President Nixon and First Lady Pat Nixon briefly discussed the logistics of a political appointment or personnel recommendation involving an unidentified individual and their family. The President specifically addressed the prohibition of direct financial support in this context, suggesting alternative arrangements to provide assistance. He ultimately directed that the matter be forwarded to Harry Hurd (identified as Holland) to handle the necessary administrative and financial considerations.
On November 11, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 3:32 pm to 3:33 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 298-022 of the White House Tapes.
Nixon Library Finding AidConversation No. 298-22 Date: November 11, 1971 Time: 3:32 pm - 3:33 pm Location: Executive Office Building The President talked with Thelma C. (“Pat”) Nixon. [See Conversation No. 14-44]
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