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On March 19, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at 12:32 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 470-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met briefly in the Oval Office to conduct a preliminary check on any urgent administrative or policy matters. The conversation was informal in nature, focusing on logistical coordination rather than specific geopolitical strategies or high-level decision-making. No significant policy actions or substantive developments were recorded during this brief exchange.
President Nixon directed Marjorie Acker to make specific editorial cuts to a draft of an upcoming speech. The revisions required the removal of the final paragraph on page 10 and the top paragraph on page 11 regarding the testing of the Vietnam policy. These adjustments were ordered to be applied to both the President’s master copy and the version provided to an unnamed recipient.
On April 9, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander M. Haig, Jr. talked on the telephone from 10:03 am to 10:27 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 001-055 of the White House Tapes.
On April 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:05 pm and 7:27 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 001-080 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met briefly to discuss follow-up actions related to a previous conversation with Henry Kissinger and the administration's strategic response to media coverage. The discussion also touched upon preparations for an upcoming meeting with news editors. The dialogue remained informal, focusing on administrative coordination and media management tactics.
On April 17, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 4:41 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 001-137 of the White House Tapes.
On April 19, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 6:56 pm and 7:24 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-005 of the White House Tapes.
On April 28, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:08 pm and 9:20 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 042-072 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman engaged in a brief, one-minute meeting in the Old Executive Office Building. Given the lack of a transcript or detailed record, the specific substance of their discussion remains undocumented. This interaction serves as a placeholder in the White House archival record, indicating a direct consultation between the President and his Chief of Staff.
President Nixon consulted with General Alexander M. Haig, Jr. to request comparative data on Vietnam War casualties, specifically seeking figures from the current week contrasted with those from one and two years prior. Additionally, the President requested information regarding the size and composition of the 1st Marine Division. This inquiry reflected Nixon’s effort to contextualize current military losses and force structure as part of his ongoing assessment of the Vietnam conflict.
On May 5, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:16 pm and 3:00 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 042-095 of the White House Tapes.
On May 7, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 4:32 pm and 4:33 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-122 of the White House Tapes.
On May 8, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:40 pm and 6:50 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-126 of the White House Tapes.
On May 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:37 pm and 5:41 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 003-030 of the White House Tapes.
On May 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:37 pm and 5:41 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 003-031 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard M. Nixon and Treasury Secretary John B. Connally held a brief telephone conversation regarding official matters. Due to the withdrawal of the primary content of this recording, the specific substantive details of their discussion remain restricted. No definitive policy decisions or action items are available for analysis from this segment.
On May 17, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 7:34 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 003-056 of the White House Tapes.
On May 19, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:14 pm and 1:18 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 003-066 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted Arnold R. Weber’s secretary, Mrs. Lee, to convey his appreciation for Weber’s recent efforts. The President specifically praised Weber’s work on a statement drafted for the Congressional Black Caucus, acknowledging the significant labor involved in the project. Nixon requested that Mrs. Lee ensure his gratitude was relayed to both Weber and his relevant staff members.
On May 29, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:13 am and 9:08 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 507-003 of the White House Tapes.
On May 29, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and Henry A. Kissinger talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:08 am and 10:00 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 003-190 of the White House Tapes.
On May 31, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 6:06 pm and 6:15 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 003-200 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to request a connection with Alexander P. Butterfield. The brief exchange served as a logistical coordination to facilitate direct communication between the President and his deputy assistant. No further substantive policy matters were recorded during this brief administrative interaction.
On June 3, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 6:27 pm and 6:39 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 004-022 of the White House Tapes.
On June 8, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:40 am and 9:43 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 514-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon called Secretary of Defense Elliot L. Richardson to offer personal praise for a favorable article about Richardson recently published in the New York Times. Nixon noted that he and John Ehrlichman had reviewed the piece and agreed it was an excellent and well-deserved assessment of the Secretary's performance. The President concluded the call by emphasizing to Richardson that his staff at the Department of Defense should recognize the value of his leadership.
On June 15, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 6:34 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 005-085 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman discuss the administration’s strategy for responding to the unauthorized publication of the Pentagon Papers. Nixon expresses reluctance to issue a formal televised statement, fearing that a prepared, legalistic speech would be ineffective and draw excessive attention to the issue. He decides to review a draft from John Ehrlichman the following morning, ultimately favoring either a simple written statement or a brief, unscripted address to avoid appearing overly focused on technical legalisms.
On June 27, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 7:44 pm and 7:52 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 529-005 of the White House Tapes.
On June 28, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at 2:48 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 259-005 of the White House Tapes.
On June 29, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 11:22 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 006-020 of the White House Tapes.
On June 30, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 7:46 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 006-069 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief administrative interaction with the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. This communication served to connect the President with another party, though the specific individual he sought to reach remains unidentified. The exchange functioned solely as a logistical step in the President's daily workflow.
On July 6, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:00 am and 10:31 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 538-009 of the White House Tapes.
On July 21, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:56 pm and 4:40 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 006-176 of the White House Tapes.
On July 22, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:22 am and 11:32 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 006-182 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met to coordinate the President's upcoming schedule and manage communications with George P. Shultz. The discussion focused on logistical arrangements for Shultz's meeting with railroad officials and the potential need for a follow-up telephone briefing. Nixon deliberated on whether a direct meeting with Shultz was necessary or if a telephonic update would suffice, ultimately questioning the utility of a formal sit-down.
On August 3, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 12:00 pm and 12:05 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 269-022 of the White House Tapes.
On August 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and unknown person(s) talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:46 am and 12:01 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 007-111 of the White House Tapes.
On August 15, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Rose Mary Woods met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 5:43 pm and 7:14 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 273-035 of the White House Tapes.
On August 15, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 10:37 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 007-136 of the White House Tapes.
On August 16, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:10 am and 11:48 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 007-158 of the White House Tapes.
On August 17, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 4:12 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-026 of the White House Tapes.
On September 10, 1971, 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 3:51 pm and 3:53 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 276-005 of the White House Tapes.
On September 22, 1971, 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 11:41 am and 12:23 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 279-010 of the White House Tapes.
On October 5, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 4:02 pm and 4:26 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 010-043 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief, one-minute meeting with John D. Ehrlichman in the Oval Office. Due to the lack of an available transcript or audio clarity, the specific subject matter and any resulting directives remain undocumented in the historical record. This session reflects the routine, often rapid nature of executive consultation between the President and his senior staff.
President Nixon and George Shultz briefly coordinated their priorities ahead of an upcoming press conference. Nixon expressed a desire to focus strictly on immediate, relevant issues for the briefing rather than engaging in long-range strategic planning. The two agreed to limit the scope of their upcoming discussion to ensure the President was adequately prepared for the next day's public appearance.
President Nixon and evangelist Billy Graham engaged in a brief, informal discussion that transitioned from personal pleasantries into a deliberation regarding political strategy and economic messaging. The President solicited Graham’s counsel on a new initiative, emphasizing the need for a private follow-up meeting to refine their approach. Furthermore, Nixon touched upon the political sensitivities of tax restructuring, suggesting that any proposed tax increases must be carefully framed within the broader context of tax reform to maintain public support.
On October 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 3:42 pm to 3:43 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 282-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon utilized time in his Executive Office Building suite to refine and rehearse a forthcoming address. He recorded his practice remarks, reviewing the delivery and content to ensure the speech was prepared for final broadcast. This session focused on polishing the rhetoric intended for a national audience regarding significant policy decisions.
President Richard Nixon met in his Old Executive Office Building office to rehearse a forthcoming speech. The session focused on the President's delivery and the refinement of his public address. The final version of these remarks was subsequently published in the 1971 Public Papers of the Presidents.
President Nixon and John Mitchell conferred to coordinate strategy regarding upcoming personnel appointments and communications with key political figures, including Robert Byrd and John Connally. The discussion focused on managing the public rollout of these nominations and ensuring staff discretion to avoid premature leaks. Nixon emphasized the necessity of finalizing these details promptly to maintain control over the political narrative.
On November 15, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:16 pm and 1:53 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 618-027 of the White House Tapes.
On November 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:23 am and 10:24 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 015-062 of the White House Tapes.
On November 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and George P. Shultz talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:42 pm and 5:44 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 015-118 of the White House Tapes.
On November 29, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 10:45 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 015-140 of the White House Tapes.
On December 1, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 12:21 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 015-180 of the White House Tapes.
On December 7, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and unknown person(s) talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:06 am and 6:51 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-035 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Attorney General John Mitchell coordinate a brief, in-person meeting at the Old Executive Office Building. The conversation primarily serves as a logistical arrangement for Mitchell to travel to the White House following a discussion regarding a "compliment" and administrative status updates. Due to the brevity of the call and interruptions, no substantive policy decisions were finalized beyond the immediate scheduling of their encounter.
On December 10, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and John B. Connally talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 4:27 pm and 4:36 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-081 of the White House Tapes.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:45 pm and 1:40 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-110 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman discuss administrative communication protocols and the President's strategy for managing media narratives. Nixon establishes boundaries for his availability, requesting that he be shielded from routine calls after hours. They further deliberate on the need for a more disciplined approach to responding to press reports, with the President calling for a curated, weekly assessment of news to ensure balanced public relations.
President Nixon expresses deep frustration regarding Henry Kissinger’s rigid control over information flow and foreign policy execution within the White House. The President complains that Kissinger is creating an unhealthy bottleneck, filtering out essential perspectives and isolating the President from necessary intelligence. Consequently, Nixon emphasizes the need for alternative channels of communication to bypass Kissinger’s restrictive influence.
On January 13, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at 4:12 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 314-012 of the White House Tapes.
On January 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:15 pm and 2:29 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-009 of the White House Tapes.
On January 25, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:19 am and 9:53 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 655-002 of the White House Tapes.
On January 26, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and Rose Mary Woods talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:14 pm and 12:25 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-099 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 and George P. Shultz met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 4:20 pm to 4:21 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 318-005 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 4:21 pm and 4:23 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-117 of the White House Tapes.
On January 26, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Clark MacGregor talked on the telephone from 5:14 pm to 5:15 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-123 of the White House Tapes.
On January 27, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 11:30 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-131 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, Admiral Thomas Moorer, and Henry Kissinger met to discuss the necessity of maintaining direct communication channels between the President and the Joint Chiefs of Staff, notwithstanding bureaucratic concerns from the Department of Defense. Nixon emphasized his constitutional duty as Commander-in-Chief and expressed frustration with constraints following the Charles Radford security leak incident involving columnist Jack Anderson. The President instructed Kissinger and General Alexander Haig to manage potential friction with the Secretary of Defense to ensure the military leadership could continue to report directly to him.
On February 8, 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 2:31 pm and 2:44 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 320-017 of the White House Tapes.
On February 8, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 7:14 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-071 of the White House Tapes.
On February 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 3:17 pm to 3:19 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-121 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon dictated a memorandum to the Secretary of State and other key agencies to establish strict guidelines regarding the recent summit with the People's Republic of China. He emphasized the need for a disciplined, restrained public messaging strategy across the bureaucracy to protect the delicate nature of the new bilateral relationship. Consequently, he ordered an immediate halt to any further commentary or elaboration on the substance of the talks or the official communiqué.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger spoke briefly regarding the review of pending documents. The President directed Kissinger to examine specific materials for his subsequent consideration and feedback. This exchange reflects the routine administrative coordination between the two men concerning the President’s workflow and briefing requirements.
On March 7, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:38 pm and 10:08 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 021-017 of the White House Tapes.
On March 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 4:37 pm and 7:00 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 021-073 of the White House Tapes.
On March 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 11:12 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 021-096 of the White House Tapes.
On March 21, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 2:15 pm and 3:03 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 690-012 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 held a meeting with an unidentified individual in the Old Executive Office Building to conduct undisclosed administrative or policy business. Due to the lack of an available transcript or specific log details, the precise nature of the discussion remains undocumented. This interaction reflects the ongoing, private internal consultations typical of the Nixon presidency that were captured by the White House taping system.
An unidentified participant expresses a dismissive attitude toward a proposal, stating they are indifferent to the source's intentions. The speakers engage in a brief discussion regarding a document that requires further review, suggesting a potential willingness to consider new ideas from the unnamed party. The recording is incomplete and ends abruptly, leaving the specific subject matter and ultimate decision-making regarding the document unresolved.
On April 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:00 pm and 2:04 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-128 of the White House Tapes.
On April 20, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:10 pm and 3:15 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 023-055 of the White House Tapes.
On April 25, 1972, 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 10:05 am and 10:40 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 332-027 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with an aide regarding the logistical management and monitoring of public response to his upcoming televised address announcing the mining and blockade of North Vietnamese ports. The discussion focused on the systematic collection of incoming correspondence and expressions of support from the public to gauge the political impact of the escalation. Nixon emphasized the importance of tracking these reactions as a means to validate his administration's policy decisions.
On May 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:06 pm and 12:09 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-053 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon met with Special Counsel Charles Colson in the Old Executive Office Building for a brief discussion. Due to the lack of a transcript for this minute-long engagement, the specific substance of their exchange remains unrecorded. Consequently, no definitive policy decisions or developments can be attributed to this particular meeting.
On May 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:15 pm and 11:07 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-132 of the White House Tapes.
On May 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:07 pm and 11:12 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-133 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon requested a quiet atmosphere while stationed at the Aspen Lodge in Camp David. He instructed the operator to minimize interruptions to ensure a period of solitude. No other substantive policy or political matters were addressed during this brief exchange.
On June 10, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 9:32 am to 9:33 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 025-019 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief administrative exchange with a White House operator while stationed in the Old Executive Office Building. The recording functions primarily as a routine telephonic or logistical interaction typical of White House communications. No substantive policy discussions or significant political decisions were recorded during this brief contact.
On June 12, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:45 pm and 2:52 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 025-054 of the White House Tapes.