President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman briefly discussed the performance and professional shortcomings of an unidentified subordinate. Nixon expressed frustration with the individual's lack of precision and rigorous work ethic, ultimately determining that the person should be replaced. The pair agreed there was no immediate urgency to finalize the staff departure.
On August 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David from 11:02 pm to 11:04 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 204-006 of the White House Tapes.
Nixon Library Finding AidConversation No. 204-6 Date: August 17, 1972 Time: 11:02 pm - 11:04 pm Location: Camp David Hard Wire The President talked with H. R. (“Bob”) Haldeman. [See Conversation No. 140-31]
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