44 conversations found
On May 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:39 pm and 2:29 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 724-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull and Alexander P. Butterfield to finalize logistics for several upcoming events, including a meeting with John Cardinal Krol and a large reception in the Blue Room. Discussions focused on scheduling the Cardinal’s visit aboard the Sequoia and coordinating protocol for the reception, specifically the introductions of guests and the flow of the receiving line. Nixon emphasized the need for efficient crowd management and clear identification of attendees to streamline the social proceedings.
On May 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, John B. Connally, and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 2:25 pm and 3:32 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 724-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with John B. Connally and Stephen B. Bull to discuss the transition of the Treasury Secretary position from Connally to George P. Shultz, including plans for an upcoming cabinet announcement. The conversation also covered international affairs, specifically the blockade of North Vietnam and negotiations with the Soviet Union, as well as the President’s desire for tighter controls on the political and professional appointments of Jewish individuals within his administration. Additionally, Nixon and Connally explored future post-resignation roles for Connally, including diplomatic missions to Latin America and an appointment to the President's Foreign Intelligence Advisory Board (PFIAB).
On May 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, George P. Shultz, unknown person(s), Stephen B. Bull, and John B. Connally met in the Oval Office of the White House from 3:32 pm to 4:06 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 724-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with George Shultz and later John Connally to finalize Shultz's appointment as the new Secretary of the Treasury, replacing the outgoing Connally. The discussion covered the upcoming formal announcement and cabinet meeting, the transition of responsibilities, and the need for a firm economic strategy regarding the budget and international monetary policy. Additionally, they reviewed potential leadership changes, specifically the appointment of Caspar Weinberger to head the Office of Management and Budget, while briefly noting the continued domestic support for the President’s Vietnam War policies.
On May 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 4:00 pm and 5:10 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-081 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place an urgent call to Cornelia Wallace following the attempted assassination of her husband, Governor George C. Wallace. The President sought to contact the First Lady of Alabama personally to offer his support during the unfolding crisis. This interaction highlights the immediate political and personal response by the White House to the violent attack on the presidential candidate.
On May 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Donald McI. Kendall, Peter M. Flanigan, unknown person(s), and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 4:06 pm to 4:54 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 724-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Donald Kendall and Peter Flanigan to coordinate strategy for upcoming trade negotiations with the Soviet Union, specifically regarding the Pepsi-Vodka agreement and Most Favored Nation (MFN) status. The participants emphasized the importance of maintaining high-level control over economic diplomacy to prevent lower-level bureaucratic gridlock and discussed leveraging credit offers to secure long-term grain commitments. Additionally, Nixon and Kendall exchanged frustrations regarding the lack of political support from the business establishment, contrasting it with the perceived necessity of building a new, more reliable coalition.
On May 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, George P. Shultz, Caspar W. ("Cap") Weinberger, and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the Oval Office of the White House from 4:54 pm to 5:05 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 724-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with George Shultz, Caspar Weinberger, and H.R. Haldeman to discuss the immediate aftermath of the attempted assassination of George Wallace and to formalize upcoming cabinet shifts. The group reviewed the details of the shooting and coordinated the administration's public response and schedule. Additionally, Nixon confirmed the appointment of George Shultz as Secretary of the Treasury and Caspar Weinberger as Director of the Office of Management and Budget, emphasizing the necessity of a stringent fiscal policy and budget control.
On May 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at 5:06 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 724-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon spoke with the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. This interaction served a purely administrative purpose to connect the President with another party. No substantive policy discussions or decisions occurred during this brief communication exchange.
On May 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Alexander P. Butterfield, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, White House operator, and Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon met in the Oval Office of the White House from 5:06 pm to 5:14 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 724-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield to receive an urgent update regarding the assassination attempt on Governor George Wallace, including details about the assailant, the victims, and the severity of Wallace’s injuries. Following this, the President consulted with H. R. Haldeman and First Lady Pat Nixon to assess how to handle a scheduled Blue Room reception in light of the national tragedy. They ultimately decided to restrict press access to the event to avoid optics that would appear inappropriate given the gravity of the shooting.
On May 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:06 pm and 5:10 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-082 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone call to First Lady Pat Nixon. The brief interaction served as a logistical request to establish a line with her. No further policy or administrative matters were discussed during this exchange.
On May 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon, and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 5:10 pm to 5:13 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-083 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and First Lady Pat Nixon discussed the appropriateness of holding a scheduled Blue Room reception following the attempted assassination of George Wallace. Concerned that appearing in a festive public setting while the nation was in crisis would be insensitive, the couple weighed options including cancellation or excluding the press. They ultimately reached a tentative plan for the First Lady to host the event alongside curator Clement Conger while excluding media coverage to maintain decorum.
On May 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:14 pm and 5:16 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 724-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, in the Oval Office to address administrative matters regarding the executive schedule. The primary focus of the discussion concerned the President's upcoming meeting with Chief of Staff H.R. Haldeman. No substantive policy decisions were recorded during this brief administrative briefing.
On May 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:16 pm and 5:21 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-084 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with H. R. Haldeman regarding his potential participation in an upcoming scheduled event. Ultimately, the President decided to proceed with the event while opting not to attend in person. Consequently, he instructed the White House operator to place a call to First Lady Pat Nixon to coordinate the situation.
On May 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, White House operator, Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon, John B. Connally, Ronald L. Ziegler, Cornelia Wallace, Edward M. Kennedy, Eugene T. Rossides, and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House from 5:16 pm to 6:06 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 724-008 of the White House Tapes.
Following the assassination attempt on Governor George Wallace, President Nixon and John Connally discussed the political fallout and the immediate need to provide enhanced Secret Service protection to other presidential candidates, specifically Senator Edward M. Kennedy and Representative Shirley Chisholm. The participants deliberated on how to frame these security measures publicly while bypassing legal obstacles that previously barred the Secret Service from covering non-candidates. During the discussion, Connally recounted his personal experience surviving the John F. Kennedy assassination, providing a grim context for the ongoing concern over the safety of political figures.
On May 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon, and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 5:21 pm to 5:23 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-085 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and First Lady Pat Nixon consult on whether the President should attend a scheduled Blue Room reception following the shooting of presidential candidate George C. Wallace. Concerned that a jovial appearance would be inappropriate given the somber political climate and historical parallels to the Kennedy assassinations, the couple discusses alternative options, including having a surrogate read remarks or making a brief, solemn appearance. The President concludes the call without a final decision, opting to confer with H. R. Haldeman before committing to a course of action.
On May 15, 1972, the White House operator, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, John B. Connally, Eugene T. Rossides, and President Richard M. Nixon talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:24 pm and 5:30 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-087 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, H.R. Haldeman, John Connally, and Eugene Rossides discussed the immediate expansion of Secret Service protection for presidential candidates following the assassination attempt on George Wallace. The group specifically evaluated the security needs of Edward M. Kennedy and Shirley Chisholm, while dismissing candidates deemed inactive. Nixon ordered that protection details be prepared for both Kennedy and Chisholm, pending further investigation into the status of other potential candidates.
On May 15, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:24 pm and 5:30 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-086 of the White House Tapes.
H. R. Haldeman coordinates a telephone connection between Secretary of the Treasury John B. Connally and Assistant Secretary of the Treasury Eugene T. Rossides. Haldeman provides the necessary instructions to the White House operator to facilitate this direct communication. This administrative exchange serves to link two key officials within the Treasury Department for a pending discussion.
On May 15, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:30 pm and 5:38 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-088 of the White House Tapes.
H. R. Haldeman coordinates with the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection between Secretary John B. Connally and Senator Edward M. Kennedy. The brief interaction serves solely to initiate this communication channel between the two political figures. No further policy discussions or substantive developments occur during this exchange.
On May 15, 1972, the White House operator, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, President Richard M. Nixon, and Cornelia Wallace talked on the telephone from 5:38 pm to 5:41 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-089 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon called Cornelia Wallace to express his concern and offer prayers following the assassination attempt on her husband, George Wallace. Mrs. Wallace provided an update on the Governor's condition, noting the presence of a bullet near his spine and ongoing medical complications involving his liver. The President offered encouragement by comparing the resilience of politicians to Theodore Roosevelt's experience after being shot, emphasizing George Wallace's reputation as a fighter.
On May 15, 1972, the White House operator and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:41 pm and 5:45 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-090 of the White House Tapes.
H. R. Haldeman coordinates with the White House operator to facilitate communication with Senator Edward M. Kennedy. The conversation serves to confirm that a message has been left for the Senator, who is currently in transit. The primary purpose is to ensure the completion of a return call regarding Kennedy's whereabouts.
On May 15, 1972, the White House operator, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, John B. Connally, and Edward M. Kennedy talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:41 pm and 5:45 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-091 of the White House Tapes.
John B. Connally calls Senator Edward M. Kennedy on behalf of President Nixon to offer him full Secret Service protection following the recent shooting of George Wallace. Connally emphasizes that the President considers Kennedy highly vulnerable and insists on providing security regardless of legal interpretations regarding candidate status. The two agree to begin with temporary arrangements while coordinating with Secret Service leadership, with Connally urging Kennedy to accept the protection for his own safety.
On May 15, 1972, the White House operator, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, John B. Connally, Eugene T. Rossides, and President Richard M. Nixon talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:52 pm and 5:58 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-093 of the White House Tapes.
Following the assassination attempt on Governor George Wallace, President Nixon and John Connally directed Treasury official Eugene Rossides to immediately assign Secret Service protection to various presidential candidates. Connally coordinated the dispatch of agents to Edward Kennedy and Shirley Chisholm, while also instructing Rossides to provide a reduced security detail for other candidates like Wilbur Mills and Patsy Mink. The participants further discussed the status of other candidates' travel plans and the logistics for releasing official statements regarding these expanded protective measures.
On May 15, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:52 pm and 5:54 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-092 of the White House Tapes.
H. R. Haldeman instructs the White House operator to place a follow-up call to Eugene T. Rossides on behalf of Secretary John B. Connally. This brief administrative interaction highlights the coordination of high-level communications between Treasury Department officials and external contacts. No further substantive policy matters were addressed during this exchange.
On May 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, White House operator, Charles W. Colson, unknown person(s), James J. Rowley, John D. Ehrlichman, Richard G. Kleindienst, and Thomas J. Kelley met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 6:33 pm and 7:57 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 339-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, H. R. Haldeman, Charles Colson, and other staff members met to discuss the immediate aftermath and implications of the assassination attempt on Governor George Wallace. The President expressed intense frustration with the lack of information and the perceived incompetence of the Secret Service, repeatedly ordering his staff to bypass them and mobilize the FBI to take control of the investigation. Nixon specifically emphasized the need to determine the assailant's identity and political motivations—particularly any potential ties to anti-Vietnam War sentiments—to prevent media speculation or a repeat of the perceived failures following the John F. Kennedy assassination.
On May 15, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, White House operator, and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 6:33 pm and 6:45 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-094 of the White House Tapes.
H. R. Haldeman coordinated with Charles W. Colson via telephone to request his immediate attendance at the Oval Office. The primary purpose of this brief exchange was to facilitate a direct meeting between Colson and President Nixon. No substantive policy matters were discussed during this short logistical communication.
On May 15, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, White House operator, President Richard M. Nixon, and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 6:45 pm and 7:07 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-096 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, H.R. Haldeman, and Charles Colson discuss the investigation into the shooting of George Wallace, focusing on jurisdictional authority to involve the FBI. Nixon expresses a deep distrust of the Secret Service and directs that the FBI be ordered to take the lead in the investigation based on the federal nature of the victims. The participants explore legal justifications for this federal oversight, specifically citing the status of the officials targeted in the attack.
On May 15, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, White House operator, President Richard M. Nixon, Charles W. Colson, and James J. Rowley talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 6:45 pm and 7:07 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-095 of the White House Tapes.
In the aftermath of the attempted assassination of Governor George C. Wallace, President Nixon, H. R. Haldeman, and Charles Colson utilized White House telephone lines to coordinate an information pipeline with Secret Service Director James J. Rowley. The discussion focuses on gathering immediate intelligence regarding the assailant, Arthur H. Bremer, and ensuring the White House receives critical details—such as the purchase of the weapon and the suspect's background—ahead of media reports. Parallel to these operational efforts, the participants also discussed the political impact of the administration's recent Vietnam policies and the President's upcoming summit in Moscow.
On May 15, 1972, the White House operator, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and Richard G. Kleindienst talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 6:45 pm and 7:07 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-097 of the White House Tapes.
H. R. Haldeman and President Nixon separately contacted Attorney General Richard G. Kleindienst to coordinate the federal response to the attempted assassination of George C. Wallace. Expressing deep concern over potential intelligence gaps and negative media influence, the President urged Kleindienst to ensure the FBI secured immediate access to the suspect for interrogation. Kleindienst confirmed the suspects were in local custody and provided updated information regarding the identity of the assailants, ultimately agreeing to the President's directive to establish federal jurisdiction and expedite the transfer of custody to federal authorities.
On May 15, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, White House operator, Charles W. Colson, and President Richard M. Nixon talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 6:45 pm and 7:07 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-098 of the White House Tapes.
H. R. Haldeman coordinated with the White House operator to ensure that any incoming call from Secret Service Director James J. Rowley would be routed directly to his current telephone line. Simultaneously, President Nixon conferred with Charles Colson regarding unspecified administrative matters. This exchange serves as a logistical bridge, prioritizing urgent communication between the White House and federal security leadership.
On May 15, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:07 pm and 7:37 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-104 of the White House Tapes.
H. R. Haldeman instructs the White House operator to prioritize and facilitate incoming telephone calls from FBI Associate Director W. Mark Felt to President Nixon. This directive establishes a specific protocol for routing communication between the two officials throughout the evening. The exchange serves as an administrative arrangement to ensure direct, expedited access for Felt during a period of ongoing federal investigations.
On May 15, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:07 pm and 7:37 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-105 of the White House Tapes.
H. R. Haldeman coordinates with the White House operator regarding President Nixon's request to reach Charles G. “Bebe” Rebozo. After learning that Rebozo had departed his residence and that an agent was attempting to track him down, Haldeman decides to forgo the attempt. He ultimately instructs the operator to cancel the call request.
On May 15, 1972, Charles W. Colson, White House operator, unknown person(s), and Kenneth W. Clawson talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:07 pm and 7:37 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-102 of the White House Tapes.
Charles W. Colson and Kenneth W. Clawson discuss the ongoing investigation into the attempted assassination of George C. Wallace. Clawson provides intelligence updates, noting that the FBI traced the perpetrator's gun to a recent purchase in Milwaukee by Arthur H. Bremer. Colson instructs Clawson to keep him updated every 15 minutes and to ensure any new findings are immediately relayed to him at the Oval Office.
On May 15, 1972, Charles W. Colson, White House operator, and Holly Holm talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:07 pm and 7:37 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-101 of the White House Tapes.
Charles W. Colson contacted his office staff to coordinate logistics for his wife, Patricia Colson, to join him at the White House. He instructed his assistant, Holly Holm, to arrange transportation for his wife so she could arrive by 8:15 p.m. This adjustment was necessitated by a last-minute meeting with the President that prevented Colson from dining at home.
On May 15, 1972, Richard G. Kleindienst, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, President Richard M. Nixon, and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:07 pm and 7:37 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-106 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, H.R. Haldeman, and Charles Colson consulted with Attorney General Richard Kleindienst to receive updates on the investigation into the attempted assassination of George Wallace. The participants reviewed the status of the assailant, Arthur Bremer, and discussed FBI assignments regarding his custody, interrogation, and isolation. Officials expressed significant concern over potential public perception, specifically aiming to avoid any resemblance to the controversy surrounding the John F. and Robert F. Kennedy investigations.
On May 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 7:07 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-099 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place an outgoing call to his close friend and confidant, Charles G. “Bebe” Rebozo. The brief exchange served as a logistical request to initiate a private communication between the two men. No substantive policy matters were discussed during this brief administrative interaction.
On May 15, 1972, Thomas J. Kelley, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and President Richard M. Nixon talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:07 pm and 7:37 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-100 of the White House Tapes.
Secret Service official Thomas J. Kelley briefs H. R. Haldeman and President Nixon on the identification of Arthur Herman Bremer as the suspect in the assassination attempt on Governor George Wallace. Kelley details Bremer’s background, including his purchase of the weapon and prior arrest record, while confirming that no other conspirators are currently suspected. The participants discuss security measures to ensure the suspect’s safety while in custody at the hospital to prevent a situation similar to the murder of Lee Harvey Oswald by Jack Ruby.
On May 15, 1972, the White House operator, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, John D. Ehrlichman, and President Richard M. Nixon talked on the telephone from 7:37 pm to 7:42 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-107 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, H.R. Haldeman, and John Ehrlichman discussed the immediate aftermath of the assassination attempt on Governor George Wallace. The conversation centered on the status of the investigation into the assailant, Arthur H. Bremer, and the coordination of federal law enforcement efforts led by L. Patrick Gray and W. Mark Felt. Ehrlichman received instructions to maintain tight control over the information flow to the President, specifically drawing comparisons to the handling of the John F. Kennedy assassination to ensure effective management and reporting.
On May 15, 1972, the White House operator, Charles W. Colson, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, President Richard M. Nixon, and W. Mark Felt talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:42 pm and 7:57 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-109 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, H. R. Haldeman, Charles Colson, and FBI Associate Director W. Mark Felt discussed the aftermath of the assassination attempt on George C. Wallace. The participants focused on the background of the assailant, Arthur H. Bremer, specifically exploring potential political motivations, his anti-war connections, and rumored ties to Edward M. Kennedy. The group coordinated on the FBI's investigation and the necessity of verifying these rumors to ensure accurate reporting to the President.
On May 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, unknown person(s), Charles W. Colson, White House operator, Kenneth W. Clawson, Richard G. Kleindienst, John B. Connally, and Idanell ("Nellie") (Brill) Connally met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 7:42 pm and 8:10 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 339-004 of the White House Tapes.
Following the assassination attempt on Governor George Wallace, President Nixon and his aides, including H. R. Haldeman and Charles Colson, discussed strategies to manipulate public perception of the assailant's political affiliations. They explicitly directed staff to leak a story portraying the gunman as a supporter of Democratic candidates George McGovern and Edward Kennedy to associate the act with the political left. Additionally, the President reviewed the security implications for his own public appearances and coordinated with John Connally regarding future travel assignments.
On May 15, 1972, Charles W. Colson, White House operator, and Joan Hall talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:42 pm and 7:57 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-110 of the White House Tapes.
Charles W. Colson contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with Joan Hall. During the subsequent brief exchange, the two discussed logistical details regarding the respective daily schedules of Charles and Patricia Colson. The conversation served primarily as a coordination effort for personal and professional calendar management.
On May 15, 1972, Charles W. Colson, White House operator, and President Richard M. Nixon talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:42 pm and 7:57 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-108 of the White House Tapes.
Charles W. Colson contacted the White House operator to facilitate communication between key administration officials. The primary purpose of the exchange was to arrange a telephone call for John D. Ehrlichman. The discussion focused on coordinating this outreach in conjunction with a separate call involving H. R. Haldeman.
On May 15, 1972, Charles W. Colson, White House operator, President Richard M. Nixon, and Kenneth W. Clawson talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:42 pm and 7:57 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-111 of the White House Tapes.
Charles W. Colson initiated a series of telephone calls to coordinate a conversation between President Nixon and Kenneth W. Clawson. The purpose of these communications was to facilitate direct contact between the President and Clawson regarding undisclosed administrative matters. While the specific substance of their discussion remains undocumented due to the lack of a transcript, the administrative efforts reflect an urgent need to connect the President with his staff.
On May 15, 1972, Richard G. Kleindienst and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:57 pm and 7:59 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-113 of the White House Tapes.
Attorney General Richard Kleindienst and H.R. Haldeman discuss the aftermath of the attempted assassination of George Wallace. They review the status of Arthur Bremer’s medical examinations, interrogation progress, and a report from W. Mark Felt. The conversation focuses on coordinating the investigation and determining the appropriate scope of federal involvement following the shooting.
On May 15, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:57 pm and 7:59 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-112 of the White House Tapes.
H. R. Haldeman contacts the White House operator to initiate a telephone call to evangelist William F. “Billy” Graham. This brief administrative interaction serves as the logistical arrangement to connect the Nixon administration with the prominent religious leader. No further substantive developments or policy discussions are recorded in this brief exchange.
On May 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:59 pm and 8:02 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-114 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call to John B. Connally. The brief exchange served as a logistical step to establish communication between the President and the former Treasury Secretary. No further policy discussions or substantive actions were recorded during this connection.