Julie Nixon Eisenhower
As the younger daughter of President Nixon, Julie Nixon Eisenhower served as a prominent public surrogate and campaigner, notably during the 1972 re-election effort. Throughout the 1971–1973 taping period, she was a frequent presence in the White House, often acting as a liaison to the public and a steadfast emotional support for her father. As the Watergate scandal intensified toward the end of the taping era, she transitioned into a role as the administration's most vocal and loyal defender in the media.
467 conversations about Julie Nixon Eisenhower → (where Eisenhower is the subject, not only a participant)
What Eisenhower talks about on the tapes
Camp David 150Family 107Pat Nixon 87Personal correspondence 62Presidential scheduling 43Public relations 38White House Tapes 26Nixon family 24Personal communication 23Scheduling 22Personal matters 21Family relations 21
Conversations (389)
— Page 3 of 4On September 24, 1972, Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 5:00 pm and 9:12 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 213-035 of the White House Tapes.
Julie Nixon Eisenhower and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 1:05 pm on September 30, 1972 and 9:22 am on October 3, 1972. The Camp David Study Desk taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 180-002 of the White House Tapes.
Julie Nixon Eisenhower and Nelson Pierce talked on the telephone at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 1:05 pm on September 30, 1972 and 9:22 am on October 3, 1972. The Camp David Study Desk taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 180-003 of the White House Tapes.
Julie Nixon Eisenhower and Charles G. ("Bebe") Rebozo discussed potential campaign appearances for Eisenhower in South Florida, specifically a Kiwanis event in late October or early November. Rebozo had tentatively scheduled this but reported that campaign staff declined due to proximity to the election, a decision Eisenhower deferred to their judgment. They also briefly discussed George McGovern's declining poll numbers and the overall election forecast for Florida.
President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 4:57 pm on September 30, 1972 and 4:06 pm on October 2, 1972. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 214-007 of the White House Tapes.
Julie Nixon Eisenhower and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 11:10 pm on September 30, 1972 and 4:10 pm on October 1, 1972. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 145-008 of the White House Tapes.
Julie Nixon Eisenhower and Rita DiSantis discussed their schedules and confirmed plans for DiSantis to accompany Mrs. Nixon on Tuesday and Wednesday, including an overnight stay in New York. They also briefly touched upon a pamphlet that amused Mrs. Nixon and her husband, and newspaper articles that Eisenhower had not yet shown her parents.
Julie Nixon Eisenhower and First Lady Pat Nixon met privately at the Aspen Lodge at Camp David for an informal discussion. The conversation was largely personal in nature, as indicated by the withdrawal of the segment for being a personal, returnable item. No official policy matters or significant administrative decisions were recorded during this brief family interaction.
Julie Nixon Eisenhower and First Lady Pat Nixon met privately at the Aspen Lodge at Camp David to engage in personal conversation. Given that the entirety of the recording is marked as a withdrawn personal item, no specific political, policy, or administrative matters were documented. The meeting served as a brief, private family interaction between the two participants.
Julie Nixon Eisenhower and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 9:05 am on October 1, 1972 and 4:06 pm on October 2, 1972. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 214-010 of the White House Tapes.
Julie Nixon Eisenhower and Nelson Pierce met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 9:05 am on October 1, 1972 and 4:06 pm on October 2, 1972. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 214-011 of the White House Tapes.
Julie Nixon Eisenhower and Charles G. "Bebe" Rebozo discussed campaign strategy, specifically concerning appearances and the allocation of time to different regions, with Julie expressing concern about potential voter apathy and Rebozo seemingly agreeing with a strategy of leaving decisions on campaign stops open until the last minute to address areas needing a push.
Julie Nixon Eisenhower and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 9:05 am on October 1, 1972 and 4:06 pm on October 2, 1972. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 214-013 of the White House Tapes.
Julie Nixon Eisenhower and Rita Di Santis discussed arrangements for Di Santis to accompany Eisenhower's mother on a trip, confirming a 10:00 am meeting on Tuesday and travel plans for Wednesday, including an overnight stay in New York.
Julie Nixon Eisenhower met with an unidentified individual at the Aspen Lodge in Camp David to conduct a brief discussion. As no transcript is available for this recording, the specific subject matter remains obscured by the withdrawal of the material for personal privacy reasons. Consequently, no policy decisions or substantive actions were documented.
Pat Nixon and her daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, met informally at the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David. As the entire content of the conversation was designated as a personal returnable, the specific topics discussed remain restricted from the public record. No official policy decisions or administrative actions were documented as a result of this private family interaction.
Julie Nixon Eisenhower and First Lady Pat Nixon met privately at the Aspen Lodge in Camp David. The discussion, which was recorded by the White House taping system, remains largely inaccessible due to the withdrawal of the conversation's content as a personal record. Consequently, no substantive policy matters or administrative decisions are available for historical analysis from this specific recording.
First Lady Pat Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met privately at the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David to discuss personal family matters. The interaction was recorded via the Camp David Hard Wire system, though the content of the discussion remains restricted under personal returnable guidelines. No formal policy decisions or political actions were associated with this informal family gathering.
Pat Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower convened at the Aspen Lodge in Camp David for an informal gathering, accompanied briefly by unidentified guests. The discussion centered on personal matters, as evidenced by the withdrawal of sensitive or private content from the official record. No administrative or political actions were recorded, suggesting the meeting served primarily as a private family engagement.
President Nixon spoke with his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, about his schedule, including dinner and potential pool time. Julie relayed information from Charles "Bebe" Rebozo regarding Robert "Bobby" Baker's visit to Lyndon B. Johnson, including Johnson's positive opinion of Nixon, his declining health, and his reasons for not having surgery. They also discussed Julie's successful meeting with UPI editors and her upcoming travel schedule to campaign in Indiana, Connecticut, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine.
President Nixon spoke with his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, about recent events and her upcoming travel plans. They briefly discussed a gathering, with Nixon inquiring about the attendees' reception and enjoyment, and then shifted to her planned trip to Indiana.
President Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, discussed her upcoming campaign trips to Indiana and New England, with Nixon providing anecdotes and political talking points for her speeches. They also touched upon Nixon's strategy for a potential news conference, specifically his desire to avoid granting equal television time to his opponent before the election. The conversation concluded with a brief exchange about Nixon's swim in the Camp David pool.
President Nixon discussed upcoming campaign travel with his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, mentioning stops in Indianapolis and New England, and expressing confidence in Republican strength in Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. He also strategized about media appearances, specifically avoiding giving an opponent equal television time.
President Nixon met with John Ehrlichman to coordinate the administration's legislative strategy, focusing on upcoming vetoes of the water and spending bills and potential responses to Congress. The President also discussed tax reform communication strategies and initiatives to secure support from Catholic leadership regarding parochial school aid. Later, Nixon hosted football star Gale Sayers and aides to discuss minority business programs, the role of minority athletes as positive role models, and the potential for retired athletes to transition into community service and business leadership roles.
On October 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower talked on the telephone from 11:30 am to 11:32 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 031-102 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met briefly with his daughters, Julie Nixon Eisenhower and Tricia Nixon Cox, and Julie's husband, Edward Cox, in his office. The conversation was largely unintelligible, but touched upon upcoming schedules and travel plans for the President in the final week before an election.
President Nixon spoke with his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, about remarks she could make regarding two key Republican leaders in Congress, Les Arends and Gerald R. Ford. Nixon provided specific praise for Arends's leadership on national defense and peace with honor, and for Ford's role as Chairman of the 1968 and 1972 Republican Conventions, highlighting their loyalty and strength as political allies.
On November 1, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 9:13 pm to 9:19 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 376-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, held a personal telephone conversation to discuss family matters, upcoming inaugural preparations, and White House renovations. The President shared updates on his electoral vote margins, the progress of facility improvements at the White House and Key Biscayne, and the receipt of a private gift intended for his daughters. They also discussed plans to refurbish the White House solarium to create a more functional and aesthetically pleasing living space for the family.
President Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, met at Camp David to discuss personal matters and White House residential improvements. The President encouraged Julie to spend money on clothing as an inaugural gift and sought her input on redecorating an upstairs room to create a more functional, comfortable family sitting area. Additionally, they touched upon the progress of a new pool project and the search for missing personal items.
On November 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower talked on the telephone from 10:57 am to 10:58 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 033-113 of the White House Tapes.
First Lady Pat Nixon held an informal gathering with her daughters, Tricia Nixon Cox and Julie Nixon Eisenhower, at the family's Aspen Lodge retreat at Camp David. The conversation, which occurred in a private setting, was marked by a segment of discussion that remains restricted and withdrawn from the public record. No further administrative or political actions were documented during this private time between the family members.
Pat Nixon and her daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, held a private discussion while visiting the Aspen Lodge at Camp David. As the entire content of the exchange is protected by a personal privacy withdrawal, no policy or political matters were documented. The conversation concluded with both individuals departing the lodge before the evening.
On November 19, 1972, Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 1:15 pm and 6:59 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 227-007 of the White House Tapes.
On November 19, 1972, Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 1:15 pm and 6:59 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 227-008 of the White House Tapes.
On November 19, 1972, Julie Nixon Eisenhower and Manolo Sanchez met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 1:15 pm and 6:59 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 227-009 of the White House Tapes.
On November 19, 1972, Julie Nixon Eisenhower and Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 1:15 pm and 6:59 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 227-010 of the White House Tapes.
First Lady Pat Nixon and her daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, met informally at the Aspen Lodge in Camp David. The nature of their discussion remains unavailable for analysis as the recording consists of a segment withdrawn for personal privacy reasons. Consequently, no substantive policy matters, decisions, or action items are documented in the available record.
On November 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 1:15 pm and 6:59 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 227-013 of the White House Tapes.
On November 19, 1972, Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 1:15 pm and 6:59 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 227-014 of the White House Tapes.
First Lady Pat Nixon and her daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, met informally at the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David. As the conversation consisted entirely of a withdrawn personal segment, no specific political, policy, or administrative matters were recorded. The meeting serves as documentation of private family interaction during the presidential tenure.
President Nixon met with his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, at Camp David to discuss the status of his personal wardrobe. The brief exchange focused on verifying whether his clothing had been organized or checked. No significant policy decisions or major political developments occurred during this casual interaction.
Pat Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met privately at the Aspen Lodge at Camp David to discuss personal matters. The available records for this interaction consist primarily of withdrawn materials and segments involving unidentified individuals, leaving the specific substance of their conversation classified or unavailable. Consequently, no significant policy decisions or administrative actions are recorded for this exchange.
Julie Nixon Eisenhower met with unknown individuals at the Aspen Lodge in Camp David to discuss personal family matters. The content of this brief two-minute and thirty-one-second interaction was withheld from the public record due to its private nature. No policy decisions or administrative actions were documented during this session.
On November 19, 1972, Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 1:15 pm and 6:59 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 227-021 of the White House Tapes.
On November 19, 1972, unknown person(s), Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon, and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 1:15 pm and 6:59 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 227-022 of the White House Tapes.
On November 19, 1972, Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 1:15 pm and 6:59 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 227-023 of the White House Tapes.
On November 19, 1972, Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 1:15 pm and 6:59 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 227-024 of the White House Tapes.
First Lady Pat Nixon and her daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, met informally at the Aspen Lodge at Camp David. The available archival record for this conversation consists entirely of withdrawn personal material. Consequently, no substantive policy discussions, political developments, or action items are documented in the public record.
President Richard Nixon met with his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, at the Aspen Lodge at Camp David. The primary substance of the discussion remains restricted, as the entirety of the recorded segment is currently identified as a withdrawn item. No policy decisions or actionable outcomes are accessible for this exchange due to the lack of available documentation or transcript.
President Nixon consulted his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, to coordinate a family trip to New York City for the upcoming holiday weekend. The President planned to combine personal activities—including shopping, attending a Broadway show or hockey game, and visiting a church—with a visit to his former law firm and a symbolic trip to Brooklyn to acknowledge his performance in the 1972 election. Nixon delegated the logistical planning, including selecting entertainment and consulting with Tricia Nixon Cox, to Julie while he remained at Camp David to manage affairs surrounding Henry Kissinger’s return.
President Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower coordinate logistics for an upcoming trip to New York, agreeing to invite Charles "Bebe" Rebozo to join their party for the holiday weekend. The President outlines a travel schedule that includes returning to the White House after Thanksgiving dinner to accommodate his appointments on Friday morning before departing from Andrews Air Force Base. Julie agrees to manage the invitations and follow up with the President later that evening.
President Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, coordinate logistics for a private Thanksgiving gathering at Camp David. The discussion focuses on inviting a guest, managing travel arrangements back to the White House, and maintaining secrecy regarding the President's schedule. Nixon decides to delay final confirmation and requests a follow-up call later that evening to finalize the plans.
Julie Nixon Eisenhower and President Richard M. Nixon met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 7:58 pm on November 21, 1972 and 10:52 am on November 22, 1972. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 230-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 7:07 pm on November 22, 1972 and 3:36 pm on November 23, 1972. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 230-016 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 7:07 pm on November 22, 1972 and 3:36 pm on November 23, 1972. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 230-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard M. Nixon, Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon, and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 7:07 pm on November 22, 1972 and 3:36 pm on November 23, 1972. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 230-018 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, held an informal meeting at Camp David to discuss personal and lighthearted topics. The conversation focused on a recent favorable article published in the London Economist, which the President sought to understand in terms of its influence and prestige. The brief exchange highlights the President's interest in international media reception and served as a moment of informal family rapport.
Julie Nixon Eisenhower and Tricia Nixon Cox met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 7:07 pm on November 22, 1972 and 3:36 pm on November 23, 1972. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 230-020 of the White House Tapes.
Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 7:07 pm on November 22, 1972 and 3:36 pm on November 23, 1972. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 230-021 of the White House Tapes.
Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 7:07 pm on November 22, 1972 and 3:36 pm on November 23, 1972. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 230-022 of the White House Tapes.
Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 7:07 pm on November 22, 1972 and 3:36 pm on November 23, 1972. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 230-023 of the White House Tapes.
Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 7:07 pm on November 22, 1972 and 3:36 pm on November 23, 1972. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 230-024 of the White House Tapes.
Julie Nixon Eisenhower and unknown person(s) met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 7:07 pm on November 22, 1972 and 3:36 pm on November 23, 1972. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 230-025 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 7:07 pm on November 22, 1972 and 3:36 pm on November 23, 1972. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 230-026 of the White House Tapes.
Julie Nixon Eisenhower and unknown person(s) met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 7:07 pm on November 22, 1972 and 3:36 pm on November 23, 1972. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 230-027 of the White House Tapes.
Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, and Tricia Nixon Cox met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 7:07 pm on November 22, 1972 and 3:36 pm on November 23, 1972. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 230-028 of the White House Tapes.
Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, and Tricia Nixon Cox met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 7:07 pm on November 22, 1972 and 3:36 pm on November 23, 1972. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 230-029 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 7:07 pm on November 22, 1972 and 3:36 pm on November 23, 1972. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 230-030 of the White House Tapes.
On December 8, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 1:12 pm and 4:00 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 234-019 of the White House Tapes.
On December 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 10:30 am and 12:22 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 235-001 of the White House Tapes.
On December 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 10:30 am and 12:22 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 235-002 of the White House Tapes.
On December 9, 1972, Julie Nixon Eisenhower and Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 10:30 am and 12:22 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 235-026 of the White House Tapes.
On December 9, 1972, Helene (Colesie) Drown, William Hirsch, and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 12:58 pm and 1:58 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 235-005 of the White House Tapes.
First Lady Pat Nixon met with Helene Drown and Julie Nixon Eisenhower at Camp David to coordinate communications and schedule follow-ups. The brief discussion primarily addressed a telephone message regarding Herbert G. Klein, with Mrs. Nixon noting a request for a return call. The meeting concluded with Mrs. Nixon and Mrs. Drown departing the lodge shortly thereafter.
President Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, engaged in a casual, personal interaction while spending time together at Camp David. The conversation centered on the progress of a leisure activity or game, likely a sport or card game, as evidenced by their discussion of ongoing scoring. No significant policy decisions or official business were addressed during this informal exchange.
On December 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 4:00 pm and 6:50 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 157-035 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, gathered at the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David to watch a televised professional football game. The pair engaged in informal conversation regarding the unfolding drama of the Washington Redskins versus Dallas Cowboys matchup, noting the Redskins' significant comeback. The discussion remained focused exclusively on the sports event, serving as a brief period of personal leisure for the President.
On December 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 4:00 pm and 6:50 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 235-016 of the White House Tapes.
On December 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 6:50 pm and 7:46 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 157-039 of the White House Tapes.
On December 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 6:50 pm and 7:46 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 235-020 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, met informally at Camp David to discuss the quality of an event or performance they had recently attended. Their brief exchange focused on personal reactions to the experience and a preference for hosting future events in a major metropolitan setting. No significant policy decisions or administrative actions were recorded during this brief social encounter.
President Nixon met with his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, and Helene Drown at the Aspen Lodge in Camp David to discuss logistical arrangements for an upcoming departure. The conversation focused on coordinating the timing of their exit in relation to local weather conditions. No significant political decisions were recorded during this brief informal exchange.
On December 10, 1972, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon, and Helene (Colesie) Drown met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 7:30 am and 12:00 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 236-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet Manolo Sanchez to address matters concerning presidential refreshments and scheduling, specifically regarding Charles W. Colson. Following Sanchez's departure, the President briefly spoke with his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, to check on personal family matters. The session concluded with the President coordinating a follow-up meeting later that evening to resolve outstanding logistical and financial arrangements.
President Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, exchanged updates on personal matters, including the successful reception of the First Lady’s Christmas show and the President’s physical recovery from stiffness. The pair coordinated a brief meeting for later that evening to discuss Julie’s professional career and employment situation. This conversation served primarily as a check-in to confirm scheduling for their upcoming in-person consultation.
President Nixon met with Charles Colson, H.R. Haldeman, Alexander Haig, and Julie Nixon Eisenhower to discuss political strategy and administrative appointments for the second term. The participants analyzed the perception of the Republican Party, debated the potential for a political coalition involving John Connally, and reviewed candidate selections for key positions, specifically within the Department of Labor. Nixon emphasized the importance of ensuring high-level appointees were strategically aligned with the administration’s policy goals and internal machinery.
President Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, discussed potential roles for Julie within the administration, including the possibility of her joining the White House staff to assist with the President's schedule and organizational flow. They also debated strategies for enhancing First Lady Pat Nixon's public profile, with Julie proposing that her mother should focus on a single, major project to build a more lasting legacy. Additionally, the participants touched upon personnel management, the potential for acquiring a private residence for the family, and the importance of maintaining the President's physical health through regular exercise.
President Nixon met with his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, to discuss her potential professional role during his second term and her desire to contribute to the administration. They explored various employment options for Julie and her husband, David Eisenhower, while touching upon administrative reorganization, including the appointment of George H. W. Bush as Chairman of the Republican National Committee. The discussion also covered logistical concerns regarding White House staff and the President’s personal schedule.
President Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower discuss domestic living arrangements and renovations within the White House residence. The conversation centers on the practical necessity of installing a refrigerator in the President's bedroom to provide late-night convenience and privacy, away from the custodial staff and potential intruders. They also evaluate ongoing modifications to the kitchen, dining areas, and bathroom facilities to improve the comfort and security of the First Family's private quarters.
President Nixon met with Julie Nixon Eisenhower and White House aide Manolo Sanchez to discuss domestic arrangements and personal projects at the White House. The conversation focused on logistical plans for a third-floor movie projection area and the installation of a small refrigerator in the President's living quarters for refreshments. They also briefly touched on upcoming travel preparations, including Julie's interest in potential visits to the People's Republic of China, and general family matters.
President Nixon met with Manolo Sanchez and Julie Nixon Eisenhower to discuss domestic logistics and minor household improvements within the Executive Office Building and the White House. The conversation focused on the installation of storage and appliances, including a new refrigerator, alongside coordination for upcoming Christmas preparations and entertainment plans. The participants also touched upon scheduling and various administrative directives for White House staff regarding personal items and facilities.
Julie Nixon Eisenhower and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office to confirm the whereabouts of H.R. Haldeman. The brief exchange focused on coordinating a planned meeting with Haldeman, who indicated he would wait for the President before departing. No further substantive policy matters were discussed before the participants moved to follow through on these logistical arrangements.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to coordinate extensive second-term personnel changes, including appointments within the State Department and the IRS, while managing political friction with the tax bar. They also discussed the President’s public relations strategy, his upcoming diplomatic schedule, and potential roles for Julie Nixon Eisenhower in the East Wing. The conversation concluded with a brief check-in with Julie Nixon Eisenhower regarding personnel transitions and family matters.
President Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower discuss coordinating a meeting between Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler and First Lady Pat Nixon regarding Julie’s career plans. Following consultation with H.R. Haldeman, the President decides to facilitate the outreach himself to ensure a direct discussion. The President tasks Ziegler with calling the First Lady to schedule a meeting for that afternoon.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman and other staff to review administrative reorganizations, personnel appointments for his second term, and preparations for his upcoming meeting with Senator John Stennis. The discussion focused on shifting away from internal promotions, with specific deliberations on staffing the CIA, identifying potential female candidates for government roles, and reevaluating the use of military aides in social settings. Nixon emphasized a desire for a more "hard-nosed" approach to congressional relations and requested that his team focus on political strategy rather than traditional gift-giving or ceremonial scheduling.
President Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, coordinate social scheduling and personal arrangements during this call. The President tasks Julie with extending a dinner invitation to Rose Mary Woods and facilitates plans for a dinner with Alice Roosevelt Longworth by asking Julie to consult with First Lady Pat Nixon. Additionally, they briefly discuss David Eisenhower's new employment and coordinate logistics regarding the First Lady's upcoming travel plans to California.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to coordinate the administrative reorganization for the second term, which included staff reductions and reassigning personnel to cabinet departments to improve efficiency. They discussed managing the East Wing and the role of Julie Nixon Eisenhower in assisting with transitions, as well as preparations for the 1973 Inauguration, including speechwriting and inaugural events. Additionally, the President reviewed his strategy for Vietnam negotiations, focusing on a proposal to link the cessation of bombing and troop withdrawal to the return of American prisoners of war.
President Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, coordinate holiday social engagements and confirm the inclusion of key guests like Rose Mary Woods and Alice Roosevelt Longworth. The discussion focuses on ensuring proper dinner invitations to prevent potential interpersonal friction and finalizing informal meal plans. Additionally, the pair briefly touches upon the logistical status of a refrigerator repair being managed by Rex Scouten.
In this extensive Oval Office meeting, President Nixon, H.R. Haldeman, Henry Kissinger, and other key advisors discussed the administration's second-term reorganization, personnel appointments (including John Scali as UN Ambassador), and public relations strategies. A significant portion of the conversation focused on the status of Vietnam peace negotiations, with Nixon emphasizing a hardline approach, including the escalation of bombing and mining operations to pressure North Vietnam. The President also provided specific directives for handling the press and managing the White House social schedule, including the exclusion of certain media outlets and the coordination of internal White House renovations.