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On January 20, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:03 am and 1:04 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 036-017 of the White House Tapes.
On January 22, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 3:39 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 036-041 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler to implement an immediate ban on all communication between White House staff and Time magazine. This directive was prompted by a negative story regarding Charles W. Colson and John N. Mitchell. Nixon ordered that any staff member, including National Security Council personnel, found violating this policy—specifically mentioning Jerold L. Schecter—must have their resignation submitted within one minute.
On January 22, 1973, 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 8:22 pm and 8:47 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 402-014 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson held a brief, informal discussion regarding unspecified political activities or personnel matters. Due to the fragmentary and poor quality of the recording, no substantive policy decisions or clear action items are discernable. The brief interaction serves primarily to document the ongoing communication between the President and his advisor during this period.
On January 23, 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 1:35 pm and 1:39 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 404-012 of the White House Tapes.
On January 23, 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 1:35 pm and 1:39 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 404-013 of the White House Tapes.
On January 23, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 1:53 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 036-084 of the White House Tapes.
On January 23, 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 1:53 pm and 1:59 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 404-025 of the White House Tapes.
On January 23, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 6:19 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 036-087 of the White House Tapes.
On January 23, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 10:47 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 036-092 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate his daily schedule and upcoming engagements. The discussion focused on preparations for a Cabinet meeting, specifically ensuring the participation of George H. W. Bush and John A. Scali. Additionally, the President reviewed plans regarding an interaction with Charles W. Colson.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to review his daily schedule and manage administrative tasks. The discussion centered on upcoming appointments, specifically mentioning Charles W. Colson, and the processing of documents requiring the President’s signature. This brief session served as a logistical coordination meeting to ensure the efficient flow of executive paperwork and daily priorities.
President Richard Nixon met with his valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. The brief interaction consisted primarily of personal greetings and a discussion regarding the President’s upcoming schedule. The conversation concluded with mention of Charles W. Colson before Sanchez departed.
On January 24, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 7:08 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 036-104 of the White House Tapes.
On January 24, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 7:15 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 036-105 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discussed public relations strategies to capitalize on the positive reception of the Vietnam peace settlement following the President's televised address. The conversation focused on mobilizing political allies, including Henry Cabot Lodge, Melvin Laird, and George H.W. Bush, to champion the agreement and counter criticism from political opponents. They also evaluated media coverage and prioritized maintaining the momentum of the administration's foreign policy achievements over immediate domestic budget confrontations.
President Nixon, H.R. Haldeman, Manolo Sanchez, and Stephen B. Bull met to discuss administrative personnel changes, specifically regarding Secret Service staffing, and to coordinate the President's upcoming public relations and media strategy. A significant portion of the discussion addressed friction between John Ehrlichman and Charles Colson regarding policy advice, presidential speech themes, and the frequency of Nixon's televised appearances. Ultimately, the President decided to proceed with a radio address rather than a televised speech to avoid overexposure and concluded that both Ehrlichman and Colson should provide input on administration strategy.
On January 30, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:40 pm and 8:21 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 036-125 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discussed strategies for managing public and press perception following the recent Vietnam peace settlement. They reviewed the administration's efforts to counter negative media coverage, mobilize sympathetic columnists, and highlight the support of allies such as John Connally and Barry Goldwater. The conversation also touched upon the desire to maintain political pressure on critical news organizations and "elitist" opponents who, in their view, were frustrated by the successful conclusion of the war.
On January 30, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 9:28 pm and 9:40 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 406-046 of the White House Tapes.
On January 30, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:43 pm and 9:55 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 036-138 of the White House Tapes.
On January 31, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at 4:16 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 845-009 of the White House Tapes.
On February 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:59 am and 9:39 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 847-004 of the White House Tapes.
On February 3, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:59 am and 11:05 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 840-006 of the White House Tapes.
On February 3, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:59 am and 11:05 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 840-007 of the White House Tapes.
On February 3, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:09 pm and 12:15 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 043-017 of the White House Tapes.
On February 3, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at 12:09 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 840-010 of the White House Tapes.
On February 3, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 1:20 pm to 1:21 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 840-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with staff regarding legislative strategy and foreign policy coordination, specifically concerning Senate Majority Leader Mike Mansfield's interest in visiting the People's Republic of China. Nixon directed Bill Timmons to contact Mansfield to discuss the potential trip and to address the appointment of nominees to an unspecified foreign policy board. Additionally, the President reviewed a list of potential board candidates provided by George H.W. Bush, emphasizing the need for loyal supporters, and prepared for an upcoming meeting with Charles Colson.
President Nixon met with Charles Colson and others to discuss administrative appointments, the management of Henry Kissinger, and the fallout from recent media relations. The group reviewed low television ratings for a recent Kissinger appearance and discussed the necessity of keeping Kissinger under tighter control, including having Colson oversee his foreign policy project appointments to ensure ideological alignment. The President also emphasized the importance of securing conservative-leaning personnel for future advisory committees and reiterated his strategy of maintaining personal oversight to counteract Kissinger’s perceived tendency to play both sides with the media.
On February 5, 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 4:09 pm and 4:10 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 408-006 of the White House Tapes.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:50 pm and 11:50 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 043-033 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Patrick and Mrs. O'Donnell, accompanied by photographer W. Richard Howard, for a brief social meeting and photo opportunity in the Oval Office. The discussion centered on Patrick O'Donnell's recent legal work with Charles Colson's staff and his positive experience serving in the administration. Nixon expressed appreciation for O'Donnell's service and exchanged pleasantries regarding the couple's personal life and future plans.
On February 7, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 12:41 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 043-037 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate the delivery of specific reading materials to Alice Roosevelt Longworth. The President requested that Charles W. Colson facilitate sending a copy of Henry Fairlie's book, *Great Expectations*, along with a Vermont Royster column regarding the Vietnam settlement. This administrative task aimed to ensure that Longworth received the correct press commentary as part of the President's ongoing media outreach efforts.
On February 8, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 1:49 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 043-053 of the White House Tapes.
On February 8, 1973, Charles W. Colson and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:50 pm and 2:15 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 043-054 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull reviewed the President’s upcoming schedule and administrative preparations. Their discussion centered on coordinating a meeting involving Charles Colson and H.R. Haldeman, as well as timing for a legislative message and a related radio announcement. They ultimately decided to schedule a briefing or announcement for 12:00 p.m.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met to coordinate the President's schedule, specifically regarding farewell meetings with departing staff members. The discussion touched upon the professional standing of White House personnel compared to assistant secretaries and cabinet members. Nixon also expressed personal interest in the status of his friend Curtis Thompson, who was associated with the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, and confirmed an upcoming meeting with Charles Colson.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to coordinate upcoming meetings with Charles W. Colson and William E. Timmons regarding congressional relations. They discussed strategies for engaging Vietnam supporters, specifically focusing on labor and ethnic groups. Bull confirmed that Colson believes current outreach efforts are sufficient and that congressional allies will handle remaining matters.
On March 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 2:27 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-086 of the White House Tapes.
On March 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 2:27 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-087 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, John Dean, and Ron Ziegler discussed the strategy for responding to a subpoena issued to Dean in a Common Cause civil suit. They debated the legal basis for Dean refusing to testify, particularly if the questions related to his role as President's counsel versus his personal capacity. The conversation also touched upon precedents involving congressional aides and White House staff depositions, with a focus on distinguishing between questions related to official functions and those that are not. A potential speech by Senator Ervin on executive privilege was also noted as being canceled.
On March 16, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:50 pm and 7:53 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-131 of the White House Tapes.
On March 19, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:55 pm and 8:34 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-161 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss strategies to counter the upcoming Senate Watergate hearings, focusing on framing the investigation as a partisan political fishing expedition led by Senator Sam Ervin. They strategize to delegitimize Ervin by highlighting his age, lack of attention to North Carolina constituent interests, and hypocrisy regarding executive privilege and congressional immunity. Additionally, the pair explores potential 1976 Republican candidates, including John Connally, while reaffirming the President's firm stance against allowing White House staff to testify before Congress.
On March 21, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:50 pm and 7:53 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-204 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, H.R. Haldeman, John Dean, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, and Charles Colson discussed the ongoing Watergate investigation and potential strategies. Key topics included John Dean's potential grand jury testimony, the possibility of an independent commission, and how to manage public perception. A significant development was the proposal for Attorney General Kleindienst to meet with Judge Sirica to suggest options like a special prosecutor or a new grand jury, coupled with an assurance of full White House cooperation and a waiver of executive privilege.
On March 27, 1973, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 4:58 pm and 5:20 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 044-029 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon dictates a memorandum for the file to document his internal deliberations regarding the escalating Watergate scandal. The recording reflects his concerns over the potential appointment of a special prosecutor, the creation of an independent commission, and the ongoing investigation into White House staff involvement, including Charles Colson. The President further considers the political fallout of potential testimony and the strategic response to the Ervin Committee's inquiries into campaign activities.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman discussed the unfolding Watergate scandal, focusing on the testimony of Jeb Magruder and John Dean. They reviewed Magruder's evolving story regarding his involvement, the plan for intelligence operations, and cash disbursements to G. Gordon Liddy, as well as Dean's role in coordinating testimony and potential perjury. The conversation also touched upon Charles Colson's alleged involvement and the broader implications for White House staff facing Senate investigations and potential executive privilege claims.
On April 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 6:55 pm and 7:31 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 044-157 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and John Ehrlichman coordinate their schedules and discuss an ongoing meeting involving Charles Colson. The participants focus on the mounting political pressures surrounding the White House and investigate the substance and motivations behind Colson’s recent actions. The conversation serves as a preparatory session for later briefings regarding these unfolding external demands.
President Nixon and John Ehrlichman met to strategize on the worsening Watergate scandal, specifically focusing on damaging allegations against White House staff members including H.R. Haldeman, Charles Colson, and John Dean. The two discussed the threat posed by Jeb Stuart Magruder's potential cooperation with investigators and his claims regarding a tape that allegedly implicated the White House in electronic eavesdropping and obstruction of justice. They weighed options for managing these threats, including hiring an independent special counsel and potentially discrediting Magruder or other witnesses to prevent the scandal from reaching the Oval Office.
President Nixon and John D. Ehrlichman discussed the impending grand jury testimony of E. Howard Hunt, who was reportedly planning to implicate former Attorney General John Mitchell and White House associates in the Watergate affair. Ehrlichman detailed information from meetings with Charles Colson and David Shapiro regarding Hunt’s loss of faith in promised pardons and his potential to reveal details about a break-in at Hank Greenspun’s safe. The President and Ehrlichman analyzed the threat of Mitchell and Jeb Stuart Magruder cooperating with prosecutors, ultimately deciding to monitor the situation while contemplating how to handle the political fallout and potential allegations against the White House.
John D. Ehrlichman and President Nixon consulted on strategies to manage the escalating Watergate scandal, specifically focusing on how to influence or delay upcoming grand jury testimony from E. Howard Hunt. They discussed potential maneuvers to deflect attention from Charles Colson and explored the possibility of persuading John N. Mitchell to take responsibility for the campaign's actions to shield the White House. The pair agreed to review a more comprehensive set of options regarding witness management and legal strategy during a follow-up meeting the next morning.
On April 19, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and John D. Ehrlichman talked on the telephone from 5:58 pm to 5:59 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 038-122 of the White House Tapes.
John Ehrlichman updates President Nixon regarding an ongoing investigation into a mysterious removal of eight boxes of materials from a committee office the day after the Watergate break-in. Ehrlichman reports that Charles Colson, H.R. Haldeman, and others lack knowledge of the event, though they suspect it involved someone with high-level access like Robert C. Odle or Frederick C. LaRue. The President expresses concern over the potential link to Watergate and emphasizes the urgent need to identify the individual who reportedly moved the materials to a private apartment.
Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler directed the Camp David operator to locate former aide Charles W. Colson, who was visiting his son in Princeton, New Jersey. The effort to reach Colson proved difficult as he was not registered at his expected motel and had uncertain travel plans for the evening. Ziegler specifically instructed the operator to maintain a professional demeanor and ensure the request did not appear overly urgent.
On April 30, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:23 pm and 11:24 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 045-064 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Alexander Haig met to strategize on the administration's response to the escalating Watergate crisis, focusing on managing public perception and protecting White House documents. They discussed the legal handling of materials belonging to H.R. Haldeman, Charles Colson, and John Ehrlichman, as well as the importance of maintaining a unified front to counter allegations of presidential involvement. Additionally, the pair evaluated personnel matters, including the confirmation of Elliot Richardson as Attorney General and the potential for a counter-offensive by leveraging information on previous administrations' abuses of power.
President Nixon and Alexander Haig discuss the ongoing Watergate investigation, specifically focusing on the recent testimony of Vernon Walters regarding CIA involvement. The conversation centers on managing potential incriminating notes held by John Ehrlichman and the risks posed by John Dean's anticipated testimony, which may implicate Charles Colson. Nixon emphasizes the need for legal counsel J. Fred Buzhardt to consult with Colson immediately to coordinate a strategy for handling these developments.
President Nixon consulted with White House counsel J. Fred Buzhardt regarding his recent meeting with Charles Colson and the ongoing evaluation of sensitive documents provided by John W. Dean. Buzhardt confirmed that the materials matched the President's description but noted they presented significant legal or political complications. The two agreed that Buzhardt should take the necessary time to complete his assessment and prepare a formal report for the President.
President Nixon directs Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler to strategically leak information regarding the Daniel Ellsberg break-in to allies such as Hugh Scott and Strom Thurmond. The President emphasizes the necessity of releasing this information to shift the political narrative and intimidate his critics. He instructs Ziegler to characterize the forthcoming disclosure as part of a planned presidential action to ensure the material receives public and congressional attention.
On June 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 12:12 pm and 12:29 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 168-019 of the White House Tapes.
On June 2, 1973, Camp David operator and President Richard M. Nixon talked on the telephone at Camp David at 12:29 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 168-020 of the White House Tapes.
On June 3, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 10:35 am and 10:48 am. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 168-027 of the White House Tapes.
On June 3, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 6:47 pm and 6:48 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 039-042 of the White House Tapes.
On June 3, 1973, White House operator and President Richard M. Nixon talked on the telephone at 6:48 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 039-043 of the White House Tapes.
On June 5, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:16 pm and 1:22 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 039-090 of the White House Tapes.
On June 6, 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 12:56 pm and 1:00 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 443-002 of the White House Tapes.
On June 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:04 pm and 1:09 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 039-105 of the White House Tapes.
On June 6, 1973, White House operator and President Richard M. Nixon met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:04 pm and 1:05 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 443-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen Bull to finalize scheduling arrangements for upcoming meetings with congressional and executive advisors, including Melvin Laird and John Connally. Following this, Nixon spoke with Charles Colson to discuss the public reception of Colson's recent television appearance with Howard K. Smith. Their conversation centered on the ongoing Watergate investigation, with Nixon expressing frustration over Colson’s claims regarding his knowledge of defense payments and potential testimony.
President Nixon and his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, discuss Charles Colson's recent television interview with Howard K. Smith regarding the Watergate scandal. Tricia praises Colson’s performance and dignity, specifically highlighting his challenge to accusers to take lie detector tests. The call concludes with the President asking Tricia to inform First Lady Pat Nixon of his plans to have dinner on the Sequoia with John Connally and Alexander Haig.
On June 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:45 pm and 8:46 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 039-127 of the White House Tapes.
On June 7, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and David C. Hoopes met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 3:30 pm to 3:32 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 441-033 of the White House Tapes.
On June 10, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:07 pm and 10:39 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 040-001 of the White House Tapes.
On June 10, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and White House operator talked on the telephone at 10:39 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 040-002 of the White House Tapes.
On June 13, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:50 pm and 9:41 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 040-085 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.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler discussed concerns regarding J. Fred Buzhardt's investigation into Watergate-related activities, specifically focusing on a tape Charles Colson provided to John Dean and allegations surrounding the improper handling of campaign funds. They expressed frustration with Dean's conduct and discussed the potential for holding him in contempt for his refusal to testify in executive sessions before the Ervin Committee. To counter the negative narrative, the administration planned to have the Committee for the Re-Election of the President issue a letter demanding the return of the funds, while also coordinating media logistics for the upcoming visit of Leonid Brezhnev.