38 conversations found
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 4:29 am and 4:30 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 041-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to initiate an outgoing call. The communication served exclusively as a logistical request to be connected with Stephen B. Bull. No further substantive policy matters or broader political discussions were recorded during this brief exchange.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Alexander M. Haig, Jr., Henry A. Kissinger, unknown person(s), and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House from 9:20 am to 10:13 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 943-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander Haig, Henry Kissinger, and Ronald Ziegler to finalize the logistics for Soviet General Secretary Leonid Brezhnev’s visit and to coordinate the administration’s strategy regarding the unfolding Watergate scandal. The participants discussed the summit schedule—including private sessions, signing ceremonies, and travel arrangements—and expressed frustration over negative media coverage, specifically regarding the potential impact of John Dean’s testimony. Nixon and his advisors resolved to maintain a tough, authoritative public image during the summit to ensure the success of the negotiations and to prevent domestic political turbulence from undermining the administration's foreign policy goals.
On June 18, 1973, unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:13 am and 10:35 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 943-009 of the White House Tapes.
Two unidentified individuals met in the Oval Office to discuss President Nixon’s upcoming schedule and arrangements regarding official photographs with Soviet General Secretary Leonid Brezhnev. The dialogue focused on coordinating the logistics for these scheduled meetings and photo opportunities. No definitive decisions were recorded during this brief exchange.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Ronald L. Ziegler, and Henry A. Kissinger met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:14 am and 10:35 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 943-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, Ronald Ziegler, and Henry Kissinger met to strategize on managing the public relations fallout regarding John Dean's upcoming Ervin Committee testimony and recent damaging press reports. The group discussed methods to refute specific allegations—such as claims that the President authorized $1 million in hush money—while debating whether to address charges directly or maintain a strategy of calculated silence to avoid elevating Dean's profile. Additionally, Kissinger briefly consulted the President on messaging for the upcoming visit by Leonid Brezhnev to ensure the public perceived their diplomatic efforts as balanced rather than an attempt at global domination.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:27 am and 10:35 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 943-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with an unidentified staff member regarding the logistics of Soviet General Secretary Leonid I. Brezhnev’s upcoming visit. The discussion centered on an unexpected delay caused by inclement weather affecting helicopter transportation. The President sought confirmation on the revised timeline and inquired about the presence of Major John V. Brennan to ensure the itinerary remained coordinated.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:27 am and 10:35 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 943-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with an unidentified individual, likely a press aide or logistics coordinator, to finalize arrangements for the upcoming visit of Soviet General Secretary Leonid Brezhnev. The discussion focused on managing the media presence and optimizing television coverage for the President’s public remarks. They specifically addressed the strategic positioning of the press pool to ensure favorable visual documentation of the proceedings.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:35 am and 10:40 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 943-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met briefly with two unidentified individuals in the Oval Office to coordinate details regarding his official schedule. The discussion centered on logistics and upcoming appointments, serving as a functional administrative update. No definitive policy decisions were recorded during this brief encounter.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Alexander M. Haig, Jr., and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:35 am to 10:40 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 943-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Alexander Haig discussed the White House's strategic response to the impending Ervin Committee testimony of John Dean and related Watergate allegations. They evaluated potential legal and political risks, including reports of financial irregularities involving Charles Colson and concerns regarding IRS audits of Lawrence O'Brien. The meeting also briefly touched upon logistical scheduling for the upcoming visit of Soviet leader Leonid Brezhnev.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:40 am and 10:54 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 943-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with an unidentified individual to finalize logistical details regarding the upcoming visit of Soviet General Secretary Leonid I. Brezhnev. The discussion centered on planning the specific arrangements for the formal arrival ceremony at the White House. The meeting concluded with no further recorded developments before the participants departed the Oval Office.
On June 18, 1973, unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:40 am and 10:54 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 943-011 of the White House Tapes.
This brief meeting involved President Nixon and unidentified participants gathered in the Oval Office to facilitate an arrival ceremony. Due to the lack of a transcript and the short duration of the recording, no specific policy discussions or administrative decisions were documented. The session was primarily ceremonial in nature, concluding shortly before the participants exited the office.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:40 am and 10:54 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 943-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with an unidentified individual in the Oval Office to coordinate preparations for the upcoming official visit of Soviet General Secretary Leonid I. Brezhnev. The discussion centered on logistical and strategic planning regarding the summit proceedings. Following the brief consultation, the visitor departed, leaving the President to finalize arrangements for the high-profile diplomatic engagement.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Leonid I. Brezhnev, Viktor M. Sukhodrev, Ronald L. Ziegler, members of the press, Henry A. Kissinger, William P. Rogers, Andrei A. Gromyko, Helmut ("Hal") Sonnenfeldt, Anatoliy F. Dobrynin, and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:31 am and 3:12 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 943-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Soviet General Secretary Leonid Brezhnev in the Oval Office to discuss the strengthening of U.S.-Soviet relations following their historic 1972 Moscow summit. The conversation centered on the necessity of building personal trust and confidence between the two leaders to facilitate long-term peace and cooperation, moving beyond historical Cold War tensions. Both leaders committed to a regular schedule of future summits and discussed the importance of expanding economic and cultural ties to solidify a new, stable era of superpower diplomacy.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Leonid I. Brezhnev, Viktor M. Sukhodrev, Ronald L. Ziegler, members of the press, Henry A. Kissinger, William P. Rogers, Andrei A. Gromyko, Helmut ("Hal") Sonnenfeldt, and Anatoliy F. Dobrynin met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:32 pm to 3:12 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 944-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and General Secretary Leonid Brezhnev met in the Oval Office to conduct high-level diplomatic discussions during Brezhnev's state visit to the United States. The participants focused on strengthening bilateral relations, with extensive dialogue regarding the expansion of economic and trade ties, including potential large-scale energy cooperation and agricultural trade. They also addressed pressing international issues, such as the situation in the Middle East, the implementation of the Paris Accords regarding Vietnam, and preparations for a forthcoming nuclear agreement.
On June 18, 1973, unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 3:12 pm and 3:19 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 944-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with unidentified individuals to coordinate logistical details regarding the upcoming visit of Soviet General Secretary Leonid I. Brezhnev. The discussion focused primarily on the President's schedule and the arrangements required for the high-level diplomatic summit. No specific policy decisions were recorded during this brief administrative session.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Henry A. Kissinger, Alexander M. Haig, Jr., and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House from 3:19 pm to 3:45 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 944-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Henry Kissinger, Alexander Haig, and Ronald Ziegler to coordinate the public messaging strategy regarding ongoing Soviet-American relations and bilateral summit agreements. Following the foreign policy segment, the group transitioned to a discussion of domestic political pressures, specifically focusing on the administration’s response to John Dean’s anticipated testimony before the Ervin Committee. Nixon emphasized the necessity of a disciplined, unified defense strategy to counter potential allegations of misconduct and manage the intense media scrutiny surrounding the Watergate investigation.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 3:45 pm and 3:46 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 944-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to coordinate final logistics for an upcoming state dinner honoring Leonid Brezhnev. The discussion focused on managing the guest list, the structure of the receiving line, and the timing of remarks to accommodate television network coverage. Nixon emphasized the necessity of precise preparation for the event's ceremonial elements.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 3:46 pm to 3:47 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 447-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met briefly to finalize the President's upcoming toast for the visit of Soviet General Secretary Leonid Brezhnev. The two reviewed the speech to ensure appropriate length and effective editing. They specifically focused on highlighting the diplomatic achievements reached between the United States and the Soviet Union over the preceding years.
On June 18, 1973, Henry A. Kissinger and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 3:46 pm and 5:49 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 944-009 of the White House Tapes.
Henry A. Kissinger met with an unidentified individual in the Oval Office to discuss undisclosed matters during a period of intense diplomatic activity. As the transcript is unavailable, the specific policy decisions or action items remain undocumented. The meeting took place amidst Kissinger's ongoing responsibilities regarding international relations and domestic foreign policy strategy.
On June 18, 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 3:47 pm and 4:20 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 447-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. The brief discussion primarily focused on coordinating the President's upcoming schedule. No significant policy decisions were recorded during this brief administrative interaction.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 3:47 pm and 4:20 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 447-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to review administrative details regarding his daily schedule. The discussion focused on coordinating upcoming appointments and managing the President’s time commitments. No major policy decisions were reached, as the meeting served primarily as a brief logistical check-in.
On June 18, 1973, Alexander M. Haig, Jr. and President Richard M. Nixon talked on the telephone from 4:20 pm to 4:22 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 041-001 of the White House Tapes.
Alexander Haig briefed President Nixon on the postponement of the Ervin Committee hearings, attributing the delay to Senator Mike Mansfield and criticizing Senators Hugh Scott and Howard Baker for their political maneuvering. Additionally, Haig requested a meeting for Governor John A. Love, which the President tentatively scheduled for 5:30 p.m. to accommodate his ongoing work on a toast for Leonid Brezhnev. The President expressed significant frustration over Senator Baker’s recent public comments regarding their personal relationship.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Rose Mary Woods, Alexander M. Haig, Jr., and White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 4:20 pm to 4:27 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 447-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, assisted by Rose Mary Woods and Alexander M. Haig, Jr., worked to finalize the text of his upcoming toast for the visit of Soviet General Secretary Leonid Brezhnev. The participants focused on editing the speech for appropriate length and tone, specifically requesting the removal of extraneous references, such as a passage regarding John Adams. Nixon reviewed the revised wording to ensure the toast effectively conveyed a message of peace and mutual responsibility between the two global powers.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 4:22 pm and 4:27 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 041-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with Alexander M. Haig, Jr. The primary purpose of the brief interaction was to manage executive communications and initiate a discussion with his Chief of Staff. No further substantive policy matters were recorded during this connection request.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander M. Haig, Jr. talked on the telephone from 4:27 pm to 4:29 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 041-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Alexander Haig discuss strategies to counter negative press and potential political maneuvering by the Ervin Committee regarding the ongoing Watergate investigation. Nixon expresses concern that the committee and the media are timing leaks of John Dean’s testimony to undermine his upcoming Soviet summit. He directs Haig to coordinate with White House staff to aggressively push back against the committee’s narrative and specifically orders an investigation into allegations that Leonard Garment may be leaking information to the Washington Post.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander M. Haig, Jr. met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 4:27 pm to 4:29 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 447-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Alexander Haig discuss political maneuvering regarding Senate Majority Leader Mike Mansfield and potential press exploitation of ongoing controversies. Nixon expresses concern that opponents intend to build up negative coverage over the summer to damage the administration. He directs Haig to thoroughly vet these developments and considers retaliatory measures, such as imposing tariffs, to counter the perceived political threat.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 4:29 pm and 4:30 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 447-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief, unscheduled interaction with the White House operator while located in the Old Executive Office Building. As no transcript exists for this encounter, the specific subject matter remains undocumented. The recording serves primarily as a procedural capture of administrative activity during the Nixon presidency.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 4:30 pm to 4:31 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 447-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consults with Stephen B. Bull to verify travel arrangements for an upcoming trip to California. The President emphasizes the necessity of scheduling a makeup session, ensuring specific logistical requirements are met for his itinerary. This brief exchange serves to confirm the administrative planning of the President's personal and professional schedule.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull talked on the telephone from 4:30 pm to 4:31 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 041-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon directed Stephen B. Bull to ensure that proper lighting arrangements were made for the podium to be used at that evening’s state dinner for Soviet leader Leonid Brezhnev. Emphasizing the importance of the setup, the President specifically requested that the lighting be sufficient for both himself and his guest. Bull committed to executing these instructions immediately.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 4:31 pm and 5:15 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 447-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with an unknown individual in the Old Executive Office Building to facilitate the delivery of unspecified materials. During the brief interaction, the President also provided instructions for a message to be relayed to White House Chief of Staff Alexander M. Haig, Jr. The discussion concluded without further recorded elaboration on the nature of the documents or the specific content of the communication.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Manolo Sanchez, J. Fred Buzhardt, Jr., and Marjorie P. Acker met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 4:31 pm and 5:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 447-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with J. Fred Buzhardt, Jr. and others to discuss strategies for discrediting John Dean in advance of his testimony before the Senate Watergate (Ervin) Committee. The participants focused on leaking evidence regarding Dean's alleged personal misuse of funds to portray him as a common thief rather than a whistleblower motivated by principle. Nixon and Buzhardt reviewed the status of witness preparation and emphasized the importance of using these financial revelations to gain leverage and undermine Dean's credibility with both the committee and the public.
On June 18, 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 4:31 pm and 5:15 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 447-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal aide, Manolo Sanchez, to discuss adjustments to his daily schedule. During the brief interaction, the President noted that a previously planned meeting involving J. Fred Buzhardt, Jr. had been concluded. The discussion served primarily to coordinate the President's immediate movements and administrative itinerary for the afternoon.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 4:31 pm and 5:15 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 447-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with an unidentified individual to coordinate scheduling and legal strategy regarding the ongoing Watergate investigation. The discussion specifically addressed the administration's defensive posture toward the Ervin Committee and concerns over damaging press leaks. Nixon also arranged a briefing with J. Fred Buzhardt, Jr. to further manage the White House's response to the scandal.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:49 pm and 6:14 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 944-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull in the Oval Office to discuss administrative logistics. The conversation centered on the President's upcoming schedule, specifically involving the use of the presidential yacht, the Sequoia. No further significant actions or strategic developments were recorded during this brief administrative exchange.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, John A. Love, Alexander M. Haig, Jr., Henry A. Kissinger, and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House from 5:49 pm to 6:14 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 944-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, joined by Alexander Haig and briefly by Henry Kissinger, met with John A. Love to formally recruit him to head a new, high-level White House office tasked with managing the nation's energy policy. The discussion addressed the intense bureaucratic rivalries regarding energy oversight and the critical need for an administrator with direct access to the President who could navigate complex environmental, foreign policy, and economic challenges. Nixon also briefly addressed concerns regarding the Watergate scandal, dismissing its relevance to Love's prospective role while emphasizing that the situation would need to run its course through the courts and the Ervin Committee.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander M. Haig, Jr. met in the Oval Office of the White House from 6:15 pm to 6:16 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 944-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander M. Haig, Jr. for a brief discussion regarding the White House's ongoing public relations strategy concerning the Watergate scandal. The two conferred on administrative messaging and the potential involvement of Ronald L. Ziegler in addressing queries from the Ervin Committee and television networks. The conversation resulted in a minor directive to refine a prepared statement by removing a concluding sentence.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Alexander M. Haig, Jr., and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House from 6:19 pm to 6:54 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 944-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, Alexander Haig, and Ronald Ziegler met to discuss the White House's strategic response to the impending Ervin Committee testimony of John W. Dean III. The President and his aides analyzed how to manage the political fallout of the testimony during the upcoming summit with Leonid Brezhnev, weighing the pros and cons of potential delays. A significant focus of the discussion was the ongoing effort to discredit Dean by publicizing his alleged mishandling of campaign funds and payments to defendants.
On June 18, 1973, Ronald L. Ziegler and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 6:54 pm and 11:59 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 944-010 of the White House Tapes.
Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler met with an unidentified individual in the Oval Office to discuss matters regarding the President’s official schedule. The brief interaction focused on logistical planning and administrative coordination for upcoming activities. No substantive policy decisions were documented during this short exchange.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and White House operator talked on the telephone at 7:12 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 041-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone exchange with the White House operator to request a meeting with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez. The conversation serves as a direct administrative directive to facilitate this request. No further policy or strategic matters are addressed during this brief call.