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Nixon Tapes on Office of Management and Budget
46 conversations · frequently with Nixon, Cole, Shultz, Haldeman
When Office of Management and Budget comes up
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On February 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at 3:32 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 451-014 of the White House Tapes.
On March 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:46 pm and 5:00 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 469-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon calls Secretary of Agriculture Clifford M. Hardin to announce his decision to support the Agricultural Extension Service, effectively overruling the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) staff and siding with the Secretary. Nixon emphasizes the political importance of the service to the American farm community and instructs Hardin to communicate this victory to the department. Additionally, the President speaks with Claude W. Gifford of the Farm Journal to personally encourage him to accept an appointment within the administration.
Unknown person(s) and the White House operator talked on the telephone on an unknown date, sometime between 7:16 pm on April 6, 1971 and 10:59 am on April 7, 1971. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 042-029 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Treasury Secretary John Connally coordinated a briefing for a delegation including Secretary of Agriculture Clifford Hardin, General George Lincoln, and Peter Flanigan regarding a scheduled federal response to the Texas drought. The President directed Connally to meet with these officials to review their itinerary and logistical maps before their departure. Furthermore, Nixon advised Connally to remain in Washington rather than join the trip to avoid unfavorable political optics.
On May 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:07 am and 9:51 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 003-005 of the White House Tapes.
On June 9, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:51 pm and 4:04 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 004-098 of the White House Tapes.
On June 28, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 5:58 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 006-006 of the White House Tapes.
On June 30, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 7:29 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 006-064 of the White House Tapes.
On August 3, 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 3:55 pm and 4:09 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 270-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with a White House operator to facilitate a telephonic communication with George P. Shultz, who was serving as the Director of the Office of Management and Budget at the time. This brief interaction served solely as a logistical request to initiate contact with Shultz. No substantive policy discussions or further actions were recorded during this specific administrative exchange.
On August 9, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:00 pm and 5:02 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 558-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Kenneth R. Cole, Jr. and George P. Shultz to discuss budget overages in the Agriculture and Labor-HEW appropriations bills. The participants evaluated the political feasibility of a veto, concluding that the Labor-HEW bill lacked the necessary support to sustain a veto while the Agriculture bill presented a difficult political optics challenge due to attached HUD water and sewer grants. Ultimately, the President decided to sign the bills rather than pursue a veto, opting instead to direct agencies like the OMB to manage budget outlays through administrative strategies such as impounding funds or delaying grants.
On September 15, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 4:38 pm and 4:44 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 009-028 of the White House Tapes.
On September 16, 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 11:15 am and 11:48 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 278-056 of the White House Tapes.
On September 22, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 4:54 pm and 5:17 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 009-121 of the White House Tapes.
On September 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 12:58 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 009-140 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to discuss the preparation and framing of a forthcoming economic policy statement. Nixon emphasized the need for a concise, punchy document that clarifies the administration's stance on price increases and clearly defines responsibility for current economic conditions. He instructed Haldeman to oversee the drafting process, coordinating with staff such as Raymond Price and Patrick Buchanan to ensure the message is delivered effectively.
On October 11, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:49 pm and 4:33 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 011-041 of the White House Tapes.
On October 11, 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 2:49 pm and 4:33 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 287-019 of the White House Tapes.
On October 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:04 am and 10:14 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 011-056 of the White House Tapes.
On October 29, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:20 pm and 4:10 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 013-037 of the White House Tapes.
On November 2, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:00 pm and 3:07 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 013-076 of the White House Tapes.
On November 10, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:20 pm and 8:25 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 014-028 of the White House Tapes.
On November 21, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:14 pm and 7:18 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 015-079 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with W. Allen Wallis, Frederick Mosteller, and George P. Shultz to receive a report from the Commission on Federal Statistics regarding the state and efficacy of the U.S. federal statistical system. The discussion focused on improving the credibility and accuracy of government data, the need to strengthen the Statistical Policy Division within the Office of Management and Budget, and the necessity of maintaining high standards for economic indicators like the GNP. Additionally, the participants addressed concerns regarding data confidentiality, the potential for a quinquennial census, and the importance of ensuring that policymakers base decisions on accurate, non-politicized information.
On December 24, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:55 am and 1:37 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 017-004 of the White House Tapes.
On December 24, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at 1:37 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 309-002 of the White House Tapes.
On January 3, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 12:16 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 018-009 of the White House Tapes.
On January 27, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:00 pm and 3:07 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-144 of the White House Tapes.
On January 27, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 3:07 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-145 of the White House Tapes.
On January 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:24 pm and 5:26 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-177 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 1:00 pm and 1:03 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 021-124 of the White House Tapes.
On April 4, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 10:44 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-074 of the White House Tapes.
Kenneth R. Cole, Jr., Egil Krogh, and members of the Domestic Council met to coordinate White House legislative strategies, address internal communication issues with the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), and manage specific policy challenges. The group discussed delicate administrative and legal matters, including the handling of environmental regulations, lobbying by tax-exempt organizations, and the management of a Justice Department lawsuit regarding Texas offshore oil and fishing rights. Krogh emphasized the difficulty of communicating with John Connally and expressed concerns regarding the internal bureaucratic processes and potential for staff friction.
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 May 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone at Camp David from 12:33 pm to 12:34 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 131-040 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield to discuss the internal ranking and status of various high-level administration officials. The conversation focused on assessing individuals such as Caspar Weinberger, George Shultz, and Donald Rumsfeld, as well as the organizational structure of the Office of Management and Budget. They also briefly touched upon matters related to the Strategic Arms Limitation Treaty (SALT).
On June 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 1:02 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 025-131 of the White House Tapes.
On June 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:00 pm and 4:06 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 026-001 of the White House Tapes.
On June 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:55 pm and 3:24 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 026-045 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon called James T. Lynn to offer encouragement regarding Lynn’s pending cabinet confirmation and to explain the scheduling delay for upcoming cabinet meetings. The two discussed the progress of the confirmation process in the Senate, specifically addressing political hurdles raised by Senator Harrison A. Williams, Jr. They also briefly commended outgoing Secretary George W. Romney for his recent public stance on housing, acknowledging the behind-the-scenes role played by Paul O'Neill at the Office of Management and Budget in shaping that position.
President Nixon held a ceremonial gathering in the Cabinet Room with key staff from the Office of Management and Budget and the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare to sign the 1974 Budget Message. The meeting served primarily as an opportunity for the President to acknowledge the career civil servants in attendance, noting their years of service and the vital role they played in federal operations. Nixon shared lighthearted personal anecdotes about his own early work experience while distributing souvenir pens to those involved in the budget's development.
On May 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 10:49 am and 11:50 am. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 165-011 of the White House Tapes.
On May 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 11:56 am and 11:58 am. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 165-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Alexander Haig met to discuss strategies for stabilizing the administration amidst the ongoing Watergate crisis and internal personnel challenges. They reviewed the results of Nixon's recent meeting with Congressional leaders and debated necessary shifts in White House staff organization, particularly concerning the influence of Roy Ash and the role of the Office of Management and Budget. A significant focus of the discussion was managing the departure of Secretary of State William P. Rogers and neutralizing the perceived lack of public confidence, with Nixon emphasizing a plan to increase his own public profile through frequent travel to engage directly with labor, farm, and industry stakeholders.