Nixon White House Tapes › Tape 443
Nixon White House Tape 443 (June 6, 1973)
38 conversations · Old Executive Office Building · about 1 hr 23 min of released audio
Featuring Nixon, Bull, Haig, Sanchez, Buzhardt
President Nixon initiated a brief contact with the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. This interaction serves as a functional bridge to connect the President with another party for communication purposes. No substantive policy matters or executive decisions were addressed during this short exchange.
President Nixon met with his valet, Manolo Sanchez, to discuss obtaining a recording of Charles Colson’s recent television interview with Howard K. Smith. Nixon sought to review the 30-minute program, which had been previously captured by White House staff. The conversation concluded with the decision to prepare the tape so that Nixon could view it for Tricia Nixon Cox.
President Nixon met with his legal counsel, J. Fred Buzhardt, Jr., to discuss the administration's ongoing cooperation with investigations and to coordinate a defensive strategy. Nixon commended Buzhardt’s recent legal work and emphasized that the White House would maintain a cooperative stance while remaining prepared for a political confrontation. The President firmly asserted his innocence regarding the matters under scrutiny and instructed Buzhardt to rebuff any attempts to obstruct their legal position.
President Nixon consulted with a White House operator to facilitate an outgoing telephone communication. This brief interaction served exclusively as a procedural step to connect the President with a third party. No substantive policy discussions or administrative decisions occurred during this brief exchange.
President Nixon consulted with a White House operator to facilitate a telephone call to Charles W. Colson. The discussion focused on coordinating the respective schedules of the President and Colson to ensure the connection could be completed. The conversation remained brief and procedural, centering on the logistics of reaching Colson.
President Nixon met with Stephen Bull to finalize scheduling arrangements for upcoming meetings with congressional and executive advisors, including Melvin Laird and John Connally. Following this, Nixon spoke with Charles Colson to discuss the public reception of Colson's recent television appearance with Howard K. Smith. Their conversation centered on the ongoing Watergate investigation, with Nixon expressing frustration over Colson’s claims regarding his knowledge of defense payments and potential testimony.
President Nixon and Alexander Haig briefly discuss the possibility of scheduling an evening meeting to review certain reading materials. The conversation remains ambiguous regarding the specific documents in question and ultimately concludes without a firm commitment or definitive action. The exchange serves as a preliminary coordination effort to assess the President's availability for a follow-up briefing.
President Nixon met with an unidentified individual in the Old Executive Office Building to coordinate the scheduling of his upcoming engagements. The brief discussion served to finalize the timing for a 2:30 meeting, resulting in the individual’s departure shortly thereafter. No substantive policy matters were recorded during this brief administrative exchange.
President Nixon met with aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate his upcoming schedule and administrative logistics. The discussion centered on arrangements for a meeting with John B. Connally, including a potential telephone call and a preparatory briefing involving Alexander M. Haig, Jr. Additionally, the pair addressed plans regarding the presidential yacht, the Sequoia.
President Nixon consulted with a White House operator to facilitate an outgoing telephone connection. This brief interaction served administrative purposes, as the President utilized the operator to reach a specific party. No substantive policy discussions or significant political developments occurred during this short communication.
President Nixon and White House counsel J. Fred Buzhardt, Jr. engaged in a brief exchange to confirm the scheduling of an upcoming afternoon meeting. The conversation served primarily as a logistical check to ensure the President was aware of the pending appointment with an unidentified individual. No substantive policy discussions or significant decisions were reached during this short interaction.
President Nixon directs the White House operator to connect him to an individual identified as Mr. Steeple. The brief exchange serves as an administrative request to facilitate a phone call. No further substantive policy or political discussions occur during this recorded segment.
President Nixon instructed his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to facilitate a meeting with a person identified as Kate immediately following her current conversation. Nixon emphasized his desire to speak with her promptly while expressing caution about avoiding an interruption to her ongoing discussion. The brief exchange served to coordinate the President's personal schedule regarding this upcoming engagement.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. The primary purpose of this meeting was the delivery of items by Sanchez. No further details regarding the substance of the exchange are available beyond the recorded delivery.
President Nixon held a meeting in his Old Executive Office Building suite to conduct a return telephone call with an unidentified individual. Due to the lack of available transcripts or descriptive logs, the specific subject matter and any resulting decisions remain undocumented. This recording captures a routine administrative interaction within the President's daily schedule.
President Nixon and Alexander Haig meet to discuss sensitive administrative and political intelligence matters, including the handling of specific files and potential leaks. The conversation touches on concerns regarding information security, the management of personnel or associates described as "valuable," and the strategic release of information. The discussion reflects the administration's preoccupation with controlling the narrative surrounding internal documents and external perceptions of their operations.
President Nixon consulted with a White House operator to facilitate a phone connection to Gary Warren. The exchange served as a routine administrative request to place an outgoing call. No further substantive policy or political discussions occurred during this brief interaction.
President Nixon and Deputy Press Secretary Gerald L. Warren discuss media strategy and public relations management regarding ongoing scandals. The conversation focuses on controlling the narrative surrounding key figures like Jeb Magruder and maintaining distance from student groups. They ultimately decide to limit public engagement and manage the flow of information through vetted, reliable channels.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull in the Old Executive Office Building for a brief two-minute session. Although no transcript is available to verify the specific content of their discussion, the meeting served as a routine administrative or logistical coordination between the President and his personal assistant. No further information exists regarding formal decisions or substantive developments stemming from this short encounter.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate a phone call to Alexander M. Haig, Jr. This brief interaction served as an administrative bridge to connect the President with his Chief of Staff. No further substantive policy matters were discussed during this brief exchange.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to coordinate administrative adjustments following the cancellation of a scheduled reception for Congressmen. The discussion focused on rescheduling the event and managing logistics for key advisors, including John B. Connally, Bryce N. Harlow, and Alexander M. Haig, Jr. Nixon explicitly directed Bull to summon Harlow immediately to address these logistical concerns and voting implications in the House of Representatives.
President Nixon and Alexander Haig coordinate travel logistics regarding a planned trip to Carlisle, Pennsylvania. They discuss the movement of personnel, specifically considering how to transport an individual named Conway. The conversation focuses on balancing these transport arrangements with other ongoing White House obligations.
President Nixon and Alexander Haig coordinate the logistics of a meeting with South Vietnamese Ambassador Tran Kim Phuong. Following a message from Henry Kissinger regarding the Ambassador’s status, the President instructs Haig to contact the Ambassador to ensure he remains in the country. They conclude the discussion by determining whether the President’s personal presence at the upcoming meeting is necessary.
President Nixon consults with a White House operator regarding a pending communication, expressing frustration over a specific individual's lack of cooperation. The President concludes that he must initiate a follow-up call himself to resolve the matter. The brief exchange highlights the administrative challenges Nixon faced in managing sensitive outreach and personal communications.
President Nixon held a brief administrative exchange with a White House operator. The dialogue consisted of routine logistical communication regarding telephone connectivity or call routing. No substantive policy discussions or significant political decisions were recorded during this brief interaction.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing telephone connection. This brief interaction served administrative purposes to establish contact with another party. No substantive policy matters or significant decisions were addressed during this short logistical exchange.
President Nixon held discussions with Gerald Ford and Hugh Scott to reschedule a meeting from Thursday to Tuesday. The President aimed to consolidate the schedule to address Vietnam policy and a freshman summit in a single session. Additionally, the participants touched upon bipartisan legislative strategy, labor-management relations, and concerns regarding the economic impact of labor policy.
President Nixon met with his valet, Manolo Sanchez, to discuss personal preparations and logistical arrangements. The conversation focused on the President's upcoming clothing requirements and his planned schedule for a trip aboard the presidential yacht, the Sequoia. The exchange served to coordinate the final details for his departure at 6:00 pm.
President Nixon spoke briefly with a White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. The interaction served as a routine administrative request to connect the President to another party. No substantive policy discussions or significant political decisions occurred during this brief exchange.
President Nixon and his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, held a brief, informal check-in regarding a recent public appearance or event. The discussion centered on an unidentified individual's positive performance, which the President briefly acknowledged. No substantive policy decisions or political actions resulted from this short exchange.
President Richard Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, to express personal appreciation for his service. The two discussed Sanchez's ongoing work schedule and professional responsibilities within the White House. The conversation served primarily as a brief interpersonal exchange regarding administrative arrangements and the President's recognition of his staff member.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building to discuss routine personal service arrangements. Their interaction focused on the preparation of refreshments and the coordination of Sanchez's work schedule. The dialogue reflects the informal, day-to-day administrative management of the President's immediate environment.
President Nixon and Alexander M. Haig, Jr. coordinated their schedules for a meeting occurring the following day. Due to the President's commitment to a cabinet meeting at 10:00 a.m., they agreed to shift their planned appointment to 11:30 a.m. This brief exchange served solely to finalize the logistics for their upcoming private session.
President Nixon initiated a brief contact with J. Fred Buzhardt, Jr. to coordinate a follow-up meeting. Nixon requested that Buzhardt come to his office in the Old Executive Office Building to discuss ongoing legal or administrative matters. The conversation served primarily as an administrative bridge to facilitate a more substantive, private discussion between the two men.
President Nixon met with J. Fred Buzhardt to review the status of the ongoing Watergate investigation and discuss the aggressive, broad-ranging document and testimony requests made by Special Prosecutor Archibald Cox. Buzhardt characterized Cox’s efforts as an attempt to overstep his mandate and challenge executive privilege, leading to a strategy of forcing Cox to formally request items in writing to maintain administrative control. Nixon and Buzhardt agreed to resist these demands firmly, preparing for an inevitable future confrontation or subpoena while emphasizing the necessity of protecting the constitutional integrity of the presidency.
President Richard Nixon met with his personal aide, Stephen B. Bull, in the Old Executive Office Building to handle routine administrative tasks. The primary focus of the brief interaction was the signing of a specific item, identified in records as a pen. Following the completion of this clerical action, Bull departed the office.
President Nixon met with South Vietnamese Ambassador Tran Kim Phuong, Alexander Haig, and Brent Scowcroft to discuss the critical need for continued U.S. aid to South Vietnam amidst growing Congressional opposition. Nixon emphasized that he remains committed to supporting President Nguyen Van Thieu but warned that legislative resistance makes securing future appropriations increasingly difficult. The discussion centered on the importance of survival for the South Vietnamese government and the necessity of managing expectations regarding American military and economic assistance.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. The interaction was limited to procedural logistics for connecting the President to another party. No substantive policy matters or administrative decisions were documented during this brief exchange.