Attorney General Richard Kleindienst and H.R. Haldeman discuss the aftermath of the attempted assassination of George Wallace. They review the status of Arthur Bremer’s medical examinations, interrogation progress, and a report from W. Mark Felt. The conversation focuses on coordinating the investigation and determining the appropriate scope of federal involvement following the shooting.
On May 15, 1972, Richard G. Kleindienst and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:57 pm and 7:59 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-113 of the White House Tapes.
Nixon Library Finding AidConversation No. 24-113 Date: May 15, 1972 Time: Unknown between 7:57 pm and 7:59 pm Location: White House Telephone Richard G. Kleindienst talked with H. R. (“Bob”) Haldeman. [See also Conversation No. 339-4D] Attack on George C. Wallace -Arthur H. Bremer -Questioning -W. Mark Felt's report -Medical examination -Preparations -Medical examination -Statement -Possible Federal Bureau of Investigation [FBI] action -Kleindienst’s view
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