57 conversations found
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, State Department representatives, and other officials, including William P. Rogers, John N. Irwin, II, U. Alexis Johnson, Nathanial Samuels, William B. Macomber, Jr., Richard F. Pedersen, William I. Cargo, Marshall Green, Rodger P. Davies, Martin J. Hillebrand, Martin F. Herz, Charles A. Meyer, Harvey R. Wellman, Maurice J. Williams, David M. Ashbire, John N. Mitchell, Elliot R. Richardson, John B. Connally, Roger T. Kelley, Leonard Unger, Robert H. McBride, Arthur K. Watson, Kingdon Goud, Jr., William J. Handley, Ellsworth F. Bunker, George H. W. Bush, John D. Ehrlichman, Alexander M. Haig, Jr., Ronald L. Ziegler, Donald H. Rumsfield, Egil ("Bud") Krogh, Jr., John E. ("Jack") Ingersoll, and Richard M. Helms, met in the Cabinet Room of the White House at an unknown time between 8:30 am and 4:34 pm. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 061-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his cabinet, diplomatic staff, and intelligence officials to declare drug abuse 'public enemy number one' and to coordinate a comprehensive strategy for eradicating the international supply of narcotics. The participants evaluated the effectiveness of current interdiction programs in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Europe, ultimately concluding that despite increased law enforcement efforts, the drug problem was expanding. The President directed his team to prioritize the escalation of foreign pressure, including potential subsidies for poppy crop eradication in Turkey, and announced the centralization of domestic drug policy under a new White House office.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:30 am and 12:16 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 005-060 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to request a telephone connection with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods. This brief communication served a purely administrative purpose to facilitate official correspondence or scheduling. No other substantive policy or political matters were discussed during this brief exchange.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Alexander P. Butterfield, Ronald L. Ziegler, and Rose Mary Woods met in the Oval Office of the White House from 8:49 am to 10:04 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 519-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman and other staff members to address the political fallout from the publication of the Pentagon Papers and to plan the administration's defensive response. The discussion centered on delegitimizing the leaks by implicating the Brookings Institution and framing the disclosure as a moral failure of the intellectual community and the previous administration. Additionally, the President and his staff managed logistical details regarding his upcoming summer schedule, including travel to California, Florida, and Camp David, while coordinating his public relations strategy for a television documentary on his drug initiatives.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:04 am and 10:06 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 519-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull in the Oval Office to briefly coordinate the President's daily schedule. The primary focus of the discussion was confirming an upcoming appointment with John D. Ehrlichman. The brief exchange served as an administrative check-in to manage the President's immediate agenda.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and John D. Ehrlichman met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:06 am to 10:07 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 519-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and John Ehrlichman held a brief, cryptic discussion regarding potential personnel changes involving CIA Director Richard M. Helms. The conversation centers on the administration's skepticism regarding Helms's ability to fulfill specific requirements or maintain a desired focus. No formal decision was finalized during this one-minute exchange.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and railway union leaders, including Frank T. Gladney, John J. McNamara, C. J. Coughlin, William W. Winpisinger, Charles J. Chamberlain, Anthony L. Krause, C. L. Dennis, J. R. Tipton, A. T. Otto, Jr., Charles R. Pfenning, J. W. O'Brien, Richard W. Smith, James E. Yost, Charles E. Goodlin, Harold C. Crotty, Charles Luna, John A. Volpe, Charles W. Colson, George T. Bell, Willie J. Usery, Jr., and James D. Hodgson, met in the Cabinet Room of the White House at an unknown time between 11:54 am and 11:59 pm. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 061-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with various railway union leaders, accompanied by Secretary of Transportation John A. Volpe and Secretary of Labor James D. Hodgson, to discuss the economic challenges facing the railroad industry. The discussion focused on the necessity of industry modernization, the impact of outdated government regulations, and the need for tax reforms to incentivize the reinvestment of profits into infrastructure and equipment. Both the administration and union representatives emphasized the importance of labor-management stability and the potential for a unified approach to ensure the future prosperity of the industry.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Peter G. Peterson, Harry S. Dent, Peter M. Flanigan, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 11:56 am to 12:17 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 519-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Peter G. Peterson, Harry S. Dent, and Peter M. Flanigan to formulate a strategy for ongoing international textile trade negotiations. The participants discussed securing favorable import terms with Taiwan and Japan while navigating the political interference of Representative Wilbur D. Mills, who was reportedly pushing for a quota bill to bolster his own political ambitions. The group decided to pursue a conditional agreement that secures the best possible terms for the industry, followed by a coordinated effort to pressure domestic industry leaders into public and legislative support to avoid a politically damaging confrontation with Congress.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:16 pm and 2:41 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 005-062 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon directs the White House operator to place a telephone call to his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods. This brief administrative exchange facilitates direct communication between the President and his long-time aide. No substantive policy matters were discussed during this brief connection.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Rose Mary Woods talked on the telephone from 12:16 pm to 12:19 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 005-061 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, discussed administrative arrangements regarding his upcoming schedule and communication with First Lady Pat Nixon. Nixon directed Woods to inform the First Lady that his afternoon meeting with the Quadriad and a subsequent dinner with Secretary John B. Connally would delay his return home. The two also briefly reviewed plans for an upcoming dinner with Willy Brandt scheduled for the following day.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, Jayne B. Spain, John Spain, Jeffry Spain, Kim Spain, Howard Mayer, Mrs. Howard Mayer, Carl Sharek, Mrs. Carl Sharek, Robert A. Taft, Jr., Robert E. Hampton, and Potter Stewart met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:17 pm to 12:26 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 519-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held an Oval Office meeting with Jayne B. Spain, Robert E. Hampton, and several guests to preside over the swearing-in ceremony for Spain as a Civil Service Commissioner. Following the ceremony, the President emphasized the importance of eliminating sex discrimination in federal hiring. He directed the commission to ensure fairness and actively identify talented women for advancement into senior government positions.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, William P. Rogers, Alexander M. Haig, Jr., and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:26 pm to 1:09 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 519-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with William P. Rogers, Alexander M. Haig, Jr., and Ronald L. Ziegler to coordinate an administration response to the publication of the Pentagon Papers. The participants discussed strategies to minimize the perceived impact of the leaks by emphasizing that the papers represented an internal Department of Defense study rather than a consensus view of the administration, while concurrently highlighting the President's commitment to a new, independent Vietnam policy. They also addressed broader diplomatic issues, including NATO relations, arms limitation negotiations with the Soviet Union, and personnel transitions involving key foreign service positions.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at 12:26 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 519-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to review and organize his daily schedule. The brief discussion focused on coordinating upcoming meetings with General Alexander M. Haig, Jr. and Secretary of State William P. Rogers. The encounter concluded quickly after these logistical arrangements were confirmed.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the Oval Office of the White House from 1:10 pm to 1:30 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 519-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman reviewed the President's upcoming schedule, focusing on legislative management regarding Vietnam-related amendments and securing unanimous Republican support. They also coordinated meetings with congressional leadership, various cabinet members, and administrative staff to address political strategy and media narratives. Additionally, the pair discussed private logistical concerns regarding the President’s travel to California and expressed personal frustrations regarding family acquaintances, specifically Helene and Jack Drown, whose presence the President wished to minimize during his time at the San Clemente residence.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Rose Mary Woods, and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House from 1:30 pm to 1:44 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 519-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, Rose Mary Woods, and Alexander P. Butterfield met to coordinate the President's upcoming travel and social schedule while managing personal frustrations regarding certain acquaintances, specifically Jack and Helene Drown. The discussion focused on changing travel plans to avoid the Drowns, balancing the President’s need for privacy with First Lady Pat Nixon's social obligations, and addressing media criticism regarding the President’s workload. Nixon and Woods also briefly touched upon White House gift policies and past administrative practices.
On June 14, 1971, United States Secret Service agents met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:44 pm and 2:59 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 519-019 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with United States Secret Service agents in the Oval Office to discuss security logistics while he was operating out of the Executive Office Building. The conversation focused on the coordination and protection protocols required during this period of transition. The meeting concluded with the agents departing the office prior to 2:59 pm.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 1:44 pm to 1:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 258-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield for a brief, one-minute administrative interaction in the Old Executive Office Building. While the transcript remains undefined, the brevity of the exchange suggests a routine scheduling matter or the relaying of a quick directive between the President and his Deputy Assistant. No significant policy decisions were recorded during this short encounter.
On June 14, 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 1:45 pm and 2:41 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 258-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his valet, Manolo Sanchez, to receive updates regarding the logistics of his personal residence. The conversation focused on the arrival of Helene Drown, who had reached the residence approximately ten minutes prior. This brief interaction served to confirm the President's schedule and the status of his personal guests.
On June 14, 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 1:45 pm and 2:41 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 258-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. This interaction served a logistical purpose to connect the President with another party for official communications. No further details regarding the substance of the subsequent conversation are documented in this specific recording.
On June 14, 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 1:45 pm and 2:41 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 258-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal aide, Manolo Sanchez, to briefly discuss details regarding the Queen's Room. The exchange was informal, focusing on the movement and whereabouts of a queen within the White House facilities. No significant policy decisions or official actions were recorded during this short interaction.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Rose Mary Woods talked on the telephone from 2:41 pm to 2:45 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 005-063 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, to coordinate his upcoming schedule regarding the presidential yacht Sequoia and a meeting with Secretary of Defense Melvin R. Laird and various members of Congress. The brief discussion served to finalize logistical arrangements and ensure the President’s agenda remained aligned with his legislative priorities. No further substantive policy shifts were noted during this brief administrative exchange.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Rose Mary Woods met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 2:41 pm to 2:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 258-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, discuss personal staff frustrations and the management of office dynamics. The exchange reflects tension regarding internal personnel issues and concerns about the behavior of individuals with access to the President's inner circle. Woods and Nixon touch upon the difficulty of delegating these sensitive staffing matters while maintaining professional boundaries.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:45 pm and 4:33 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 005-064 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon directed the White House operator to place a call to his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods. This brief administrative interaction facilitated direct communication between the President and a key staff member. No further policy or substantive matters were discussed during this connection.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, unknown person(s), and Alexander M. Haig, Jr. met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:45 pm and 2:58 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 258-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and General Alexander Haig met to discuss diplomatic strategies and the handling of the war in Vietnam, specifically focusing on the roles of Secretary of State William Rogers and National Security Advisor Henry Kissinger. The conversation touched upon the administration's relationship with South Vietnamese President Nguyen Van Thieu and the necessity of coordinated messaging from U.S. officials like Ellsworth Bunker and Vice President Spiro Agnew. They further evaluated the impact of Soviet military interests on American policy objectives and the internal management of administration communication regarding the conflict.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 3:01 pm and 3:02 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 519-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull and an unidentified individual to briefly discuss matters regarding the President's daily schedule. The interaction was limited to administrative logistics and scheduling coordination. No substantive policy discussions or significant political decisions were recorded during this brief exchange.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, John B. Connally, George P. Shultz, Paul W. McCracken, Arthur F. Burns, Manolo Sanchez, and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House from 3:02 pm to 3:29 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 519-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his key economic advisors—John Connally, George Shultz, Paul McCracken, and Arthur Burns—to assess the sluggish state of the economy and deliberate on potential government interventions. The discussion centered on rising inflation, the psychological impact of economic news, high interest rates, and the growing public frustration regarding wage costs. The group debated the timing and feasibility of implementing wage and price controls, ultimately reaching a consensus to maintain a defensive posture while preparing to apply pressure on the steel industry and other key sectors to curb inflationary expectations.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 3:29 pm and 4:30 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 519-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a meeting in the Oval Office with an unidentified individual, though the specific nature of their discussion remains obscured due to the lack of a transcript and the unintelligible audio recording. Given the total absence of documentation regarding the substance of the exchange, no specific policy developments, directives, or action items can be verified from this interaction. Consequently, the meeting stands as a lacuna in the historical record of the Nixon administration.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, Alexander P. Butterfield, and James D. Hodgson met in the Oval Office of the White House from 4:30 pm to 4:34 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 519-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with staff members Stephen Bull, Alexander Butterfield, and Secretary of Labor James Hodgson to discuss the television coverage of a recent wedding. The participants reviewed the broadcast, with the President expressing particular satisfaction regarding the production quality and timing of the footage. Nixon concluded the brief meeting by requesting that the segment be replayed for an additional thirty minutes.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Rose Mary Woods talked on the telephone from 4:33 pm to 4:34 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 005-065 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, discussed administrative scheduling matters and a gesture of condolence. They agreed that the White House should send flowers for the funeral of Lieutenant Governor J. Sargent Reynolds, a Democrat, to maintain positive political optics. Additionally, Nixon coordinated his upcoming schedule, including a meeting with union officials and a subsequent 6:00 p.m. appointment with Kenneth Rush.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:34 pm and 6:46 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 519-016 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief request for the White House operator to place a call to George Shultz. This interaction serves as a functional step to facilitate communication with the Director of the Office of Management and Budget. No policy discussions or substantive developments occur during this brief administrative exchange.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 4:34 pm and 6:46 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 005-066 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with Office of Management and Budget Director George Shultz to review the current economic climate and address concerns regarding inflation and business confidence. The discussion focused on analyzing labor costs, productivity metrics, retail sales performance, and the complexities of monitoring unemployment trends, particularly regarding veterans. Nixon sought clarification on these economic indicators to better inform his upcoming meetings with the Quadriad and other advisors regarding potential wage and price control policies.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Rose Mary Woods, Leslie C. Arends, Gerald R. Ford, Clark MacGregor, William E. Timmons, and Alexander M. Haig, Jr. met in the Oval Office of the White House from 5:30 pm to 6:10 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 519-014 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Republican congressional leaders, including Gerald Ford and Leslie Arends, to discuss strategies for defeating proposed legislative amendments that would mandate a withdrawal date for U.S. troops in Vietnam. The President emphasized that setting a legislative deadline would undermine sensitive, ongoing, and potentially critical negotiations, while also damaging the U.S. position regarding the return of prisoners of war. Nixon and the leadership agreed to maintain a firm stance against these anti-war resolutions to protect executive authority and preserve bargaining power, while assuring the lawmakers that the administration remained committed to ending the war and ensuring political success for the party.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Rose Mary Woods, Henry A. Kissinger, [David] Kenneth Rush, and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House from 6:10 pm to 6:45 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 519-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Henry Kissinger and U.S. negotiator Kenneth Rush to review high-stakes foreign policy developments, including progress on secret channels regarding the People's Republic of China and sensitive negotiations over Berlin. The discussion emphasized the need to link various diplomatic issues, such as the Berlin Agreement and Mutual and Balanced Force Reduction (MBFR) talks, to prevent the Soviets from isolating or dividing Western allies. Nixon directed the team to maintain strategic pressure and prepare for an upcoming meeting with West German Chancellor Willy Brandt, while acknowledging the importance of Rush's role in the ongoing negotiations.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and George P. Shultz talked on the telephone from 6:46 pm to 6:57 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 005-067 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and George Shultz discuss a recent, gloomy economic briefing given by Arthur Burns and Paul McCracken. Shultz argues that the administration's economic outlook is being overly pessimistic and explains that while businessmen express anxiety, actual data on sales and profits suggest a more positive trajectory. They agree on the need to better analyze wage settlements and labor costs, with Shultz committing to a new project to track these figures to better counter calls for wage and price controls.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Rose Mary Woods, George P. Shultz, Stephen B. Bull, and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House from 6:46 pm to 7:07 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 519-017 of the White House Tapes.
In this meeting, President Nixon and Rose Mary Woods discuss personal and administrative matters, including the recent wedding of Tricia Nixon Cox and Edward R. F. Cox. The President and Woods exchange views on positive media coverage, specifically a recent Life magazine cover, while criticizing negative press commentary from reporters. Additionally, the President discusses upcoming scheduling logistics and expresses a desire to minimize future social contact with individuals he views as difficult, such as the Drown family.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 7:07 pm and 11:59 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 519-018 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to conduct a review and discussion regarding the President’s upcoming daily schedule. The conversation focused on logistical planning and the arrangement of official appointments within the White House calendar. No major policy decisions or significant developments were recorded during this brief administrative briefing.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and John D. Ehrlichman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 7:13 pm to 7:15 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 258-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and John Ehrlichman discuss the administration's aggressive response to the publication of the Pentagon Papers. Nixon expresses a strong preference for prosecuting the individuals who leaked the classified documents rather than the newspaper outlets themselves. The two strategize on managing the ongoing media fallout from the unauthorized disclosures.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and John D. Ehrlichman talked on the telephone from 7:13 pm to 7:15 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 005-068 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and John Ehrlichman discuss the administration's potential legal response to The New York Times' publication of the Pentagon Papers. Attorney General John Mitchell seeks authorization to serve notice to the newspaper to prevent the waiver of future prosecution rights, though Nixon expresses a stronger preference for identifying and prosecuting the source of the leak. Ultimately, the President agrees to speak directly with Mitchell to evaluate the political ramifications and determine the administration's legal strategy.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 7:15 pm and 7:19 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 258-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger discussed the administration's response to the New York Times' publication of the Pentagon Papers. Nixon expressed a firm intent to take legal action against the newspaper despite anticipated criticism regarding freedom of the press. The pair also briefly reviewed the status of Vietnam negotiations and Kissinger's recent consultations with other administration officials regarding foreign policy and staffing.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:15 pm and 7:19 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 005-069 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate an urgent call to Attorney General John Mitchell regarding the New York Times' recent publication of the Pentagon Papers. This discussion initiated high-level deliberations on potential legal action against the newspaper and the development of a strategy to address the unauthorized release of classified documents. The conversation set the stage for subsequent consultations involving Henry Kissinger, Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird, and former President Lyndon B. Johnson concerning the investigation into Daniel Ellsberg.
On June 14, 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 7:15 pm and 7:19 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 258-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief communication through the White House operator to facilitate a connection to another party. The exchange serves as a logistical bridge to manage the President's internal switchboard operations. No substantive policy matters or major decisions are recorded during this short administrative interaction.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, John N. Mitchell, and Henry A. Kissinger talked on the telephone from 7:19 pm to 7:22 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 005-070 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consults with John Mitchell and Henry Kissinger regarding the legal response to the New York Times' publication of classified documents. The participants agree to take a low-key, formal approach by putting the newspaper on legal notice while simultaneously initiating a covert investigation to identify the leakers. Nixon secures support for this stance by leveraging Henry Kissinger's report that former President Lyndon Johnson would publicly back actions taken to defend the integrity of government against such security breaches.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, John N. Mitchell, and Henry A. Kissinger met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 7:19 pm and 7:37 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 258-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, John Mitchell, and Henry Kissinger met to discuss the administration's response to the unauthorized publication of the Pentagon Papers and its potential impact on ongoing peace negotiations. The participants emphasized the need to defend government integrity against the leak while strategizing how to prevent political rhetoric from undermining the North Vietnamese incentive to negotiate. Additionally, Kissinger briefed the President on his upcoming Asia trip, highlighting the diplomatic importance of the China initiative and the necessity of maintaining operational secrecy during his travels.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:22 pm and 7:37 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 005-071 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to be connected with First Lady Thelma C. “Pat” Nixon. The interaction served as a brief administrative request to facilitate a private telephone call between the President and his wife. No substantive political or policy matters were discussed during this brief exchange.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon talked on the telephone from 7:37 pm to 7:41 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 005-072 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon and First Lady Pat Nixon engaged in a brief telephone conversation. The discussion was personal in nature, as indicated by its status as a withdrawn personal item. No substantive policy matters or administrative decisions were recorded or disclosed from this exchange.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 7:37 pm to 7:41 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 258-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon and First Lady Pat Nixon discussed recent media coverage, specifically focusing on a magazine cover feature and public reception. The pair exchanged observations regarding the quality of photographs and the broader impact of televised media compared to print. The brief exchange served as an informal check-in on their respective public impressions and upcoming schedule commitments.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:41 pm and 7:48 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 005-074 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to connect him with his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox. The brief exchange served as a routine administrative request to facilitate a personal telephone call. No policy or substantive government matters were discussed during this interaction.
On June 14, 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 7:41 pm and 7:48 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 258-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief interaction with the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection. The exchange serves primarily as a logistical step for the President to reach another party. No substantive policy discussions or significant political developments occur during this brief administrative request.
On June 14, 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 7:41 pm and 7:48 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 258-014 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief administrative communication with the White House operator from his office in the Old Executive Office Building. The recording captures only the logistical coordination typical of placing a telephone call. No substantive policy discussions or significant political developments are present in this segment.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:41 pm and 7:48 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 005-073 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiated a brief telephone request to the White House operator to be connected with his close confidant, Charles G. “Bebe” Rebozo. The interaction served strictly as a logistical bridge to facilitate this private communication. No substantive policy matters or further actions were discussed during this brief exchange.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Tricia Nixon Cox talked on the telephone from 7:48 pm to 7:51 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 005-075 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon engaged in a brief personal telephone conversation with his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox. The recording consists almost entirely of redacted segments classified as personal and returnable, providing no substantive insight into political or administrative affairs. Consequently, there are no policy decisions or official action items resulting from this brief exchange.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Tricia Nixon Cox met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 7:48 pm to 7:51 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 258-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, engage in a brief, informal check-in regarding recent media coverage and personal scheduling. The discussion touches upon positive feedback concerning television appearances and mentions an upcoming meeting with an ambassador. The exchange concludes with a brief mention of future plans involving travel to San Diego.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles G. ("Bebe") Rebozo talked on the telephone from 7:52 pm to 7:55 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 005-076 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon spoke with his close associate Charles G. “Bebe” Rebozo in a brief telephone conversation. The entire substantive portion of the call was designated as personal and subsequently withdrawn from public release. Consequently, there is no record of discussed topics, policy decisions, or specific developments available for historical analysis.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles G. ("Bebe") Rebozo met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 7:52 pm to 7:55 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 258-016 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his close associate Bebe Rebozo discuss logistics for an upcoming personal trip, specifically canceling planned travel to Maine in favor of visiting Rebozo's home in Florida. Nixon outlines a plan to inform First Lady Pat Nixon of the change after confirming her schedule. The two also briefly touch upon the positive public reception of a recent wedding, noting its non-controversial nature.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at 7:55 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 258-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief, informal communication with the White House operator from his office in the Old Executive Office Building. The exchange serves primarily as a logistical check of the telecommunications system. No substantive policy discussions or significant administrative decisions occur during this short recorded interaction.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 7:55 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 005-077 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with his Chief of Staff, H.R. Haldeman. This brief interaction served as a logistical bridge to initiate a separate, substantive discussion between the President and his top aide. No policy matters or further developments occurred during this specific administrative exchange.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 7:56 pm to 7:58 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 258-018 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discuss a strategic plan to exert pressure on the television networks by leveraging the influence of major corporate advertisers. Nixon proposes focusing on a single network to create a high-profile confrontation, aiming to manipulate media coverage through economic coercion. The brief exchange reflects the administration's ongoing efforts to challenge and undermine perceived hostile media outlets.
On June 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 7:56 pm to 7:58 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 005-078 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discuss a strategy to pressure NBC into rebroadcasting the coverage of Tricia Nixon Cox's wedding during prime time. The President suggests mobilizing key administration figures like Charles Colson and influential corporate allies to lobby the network through letters and direct outreach from major advertisers. Nixon frames this as a positive public relations effort, specifically requesting that Colson coordinate the campaign to ensure the rebroadcast occurs by the following week.