Conversation 261-018

TapeTape 261StartThursday, June 17, 1971 at 6:55 PMEndThursday, June 17, 1971 at 6:56 PMTape start time00:47:00Tape end time00:47:21ParticipantsNixon, Richard M. (President); Colson, Charles W.Recording deviceOld Executive Office Building

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President Nixon and Charles Colson briefly discussed the implementation of an undisclosed project, with the President emphasizing the need for a direct ultimatum to ensure progress. Nixon confirmed that he had already initiated the necessary actions and demanded clarity regarding the project's execution. Colson acknowledged the President's instructions, signaling his understanding of the urgent directive.

Project oversightExecutive authorityOperational strategyInternal communication

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NARA Description

On June 17, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 6:55 pm to 6:56 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 261-018 of the White House Tapes.

Nixon Library Finding Aid

Conversation No. 261-18

Date: June 17, 1971
Time: 6:55 pm - 6:56 pm
Location: Executive Office Building

The President talked with Charles W. Colson

[See Conversation No. 5-115]

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Well, I'd want a straight ultimatum, let me be honest with you.

I'd like an ultimatum that says, how is the project here going to happen?

Fair.

And again, you know, the time, I already pressed the button.

Is that clear?

Yes, sir.

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