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33 conversations · frequently with Nixon, Haldeman, Bull, Ehrlichman
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Related topics: White House administrationWhite House communicationsH. R. HaldemanWhite House operationsPresidential schedulingWilliam P. RogersSchedulingPresidential communicationRonald L. ZieglerJohn B. ConnallyHenry KissingerPolitical strategyJohn D. EhrlichmanInternal communications
On April 7, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, unknown person(s), and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 9:31 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 001-009 of the White House Tapes.
On April 16, 1971, 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 12:45 pm and 3:15 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 250-014 of the White House Tapes.
On April 26, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 2:00 pm and 2:54 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 489-012 of the White House Tapes.
On May 19, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander M. Haig, Jr. met in the Oval Office of the White House from 8:52 am to 8:53 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 501-001 of the White House Tapes.
On May 19, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 6:10 pm and 6:11 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 003-068 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and John D. Ehrlichman met to discuss the President’s upcoming schedule and follow up on matters previously addressed in a discussion with H. R. Haldeman. The participants focused on coordinating executive priorities and managing the President's time. This interaction served to ensure administrative continuity and alignment among top-level advisors regarding the administration's immediate agenda.
H. R. Haldeman coordinates with the White House operator to facilitate a phone connection with Charles W. Colson. President Nixon is present in the background as the arrangements for the call are made. This administrative interaction serves as the preliminary step to establish direct communication with Colson regarding undisclosed executive business.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss the coordination of administrative strategies and the implementation of specific reporting initiatives, potentially involving Dr. Scali. They deliberate on messaging tactics, including the necessity of planning inquiries to influence public or legislative opinion effectively. The conversation concludes with an emphasis on utilizing these refined methods to ensure the success of their objectives.
President Nixon and John D. Ehrlichman held a brief consultation regarding the coordination of budget information between Caspar Weinberger and Secretary of State William P. Rogers. They also briefly reviewed the public and political reaction to school busing initiatives within Ohio and Iowa. The discussion served as a strategic check-in on domestic policy communications and administrative oversight.
On September 24, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:12 pm and 7:15 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 010-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Patrick J. Buchanan briefly discussed an ongoing meeting involving Secretary of Labor James Hodgson and an unidentified individual. Nixon indicated that a pending decision or response would be delayed until the conclusion of these talks. The brief exchange served to coordinate strategy and manage expectations regarding the outcome of those discussions.
On October 29, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and George P. Shultz talked on the telephone from 4:10 pm to 4:11 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 013-038 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon directed Henry Kissinger to coordinate with Senate Republican Leader Hugh Scott and legislative aide Clark MacGregor regarding the administration's response to an impending Senate vote on the foreign aid program. Kissinger was instructed to ensure both men were aligned with the White House's messaging strategy. He agreed to contact Scott and MacGregor immediately to finalize these efforts.
On November 29, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 5:39 pm and 5:43 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 306-012 of the White House Tapes.
On February 13, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 6:37 pm and 7:25 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-088 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate a communication regarding Chief Justice Warren Burger. The brief interaction served as a coordination step for the President to relay information concerning a recent conversation with John Connally and the Chief Justice. No further policy decisions were recorded during this brief exchange.
On May 8, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:52 pm and 11:22 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-031 of the White House Tapes.
On May 16, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, President Richard M. Nixon, Alexander P. Butterfield, and Stephen B. Bull talked on the telephone from 9:56 am to 9:57 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 024-143 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson convened at the Aspen Lodge at Camp David to discuss ongoing political initiatives and administrative tasks. The participants reviewed the status of various projects and addressed logistical concerns regarding their current agenda. Due to the fragmentary nature of the recording, no significant policy decisions or actionable directives are clearly articulated in this brief exchange.
President Richard Nixon met with Chief of Staff H. R. Haldeman at Camp David to coordinate administrative activities. This brief encounter served to align the President and his advisor on internal White House operations. No further details regarding specific policy outcomes or strategic shifts were recorded during this session.
President Nixon met with John Mitchell, H. R. Haldeman, and Henry Kissinger in the Oval Office to address critical administrative and foreign policy matters. The discussion prioritized strategic coordination among top advisors regarding ongoing domestic issues and international diplomatic initiatives. This meeting served to align the President's key inner circle on sensitive executive priorities during a period of intense political and global pressure.
On July 20, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and John D. Ehrlichman talked on the telephone from 5:35 pm to 5:36 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 027-029 of the White House Tapes.
On July 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 12:08 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 027-042 of the White House Tapes.
On July 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 12:45 pm to 12:46 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 027-045 of the White House Tapes.
On July 26, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander M. Haig, Jr. talked on the telephone from 8:04 am to 8:06 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 027-067 of the White House Tapes.
On October 3, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:24 pm and 12:27 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 791-006 of the White House Tapes.
On February 21, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:11 am and 11:16 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 859-023 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler met briefly in the Old Executive Office Building to discuss an unspecified, time-sensitive matter. The dialogue suggests a request for Ziegler to prepare and submit written questions for the President's review. This exchange reflects the routine administrative coordination between the President and his press secretary regarding upcoming communications or briefings.
On April 10, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and John D. Ehrlichman met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:44 pm and 12:48 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 892-012 of the White House Tapes.
On April 30, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull talked on the telephone at Camp David from 11:02 am to 11:03 am. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 164-051 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met to coordinate their upcoming schedules and confirm logistical arrangements for an engagement the following day. The brief exchange focused on finalizing the timing of their future meetings to ensure they had sufficient time to discuss ongoing policy matters. No major policy decisions were reached, as the conversation served primarily as an administrative touchpoint between the President and his National Security Advisor.
President Nixon and Alexander Haig discuss strategic messaging and public relations efforts intended to shift the administration’s focus away from ongoing investigations and toward a more proactive, self-directed agenda. They coordinate plans for an upcoming announcement or speech to build positive momentum, while touching upon the need to manage potential legal challenges or judicial obstacles. The conversation reflects an effort to maintain political control and confidence despite external pressures.
President Nixon and his close associate Bebe Rebozo discuss the logistics of an ongoing arrangement involving an unidentified third party and a lawyer. The exchange centers on ensuring a specific task is completed, with Nixon emphasizing that the individual must follow through even if the legal representative declines to intervene. The conversation concludes with a plan for the two to reconnect the following day.