President Nixon consulted with Alexander M. Haig, Jr. regarding ongoing administrative and logistical matters. While the transcript is fragmentary, the discussion centers on internal communication protocols and the coordination of presidential affairs. No major policy shifts or strategic decisions were finalized during this brief exchange.
On May 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and Alexander M. Haig, Jr. met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:03 am and 8:12 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 725-007 of the White House Tapes.
Nixon Library Finding AidConversation No. 725-7
Date: May 16, 1972
Time: Unknown between 8:03 am and 8:12 am
Location: Oval Office
The White House operator talked with the President.
[See Conversation No. 24-138]
The President talked with Gen. Alexander M. Haig, Jr.
[See Conversation No. 24-139]
(rev. Jan-02)This transcript was generated automatically by AI and has not been reviewed for accuracy. Do not cite this transcript as authoritative. Consult the Finding Aid above for verified information.