Manolo Sanchez
Manuel "Manolo" Sanchez served as President Richard Nixon's personal valet throughout his entire administration, providing intimate daily assistance from January 1969 until Nixon's resignation in August 1974. During the taping period of February 1971 to July 1973, Sanchez was a constant presence in the White House, managing the President's wardrobe, meals, and personal errands. Known for his fierce loyalty, Sanchez frequently appeared on the White House tapes interacting with Nixon, who treated him as a close confidant and sounding board amidst the growing pressures of the presidency.
1,665 conversations about Manolo Sanchez → (where Sanchez is the subject, not only a participant)
What Sanchez talks about on the tapes
White House operations 604Presidential scheduling 528Personal staff 411White House staff 378Presidential staff 253Logistics 209Camp David 205Presidential valet 162White House logistics 155Oval Office 140Vietnam War 130Public relations 123
Conversations (2,286)
— Page 22 of 23On April 25, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:01 pm and 3:14 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 430-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal aide, Manolo Sanchez, to discuss mundane logistics, including a food order and coordination of his evening schedule. The conversation centered on finalizing plans for dinner with his daughters, Julie Nixon Eisenhower and Tricia Nixon Cox. The President confirmed his intention to move forward with the engagement despite his busy agenda.
President Nixon and Attorney General Richard Kleindienst met to discuss the legal and political fallout surrounding the discovery that E. Howard Hunt and G. Gordon Liddy had burglarized the office of Daniel Ellsberg’s psychiatrist. Kleindienst, citing advice from Assistant Attorney General Henry Petersen and Judge Roger Robb, urged the President to immediately disclose this information to the judge overseeing the Ellsberg trial to avoid a cover-up scandal. Nixon expressed deep frustration with John Dean, whom he viewed as self-serving and potentially willing to blackmail the administration to secure personal immunity, and agreed that the Justice Department must follow the legal protocol of disclosure to preserve the integrity of the presidency.
On April 25, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 4:10 pm and 4:25 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 430-018 of the White House Tapes.
On April 25, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 6:52 pm and 6:57 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 430-027 of the White House Tapes.
On April 25, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 7:19 pm and 7:22 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 430-032 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building to discuss routine household matters. The conversation focused on logistical arrangements, specifically food orders and cleaning requirements for the President's living quarters. No significant policy decisions were made during this brief administrative interaction.
President Nixon met with his valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building to discuss routine personal or household logistics. The conversation, which was limited in scope, touched upon matters related to food and fire safety within the residence. No significant policy decisions or official government business were recorded during this brief exchange.
On April 25, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 8:23 pm and 8:41 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 430-041 of the White House Tapes.
On April 26, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:11 pm and 12:16 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 905-016 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building to conduct a brief check-in regarding the day's operations. The discussion focused on the President's schedule, including the status of pending telephone calls and the provision of refreshments. No significant policy decisions were made during this routine administrative interaction.
In this extensive series of meetings and phone calls, President Nixon consults with H. R. Haldeman, John Ehrlichman, Richard Kleindienst, and Henry Petersen to manage the worsening political and legal fallout of the Watergate scandal. The participants deliberate on how to handle the impending revelations concerning the destruction of sensitive documents by FBI Director L. Patrick Gray, which had been previously held in the White House. Faced with intense media scrutiny and the potential for staff resignations, Nixon weighs the risks of maintaining his current team against the necessity of distancing his administration from criminal liability, ultimately deciding to project a posture of responsibility while preparing to weather further disclosures.
President Nixon and his valet, Manolo Sanchez, discuss the specific preparation of an egg for a meal. The brief exchange centers on clarifying a previous instruction regarding the food request to ensure it is served to the President's preference. No broader political or administrative developments occur during this personal interaction.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull and Manolo Sanchez to review and streamline the upcoming presidential schedule, specifically concerning Congressional meetings and the logistics for West German Chancellor Willy Brandt’s state visit. The participants decided to scrub non-essential appointments to focus on key bipartisan leadership meetings and official diplomatic protocol. The discussion also touched on administrative coordination involving Henry E. Petersen and William E. Timmons regarding pending legislative matters.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to coordinate their strategy for handling the ongoing Watergate crisis, specifically focusing on the management of John Dean and the timing of their own potential leaves of absence. They discussed the necessity of distancing themselves from Dean, whom they viewed as a liability and a potential source of unpredictable attacks against the presidency. Nixon decided to finalize his own public statement for the following Monday, while instructing that Haldeman and Ehrlichman should take voluntary leaves of absence beforehand to project an image of institutional integrity. They ultimately agreed that Nixon should dismiss Dean from his position rather than allow him to resign or negotiate, aiming to maintain presidential control over the narrative and minimize further damage.
President Nixon met with his staff to coordinate his response to the intensifying Watergate scandal, specifically focusing on the drafting of a forthcoming public address and the management of White House personnel. The President discussed the impending forced resignations of H.R. Haldeman and John Ehrlichman, the necessity of distancing his administration from John Dean, and the strategy of taking responsibility for staff conduct without engaging in public self-pity. Nixon emphasized the need for a firm tone to preserve the integrity of the presidency and decided to consult with his aides while planning a brief period of isolation to finalize his speech.
President Nixon met with Ronald Ziegler, Manolo Sanchez, and Stephen Bull to discuss the impending resignations of top aides H.R. Haldeman and John Ehrlichman amid the deepening Watergate scandal. The participants deliberated on the strategic timing of these departures to minimize political damage and addressed the President’s need to assert control through a forthcoming televised speech. Nixon emphasized his desire to accept responsibility for his administration while distancing himself from the criminal conduct of his staff, ultimately deciding to position himself as taking proactive, independent action to ensure a full investigation.
President Nixon met with his personal aide, Manolo Sanchez, to discuss upcoming travel logistics and the welfare of his pet dog. The conversation covered helicopter transport arrangements and specific concerns regarding the dog's health, including a skin rash and ongoing housebreaking efforts. The pair also exchanged brief comments regarding personal acquaintances in Florida and the status of certain programs.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 8:22 pm and 9:34 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 432-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with West German Chancellor Willy Brandt and Henry Kissinger to discuss a range of topics including the "Year of Europe," Ostpolitik, Mutual and Balanced Force Reductions (MBFR), and the Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe (CSCE). They also addressed US-Europe relations, economic issues like inflation and trade policy, and the ongoing Middle East conflict, with Nixon emphasizing the need for Israel to negotiate a settlement. Nixon expressed concern about rising neo-isolationism in the US and the importance of maintaining strong transatlantic alliances.
On May 1, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:00 pm and 1:04 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 433-004 of the White House Tapes.
On May 1, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:00 pm and 1:04 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 433-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his valet, Manolo Sanchez, to discuss personal matters and logistical arrangements. The conversation focused on the President's upcoming schedule, specifically coordinating time for a nap. They also briefly touched upon weather conditions in Florida and ocean water temperatures.
On May 1, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:31 pm and 2:51 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 433-022 of the White House Tapes.
On May 1, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at 2:54 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 433-025 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal aide, Manolo Sanchez, to discuss the recent, forced resignations of key staffers H. R. Haldeman and John D. Ehrlichman amidst the escalating Watergate scandal. The two men reflected on the President’s political opponents, the nature of press relations, and the necessity of the staff departures. During the brief encounter, Nixon requested refreshments and expressed a defiant determination to overcome the mounting political pressure.
On May 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:25 am and 9:31 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 909-004 of the White House Tapes.
On May 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:54 am and 11:04 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 909-023 of the White House Tapes.
On May 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 12:33 pm and 12:48 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 432-010 of the White House Tapes.
On May 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 12:33 pm and 12:48 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 432-011 of the White House Tapes.
On May 8, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:46 am and 12:19 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 912-008 of the White House Tapes.
On May 8, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Manolo Sanchez, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:56 pm and 12:59 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 912-017 of the White House Tapes.
On May 8, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:47 pm and 2:54 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 433-062 of the White House Tapes.
On May 8, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:47 pm and 2:54 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 433-063 of the White House Tapes.
On May 8, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:47 pm and 2:54 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 433-065 of the White House Tapes.
On May 8, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 4:27 pm and 6:51 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 433-068 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Alexander Haig met to strategize on managing the escalating Watergate crisis, focusing on the potential implications of John Dean’s testimony and the administration’s use of executive privilege. They discussed shifting the venue of testimony away from the Ervin Committee and into the grand jury process to protect presidential papers and administrative integrity. The conversation also touched upon the confirmation of Elliot Richardson and various personnel appointments, emphasizing the need to maintain a firm stance against Congressional encroachment while appearing cooperative on non-Watergate matters.
On May 8, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at 5:16 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 913-002 of the White House Tapes.
On May 8, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 6:27 pm and 6:30 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 913-007 of the White House Tapes.
On May 8, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 6:51 pm and 6:59 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 433-070 of the White House Tapes.
On May 8, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 6:51 pm and 6:59 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 433-072 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Alexander Haig met to strategize on the administration's response to the escalating Watergate crisis, focusing on assembling a legal team and formulating a counterattack against John Dean. Nixon expressed a desire to insulate himself from the daily minutiae of the investigation to prioritize his broader presidential duties, such as international diplomacy and SALT negotiations. They discussed the potential use of executive privilege to protect sensitive national security documents from congressional and judicial scrutiny, while weighing the roles of various staffers and political allies like John Connally in the defense effort.
On May 8, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 7:37 pm and 7:41 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 433-074 of the White House Tapes.
On May 8, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 7:42 pm and 8:01 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 433-077 of the White House Tapes.
On May 8, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 7:42 pm and 8:01 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 433-078 of the White House Tapes.
On May 8, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 7:42 pm and 8:01 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 433-079 of the White House Tapes.
On May 9, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 12:03 pm and 12:22 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 432-027 of the White House Tapes.
On May 9, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 12:31 pm and 2:24 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 432-033 of the White House Tapes.
On May 9, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 12:31 pm and 2:24 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 432-034 of the White House Tapes.
On May 9, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 6:08 pm and 6:17 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 434-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his valet, Manolo Sanchez, to discuss personal administrative matters concerning his daily schedule and sleep habits. The conversation focused on the logistics of the President’s alarm clock and setting appropriate times for his rest. The brief exchange reflects the routine coordination between Nixon and his personal staff regarding the President's sleep duration and daily time management.
On May 9, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 6:17 pm and 6:35 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 434-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, along with H.R. Haldeman, J. Fred Buzhardt, Jr., and Alexander Haig, discussed the escalating Watergate crisis, focusing on the potential release and legal implications of Haldeman's notes, the strategy for handling document requests from the Senate committee and grand jury, and the President's own knowledge and role in the events. Key concerns included the risk of executive privilege being overridden, the potential for damaging information to be leaked or misinterpreted, and the need to coordinate a White House legal strategy to protect the presidency.
On May 10, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:29 am and 8:35 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 915-003 of the White House Tapes.
On May 10, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:12 am and 11:21 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 915-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal aide Manolo Sanchez and appointments secretary Stephen B. Bull to discuss personal scheduling and administrative matters. The conversation touched upon the President's need for rest, recent correspondence, and potential upcoming engagements involving figures such as William P. Rogers and John C. Slemp. The meeting concluded with logistics regarding the President’s daily agenda and family-related updates.
On May 10, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 12:55 pm and 1:16 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 433-082 of the White House Tapes.
On May 10, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 12:55 pm and 1:16 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 433-083 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, to discuss upcoming scheduling requirements and personal needs. The conversation focused on logistical arrangements for a potential meeting aboard the Sequoia with Secretary of State William P. Rogers and Alexander M. Haig, Jr. Additionally, Nixon emphasized his need for rest and refreshment, prioritizing a brief period of sleep to prepare for his subsequent professional duties.
On May 10, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:16 pm and 2:00 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 433-086 of the White House Tapes.
On May 10, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:16 pm and 2:49 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 433-087 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, to discuss his daily schedule and personal needs. The conversation focused on the logistics of the President's lunch period and his desire to extend his designated nap time. Nixon expressed clear dissatisfaction with previous scheduling attempts and insisted on adjustments to his rest duration.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, to discuss the President's daily schedule and his recent sleep habits. The conversation primarily focused on the limited duration of Nixon's rest, with Sanchez providing updates regarding the time and logistical arrangements for the afternoon. No major policy decisions were made during this brief administrative check-in.
On May 10, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 3:05 pm and 3:10 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 435-011 of the White House Tapes.
On May 10, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 3:10 pm and 3:24 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 435-013 of the White House Tapes.
On May 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:11 pm and 2:15 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 434-011 of the White House Tapes.
On May 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:47 pm and 2:51 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 434-017 of the White House Tapes.
On May 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:53 pm and 2:56 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 434-022 of the White House Tapes.
On May 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 3:01 pm and 3:07 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 434-026 of the White House Tapes.
On May 14, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 12:59 pm and 1:15 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 436-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Ron Ziegler discussed press relations and the ongoing Watergate investigation. They focused on how Ziegler handled press briefings, the tone of White House communications, and potential strategies to manage public perception. Key topics included the President's August 1972 statement, John Dean's role, and the possibility of a press conference. They also touched upon the Ellsberg break-in and the handling of sensitive files, with a decision to potentially adjust the frequency of Ziegler's briefings.
On May 14, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:05 pm and 3:10 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 436-006 of the White House Tapes.
On May 14, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:45 pm and 3:36 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 435-024 of the White House Tapes.
On May 14, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:45 pm and 3:36 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 435-025 of the White House Tapes.
On May 14, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:36 pm and 5:10 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 917-038 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with J. Fred Buzhardt, Jr., to coordinate defense strategies and assess legal risks regarding the growing Watergate scandal and the impending Ervin Committee hearings. They discussed the potential legal implications of John Dean’s documents, the handling of White House records, and the broader fallout concerning national security wiretaps. The President emphasized the need for a rigorous, fact-based response while cautioning against any actions that could be perceived as an excessive use of executive power.
On May 14, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 6:16 pm and 6:28 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 917-043 of the White House Tapes.
On May 14, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 7:01 pm and 7:06 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 435-043 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander Haig and later Ronald Ziegler to coordinate the administration’s defensive strategy regarding the Watergate scandal, specifically targeting allegations concerning his San Clemente property and the conduct of John Dean. Nixon emphasized the need for a combative public response, directing Ziegler to demand a formal apology and retraction from the Ervin Committee for the circulation of libelous claims. Throughout the discussion, Nixon underscored his desire to maintain executive privilege for his aides while expressing distrust of various administration officials and confirming his use of a White House taping system.
On May 15, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 7:50 am and 8:10 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 918-001 of the White House Tapes.
On May 15, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 7:50 am and 8:10 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 918-002 of the White House Tapes.
On May 15, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 7:50 am and 8:10 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 918-003 of the White House Tapes.
On May 16, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:25 am and 9:30 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 919-005 of the White House Tapes.
On May 16, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:25 pm and 1:40 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 437-001 of the White House Tapes.
On May 16, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:25 pm and 1:40 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 437-002 of the White House Tapes.
On May 16, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:00 pm and 2:44 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 437-004 of the White House Tapes.
On May 16, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:00 pm and 2:44 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 437-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander Haig and J. Fred Buzhardt to discuss the potential fallout from the 'Huston Plan,' a controversial domestic intelligence program. The participants assessed the extent to which the plan was implemented and whether any illegal activities, such as domestic wiretapping or the break-in of Daniel Ellsberg's psychiatrist's office, could be legally linked to it. Nixon directed his team to gather facts from intelligence agencies while simultaneously attempting to keep the sensitive documents out of the hands of the Ervin Committee, fearing that public exposure would lead to a damaging narrative of a massive government conspiracy.
President Nixon met with Alexander M. Haig, Jr. and Ronald L. Ziegler to coordinate the White House's defense and messaging strategy regarding the escalating Watergate scandal. The discussion focused on discrediting the 'hoax' nature of allegations against the President, preparing affidavits to clarify national security activities, and countering potential testimony from John W. Dean III. Nixon emphasized the need to stand by staff members caught in the investigation while maintaining a firm, unified front against the press and the Ervin Committee.
On May 17, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:27 pm and 1:32 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 438-001 of the White House Tapes.
On May 17, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:47 pm and 3:05 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 438-009 of the White House Tapes.
On May 17, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:47 pm and 3:05 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 438-010 of the White House Tapes.
On May 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:46 am and 11:56 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 922-009 of the White House Tapes.
On May 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:55 pm and 2:59 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 437-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building to discuss logistics regarding his upcoming travel schedule. The brief conversation focused on the management of the President's personal belongings, specifically the handling of a raincoat. No major policy decisions were made during this exchange, as the dialogue was limited to minor administrative arrangements.
On May 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 3:00 pm and 3:35 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 437-016 of the White House Tapes.
On May 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 4:34 pm and 5:00 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 437-021 of the White House Tapes.
On May 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 4:34 pm and 5:00 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 437-024 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his close friend Charles G. "Bebe" Rebozo and valet Manolo Sanchez for an informal social encounter in the Old Executive Office Building. The brief exchange, which lasted less than a minute, consisted primarily of casual greetings and lighthearted remarks. No significant policy discussions or administrative decisions occurred before the recording was terminated.
President Nixon consulted with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, regarding the aesthetic upkeep of his Old Executive Office Building workspace. The two discussed the logistics of applying dust covers to the office chairs to maintain the furniture. The brief meeting concluded with Sanchez acknowledging the President's instructions for these protective measures.