President Nixon and Alexander Haig coordinate the preemptive release of a sensitive document to control the narrative amid concerns over unauthorized leaks. Nixon emphasizes that the current climate has become a public relations struggle and directs Haig to locate the material before it can be leaked by political opponents. The discussion reflects the administration's defensive strategy to manage information flow and prevent unfavorable press coverage.
On May 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander M. Haig, Jr. met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 3:21 pm to 3:22 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 434-030 of the White House Tapes.
Nixon Library Finding AidConversation No. 434-30 Date: May 11, 1973 Time: 3:21 pm - 3:22 pm Location: Old Executive Office Building The President talked with Alexander M. Haig, Jr. [See Conversation No. 46-17]
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