President Nixon directs Alexander M. Haig, Jr. to meet with him immediately to discuss recent developments regarding Henry Kissinger's negotiations with Gerard Smith. The President intends to consult with Haig regarding the status of these talks before proceeding to a scheduled meeting with Secretary of State William P. Rogers. This brief exchange serves to coordinate administration strategy and brief the President on critical diplomatic updates.
On May 19, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander M. Haig, Jr. met in the Oval Office of the White House from 8:52 am to 8:53 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 501-001 of the White House Tapes.
Nixon Library Finding AidConversation No. 501-1 Date: May 19, 1971 Time: 8:52 am - 8:53 am Location: Oval Office The President talked with Alexander M. Haig, Jr. [See Conversation No. 3-63]
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