Nixon White House Tapes › Tape 482
Nixon White House Tape 482 (April 16, 1971 – April 19, 1971)
30 conversations · Oval Office · about 4 hr 20 min of released audio
Featuring Nixon, Bull, Haldeman, Butterfield, United States Secret Service agents
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull discussed logistical details regarding travel routes in the vicinity of Mexico City. The brief exchange focused on identifying the most direct path for an upcoming trip or transit. No major policy decisions were recorded during this procedural consultation.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull and Mark I. Goode to coordinate logistics for upcoming White House events. The discussion focused on managing the scheduling and photography sessions for visiting student council members from Rio Grande, Texas, as well as a subsequent meeting with securities industry leaders. The participants reviewed the flow of these activities to ensure smooth operations for the day's appointments.
President Nixon met with Mark I. Goode to briefly discuss logistics regarding the President's schedule and the handling of upcoming visitors. The primary objective of the meeting was to coordinate the arrival of an organized group for a scheduled appearance at the Oval Office. Nixon instructed Goode to ensure the visitors were lined up and processed promptly.
President Nixon met with a delegation of Wall Street leaders, including Bernard Lasker, Albert Gordon, and Donald Regan, to discuss the state of the economy and the recent upswing in the stock market. The group presented the President with a bull statue as a gesture of their confidence in his economic policies and the administration's performance. Nixon and his guests analyzed positive economic indicators, such as growth in GNP, retail sales, and automobile manufacturing, while also touching upon the geopolitical implications of his foreign policy initiatives toward the People's Republic of China and the Soviet Union.
President Nixon hosted Alexander P. Butterfield, Jon M. Huntsman, and David Haight along with their spouses for a brief, informal social meeting in the Oval Office. The participants engaged in light conversation regarding weather, local dining, and Stanford University before transitioning into a ceremonial photo session with White House photographer Ollie Atkins. During the exchange, the President presented the guests with official cufflinks as commemorative gifts before concluding the visit.
President Richard M. Nixon met with personal aide Stephen B. Bull in the Oval Office to discuss administrative and scheduling matters. The brief two-minute session focused exclusively on organizing the President's upcoming work agenda. No major policy developments occurred, as the conversation served as a routine coordination of the President's daily schedule.
Secret Service agents entered the Oval Office to discuss logistics regarding the President’s location and movements. The brief exchange consists of general conversation between the agents and the President. No substantive policy decisions or significant developments were recorded during this short interaction.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman discussed strategies to counter anti-war protests, specifically focusing on the involvement of Trotskyist groups within the movement and the perceived political opportunism of Representative Paul N. McCloskey, Jr. The President sought to leverage public support from traditional segments of the electorate, such as student groups and working-class supporters, while tasking staff with shaping media narratives to discredit the anti-war opposition. Additionally, they reviewed scheduling logistics for upcoming speeches and appearances designed to build enthusiasm among influential constituencies like the Chamber of Commerce and the Daughters of the American Revolution.
President Richard Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield in the Oval Office for a brief four-minute session. The primary purpose of the meeting was for the President to complete the signing of various administrative documents. No major policy discussions or significant political developments were recorded during this brief administrative encounter.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met to discuss urgent foreign policy matters, specifically the status of Vietnam negotiations and ongoing relations with the Soviet Union and the People's Republic of China. Kissinger briefed the President on planned communications with Soviet Ambassador Anatoliy Dobrynin regarding the Vietnam conflict, while the two analyzed political fallout from domestic media coverage and recent anti-war demonstrations. Additionally, they reviewed poll data on the administration's Vietnam policy and discussed the political necessity of maintaining a firm stance against partisan criticism from Democrats.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman met to coordinate logistics for upcoming political events, including the Republican Governors' Conference and the President's scheduled address to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. They discussed administrative personnel changes, specifically the mandated firing of a poorly performing official, and reviewed strategies for managing press relations and controlling media narratives. Additionally, the pair coordinated guest list protocols for Tricia Nixon’s wedding to maintain political decorum and addressed the optics surrounding public demonstrations and welfare policy.
President Nixon held a private, undocumented meeting with an unidentified male visitor in the Oval Office. The lack of a transcript or meeting logs prevents a definitive determination of the discussion's subject matter or specific outcomes. The interaction remains a brief, unverified engagement within the broader context of the President's daily schedule.
President Nixon met with an unknown individual in the Oval Office to conduct brief official or personal business. The recording is primarily notable for documenting a request for coffee made by the President. No substantive policy discussions or significant political developments were captured during this brief exchange.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull and Alexander P. Butterfield to coordinate scheduling logistics and administrative briefings. The discussion centered on upcoming meetings with Republican senators, specifically regarding a planned session in the Executive Office Building the following day. Additionally, the group reviewed the status of Henry Kissinger’s schedule and relevant briefings involving John L. McClellan.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, in the Oval Office to discuss the scheduling of an unidentified individual. The brief session focused on logistical coordination regarding the President's calendar. No further specific developments or action items were documented in the available records for this interaction.
President Nixon, H. R. Haldeman, and Henry Kissinger met to discuss political strategy, the administration's public image, and the challenges posed by entrenched liberal opposition within the federal bureaucracy and the media. The participants analyzed recent military developments in Vietnam and Laos, affirming that success on the battlefield—such as in Firebase 6—remains the most effective tool for neutralizing critics who prioritize ideological opposition over national interest. Nixon emphasized the necessity of a future purge of the federal government to dismantle the long-standing Democratic influence, particularly within the State Department and other agencies.
President Nixon met with John Ehrlichman and George Shultz to discuss aggressive strategies for managing the federal bureaucracy and suppressing unwanted antitrust litigation. Nixon issued a direct order to halt the Justice Department's antitrust proceedings against ITT, expressing frustration with Richard McLaren's pursuit of conglomerates and demanding personnel changes for those failing to follow administration directives. Additionally, the group reviewed legislative tactics for rural revenue sharing and considered methods for securing political cooperation on economic policy from key members of Congress.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull discussed the logistics and participant arrangements for an upcoming photo opportunity and press conference. Bull outlined instructions regarding the limited number of individuals permitted in the official photograph, specifically identifying the President, Senator Tom Huddleston, and Mrs. Dean. The President acknowledged these arrangements before concluding the brief planning session.
President Nixon met with Senator Robert A. Taft, Jr. and representatives from the Robert A. Taft Institute of Government to formally accept an award and certificate honoring the late Senator Robert Taft, Sr. During his remarks, Nixon praised the elder Taft's dedication to the two-party system and his courageous defense of the Taft-Hartley Act during the 1950 campaign. Following the presentation, the President hosted the group for a photo session in the Rose Garden and presented them with presidential mementos.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to review administrative logistics regarding upcoming appointments. The discussion focused on coordinating the President's schedule, specifically regarding a meeting with Senator John L. McClellan and staff members Kenneth E. BeLieu and Clark MacGregor. The brief exchange centered on finalizing these arrangements before Bull concluded the meeting.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to discuss strategies for exerting greater control over the federal bureaucracy and addressing perceived disloyalty within various agencies. The President emphasized his desire to "clean house" at the United Nations, specifically targeting associates of Charles W. Yost, and expressed frustration with Attorney General John Mitchell's reluctance to handle the ITT antitrust case and the resignation of Richard McLaren. Throughout the conversation, Nixon underscored the necessity of making public examples of officials to instill discipline across the administration, particularly as he prepared for the 1972 election cycle.
President Nixon met with Senator John L. McClellan, Clark MacGregor, and Kenneth E. BeLieu to discuss legislative priorities, national defense, and the President's political standing. The participants addressed concerns regarding U.S. military strength relative to the Soviet Union, the importance of maintaining nuclear deterrent credibility, and the economic necessity of supporting American industries like steel and aviation. Additionally, the President and Senator McClellan reviewed the progress of the Arkansas River navigation project and discussed pending appointments and committee activities within Congress.
President Nixon held a brief meeting in the Oval Office with an unidentified individual regarding his official daily schedule. The discussion concluded immediately upon the arrival of the visitor, lasting only a moment before the individual departed. No substantive policy matters or administrative decisions were captured in this brief exchange.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman discuss the necessity of adopting a more aggressive, partisan political strategy to defend against opposition, while critiquing staff members who favor compromise over confrontation. Nixon expresses a desire to remove disloyal administration officials and suggests using Vice President Agnew to publicly attack Senate critics. The meeting also covers logistical planning for upcoming events, including an appearance before the Daughters of the American Revolution and a meeting with AFL-CIO leadership.
President Nixon and Alexander Haig discussed the Israeli proposal for a Suez Canal withdrawal, a diplomatic development encouraged by Henry Kissinger to secure a temporary period of stability in the Middle East. Haig expressed concern that the State Department might react negatively to the proposal's initial toughness, potentially leading to a premature rejection by the Egyptians. They concluded that the administration should allow the diplomatic process to play out for now, with the President reserving potential intervention with Israeli leadership for a later stage.
President Nixon consulted with his aide Stephen B. Bull regarding the current whereabouts and activities of Charles W. Colson. The President specifically inquired whether Colson was still present at the White House and if he had completed his review of a particular file. This brief administrative inquiry served to coordinate staff movements and track the progress of ongoing research or document review tasks involving senior personnel.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman, Charles Colson, and other staff members to discuss political messaging strategies and the management of congressional relations. The group focused on fostering a more optimistic, disciplined tone among Republican supporters while strategizing ways to critique opposition figures like Senator Edmund Muskie. Additionally, they deliberated on media presentation tactics, specifically regarding public appearances with members of Congress and how to effectively highlight the administration's policy successes.
Secret Service agents met in the Oval Office to coordinate logistical arrangements for the President’s upcoming schedule. The discussion focused on security and movement protocols related to the President's transit between the Executive Office Building and a scheduled appearance at the Daughters of the American Revolution event. These logistical preparations reflect the operational security oversight required for managing presidential public engagements.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull in the Oval Office to discuss administrative logistics and the President's upcoming daily schedule. The primary focus of the brief meeting involved coordinating a future appointment with Alexander P. Butterfield. The conversation concluded with Bull departing the office shortly thereafter.
Secret Service agents and White House valet Manolo Sanchez met briefly in the Oval Office to facilitate logistical instructions. The interaction occurred as part of a routine transition or security coordination involving the President's personal staff. No substantive policy matters were recorded, as the brief exchange primarily involved administrative movement within the office.