President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place a phone call to Attorney General John N. Mitchell. The recording consists primarily of fragmented, indistinct remarks that reflect the President's frustration regarding political opposition or hostile rhetoric. No significant policy decisions were finalized during this brief exchange beyond the logistical request for the connection.
On October 19, 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 5:27 pm and 5:38 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 292-017 of the White House Tapes.
Nixon Library Finding AidConversation No. 292-17 Date: October 19, 1971 Time: Unknown between 5:27 pm and 5:38 pm Location: Executive Office Building The President talked with White House operator. [See Conversation No. 11-142] Request for a call to John N. Mitchell
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