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On January 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:15 pm and 3:19 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 035-137 of the White House Tapes.
On January 11, 1973, 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 3:15 pm and 3:19 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 401-027 of the White House Tapes.
On January 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler talked on the telephone from 3:19 pm to 3:20 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 035-138 of the White House Tapes.
On January 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 3:19 pm to 3:20 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 401-029 of the White House Tapes.
On January 11, 1973, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and President Richard M. Nixon talked on the telephone from 3:55 pm to 3:56 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 035-139 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed Col. Richard T. Kennedy to relay specific directives to Henry Kissinger regarding the pending Vietnam settlement agreement. Nixon mandated that any public announcement regarding the deal must be issued by Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler rather than Kissinger. Furthermore, he established a contingency plan where Alexander Haig would remain in Saigon to manage South Vietnamese President Thieu’s resistance, with instructions to delay any announcement if Thieu refused to agree to the terms.
President Nixon coordinates with aide Stephen B. Bull to schedule a photo opportunity with Press Secretary Ron Ziegler regarding the drafting of his 1973 Inaugural address. The President stipulates that the session must occur at the Executive Office Building at 1:15 pm to avoid disrupting his afternoon agenda. This brief logistical exchange ensures the President maintains necessary focus time for his writing while accommodating media requirements.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler met briefly to coordinate the President's upcoming schedule. The discussion focused on logistical arrangements, specifically centering on a planned photograph session. The meeting concluded quickly with no major policy decisions recorded.
On January 19, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:18 pm and 3:07 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 397-022 of the White House Tapes.
On January 19, 1973, 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 036-007 of the White House Tapes.
On January 19, 1973, 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 398-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, to verify the text of his upcoming 1973 inaugural speech after noticing a potentially missing sentence regarding treaty commitments. The President expressed concern that the line, "We shall defend our interests," had been inadvertently or deliberately omitted from his current draft. To resolve the discrepancy, Nixon directed Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler to provide Woods with the official press copy for confirmation.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discuss Robert H. Finch’s decision to travel to the Virgin Islands during the 1973 inauguration events. While Herbert G. Klein confirmed that Finch had prior business and personal commitments, the President and Haldeman expressed concern that missing the official inaugural festivities would be perceived negatively. Ultimately, the President directed that any public inquiries regarding Finch's absence should be handled by Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler.
On January 22, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 4:06 pm and 4:13 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 036-043 of the White House Tapes.
On January 22, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 4:14 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 036-045 of the White House Tapes.
On January 22, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:26 pm and 7:29 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 036-057 of the White House Tapes.
On January 23, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:40 pm and 1:43 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 036-082 of the White House Tapes.
On January 23, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:30 pm and 4:09 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 036-085 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his secretary, Rose Mary Woods, briefly discussed arrangements following the President's speech on the Vietnam settlement. The conversation touched upon information for the chief White House operator and the broadcast of the speech, with Ronald Ziegler also mentioned. No major decisions or action items are apparent from this short exchange.
On January 23, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 6:36 pm and 6:38 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 036-088 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler coordinate logistics for an upcoming meeting with columnist Willard Edwards and his wife. The President expresses his desire to see Edwards before an evening reception and arranges for the couple to be transported via White House car. The discussion focuses on ensuring Edwards receives appropriate attention, including scheduling adjustments for cabinet members to facilitate the interaction.
On January 30, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:06 pm and 1:18 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 036-115 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon speaks with Patrick J. Buchanan to coordinate the preparation of briefing materials for Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler. The President emphasizes his desire to incorporate Henry Kissinger's specific perspectives into responses for upcoming inquiries. Buchanan confirms that the necessary information is being gathered and arranges to consult with Kissinger that evening.
On January 30, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull talked on the telephone from 9:42 pm to 9:43 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 036-137 of the White House Tapes.
On January 31, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 10:00 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 043-001 of the White House Tapes.
On January 31, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:56 am and 12:34 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 043-007 of the White House Tapes.
On January 31, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 6:07 pm and 6:51 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 043-014 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 9:10 am and 9:55 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 840-002 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 Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:09 pm and 12:12 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 840-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate the scheduling of upcoming meetings and establish strict protocols for Oval Office usage. Nixon mandated that specific group meetings be held in the Oval Office while simultaneously emphasizing that he did not want any photographs taken during these sessions. Additionally, the President inquired about the availability of Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler to assist with these logistical arrangements.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House from 11:16 am to 11:17 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 850-006 of the White House Tapes.
On February 13, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:54 am and 9:00 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 854-007 of the White House Tapes.
On February 13, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:46 pm and 12:55 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 854-029 of the White House Tapes.
On February 13, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:46 pm and 12:55 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 854-030 of the White House Tapes.
On February 13, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:41 pm and 1:49 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 043-067 of the White House Tapes.
On February 13, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:41 pm and 1:42 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 854-036 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to coordinate administrative and logistical arrangements regarding upcoming photography sessions and staff schedules. The discussion focused on ensuring specific staff members were included in photographs and managing travel logistics for General Brent Scowcroft’s visit to the Pentagon. Additionally, they briefly touched upon the scheduling of Ronald L. Ziegler and other personnel matters.
On February 20, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:01 pm and 3:12 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 043-115 of the White House Tapes.
On February 21, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:23 am and 9:27 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 859-005 of the White House Tapes.
On February 21, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:55 am and 9:58 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 859-010 of the White House Tapes.
On February 21, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:17 am and 11:16 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 043-146 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 10:17 am and 10:19 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 859-017 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.
On February 21, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator 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 859-024 of the White House Tapes.
On February 21, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 3:15 pm and 3:23 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 860-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Henry Kissinger and Ronald Ziegler to manage the fallout from the Vietnam cease-fire agreement, focusing specifically on North Vietnam's delays in releasing prisoners of war (POWs) and potential violations of the treaty. The participants discussed strategies for public communications, including the timing of press conferences and statements regarding the administration's firm stance on North Vietnamese compliance. Additionally, they reviewed press relations, expressed frustration with negative media coverage, and touched upon ongoing concerns related to the Watergate investigation and the legal maneuvering of the Committee to Re-elect the President.
On February 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 9:34 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 043-204 of the White House Tapes.
On February 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:32 pm and 12:35 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 043-208 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler reviewed Ziegler’s recent press briefing concerning the Vietnam ceasefire and the release of American Prisoners of War (POWs). They discussed the importance of emphasizing North Vietnamese violations of the Paris Agreement to counter media narratives that disproportionately blamed South Vietnam. Nixon and Ziegler decided to maintain scheduling flexibility for a potential future presidential press conference, potentially aligning it with the upcoming visit of Israeli Prime Minister Golda Meir.
On February 28, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:02 am and 12:30 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler in the Oval Office to discuss Henry Kissinger's activities. Ziegler briefed the President on Kissinger's meeting with Yitzhak Rabin and Kissinger's contacts with the press. The conversation touched upon how to manage press relations and potentially influence public perception.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met briefly to review and finalize adjustments to the President's upcoming schedule. The discussion focused on coordinating meetings with Ronald L. Ziegler and Congressman Paul Findley, as well as managing administrative updates regarding sub-Cabinet officials and diplomatic credentials. The participants prioritized organizing these time-sensitive arrangements to ensure the day's agenda concluded by five o'clock.
On March 1, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 4:47 pm and 4:48 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-023 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 March 1, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at 10:57 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 866-013 of the White House Tapes.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:05 am and 11:59 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-002 of the White House Tapes.
On March 2, 1973, Henry A. Kissinger and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:14 pm and 5:31 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-033 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger spoke to discuss the hostage crisis in Sudan involving the Black September organization and the status of American and Belgian diplomats. Nixon sought clarification on conflicting reports regarding the casualties provided by Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler. Kissinger agreed to verify the details of the incident and report back to the President immediately, while the two also briefly addressed Secretary of State William P. Rogers's travel schedule.
On March 3, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:19 am and 9:49 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 868-006 of the White House Tapes.
On March 3, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at 3:27 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 868-019 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to coordinate the scheduling of upcoming executive appointments and official functions. The discussion primarily focused on arranging a meeting with Sudanese ministers, including the timing and the delivery of condolences, as well as a separate meeting with Secretary of Agriculture Earl L. Butz. Additionally, the participants addressed protocol concerns regarding Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler’s attendance at a luncheon where Representative Paul N. 'Pete' McCloskey, Jr. would be present.
On March 9, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:56 pm and 1:04 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 874-014 of the White House Tapes.
On March 9, 1973, Henry A. Kissinger and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:35 pm and 2:46 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-072 of the White House Tapes.
On March 13, 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 1:42 pm and 1:49 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 410-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and John Dean discussed preparations for a press briefing by Ronald Ziegler and Dean's potential appearance before the Senate Judiciary Committee regarding the Watergate investigation. They debated the White House strategy for responding to Senate inquiries, particularly concerning a possible subpoena for Dean and the implications for future testimony. Nixon advised Dean to consult with Ziegler and others, emphasizing the need to maintain flexibility in their response while avoiding direct involvement of Haldeman and Ehrlichman.
President Nixon met with John Dean, Ronald Ziegler, Richard Moore, and Stephen Bull to strategize responses to ongoing Watergate investigations and Senate inquiries. Key discussions focused on managing public statements, the administration's use of executive privilege, and the potential testimony of key figures like Haldeman, Ehrlichman, and Colson. They debated how to handle press inquiries and congressional subpoenas, aiming to control the narrative and minimize damage to the administration, particularly concerning the testimony of L. Patrick Gray.
President Nixon called John Dean to inquire about the status of Ronald Ziegler's press briefing. Nixon suggested that Dean and Richard Moore meet with him after the briefing concluded to discuss another unspecified matter. Dean confirmed he was not planning to go to lunch and would check with Moore.
On March 14, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:30 pm and 4:09 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-104 of the White House Tapes.
On March 14, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler talked on the telephone from 4:09 pm to 4:10 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-105 of the White House Tapes.
On March 14, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 4:09 pm to 4:10 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 419-032 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Ron Ziegler, John Dean, and Henry Kissinger to discuss the ongoing Watergate investigation and the administration's public relations strategy. Key topics included how to respond to press inquiries about executive privilege, the Segretti case, and the administration's cooperation with investigators. Nixon and Ziegler strategized on managing press conferences and limiting the disclosure of FBI raw files to avoid further complications.
President Nixon, John Dean, and Ron Ziegler discussed the administration's policy on providing FBI raw files to congressional committees. Nixon expressed frustration with agency responsiveness and emphasized the need to "shake them up." Dean clarified that while formal submissions of raw files were unprecedented, informal access had been granted in past cases, such as the Valachi and Harry Dexter White cases, without leaks. The discussion centered on whether congressional committees should be allowed to formally receive and record such sensitive information.
On March 15, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 9:20 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-115 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler met to finalize preparations for an upcoming presidential press conference. They discussed the logistics of the event, including the opening format and the specific briefing materials to be provided to the press. A key focus of the discussion was the planned announcement regarding the appointment of Dr. David K. Bruce to lead the U.S. liaison office in the People's Republic of China.
On March 15, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:19 am and 11:22 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 880-002 of the White House Tapes.
On March 15, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:02 pm and 1:04 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 880-010 of the White House Tapes.
On March 15, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 2:53 pm and 2:55 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 880-012 of the White House Tapes.
On March 16, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:06 pm and 5:10 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 881-011 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 12:35 pm and 1:28 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-153 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler held a brief, fragmented discussion regarding legal developments and pending charges involving individuals connected to the ongoing Watergate investigations. The participants specifically referenced the involvement of White House Counsel John Dean and a judge’s unfavorable prior rulings in the Adams and Jordan cases. The exchange reflects the administration's concern over unfolding legal complications and the associated public relations challenges.
On March 21, 1973, 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 037-191 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, regarding administrative arrangements for an upcoming dinner honoring returning prisoners of war (POWs). The President informed her that Press Secretary Ron Ziegler would contact First Lady Pat Nixon to coordinate the event's public relations strategy, specifically regarding the timing of announcements for the dinner and the entertainment. To maintain exclusivity and control the guest list, the President decided to delay the public announcement of celebrity participants like Bob Hope.
On March 22, 1973, John W. Dean, III and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:26 pm and 3:28 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 044-011 of the White House Tapes.
On March 22, 1973, John W. Dean, III and Ronald L. Ziegler talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:26 pm and 3:28 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 044-012 of the White House Tapes.
On March 27, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:20 pm and 5:22 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 044-031 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met to coordinate media strategy and public messaging regarding ongoing military operations in Cambodia and South Vietnam. They discussed managing the press, specifically focusing on how Press Secretary Ron Ziegler should handle challenging inquiries during briefings to maintain a firm, offensive posture. Despite internal concerns over mounting political pressure, both men agreed on the necessity of staying disciplined and unified in their public defense of administration policy.
On March 28, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:01 am and 9:44 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 044-038 of the White House Tapes.
On March 28, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:09 am and 12:28 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 044-042 of the White House Tapes.
H. R. Haldeman and the White House operator facilitate a meeting between the President and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler to coordinate a formal administration response to the Watergate scandal. The participants decide to channel the White House’s defense through the judicial and grand jury system rather than via press briefings. Ziegler is summoned to the Executive Office Building to receive instructions on releasing this official statement.
On March 29, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 10:25 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 044-093 of the White House Tapes.
On April 10, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:05 am and 11:10 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 892-008 of the White House Tapes.
On April 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 2:59 pm and 3:05 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 893-018 of the White House Tapes.
On April 15, 1973, White House operator and President Richard M. Nixon talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:45 am and 1:01 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 038-038 of the White House Tapes.
On April 16, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and White House operator talked on the telephone at 3:25 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 038-066 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler coordinate the administration's public messaging regarding the ongoing Watergate investigation. They discuss how to address press inquiries concerning John Dean's role and the validity of Nixon's previous August 29th statement about White House staff involvement. Nixon instructs Ziegler to emphasize that the President is managing the matter directly with Assistant Attorney General Henry Petersen and to avoid further commentary that could interfere with the judicial process.
On April 17, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:03 pm and 6:17 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 038-089 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler discussed the strategy and messaging used during Ziegler's recent press briefing regarding the ongoing Watergate investigation. Ziegler confirmed he had contacted John Dean to outline the administration's new position and briefed the press on the President’s recent intensive investigation. They reviewed how Ziegler deflected difficult questions about the timing of the President’s inquiry and his previous, now-contradicted statements defending Dean. Nixon expressed satisfaction with Ziegler's refusal to disclose private discussions with individuals like John Mitchell or specific details of the White House staff investigation.
President Nixon, H.R. Haldeman, and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler met to discuss public relations strategy regarding the ongoing Watergate scandal, specifically addressing John Dean's recent communications. They debated whether the President should meet with Dean and finalized a plan for how Ziegler should respond to press inquiries about his own prior knowledge of the matter. Ultimately, they decided that Ziegler would adopt a firm stance, refusing to answer detailed questions in order to protect the rights of potential defendants and maintain a neutral posture.