Alexander P. Butterfield, Charles W. Colson, and John D. Ehrlichman convened in the Oval Office to discuss administrative operations and scheduling matters. The brief interaction focused on the staff's need for dedicated time to manage official White House work. The recording concludes abruptly before any significant decisions or follow-up actions could be finalized.
On September 18, 1971, Alexander P. Butterfield, Charles W. Colson, and John D. Ehrlichman met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 2:05 pm and 2:07 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 576-007 of the White House Tapes.
Nixon Library Finding AidConversation No. 576-7
Date: September 18, 1971
Time: Unknown between 2:05 pm and 2:07 pm
Location: Oval Office
Alexander P. Butterfield met with unknown people [Charles W. Colson and John D.
Ehrlichman?].
Schedule
Work
This recording was cut off at an unknown time before 2:07 pm.This transcript was generated automatically by AI and has not been reviewed for accuracy. Do not cite this transcript as authoritative. Consult the Finding Aid above for verified information.