President Nixon consults with John Ehrlichman regarding the strategic implications of incorporating specific provisions into H.R. 1, a major legislative proposal. Nixon expresses concern over the risks of being forced to sign an undesirable tax bill and emphasizes the necessity of avoiding such a scenario. Ultimately, the President decides to postpone further action on tax legislation to maintain control over the administration's fiscal agenda.
On November 17, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and John D. Ehrlichman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 2:48 pm to 2:50 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 293-007 of the White House Tapes.
Nixon Library Finding AidConversation No. 293-7 Date: November 17, 1971 Time: 2:48 pm - 2:50 pm Location: Executive Office Building John D. Ehrlichman talked with the President. [See Conversation No. 14-155]
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