involvement" in the Raccoon City disaster, with leaders like Benford grappling with whether to come clean to the public. In the Resident Evil franchise