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Nixon Tapes on Charles W. Colson
783 conversations · page 3 of 8 · frequently with Nixon, Colson, Bull, Haldeman
President Nixon and Charles Colson coordinate a strategic media initiative, discussing the timing of a planned announcement or presentation to coincide with the conclusion of evening news broadcasts. Nixon expresses strong approval of Colson's proposed tactical approach, confirming that the White House has an established system in place to execute the plan. The brief call serves to finalize the operational logistics for this specific public relations effort.
On November 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:09 am and 8:37 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 015-055 of the White House Tapes.
On November 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and Stephen B. Bull talked on the telephone at 8:37 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 015-056 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to dictate a memorandum directed to Charles W. Colson concerning Rose Mary Woods and Marjorie P. Acker. Additionally, the pair reviewed the President's upcoming schedule and discussed the appointments of H.R. Haldeman. This brief administrative meeting served to coordinate staff communications and manage executive time management.
President Nixon summoned his aide Stephen B. Bull to the Oval Office to facilitate an urgent meeting. The primary purpose of this brief encounter was to request that Charles W. Colson be brought in to join the President immediately. No further substantive policy matters were recorded before Bull departed the office.
On November 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:10 am and 9:20 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 623-001 of the White House Tapes.
On November 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 6:07 pm and 6:08 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 623-025 of the White House Tapes.
On November 24, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 3:11 pm and 3:14 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 624-025 of the White House Tapes.
On November 24, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 3:11 pm and 3:14 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 624-026 of the White House Tapes.
On November 29, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:51 am and 11:53 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 015-152 of the White House Tapes.
On November 29, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and John D. Ehrlichman talked on the telephone at 3:53 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 015-158 of the White House Tapes.
On November 29, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:05 pm and 5:35 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 015-164 of the White House Tapes.
On November 29, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 6:16 pm and 6:22 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 015-172 of the White House Tapes.
On December 1, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:13 pm and 8:15 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 015-185 of the White House Tapes.
On December 2, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:50 pm and 2:07 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 015-201 of the White House Tapes.
On December 5, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:03 pm and 8:12 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-008 of the White House Tapes.
On December 5, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:03 pm and 8:12 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-009 of the White House Tapes.
On December 8, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:22 pm and 3:30 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-051 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman discuss administrative scheduling and coordination regarding key staff members and political figures, including John Ehrlichman, George Shultz, and Charles Colson. The discussion focuses on managing upcoming meetings and addressing recent developments concerning United Nations activities involving George H.W. Bush. Additionally, the President reviews logistical matters, including a potential conversation with John W. McCormack, to streamline executive operations.
On December 8, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:44 pm and 3:46 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-057 of the White House Tapes.
On December 8, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:55 pm and 5:08 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-059 of the White House Tapes.
On December 9, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:48 pm and 7:42 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-075 of the White House Tapes.
On December 10, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:59 pm and 8:01 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-089 of the White House Tapes.
On December 10, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 8:01 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-090 of the White House Tapes.
On December 10, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:09 pm and 8:12 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-094 of the White House Tapes.
On December 10, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 8:15 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-096 of the White House Tapes.
On December 19, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:26 pm and 3:10 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-119 of the White House Tapes.
On December 21, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:58 pm and 10:11 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-128 of the White House Tapes.
On December 21, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:58 pm and 10:11 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-129 of the White House Tapes.
On December 21, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:58 pm and 10:11 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-130 of the White House Tapes.
On December 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:09 pm and 1:25 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 017-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield to coordinate logistics for an upcoming trip to Key Biscayne, specifically focusing on dinner arrangements, wine selections, and lodging accommodations with Charles “Bebe” Rebozo. The discussion also touched upon a potential communication from Charles Colson to an unnamed recipient, possibly George Meany. This meeting served to finalize personal travel details and manage pending administrative correspondence.
On December 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 1:25 pm to 1:26 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 017-002 of the White House Tapes.
Charles W. Colson contacted his office staff to request immediate retrieval and delivery of specific media coverage regarding Jane F. Muskie. He directed an aide to clip articles from the 'People' sections of current issues of Time and Newsweek that featured Mrs. Muskie in New Hampshire. The materials were to be hand-delivered to Colson by Manolo Sanchez.
On December 24, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:28 pm and 11:30 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 017-058 of the White House Tapes.
On December 25, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:55 am and 12:44 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 017-096 of the White House Tapes.
On January 2, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 11:35 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 017-161 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson reviewed positive public and media reactions to Nixon’s January 2 interview with CBS correspondent Dan Rather. The conversation focused on the political benefits of the President's performance, particularly his firm stance on delaying amnesty until the return of prisoners of war. Nixon directed Colson to continue pressuring Rather and to coordinate with White House staff to amplify the favorable coverage.
President Nixon met with an unknown individual and Alexander P. Butterfield to discuss the President's upcoming schedule and administrative arrangements. The meeting was characterized by confusion regarding the necessity of Butterfield’s presence, resulting in a brief interaction before he departed. Discussions briefly touched upon Charles W. Colson’s role in the scheduling process.
On January 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:52 pm and 12:55 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 018-018 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman discussed strategies for managing public perception and internal administration frictions following the India-Pakistan War. The conversation covered the need to defend Henry Kissinger against criticism from the State Department, the potential value of releasing a factual administration white paper, and concerns regarding leaks by columnist Jack Anderson. Additionally, they reviewed positive press coverage of Pat Nixon’s recent travels and touched upon the character and loyalty of staffers like Charles Colson.
On January 10, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:55 pm and 7:44 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 018-058 of the White House Tapes.
On January 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:21 pm and 12:29 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 018-063 of the White House Tapes.
On January 12, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:11 pm and 8:13 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 018-073 of the White House Tapes.
On January 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:43 pm and 2:47 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 018-090 of the White House Tapes.
On January 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 10:14 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 018-098 of the White House Tapes.
On January 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 6:55 pm and 7:35 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed H. R. Haldeman to ensure Charles W. Colson was included on the guest list for an upcoming White House dinner with Cabinet officers. Nixon emphasized that Colson’s presence was essential to signal his high-level authority and influence to the administration's leadership. Haldeman acknowledged the directive, confirming that Colson would be added to the event if he was not already scheduled to attend.
On January 20, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:29 pm and 1:33 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 652-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon directs the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection between Henry Kissinger and Charles Colson. This brief administrative interaction serves as a logistical bridge to enable communication between two key White House advisors. The President personally oversees the routing of this call to ensure the two officials are connected.
On January 25, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:10 pm and 10:17 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-086 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss the overwhelmingly positive political reception of the President's recent televised speech regarding Vietnam. Colson reports that various political figures, media commentators, and interest groups view the address as a major triumph that significantly bolstered presidential credibility. The two men analyze the favorable reactions from both conservative allies and former critics, concluding that the speech effectively neutralized ongoing domestic opposition and shifted the national focus away from concerns regarding the federal budget.
On January 26, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 7:47 am and 7:52 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 656-003 of the White House Tapes.
On January 26, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 1:58 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-104 of the White House Tapes.
On January 26, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:00 pm and 3:23 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-107 of the White House Tapes.
On January 26, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and Charles W. Colson met in the Oval Office of the White House at 2:00 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 656-025 of the White House Tapes.
On January 26, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:47 pm and 7:51 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-124 of the White House Tapes.
On January 26, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 7:51 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-125 of the White House Tapes.
On January 28, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 5:49 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-154 of the White House Tapes.
On January 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 4:57 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-174 of the White House Tapes.
On January 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 5:32 pm to 5:33 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-180 of the White House Tapes.
On January 31, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:21 pm and 9:49 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-014 of the White House Tapes.
On February 2, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:00 pm and 2:04 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 318-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, discuss personal and political matters, including a biased New York Times article regarding Vice President Spiro Agnew and the media coverage of the President's recent public engagements. The conversation also covers scheduling logistics for upcoming trips to Florida and Camp David, alongside reflections on the President's upcoming trip to the People's Republic of China. Additionally, they exchange positive feedback regarding a memorandum from Charles Colson concerning the public perception of First Lady Pat Nixon.
On February 2, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 8:09 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-038 of the White House Tapes.
On February 2, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 8:09 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-039 of the White House Tapes.
On February 3, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:10 pm and 4:23 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 665-010 of the White House Tapes.
On February 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:40 pm and 10:42 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-093 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate administrative tasks regarding the distribution of internal documentation. The discussion focused on organizing and disseminating copies of materials to key staff members, including William L. Safire, Charles W. Colson, and George P. Shultz. The meeting concluded with instructions for Bull to manage these secretarial and distribution responsibilities.
On February 28, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:42 pm and 2:48 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-116 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull reviewed the logistical details and attendance rosters for ongoing White House staff meetings. The conversation focused on the transition from a larger early-morning session to smaller, more intimate gatherings in the Roosevelt Room involving key advisors such as John Ehrlichman, George Shultz, and Charles Colson. Bull briefed the President on the presence of specific staff members and confirmed that Nixon would have opportunities to engage with these officials throughout the remainder of the morning.
On February 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:53 pm and 2:56 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-119 of the White House Tapes.
On March 1, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:12 am and 8:50 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-134 of the White House Tapes.
On March 6, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:15 pm and 7:36 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 021-005 of the White House Tapes.
On March 13, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 6:28 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 021-061 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss strategies for managing negative press coverage regarding the International Telephone and Telegraph (ITT) scandal. They specifically address efforts to influence the Washington Star and journalist Smith Hempstone, as well as the investigation into Dita Beard and the involvement of White House staff. The conversation focuses on countering damaging narratives through media management and monitoring ongoing inquiries.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss strategies to discredit a recent media report, specifically targeting coverage by the Washington Star regarding the Grinnell divestiture case. The President expresses frustration with the article's framing and instructs Colson to pressure editorial staff and utilize subordinates like Ken Clawson to challenge the journalist's credibility. Additionally, the pair briefly touches upon the ongoing effort to use forensic typewriter analysis to undermine the document's authenticity.
On March 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:15 pm and 4:18 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 021-067 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to coordinate his daily schedule and manage the availability of staff members. The conversation focused on the arrival of Charles W. Colson and whether the President would depart for Camp David. Ultimately, Nixon decided against visiting Camp David himself but signaled that staff members were free to use the retreat if they desired.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss their strategy for responding to the ITT controversy, primarily focusing on discrediting the leaked memorandum and its source, Dita Beard. They prioritize painting the memorandum as a fraudulent effort orchestrated by Jack Anderson to damage the administration, while concurrently using typewriter analysis and other investigative techniques to challenge the document's authenticity. The conversation also touches on broader political maneuverings, including managing upcoming Senate hearings, countering the negative press, and reinforcing the administration's position on busing.
On March 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:15 pm and 5:21 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 021-115 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discussed the ongoing political damage control surrounding the ITT antitrust case and the contentious Dita Beard memorandum. They examined conflicting forensic reports regarding the authenticity of the document, specifically addressing discrepancies between FBI findings and independent expert analysis. The conversation centered on strategies to counter Democratic-led Senate hearings, including Republican Senator Hugh Scott's boycott and the push for Senate investigators to conduct interviews in Denver. The President emphasized the need to maintain a firm political stance against Democratic stalling tactics and to discredit the allegations surrounding the administration's involvement.
On March 20, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 5:15 pm and 5:21 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 324-011 of the White House Tapes.
On March 21, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:09 pm and 11:19 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 021-127 of the White House Tapes.
On March 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:11 am and 1:12 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 021-130 of the White House Tapes.
On March 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:30 pm and 3:24 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 021-132 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discussed the political fallout following George Meany's resignation from the Wage Board, agreeing on the need for a hardline public relations strategy to frame Meany as an obstructionist to the public interest. The two men explored strategies for restructuring the board—potentially moving toward a wholly public membership—while leveraging the conflict to align the administration with the public's concerns regarding rising food prices. Nixon instructed Colson to pressure George Shultz to finalize a new board proposal and develop a stronger stance on controlling food costs despite potential friction with the agricultural sector.
On March 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:47 pm and 7:53 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-008 of the White House Tapes.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:18 am and 9:38 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-010 of the White House Tapes.
On March 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:45 am and 12:54 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-012 of the White House Tapes.
On March 26, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:21 pm and 7:39 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-021 of the White House Tapes.
Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler attempted to reach Special Counsel Charles Colson on behalf of President Nixon to discuss urgent matters regarding wire service reports and pending testimony. Upon learning that Colson was unavailable and attending to business on Capitol Hill, Ziegler requested an immediate return call once Colson became reachable. The dialogue highlights the administration's efforts to coordinate responses to sensitive press and legislative developments.
On March 27, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone from 11:10 am to 11:11 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-025 of the White House Tapes.
On March 27, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 12:59 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-030 of the White House Tapes.
On March 27, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at 12:59 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 328-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss strategies to counter ongoing Congressional hearings regarding the International Telephone and Telegraph (ITT) case and the confirmation of Richard Kleindienst. They focus on pressuring Republican senators Hugh Scott and Roman Hruska to launch an offensive, including a press conference that frames Senator Edward Kennedy’s questioning as a "sickbed inquisition." Additionally, Colson outlines plans to issue an affidavit from William R. Merriam to debunk allegations of a specific White House phone call to Dita D. Beard.
President Nixon and Charles W. Colson attempted to conduct a brief, informal telephonic check-in regarding scheduling and ongoing communications. The conversation was significantly hampered by severe technical difficulties, rendering the audio mostly unintelligible and preventing any substantive discussion of policy or political strategy. Consequently, no concrete decisions were reached, and the participants ended the call due to the connectivity issues.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate updates to his daily schedule. The conversation focused on the availability and inclusion of Charles W. Colson and H.R. Haldeman for upcoming meetings. Nixon explicitly instructed Bull to ensure these key advisors were present if their schedules permitted.
On March 27, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 7:48 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-032 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met briefly to coordinate a forthcoming meeting involving Clark MacGregor and Charles W. Colson. The discussion centered on administrative scheduling and potential personnel or strategic adjustments. The President indicated that internal changes were already too far along to alter, suggesting a firm commitment to an ongoing course of action regarding these staff consultations.