42 conversations found
On April 26, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:08 pm and 7:12 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 045-024 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place an urgent call to Henry E. Petersen. This conversation serves as a brief administrative request to facilitate direct communication between the President and the Assistant Attorney General. No substantive policy discussions occurred during this exchange beyond the successful request for the connection.
On April 26, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler talked on the telephone from 7:08 pm to 7:09 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 045-023 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon directs Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler to cancel a scheduled call to White House Counsel John Dean. Nixon instructs Ziegler to tell Dean that the matter in question has already been handled, effectively shutting down further communication on the topic. The President emphasizes maintaining a cool demeanor and remaining firm should Dean attempt to follow up on the inquiry.
On April 26, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry E. Petersen talked on the telephone from 7:12 pm to 7:14 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 045-025 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Assistant Attorney General Henry Petersen discuss the legal and political implications of testimony regarding L. Patrick Gray III and potential orders to destroy documents. They focus on the fallout surrounding John Ehrlichman and John Dean, specifically addressing the optics of Gray’s possible resignation and the necessity of managing conflicting narratives. Ultimately, they decide to exercise caution and avoid taking immediate action to force Gray out, acknowledging the need to verify details before proceeding.
On April 26, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:14 pm and 7:44 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 045-026 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place an outgoing call to Attorney General Richard G. Kleindienst. This brief communication served solely as a logistical request to initiate contact with the Attorney General. No further substantive discussion occurred during this specific interaction.
On April 26, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Richard G. Kleindienst, and Henry E. Petersen talked on the telephone from 7:44 pm to 8:02 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 045-027 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with Attorney General Richard Kleindienst and Assistant Attorney General Henry Petersen regarding the potential fallout from reports that acting FBI Director L. Patrick Gray destroyed sensitive documents provided to him by John Dean. The group discussed how Gray should handle media inquiries and his upcoming grand jury testimony, ultimately agreeing that Gray should not resign in response to press reports but should instead wait to address the matter before the grand jury. Nixon expressed strong opposition to granting immunity to Dean, whom he blamed for the ongoing leaks and misinformation regarding the administration's involvement in the Watergate cover-up.
On April 26, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 9:03 pm and 9:47 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 431-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his valet, Manolo Sanchez, discuss the specific preparation of an egg for a meal. The brief exchange centers on clarifying a previous instruction regarding the food request to ensure it is served to the President's preference. No broader political or administrative developments occur during this personal interaction.
On April 26, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:47 pm and 9:57 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 045-028 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place an urgent call to his Chief of Staff, H. R. Haldeman. This brief administrative interaction served as the mechanism to facilitate a direct line of communication between the President and one of his most senior aides during a period of intense scrutiny regarding the administration. No further dialogue was recorded beyond the initiation of this request.
On April 26, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 9:57 pm to 9:59 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 045-029 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman briefly discuss the President's personal health before shifting focus to the political crisis surrounding the Watergate scandal. The two assess the counsel of William P. Rogers and John B. Connally, with Nixon noting Rogers’s inability to make decisive recommendations. Consequently, Nixon instructs Haldeman to consult with Connally regarding the political strategy of a proposed leave of absence, seeking his candid input on the decision.
On April 26, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:02 pm and 10:07 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 045-031 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place an outgoing telephone call to H. R. Haldeman. This brief administrative exchange served solely to facilitate communication between the President and his Chief of Staff. No substantive policy discussions or decisions occurred during the connection.
On April 26, 1973, White House operator and President Richard M. Nixon talked on the telephone at 10:02 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 045-030 of the White House Tapes.
A White House operator relayed a message from H.R. Haldeman to President Nixon regarding a failed attempt to contact John B. Connally. The brief exchange served to update the President on the status of his efforts to reach the former Treasury Secretary. No further action items or substantive policy discussions were recorded during this brief communication.
On April 26, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 10:07 pm to 10:09 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 045-032 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discuss potential high-level personnel changes to navigate the escalating political pressures of the Watergate scandal and the Daniel Ellsberg case. They explore the possibility of appointing William D. Ruckelshaus as permanent FBI Director and weigh the viability of John Connally as a replacement for Attorney General. Haldeman is tasked with gauging Connally's interest in the position and assessing the likelihood of his Senate confirmation.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the Oval Office of the White House from 7:50 am to 8:05 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 906-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to discuss the evolving Watergate scandal, specifically focusing on damaging media reports regarding L. Patrick Gray and John W. Dean. They addressed allegations concerning the destruction of sensitive documents and scrutinized Dean's motives, particularly the possibility that he recorded his conversations with the President. The two also discussed personnel matters, including potential candidates to replace Gray at the FBI.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:05 am and 8:30 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 906-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief, informal meeting with an unidentified individual to facilitate the transport of official materials. The exchange focused primarily on the logistics of moving a briefcase out of the Oval Office. No substantive policy discussions or political decisions were recorded during this brief encounter.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Ronald L. Ziegler, and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House from 8:05 am to 8:35 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 906-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Ronald Ziegler met to strategize the handling of the escalating Watergate scandal and the required departures of key staff members, H.R. Haldeman and John Ehrlichman. Ziegler briefed the President on John Dean's recent assertions, which implicated Haldeman and Ehrlichman in the cover-up while notably excluding the President from personal involvement. Nixon confirmed his intent to demand the resignations of his top aides to project a standard of accountability, though he sought to time these moves carefully to manage political fallout and minimize the impact on the administration's operations. The discussion also touched upon the selection of new leadership for the FBI and the Department of Justice, as well as the timing of a planned public address by the President to take responsibility for cleaning up the administration.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:05 am and 8:30 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 906-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with an unidentified individual to review modifications to his daily schedule. The conversation focused on brief logistical updates and the coordination of administrative support, including the whereabouts of aide Stephen Bull. No significant policy decisions were recorded during this short meeting.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:35 am and 8:36 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 906-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met briefly with an unidentified individual to provide instructions regarding Henry Kissinger. Nixon directed the visitor to ensure Kissinger addressed a specific, urgent matter referred to as the "earthquake." This terse exchange likely concerns an immediate diplomatic or political crisis requiring Kissinger's prompt attention.
On April 27, 1973, Henry A. Kissinger and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:35 am and 8:36 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 906-026 of the White House Tapes.
Henry A. Kissinger met with an unidentified individual in the Oval Office to briefly discuss a matter involving a significant duration of time. Given the extremely limited duration of the recorded exchange, no specific policy decisions or substantive action items were documented. The conversation concluded abruptly within one minute, leaving the primary context of the meeting unclear.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger met in the Oval Office of the White House from 8:36 am to 8:45 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 906-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met to review a wide range of foreign policy initiatives and administrative personnel matters. Key topics included the status of upcoming diplomatic efforts with North Vietnam, preparations for Kissinger’s trip to Moscow, and the scheduling of the US-USSR summit. They also discussed logistical arrangements for John Connally’s world tour, concerns regarding federal bureaucracy following H.R. Haldeman’s departure, and the cancellation of Emperor Hirohito’s visit to the United States.
On April 27, 1973, unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:45 am and 3:46 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 906-027 of the White House Tapes.
An unidentified group of individuals met in the Oval Office to engage in an informal and cryptic discussion regarding themes of victory and religious conviction. The brief exchange centers on a philosophical or lighthearted disagreement concerning the identity of a 'winner,' ultimately invoking the figure of Jesus Christ. No policy decisions, administrative tasks, or substantive political developments are recorded during this interaction.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 3:46 pm and 3:47 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 906-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to review and finalize scheduling details. The brief discussion focused specifically on the logistical arrangements for an upcoming meeting with William D. Ruckelshaus. This interaction served to coordinate the President's immediate calendar and ensure the presence of required participants for the subsequent appointment.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:48 pm and 4:10 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 045-033 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place an outgoing call to Attorney General Richard G. Kleindienst. The brief exchange served as a routine administrative request to facilitate communication between the President and the Attorney General. No further substantive policy matters or decisions were recorded during this brief connection.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, William D. Ruckelshaus, White House operator, John D. Ehrlichman, Richard G. Kleindienst, unknown person(s), and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House from 3:48 pm to 4:30 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 906-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with William D. Ruckelshaus, John D. Ehrlichman, and Ronald L. Ziegler to finalize Ruckelshaus's appointment as Acting Director of the FBI following the resignation of L. Patrick Gray III. The President emphasized the need for a thorough, unbiased investigation into the Watergate scandal and directed Ruckelshaus to reorganize the Bureau and restore its integrity while a permanent director was sought. Ruckelshaus agreed to serve on an interim basis, with the participants coordinating the public announcement and strategy for fielding press inquiries regarding the transition.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Richard G. Kleindienst talked on the telephone from 4:14 pm to 4:16 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 045-034 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Attorney General Richard Kleindienst discuss the selection of a new acting FBI director following the resignation of L. Patrick Gray. Nixon rejects W. Mark Felt as a candidate, opting instead for William D. Ruckelshaus to ensure a clean break from the Bureau's internal conflicts. They finalize a plan for the White House to announce that the President has directed the Attorney General to appoint Ruckelshaus to the position.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 4:30 pm and 4:31 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 045-035 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone request to be connected with Assistant Attorney General Henry E. Petersen. The call serves as a logistical step to facilitate direct communication with Petersen, who was the lead official overseeing the burgeoning Watergate investigation at the Department of Justice. No substantive policy matters were discussed during this brief administrative exchange.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:30 pm and 4:31 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 906-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiated a brief contact with the White House operator to facilitate a telephonic connection. The interaction was purely administrative in nature, serving as a functional step to reach an unnamed third party. No substantive policy discussions or significant political developments occurred during this short exchange.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry E. Petersen talked on the telephone from 4:31 pm to 4:35 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 045-036 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Assistant Attorney General Henry E. Petersen discuss the escalating legal complications surrounding the Watergate scandal, specifically focusing on the disclosure of materials related to the Daniel Ellsberg case and the Fielding burglary. Petersen provides updates on the FBI's efforts to interview key figures such as John Dean and John Ehrlichman, while noting the constraints of grand jury secrecy on the information he can share with the President. The conversation highlights the administration's struggle to manage staff departures, the stalled negotiations with John Dean, and the mounting pressure for those involved to cooperate with ongoing investigations.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry E. Petersen met in the Oval Office of the White House from 4:31 pm to 4:35 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 906-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon met with Assistant Attorney General Henry E. Petersen to discuss the ongoing investigation into the Watergate scandal and the status of potential evidence. The conversation centers on the President's frustration regarding uncorroborated information and his desire to control the investigative process to avoid political damage. Nixon emphasizes the need to manage the flow of information as the situation escalates, ultimately expressing concern over the implications of incriminating details surfacing.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:35 pm and 4:41 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 906-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull reviewed the President’s upcoming schedule to manage his workload and prioritize critical engagements. The discussion focused on streamlining the calendar by postponing various events, including meetings with the Labor-Management Advisory Committee and the National Association of Real Estate Boards. Nixon specifically directed the deferral of diplomatic credential ceremonies and meetings involving Representative Otto E. Passman to ensure his availability for higher-priority matters.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Ronald L. Ziegler, and White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House from 4:41 pm to 5:00 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 906-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discussed the escalating Watergate crisis and the necessity of managing the potential departures of key staff members, specifically John Dean, H. R. Haldeman, and John Ehrlichman. Nixon pushed for the resignation or leave of absence of his aides to stabilize his administration and neutralize political threats, while emphasizing the need to maintain control over the narrative regarding their past conversations. They also evaluated internal staff loyalty and debated the content of a potential presidential speech to address the ongoing scandal.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:00 pm and 5:37 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 906-014 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull and unidentified individuals to coordinate an urgent meeting with Assistant Attorney General Henry E. Petersen. The participants focused on logistics for facilitating this discussion, with the President instructing his staff to secure Petersen’s presence at the White House immediately. The conversation highlights the administration's high-priority efforts to maintain direct communication with the Justice Department official overseeing the unfolding Watergate investigation.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:00 pm and 5:37 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 906-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull and Manolo Sanchez to review and streamline the upcoming presidential schedule, specifically concerning Congressional meetings and the logistics for West German Chancellor Willy Brandt’s state visit. The participants decided to scrub non-essential appointments to focus on key bipartisan leadership meetings and official diplomatic protocol. The discussion also touched on administrative coordination involving Henry E. Petersen and William E. Timmons regarding pending legislative matters.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:00 pm and 5:37 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 906-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with an unidentified individual regarding the timing of a meeting with Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler. The participants reached a consensus to delay the interaction until after a specific, unspecified event referred to as the "breaking of the earth." This brief exchange underscores the President's deliberate orchestration of his daily schedule and media strategy during a period of heightened administrative volatility.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Ronald L. Ziegler, and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:00 pm and 5:37 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 906-016 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler met to discuss alarming rumors circulating via journalists Seymour Hersh and Bob Woodward regarding the Watergate scandal. The reports suggested that John Dean might implicate the President and that Vice President Spiro Agnew was preparing to resign. Ziegler proposed a strategy to mitigate the media fallout by having aide David Gergen contact Woodward to dismiss the rumors as lacking substance and fact.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry E. Petersen met in the Oval Office of the White House from 5:37 pm to 5:43 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 906-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Assistant Attorney General Henry E. Petersen to address alarming reports from journalists Seymour Hersh and Bob Woodward that John Dean had implicated the President to Watergate prosecutors. Nixon expressed deep concern over these rumors and pressed Petersen to confirm whether the prosecutors had received such statements, specifically regarding the March 21, 1973, conversation concerning E. Howard Hunt’s demands. Petersen agreed to immediately contact the lead prosecutors to verify the information and reiterated his stance that his office lacked a mandate to investigate the presidency, asserting that such authority resided only with the House of Representatives.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:43 pm and 6:04 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 906-020 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman convened in the Oval Office to discuss the President's public right to provide an explanation regarding the escalating Watergate crisis. The conversation centered on strategies for managing executive communication and public perception as the administration faced mounting legal and political pressure. This discussion highlights the ongoing efforts by the President and his chief of staff to formulate a defense against the unfolding scandal.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:43 pm and 6:04 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 906-019 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discuss the strategic handling of Haldeman’s and John Ehrlichman’s potential departures from the White House staff in the wake of the Watergate scandal. Haldeman conveys concerns from his legal counsel that resigning or taking a leave of absence could remove the protective 'mantle' of the White House and potentially influence grand jury decisions regarding future indictments. They weigh the optics of various options, ultimately considering a temporary leave of absence for the month of May to provide distance from the investigation while maintaining their positions.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:43 pm and 6:04 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 906-022 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief, informal meeting with an unidentified individual in the Oval Office while managing his active schedule. The dialogue centered on coordinating logistics regarding a telephone call involving Assistant Attorney General Henry E. Petersen. No substantive policy discussions were recorded, as the exchange focused primarily on the status of ongoing communications.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:43 pm and 6:04 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 906-018 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with an unidentified individual regarding a telephone call made by Assistant Attorney General Henry E. Petersen from the Cabinet Room. The brief exchange focused on technical or procedural aspects of the communication, specifically referencing the use of a "catapult" system. No further policy decisions or substantive outcomes were documented during this short meeting.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:43 pm and 6:04 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 906-021 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief, unscheduled meeting in the Oval Office with an unidentified individual. Given the lack of a transcript or descriptive records, the specific substance of the exchange remains unknown. The meeting lasted no longer than twenty-one minutes, concluding shortly before 6:04 pm.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Henry E. Petersen, Stephen B. Bull, Ronald L. Ziegler, and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House from 6:04 pm to 6:48 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 906-023 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Assistant Attorney General Henry Petersen to discuss the ongoing Watergate investigation, specifically focusing on managing the legal fallout regarding White House staffers John Dean, H.R. Haldeman, and John Ehrlichman. Nixon sought to coordinate the investigation's pace to minimize political damage while pressuring Petersen to ensure that prosecutors pursue the truth aggressively without unfairly implicating the presidency. The conversation centered on the potential for staff resignations or leaves of absence, the credibility of witnesses like Dean, and concerns regarding leaks and threats of blackmail involving White House involvement in the cover-up.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Stephen B. Bull, White House operator, Manolo Sanchez, and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House from 6:49 pm to 8:04 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 906-024 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to coordinate their strategy for handling the ongoing Watergate crisis, specifically focusing on the management of John Dean and the timing of their own potential leaves of absence. They discussed the necessity of distancing themselves from Dean, whom they viewed as a liability and a potential source of unpredictable attacks against the presidency. Nixon decided to finalize his own public statement for the following Monday, while instructing that Haldeman and Ehrlichman should take voluntary leaves of absence beforehand to project an image of institutional integrity. They ultimately agreed that Nixon should dismiss Dean from his position rather than allow him to resign or negotiate, aiming to maintain presidential control over the narrative and minimize further damage.
On April 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 6:49 pm and 8:02 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 045-037 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place a telephone call to Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler. The brief interaction served as a logistical attempt to initiate communication with a key staff member during the height of the Watergate scandal. The call was ultimately aborted before the connection to Ziegler could be completed.