51 conversations found
On April 19, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 7:24 pm to 7:26 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman discuss preparations for an upcoming meeting with legislative leaders, specifically regarding the administration's economic messaging. Nixon instructs Haldeman to have George P. Shultz, rather than Paul McCracken, deliver a brief and intentionally optimistic presentation on the economy to instill confidence. The President notes recent positive trends in the stock market as evidence that the public is beginning to favor optimistic long-range economic projections.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 7:55 am and 8:06 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 483-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman to discuss strategies for tightening executive control, specifically ordering a mass resignation of all government holdovers—excluding J. Edgar Hoover and Richard Helms—prior to the next school year. Nixon directed the administration to increase its public visibility regarding disaster relief and mandated that Secretary of State William P. Rogers publicly defend administration policies on Vietnam and Laos during his upcoming press conference. Furthermore, the President expressed intense frustration with staff performance and internal dissent, ordering the immediate dismissal of specific personnel in the Bureau of Indian Affairs and urging a purge of disloyal staffers at the United Nations.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 7:55 am and 7:57 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 483-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull in the Oval Office to coordinate his daily schedule. The brief discussion centered on the presence of H.R. Haldeman, who was waiting to see the President. The meeting concluded quickly as Bull facilitated the transition for Haldeman's upcoming appointment.
On April 20, 1971, Peter G. Peterson, Bryce N. Harlow, Richard H. Poff, and unknown person(s) met in the Cabinet Room of the White House at an unknown time between 7:55 am and 8:06 am. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 054-002 of the White House Tapes.
Peter G. Peterson, Bryce N. Harlow, and Richard H. Poff met to coordinate the agenda for an upcoming session with Republican Congressional leaders. The discussion focused on strategic messaging regarding government reorganization, 1972 appropriations, and specific policy objectives involving education, jobs, and health. The participants aimed to align the legislative schedule with the President’s goals, including briefings from Henry Kissinger and James Schlesinger.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Vice President Spiro T. Agnew, and Republican Congressional leaders, including Hugh Scott, Robert P. Griffin, Margaret Chase Smith, Norris Cotton, Gordon L. Allott, Peter H. Dominick, Gerald R. Ford, Leslie C. Arends, Barber B. Conable, Jr., Richard H. Poff, Robert C. ("Bob") Wilson, Robert T. Stafford, Robert J. Dole, George P. Shultz, Peter G. Peterson, Peter M. Flanigan, Dr. James R. Schlesinger, Clark MacGregor, William E. Timmons, Kenneth E. BeLieu, Patrick J. Buchanan, Ernest Stern, C. Fred Bergsten, Jonathan C. Rose, Bryce N. Harlow, Herbert G. Klein, Ronald L. Ziegler, White House photographer, and members of the press, met in the Cabinet Room of the White House at an unknown time between 8:06 am and 9:44 am. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 054-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Vice President Agnew and Republican Congressional leaders to discuss the administration's legislative and economic agenda. The participants analyzed current economic indicators, including inflation and productivity, and evaluated the implementation of the Task Force for International Development's recommendations regarding foreign and military aid. Additionally, the group addressed the future of the military draft, focusing on pay increases and the transition toward an all-volunteer force while assessing potential legislative hurdles in Congress.
On April 20, 1971, United States Secret Service agents met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:06 am and 9:46 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 483-003 of the White House Tapes.
Secret Service agents met with President Nixon in the Oval Office for a brief, routine exchange. The interaction consisted primarily of formal greetings and initial pleasantries. No substantive policy discussions or significant operational decisions were recorded before the conversation ended.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Henry A. Kissinger, Stephen B. Bull, and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House from 9:46 am to 11:15 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 483-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H. R. Haldeman, Henry Kissinger, Stephen Bull, and Ronald Ziegler to manage various administrative priorities, focusing heavily on controlling the narrative surrounding Vice President Spiro Agnew’s recent unauthorized remarks regarding the administration's China policy. The group also discussed the logistics of upcoming public appearances, including a strategic approach to a recent Supreme Court ruling on school busing and the management of high-level personnel changes. Furthermore, they coordinated foreign policy messaging, specifically addressing Secretary of State William Rogers’s upcoming Middle East trip and the need to establish a discreet, direct communications channel with the People's Republic of China.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:15 am and 11:20 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 483-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met to finalize logistical details regarding an upcoming Rose Garden event for a group of agricultural editors. They discussed the coordination of the visit, including tour arrangements and the presentation of gifts for the attendees and their spouses. The conversation also touched upon press relations and the role of Gerald R. Warren and Ronald L. Ziegler in managing media communications for the event.
On April 20, 1971, United States Secret Service agents met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:20 am and 11:50 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 483-006 of the White House Tapes.
Secret Service agents gathered in the Oval Office to coordinate the President's movements and security logistics. The brief discussion focused on confirming President Nixon’s location near the Rose Garden. Due to the high level of unintelligible audio, no further substantive decisions or developments were documented before the recording concluded.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 11:50 am to 12:15 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 483-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman and Stephen Bull to discuss administrative personnel changes, media strategy, and his upcoming public schedule. The group focused on replacing a Small Business Administration official, navigating negative press coverage, and coordinating potential televised appearances and radio addresses to maximize public support. Additionally, they reviewed logistical plans for hosting the Jaycees at the White House and engaged in a broader discussion regarding the deteriorating quality of life in New York City.
On April 20, 1971, United States Secret Service agents met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:15 pm and 12:37 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 483-008 of the White House Tapes.
Secret Service agents met with the President in the Oval Office to discuss security-related matters. The brief, twenty-two-second exchange remains largely unintelligible, providing no substantive record of specific directives or developments. Due to the lack of audible information, no definitive action items or policy decisions can be derived from the audio.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:37 pm to 12:40 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 483-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman coordinated the President's upcoming address to the U.S. Jaycees, emphasizing the need for an optimistic tone to inspire the audience rather than focusing on technical policy details like revenue sharing. They discussed using the event as a strategic opportunity to subtly promote the Supersonic Transport (SST) program. The President stressed that the speech should aim for a "ripple effect" through media coverage rather than a direct, intense confrontation, prioritizing an uplifting message about the country.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Henry A. Kissinger, Marcel A. Naville, Melchoir Borsinger, and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:40 pm to 1:10 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 483-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Henry Kissinger and International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) representatives Marcel Naville and Melchior Borsinger to discuss humanitarian concerns, particularly the treatment of prisoners of war (POWs) and civilian populations in the Vietnam conflict. The participants addressed the difficulties the ICRC faces in gaining access to North Vietnamese facilities and discussed U.S. efforts to enforce rules of engagement and investigate alleged military atrocities. Nixon emphasized his commitment to humane conduct while the ICRC representatives advocated for universal standards and the establishment of new international protocols for internal conflicts.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at 1:11 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 483-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Oval Office to discuss the President's daily schedule. The brief interaction focused primarily on coordinating logistics for the President's lunch. No significant policy decisions were recorded during this brief encounter.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at 1:11 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 483-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief, unscheduled meeting with an unidentified individual in the Oval Office. Although the conversation lasted only a moment, it immediately preceded a scheduled meeting with National Security Advisor Henry Kissinger. No record of the discussion exists, leaving the nature and purpose of this brief encounter undocumented.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger met in the Oval Office of the White House from 1:12 pm to 1:25 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 483-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger discussed a recent meeting between the President and Marcel Naville of the International Red Cross, during which Naville attempted to lecture the administration on the conduct of American soldiers in Vietnam. Nixon expressed strong indignation at this perceived lack of neutrality and instructed Kissinger to maintain a firm stance against international officials who criticize U.S. policy. The two also addressed broader geopolitical strategy, focusing on leveraging relations with the USSR and the PRC to protect American interests and prevent domestic political opposition from weakening the nation's global military posture.
On April 20, 1971, United States Secret Service agents met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:25 pm and 3:04 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 483-014 of the White House Tapes.
Secret Service personnel met within the Oval Office to conduct logistical or security-related business. While the specific transcript is unavailable, the presence of agents in the President's primary workspace indicates coordination regarding executive protection or administrative security protocols. No concrete policy decisions or specific operational details are documented due to the lack of an available transcript.
On April 20, 1971, United States Secret Service agents met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:25 pm and 3:04 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 483-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with unidentified Secret Service agents in the Oval Office to conduct a brief check-in regarding his current well-being. This interaction functioned as a routine status inquiry between the President and his security detail. No significant policy decisions or substantive agenda items were recorded during the exchange.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:26 pm and 2:38 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 251-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with an unknown individual to coordinate his afternoon schedule. The brief discussion centered on managing the timing of his official commitments for the remainder of the day. No substantive policy matters or major decisions were recorded during this logistical exchange.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:26 pm and 2:38 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 251-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building to review the President's upcoming schedule. The discussion centered on logistics and travel arrangements for the President's departure from the office. No significant policy decisions were recorded during this brief administrative exchange.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:38 pm and 2:39 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 042-059 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place a personal telephone call to his daughter, Tricia Nixon. The brief interaction served exclusively to facilitate this private communication. No substantive policy matters or administrative actions were discussed during the exchange.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:38 pm and 2:39 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 251-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building to address logistics regarding a telephone located outside the office. The brief exchange focused on verifying the location and accessibility of the phone. No significant policy decisions were made during this logistical consultation.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:38 pm and 2:39 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 251-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met briefly with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building to discuss the President’s upcoming schedule and personal comforts. The conversation centered on the ambient temperature on the porch, leading to Nixon’s decision to relocate his activities there. Sanchez also provided the President with a cigar during the brief interaction.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:38 pm and 2:39 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 251-052 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief, non-substantive interaction with a White House operator in the Old Executive Office Building. The exchange served primarily as a functional administrative check to facilitate telephonic communications. No policy matters or significant decisions were addressed during this brief encounter.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at 2:38 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 251-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to remain in his office to assist with immediate communication needs. This brief interaction served as a logistical arrangement to facilitate upcoming telephone calls. No further substantive policy matters were discussed during this exchange.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 2:38 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 042-058 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon directed the White House operator to place a telephone call to Congressman Leslie C. Arends. This brief administrative interaction served as a logistical step to connect the President with the House Republican Whip. No substantive policy discussions occurred during this exchange.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Tricia Nixon Cox met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 2:39 pm to 2:44 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 251-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard M. Nixon met with his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, in the Old Executive Office Building for a brief personal conversation. While the majority of the discussion remains restricted as a personal returnable item, the interaction serves as a record of their private communication during the spring of 1971. No substantive policy decisions or administrative actions were documented in the available record for this meeting.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Tricia Nixon Cox talked on the telephone from 2:39 pm to 2:44 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 042-060 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon engaged in a personal telephone conversation with his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox. The recording consists almost entirely of a withdrawn segment categorized as a personal returnable item. Due to these privacy restrictions, no substantive political or administrative details are available for review.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Leslie C. Arends met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 2:45 pm to 2:46 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 251-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met briefly with Congressman Leslie C. Arends to express gratitude for Arends’ supportive remarks during an earlier meeting. The two men briefly discussed the public's changing perception of the Vietnam War and the administration's progress in achieving its objectives. Nixon emphasized his determination to maintain control over the war effort despite opposition from Democrats who feared the administration's policies might succeed.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Leslie C. Arends talked on the telephone from 2:45 pm to 2:46 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 042-061 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon called Representative Leslie Arends to thank him for his supportive remarks during a recent meeting regarding the administration’s handling of the Vietnam War. The two discussed the disparity between the pessimistic outlook of Washington politicians and the underlying stability of the country. They concluded with a mutual agreement on the political necessity of communicating the administration’s strategy for ending the war to the American public, specifically noting that Democrats were worried the President's approach would ultimately succeed.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:46 pm and 2:55 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 251-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman discuss administrative logistics, including the scheduling of upcoming appointments and a photo session with Attorney General John Mitchell. They deliberate on potential candidates for Cabinet positions and the necessity of utilizing the Office of Emergency Preparedness to promote the administration’s economic and foreign policy agendas. The conversation centers on staff coordination and strategic messaging to improve the public perception of the administration's goals.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 2:55 pm to 3:00 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 251-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler consulted to coordinate a consistent public response regarding whether the administration had discussed upcoming protest demonstrations during a recent meeting. Seeking to mitigate negative press coverage, the two men verified that the Vietnam War and related demonstrations were not on the formal agenda and had not been addressed by the President. Nixon prioritized identifying the source of unauthorized leaks or misinformation regarding these meetings to ensure the official narrative remained uniform.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 3:00 pm and 3:04 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 251-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discussed the recent Vietnam veterans' anti-war demonstration, specifically addressing the lack of mention regarding the protests during a morning leadership meeting. Nixon expressed frustration that the media's focus on the demonstration had not been effectively countered or addressed by administration officials. The two participants sought to clarify whether the topic had been raised by anyone present at the meeting, concluding that it had been deliberately avoided.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, George P. Shultz, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 3:06 pm to 3:34 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 483-016 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with George Shultz to discuss personnel changes within the administration and determine the government's stance on Social Security tax adjustments. They evaluated the fiscal impact of alternative wage base increases, ultimately opting for a strategy that prioritizes long-term revenue over short-term political expediency. Additionally, the President reviewed Shultz’s upcoming economic address, emphasizing the need for rhetoric that highlights steel industry productivity and improves the quality of U.S. economic representation abroad.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:35 pm and 3:47 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place a conference call to Treasury Secretary John B. Connally and Abe Fortas. This brief communication served solely as a logistical request to connect the President with these two individuals. No further policy discussions or substantive developments occurred during this exchange.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Clifford M. Hardin, Gen. George A. Lincoln, Peter M. Flanigan, White House photographer, White House operator, John B. Connally, James D. ("Don") Hughes, George H. Mahon, and Clark MacGregor met in the Oval Office of the White House from 3:35 pm to 4:10 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 483-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Secretary of Agriculture Clifford Hardin, General George A. Lincoln, and Peter Flanigan to coordinate a strategic response to a severe drought in Texas and Oklahoma. The President emphasized that the administration must appear highly responsive and concerned to mitigate political fallout, even if a full disaster declaration was not yet legally or fiscally advisable. Nixon directed the team to facilitate a high-profile visit to the region, including securing appropriate aircraft and media presence, to reassure farmers and political allies like John Connally and John Tower that the administration was proactively exhausting all available relief channels.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and John B. Connally talked on the telephone from 3:47 pm to 3:48 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Treasury Secretary John Connally coordinated a briefing for a delegation including Secretary of Agriculture Clifford Hardin, General George Lincoln, and Peter Flanigan regarding a scheduled federal response to the Texas drought. The President directed Connally to meet with these officials to review their itinerary and logistical maps before their departure. Furthermore, Nixon advised Connally to remain in Washington rather than join the trip to avoid unfavorable political optics.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:48 pm and 3:54 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with a White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with General James D. "Don" Hughes. The conversation served strictly as a logistical bridge to initiate a formal call between the President and the General. No substantive policy discussions or decisions occurred during this brief interaction.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and James D. ("Don") Hughes talked on the telephone from 3:54 pm to 3:55 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with General James D. Hughes to arrange a larger aircraft for an upcoming trip to Texas, specifically for Secretary of Agriculture Clifford M. Hardin and his delegation. Hughes confirmed that they would utilize the backup aircraft, designated '970,' which shares the same presidential paint scheme and capacity as Air Force One. Nixon authorized this change to accommodate an expanded party of approximately 60 people.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:55 pm and 4:04 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon directs the White House operator to place an outgoing call to Congressman George H. Mahon. This brief interaction serves as the administrative bridge to facilitate a direct conversation between the President and the Chairman of the House Appropriations Committee. No substantive policy discussions occur during this initial request.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and George H. Mahon talked on the telephone from 4:04 pm to 4:07 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with Congressman George H. Mahon regarding an upcoming visit by Secretary of Agriculture Clifford Hardin and General George A. Lincoln to evaluate the drought conditions in Texas. While the administration aimed to provide assistance through loans, grain, and feed, Nixon explicitly rejected declaring the region a major disaster to avoid setting a broad federal precedent. Mahon expressed his support for this approach, agreeing that federal over-commitment should be avoided while maintaining necessary support for the cattle market.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Rose Mary Woods, Ronald L. Ziegler, Fred Maroon, Manolo Sanchez, unknown person(s), and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the Oval Office of the White House from 4:10 pm to 4:19 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 483-018 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Rose Mary Woods, Ronald Ziegler, and others to discuss administrative matters, personal gifts, and the President's public image. The conversation touched upon the positive public reception of the President's recent remarks on welfare and foreign policy, as well as the need to monitor political rivals like Ted Kennedy through informal channels. Additionally, the group coordinated scheduling details and reviewed logistics regarding upcoming travel and correspondence.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, John N. Mitchell, John W. Dean, III, White House photographer, Ronald L. Ziegler, unknown person(s), White House operator, and Sue Morrison met in the Oval Office of the White House from 4:20 pm to 5:14 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 483-019 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman, John Mitchell, and John Dean to discuss the administration's strategic response to a recent unanimous Supreme Court ruling on school busing. The group focused on distancing the White House from the controversial decision, emphasizing that enforcement should remain the responsibility of local school authorities and district courts rather than federal agencies like HEW. Nixon firmly instructed his staff to avoid taking credit for the ruling, express no personal endorsement of it, and ensure that HEW officials do not overstep their authority in implementing desegregation plans.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 4:42 pm and 4:59 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to connect him with Sue Morrison, the secretary to Attorney General John N. Mitchell. The call was initiated specifically to facilitate communication with Mitchell’s office rather than to cancel any existing arrangements. This brief exchange served as a logistical step to establish direct contact between the President and the Attorney General's staff.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, John N. Mitchell, and Sue Morrison talked on the telephone from 4:59 pm to 5:01 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-014 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with Attorney General John Mitchell’s assistant, Sue Morrison, to coordinate a meeting with Mitchell. The President reviewed Mitchell's morning schedule, specifically ensuring he would not miss an HEW staff meeting, before ultimately deciding to schedule the appointment for the afternoon when his own workload with other officials would be lighter. Nixon directed Morrison to clear time in Mitchell’s calendar to accommodate the meeting.
On April 20, 1971, Alexander P. Butterfield and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:14 pm and 5:17 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 483-020 of the White House Tapes.
Alexander P. Butterfield met with a Secret Service agent in the Oval Office to coordinate logistics regarding the President’s location and daily schedule. The discussion centered on the President's movements and the duration of his absence from the Cabinet Room. The brief exchange functioned primarily as a routine administrative coordination between White House staff and security personnel.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Alexander P. Butterfield, John N. Mitchell, and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:14 pm and 5:17 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 483-021 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield, John N. Mitchell, and H. R. Haldeman to briefly review matters following a photo session. The discussion focused on logistical details regarding a planned trip by Butterfield to Puerto Rico, specifically concerning the duration and base of operations for the visit. The brief exchange concluded before any further administrative or political business could be addressed.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Republican senators, including Barry M. Goldwater, Henry L. Bellmon, John G. Tower, Howard H. Baker, Jr., Robert J. Dole, Edward J. Gurney, J. Caleb Boggs, Carl T. Curtis, Clifford P. Hansen, Jack R. Miller, Clark MacGregor, William E. Timmons, Kenneth E. BeLieu, Eugene S. Cowen, Harry S. Dent, and Henry A. Kissinger, met in the Cabinet Room of the White House from 5:17 pm to 6:21 pm. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 055-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with a group of Republican senators and key advisors, including Henry Kissinger, to discuss the political landscape surrounding the Vietnam War and national defense policy. The conversation focused on the erosion of public support for the war, the impact of various congressional anti-war resolutions, and the importance of maintaining American preeminence despite shifting domestic and international pressures. The participants strategized on how to manage the political fallout of the Vietnamization policy and addressed concerns regarding defense preparedness and the administration's foreign policy initiatives in the Soviet Union and China.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Henry A. Kissinger, and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the Oval Office of the White House from 6:22 pm to 6:44 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 483-022 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, Henry Kissinger, and H.R. Haldeman discuss strategies for managing political support and public opinion regarding the Vietnam War, particularly in light of recent legislative concerns. They emphasize the necessity of conveying a sense of progress to Congress to maintain support for the administration's broader policy agenda. The group also reviews the strategic distribution of favorable poll results to Republican lawmakers and touches upon ongoing surveillance regarding Congressman Hale Boggs.
On April 20, 1971, United States Secret Service agents met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 6:44 pm and 7:00 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 483-023 of the White House Tapes.
Secret Service agents gathered in the Oval Office to confirm the President's current location and movements. This routine operational briefing served to ensure the physical security and tracking of Richard Nixon. Due to the limited nature of the recording, no further substantive discussions or policy decisions were documented.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 6:44 pm and 7:30 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone call through the White House operator to contact his Chief of Staff, H.R. Haldeman. The primary purpose of the communication is to facilitate a direct line of contact for administrative or scheduling coordination. No substantive policy discussions occur, as the call is purely logistical in nature.