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Source: News Summaries - August 1974 [5 of 6], box 72, White House Special Files: Staff Member and Office Files: President's Office Files: Unmarked News Summaries

NEWS SUMMARY

Aug. 7, 1974
(Tues nets, wires, papers)

The major stories:
-- RN told Cabinet he plans to stick it out, led NBC and that he's absolutely not considering resignation. Mudd said RN was "still stonewalling it." But, Chancellor continued, political pressures on Hill grew to "menacing proportions," especially w/in GOP w/1 of RN's strongest and most loyal supporters (Rhodes) calling for impchmnt .... "The GOP gave up Tues. on RN," led CBS noting GOP House ldr. Rhodes reversal, all 10 Judiciary GOP defenders now "abandoning" RN, and most GOP senators favoring resignation. ..."RN appears virtually powerless to control events on Hill," led ABC on the rapidly moving events.

-- Situation in Senate described by NBC as "desperate," "very weak," "critical" w/Goldwater reportedly saying you can only be lied to so often and it's time to take stand that "we want out." W/in day or 2, Tower on all nets indicated Sen. GOPs to seek meeting w/RN to tell him gravity of situation. ...Aiken also on all shows saying there'd be big sigh of relief on Hill if RN resigned. ...Theory that RN could make it w/hard-core in Senate "collapsed in shambles," said ABC. ...Rather said RN' s Senate friends feel a gentlemen's agreement can be reached w/VP and Hill not to pursue RN legally if he'll resign soon. The longer he waits, the more difficult that'll become and if he's convicted, Rather emphasized, he'd lose pension and other benefits. Griffin's suggestion of immunity bill noted by CBS and O'Neill's sympathy for such a move noted by ABC. But Rhodes on ABC film was very staunch in opposition, tho perhaps as pressure tactic for resignation, said ABC. ...All nets noted RN considered resignation Sun, but has now ruled it out, altho ABC/CBS both said Jerry Warren didn't categorically say it wouldn't happen ... . Let RN go if he will and give him his pension, etc, said Reasoner in commentary calling for "amnesty" for the Pres.

-- Film from Cabinet meeting on all shows w/ABC saying RN seemed relaxed w/no signs of strain and CBS saying he seemed in good spirits w/all signs the meeting was normal tho it'd been "hastily convened."...Simon and Brennan on all shows emphasizing RN determination to see this thru the const'l process and his emphasis on other problems. ...Also on all nets was RAK saying bipartisan foreign policy will continue. ...NBC reviewed VP's 1st day of carrying out his new policy of not defending RN . Clips of VP "no commenting" several related queries. RN's Mond. disclosure seen to give VP the occasion he was seeking to retreat to neutral position. Note of his staff's desire for him to prepare for moving into WH and that Richardson's seen as leading candidate for vice-president in a Ford Admin.

-- House GOP leaders want impchrnnt over asap and Dems agreed to shorten debate beginning 8/19 to 1 wk, said NBC. Albert on all nets said it'd take til then to get ready and, as this is one of most impt things House has ever done, it's not going to be a summary operation. ...Also on all nets w/ABC-NBC
noting Art. I would now pass Judiciary 38-0: Clips of Rhodes, Sandman, Latta, Dennis, Lott or Maraziti. Curtis covered only by NBC in defense of RN. ...Favorable district reaction to Wiggins covered on ABC/CBS film and possible help for Mayne from his switch also on CBS film.

-- T'scripts given further study by Stern on NBC and Graham on CBS w/latter particularly negative as he used clips of past RN denials to contrast with 6/23 disclosures. Stern raised question of whether RN might have been aware of break-in of Ellsberg's psychiatrist and the forged cables before he has admitted he knew. RN knew a lot more 6/23 than we knew he knew, said Stern. Almost as damaging as the apparent obstruction of justice (a felony), said Graham, is the pattern of lies and distortion by RN and his men. ...JSC's reported threat to resign if t'scripts weren't released noted by NBC/CBS.

-- Dow-Jones moved almost in syncopation w/developments re: RN, said CBS w/.film noting 26 pt. jump in 1st hour came as imminent resignation was anticipated, but when Cabinet said he'd not resign, gain was cut in half. ...Potential of quick resolution also noted by ABC re: 13 point gain to 774 on 16M vrn. Possible resolution of RN crisis had "healthy effect" on Wall St., said NBC.

-- RAK got "vote of confidence" from Foreign Relations re: taps, noted ABC. ...He was "cleared" of charge he initiated them, said NBC. ...The controversy's "seemingly resolved," said CBS w/only film on the "expected reaffirmation of support." HAK's "gratification" and plans to continue noted by NBC/CBS.

-- Only non-WG film report on all nets was from LA where 2 were killed, 35 injured, some critically, in bomb blast at LA's Pan Am terminal. No indications who did it or why yet. ...NBC closed w/film on the thousands of people filling up Fed Reserve Banks to purchase the 9% notes -- highest interest paid by govt since Civil War. Ire of S&L stressed. Reporter concluded by noting people still have faith in the govt - as long as the price is right.

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FOREIGN AFFAIRS
     House critics of DOD spending, gaining their 1st victories in 2 years, passed by 233-157 a surprise $300M cut in proposed military aid for SVN and killed funding for a new nerve gas. In yet another victory the bloc cut from DOD a $5M secret contingency fund used by Schlesinger. But DOD supporters defeated move to junk ABM by 219-182. ...VN aid cut to $700M. Admin initially asked $1.45B but said it could live w/$1M agreed to in authorization bill.
     New rocket attacks on Danang and Due Due, noted ABC.
     A last minute effort to cut add'l $2.5B from $83B bill was defeated 216-178.
    "Concern's mounting in USN circles over testing and possible deployment of a new Soviet sub-launched missile (SS-N-13) which could pose major threat to US carriers and might also complicate arms-control negotiations," reports Monitor's Burt from London.
     USSR called on US to abide by commitment to work w/Moscow to settle internat'l conflicts and suggested it's miffed at being ignored re: Cyprus.
     Turk troops swarmed down from Kyrenian mts. and sent Greeks into retreat in heaviest fighting since C-F. ...Turks charged Greek Cypriots were holding Turk Cypriots hostage under "inhuman conditions." ...Greeks charged C-F violations, but both will show in Geneva Thurs. ABC/CBS briefly noted.
     A leading Greek paper began series of 4 edits entitled "How US Cheated Greece," providing latest example of growing anti-US mood, says AP.
     Jordan PM said next step to peace should be disengagement between Jordan and Israel and he's "very optimistic."...UPI says despite possible loss of RN, HAK continues to pursue energetic policy which, at present, is aimed at promoting peace in ME.
     Saudi pressured major US cos. into conducting political campaign to change US policy on Israel well before last year's ME war, Church claims. ... Treasury says it hasn't reached agreement w/any ME country for sale of special US securities. ...Saudi's Yamani said "We're convinced oil prices rose more strongly than they should have. We favor reduction to head off worldwide recession."
     US will probably act on own to ban foreign fish fleets from 200 mile zone off coasts before UN Law of Sea conf. drafts a pact, said Muskie, adding "there are disturbing possibilities that conf may not produce treaty at all... (And) there's tendency to feel US is so strong economically that it's beyond capacity to suffer economic injury."

ECONOMY
     Burns said he'd like to see more vigorous activity from WH re: economy. He urged stiffer antitrust enforcement, public jobs program to ease high unemployment and a more powerful inflation-monitoring agency. Burns confirmed Proxmire's allegations that the fed. chrm. hasn't met w/RN personally this year. ...Burns noted "We can't realistically expect lasting decline in interest til inflation is brought under control." He said there's chance tough actions could lead to "recessionary tendencies" but continued inflation at present rates "would threaten foundations of society." He also said Fed was prepared to aid any solvent bank which experiences liquidity problem. "We're not going to have collapse of US banks."
     Meany said US is "in recession now and approaching a disastrous depression, and one of contributing causes is lack of confidence in RN."
     A local pres. representing 4,000 overseas operators and craftsmen charged CWA Pres. Watts w/"sellout". Another local official said Bell Tel. package was "totally unacceptable" unless shortcomings were made up in local agreement.
     Paced by GM, Detroit posted modest 1/2% new car sales jump in late July -- 1st gain since Dec.
     UPI says Cabinet statements that RN wouldn't resign took some of steam out of mkt advance. But indications that Hill GOP ldrs had reached agreement RN should resign apparently encouraged investors that US political future would be decided shortly....One top broker said "Mkt's telling us what'd happen if RN should resign." He predicted rally ranging from 50-100 in event RN voluntarily left....An analyst on CBS said early resolution would lift burden from Wall St. and would let Hill get back to other business, perhaps even dealing w/inflation. CBS noted D-J has dropped 300 pts. in past 19 months and investors would be happy to see a new face in WH.

OTHER DOMESTIC AFFAIRS
     House voted to limit number of top paid WH staffers to 8, starting in '77, and to require accounting of funds such as RN used to hire the "plumbers." The $1M fund was cut to $500,000. ABC noted.
     CPA backers postponed showdown Senate vote til 8/20. That'll be 3rd and final attempt to cut off filibuster.
     "Gentle" rain, 1st in 33 days touched drought-suffering MW offering hope some crops may be salvaged. NBC said it doesn't appear likely to help much but CBS noted there was 3-4" in some places....NBC noted predictions of sharp drop in corn harvest and higher food prices.
     Persons of Spanish origin in US have been losing ground since '69 to rest of population in terms of income purchasing power.
     Final toll in collapsed Miami Hq of Fed. Drug Enforcement Admin: 7 dead and 15 injured. NBC noted.
     Philly man who'd never been in a balloon before and was hoping to make 1st successful transatlantic balloon crossing crashed off NJ shortly after launch and was killed. ABC/NBC noted.

TUES. HEADS
     "Oust-RN Clamor Rises; Won't Quit, Pres Says" is 2-tier Star banner....Also 2-tier banner in early edition: "RN Resignation Sought By His Strongest Defenders."
     "RN Admits Tape Error" banners Trib w /subhead: "New Material 'Hurts My Case,' He Concedes."
     "RN Admits Coverup, Expects Trial" banners LAT w/subhead: "Wiggins, Griffin Call for Resignation; VP to Stay Silent."
     "RN Admits to June '72 Coverup Bid; Wiggins, Mayne, Dennis Urge Ouster" is 2-tiered Sun banner w/subhead: "FBI Told to Limit Probe'' and inside continuation: ''Knowing It'd Help Him Politically."
     "RN Confesses W/Holding Key Evidence; Support Crumbles" is 2-tier Inquirer banner w/subhead: "Tapes Disclose Plot to Use CIA, FBI in Coverup."
     "RN Admits 'Omissions'/ Hid Meeting on Gate Break-In/Not Enough to Impch, He Insists" dominates p. 1 of NY News along w/Griffin photo/call for resignation. "Biggest Sting Yet for RN: GOP Whip Says Quit Now" is inside head.
     "RN's Admissions of Role in Cover-Up Shake His Supporters" is WSJ lead w/subheads: "Pres. Admits He Tried to Curb FBI Probe; Staunch Backers Defect/Finding the 'Smoking Gun'?"..."Tapes Show RN Knew of Coverup in June '72 And Approved at Least Part of it From Beginning" tops inside WSJ story.
     "RN Admits Halting Investigation of WG 6 Days After Break-In; Expects Impchmnt; Support Ebbs" is 3-tier NYT banner w/ subheads: "Pres. Still Hopeful Senate Will Vote for Acquittal/ Senators Gloomy/GOP Leaders See Defense Weakened in Case of Trial."
     "Pres. Admits W/Holding Data; Tapes Show He Approved Cover-Up" is 2-tiered Post banner on page totally devoted to disclosure w/subheads: "The Plan: Use CIA to Block Probe" and "RN: Impchmnt Not Justified."

RN/CABINET
     AP leads: "Facing gravest crisis of his Presid'cy, RN bluntly told his cabinet he'll not voluntarily leave
Nation's highest office."
     It was apparent by Tues am that RN's problems were much deeper, said ABC and "urgent" Cabinet meeting was called. ... VP had to cancel a speech to be there, said CBS. ... Warren discounted rumors it was "emergency meeting" saying it'd been set up late Mon, but Simon didn't receive notice of meeting til Tues am. ... Session came amidst rumors RN was preparing to resign, said CBS.
     As was clear in net clips, UPI said RN chatted easily w/aides. ... AP says that to some, RN appeared tired and drawn, tho he smiled while engaging HAK and Schlesinger in animated conversation. ... ABC noted Tkach says RN's taking things very well.
     "Rare" Cabinet meeting, noted NBC. ...1st since 7/11, noted ABC. ... Brokaw noted RN didn't receive standing ovation oft-accorded him in past by Cabinet.
     Press "swarmed" around Cabinet after meeting, said CBS, and learned RN intends to stay on and wants them to do same. ... Simon on NBC said "RN sincerely believes he hasn't committed impchbl offense."... On CBS, he said RN expressed "firm resolve not to have tragedy of WG obscure" accomplishments of Admin or to have it interfere w/resolve to deal w/future problems. RN believes "Constn. is overriding factor" in his determination to stay in office, said the Secy on ABC. And on ABC/NBC, he said "We have laws in this land and RN's sworn to uphold them" as Constn. provides.
     NBC noted no Cabinet member recommended RN resign . Simon said while RN didn't ask for support from cabinet "of course he got it."
     Brennan said: "Everybody's staying -- we've got a lot of work to do...everyone's determined to do his job." The Secy's emphasis on dealing w/US problems on NBC/CBS clips while on ABC/CBS, he foresaw RN going to trial and evaluating situation at that point.
     Butz "absolutely" supports RN. ... CBS said 1 Cabinet member was overheard saying the "jig's up" and others in the official family feel it's no longer a matter of "if," but when RN resigns.
     ABC noted WR aide said reaction of Hill is "bad", but "about what was expected." That came before Rhodes and other worse news, said ABC. ... Outwardly, RN and associates were acting as if they could function normally in face of unprecedented bipartisan efforts to nudge RN back into private life, says AP. Privately, aides said situation was fluid and almost anything could happen. ... Some inside WR reported by Shogan/Steiger of LAT to "feel tremendously let down and disappt'd. There's a feeling of bitterness. They feel they were lied to," a top WR aide acknowledged. Another said: "The case is in now. I can't defend this."
     One WH aide said to LAT: "What can RN do? There's no one on Hill who'll stand up and help defend him now."... Star notes WR staff mood Tues. was described as more optimistic than Mon. when terms such as "disastrous" and "shocking" were used.
     AP leads: "RN met privately w/Rabbi Korff who assured the embattled Pres. of his cont'd support."...Brokaw noted RN didn't talk w/influential GOPs like Rhodes or Goldwater, but spent 35 mins w/Korff. ... Korff "made clear he wasn't going to change his views," said WH. ... Korff said, "RN will go down in history as greatest President of the century."
     Asked about the taped comments re: Jews and the arts, Korff said: "My reaction is absolutely zero. It's a manner of speech." He said RN had made great efforts to aid in plight of Soviet Jews. "Thruout all his career, the deed gives the lie to the spoken word of prejudice. You talk of sin, but you do not commit sin."...B'nai B'rith Pres. Blumberg said "RN's unfortunate remarks, read in cold print of t'script, are a sorry example of crude stereotyping. But weighed against his actual relations w/Jews and Jewish community...I find no evidence to charge RN w/being anti-semitic. ... This shouldn't be inflated out of proportion."
     UPI's Thomas leads "RN tossed dice in gamble of his lifetime, and most of betting in DC is that it'll take a miracle to pull him thru latest and most devastating crisis." He's counting on sympathy and forgiveness of US and his achievements abroad to help him ride out the storm, tho it may be too late. His family, friends and sr. aides depict RN as man who will go down w/all flags flying -- that he'll not resign. RN still apparently clings to hope he can pick up pieces and remain to fulfill his mandate. But his resources are running out, his staff dwindling, and those who remain have lost spirit and drive to fight tho they're still loyal. WH is pervaded w/gloom as top aides go thru motions, but it's uncertain from day to day. RNs family's no longer speaking out, fearing tapes have sealed his doom and Thomas concludes: "WG could've been candidly dealt w/at time of break-in, most believe, and RN would still have won big in '72, tho perhaps not w/landslide...and therein lies the irony."
     UPI w/lengthy feature by Sam Fogg who's followed RN since '46: "When RN wrote '6 Crises,' he couldn't have foreseen his greatest crisis lay ahead , a scandal of historic proportions that dragged him from pinnacle of power and personal popularity and finally destroyed him politically. Stretching over 3
decades, RN's career was an amazing pattern of crests and troughs, of triumphs and defeats. WG was his Nadir -- the most precipitous fall from favor of any modern US pol. From this fall there was no hope of the comeback RN had made his trademark in public life. ... It seems cruel irony that the clumsy WG break-in should come at a time when RN's prospects for re-election were already so bright, promising 4 more years to achieve world peace and seek the 'new American revolution' at home. But many pols blame RN himself. They feel he could've deflected the entire scandal at outset merely by declaring he'd get to the bottom of the break-in and deal summarily w/anyone in his Admin who might be involved."
     After lengthy account of RN's career and the WG story, Fogg closes his account, similar to Cormier's near-obituary run in Tues. Summary, as follows: "The alternatives seemed clear: resign or be ousted . And so, just when RN should've been basking in the glory of his greatest triumphs, he was fighting for his political life. WG -- his 7th crisis -- was his undoing."

VP
     For a change, VP wasn't on the road, said NBC. And at Cabinet meeting, RN told him "he fully understands and agreed with" VPs decision not to talk any more re: impchmnt. NBC noted VP may cancel his West Coast trip starting Thurs. due to "unsettled" situation in DC.
     Asked why he'd no longer say RN was innocent, VP said "no comment" on NBC. Asked whether he thinks that, "no comment." Has RN kept you informed? "No comment. See you later. Nice try, Ron", said the smiling VP. ... Nessen noted VP doesn't like to think of being Pres. and flinches when it's mentioned, according to a friend. But some staff want him to start thinking about it, lest he take over and left-over RN advisers keep running things. VP's getting daily CIA briefings and meeting w/sr. officials. ... On NBC Special, Nessen noted VP's postponed plans to move into the new home for VPs.
     "VP Hails US Push for M-E Truce" tops inside NY News page w/head below: "Food, Fuel Spur Cost Spiral: EMK"... "VP Condemns Amnesty for Evaders, Deserters" tops short Sun account. ... "Blanket Amnesty Wrong, VP Tells Disabled Vets" tops p.3 Inquirer story under photo.
     UPI notes VP solicited funds for GOP Senate candidates and promised donors in form letter their names and response to his "personal request" will be made known to him.

HAK
     HAK said on NBC that "when questions of peace and war are involved, no For. Govt should have any doubts about way in which our policy will be conducted." It'll be done "in natl interest and in interest of world peace," he said on ABC/CBS. ABC noted he denied his remarks had anything to do w/ possible transition of govt....NBC noted HAK would not answer whether he personally favors RN resignation.
     Fulbright said he'd not use phrase "clean bill of health" tho other Comm. members did, including Percy. ...HHH noted: "...there's nothing we could find that was appreciably diff. from what HAK told us in Sept." HHH hopes HAK would stay on even if RN resigns or is impchd. "He's needed...His role is good. He's tremendous natl asset."
     All nets noted, CBS w/clip, HAK's threat to resign unless cleared. Fulbright said what they learned wouldn't have affected confirmation vote. On film, he said there was confusion over who set up tap program and who carried it out. While HAK supplied names, he didn't initiate it, said JW.

LAWYERS/T'SCRIPTS
      UPI quotes WH legal staffer Malcolm Howard: "I'll be very candid -- I don't know how we can defend case on its merits."
     Speculation is Mon. disclosure was forced by JSC, said NBC, noting Sirica ordered him to listen to the tapes and when JSC heard 6/23, he gave RN "ultimatum" to release the data as he knew penalty of a lawyer w/holding info. He told an MC Fri. a "bombshell" was ahead. NBC noted "no comment" from JSC, as has been his practice, on what he's told RN....CBS said it too learned JSC threatened to resign unless data was released w/ statement saying lawyers had no knowledge of the earlier untruths. Graham concluded by noting RN in 6 Crises said Hiss, tho a lawyer, made fatal mistake of not telling his own lawyer of the full truth.
      Noting puzzlement as to why RN made the damaging admission, WSJ quotes an acid Conable: "Typical WH PR, to think they'll get a lot of credit for putting out something before someone else puts it out." WSJ's Zimmerman notes others attributed move to demand by JSG.
     RN's lawyers said another WH subpoenaed conversation wasn't available and apparently was never recorded. Conversation was midnite call of RN/Colson, 6/20/72. JSC believes "RN placed call from bedrm and it thus wasn't recorded." This is 3rd conversation WH has said wasn't taped....JSC also filed 8 more exec. priv. claims covering 5 hours of 13 tapes delivered last Friday. No nets noted any of this new tape info.
     AP leads: "Latest t'scripts depict RN as candidate concerned w/ minute details of re-electing campaign, not so much w/ affairs of state."
     UPI leads: "WR said RN has 'great affection' for Klein even tho t'script shows RN saying 'Klein just
doesn't have his head screwed on.'"..."Barbs Were Thrown at Klein, Longtime Adviser" tops LAT piece.
"Klein Blasted in Tapes" tops Star account.
     HRH said: "Even if I'd comment, I couldn't make it because I'm under court order not to."...And Pat
Gray said: "I'm not going to comment on anything. That's my final word. It was kind of you to call but
I'm going to hang up this phone."
     Stern of NBC saw RN's knowledge of "a-hole," "nuts" Liddy as signalling possible awareness of breakin in advance as FBI didn't even know about Liddy til following week and that came w/out WH help. And re: Hunt's being a "scab" who knows "a hell of a lot of things" and "hanky-panky," Stern asked "what other things?" Ellsberg break-in or forged cables? Further, said Stern, RN knew or learned about on 6/23 that there'd been another WG break-in as HRH told him of Barker's photos w/ DNC markings that had been developed in Miami. But there were no photos from June -- and ones HRH referred to were made in May.
      CBS w/ clips of RN's 8/15/73 speech denying cover-up knowledge til 3/21 w/ Graham saying Monday disclosures seem to "demolish" that basic defense made innumerable times. Also clip of RN saying Dean was handling probe when he'd actually been told on 6/23 that Dean was in on cover-up. Next came clip of RN on 11/27/73 denying he knew of JNM role in June when t'script shows otherwise. Finally, Graham noted t'scripts show HRH in "thick of things" contrary to his denials to Ervin Comm. (on film as was his 6/23/72 quote.)
     "Despite his regrets," says Greene of NY News, "RN came dangerously close, for him, to admitting Doar's primary contention -- that RN had a primary role in cover-up from beginning."...Lawrence of LAT
says this "latest admission continues pattern begun 15 months ago of disclosing damaging new evidence after it became apparent the evidence was going to come out anyway...At 1st, line was drawn well outside WH. Now RN's coming perilously close to conceding even the Pres, himself, isn't free of guilt...Review of WH pronouncements gives RN's efforts a distinctly pr cast a use of self-admission to soften the sting," says Lawrence.
     Reuters sees disclosure as probably "a crushing blow to RN's chances of escaping removal. Dice appeared loaded against him before the bombshell. Now it appears only a miracle or resignation can save him from being convicted and sent into political oblivion."

HOUSE REACTION/FOCUS ON JUDICIARY
     AP leads: "House GOPs who'd led RN's defense called for him to resign or face certain impcht, but embattled Chief Exec. vowed he'd fight to remain in office." ...Steady erosion in both houses from both parties, said NBC. ...Many previously anti-impch changed minds, said ABC, as pressure from both parties increased. ...No MCs could be found who don't foresee impchmnt, noted NBC, and few were around who'd stand w/ RN. ...House GOPs left RN in "droves," said CBS.
     All 10 GOPs on Judiciary who voted against all 3 articles said they'd vote for impcht if RN doesn't resign, noted all nets. They acted more in sorrow than anger, said NBC.
     Latta said "there isn't any question RN admitted allegation dealing w/ misuse of CIA and FBI. In order to impch, you had to have direct evidence and here the Pres. was furnishing direct evidence himself. Only remaining question is whether or not that standing in and of itself would be impchble." ...On CBS AM, he also said few votes for censure now and matter should now go to Senate. Re: JSC not knowing about 6/23 conversation, Latta noted he can't imagine what can be in person's mind when knowing that counsel was working w/out knowledge. Latta called JSC one of outstanding lawyers of country who'd been misled by client and he felt deeply sorry for him. Latta added RN's chances in Senate have been irrevocably damaged.
     On ABC, he said he had "most empty feeling ever, like I'd been run over by truck" when told the news Mon. ...Such an omission can't be defended, he said on CBS. ...If in RN's shoes, he'd resign, said Latta on NBC -- and US would be relieved.
     Sandman on ABC predicted "practically unanimous" vote to impch. On ABC/NBC, he said new t'scripts carried "hard proof" of criminality warranting impcht. There's no escape; it's clearly violation of law. It completes the last gap, said Sandman on CBS. Re: conviction, "I can't see how they could do otherwise," he said.
      Lott said "RN knew about cover-up and that's clear obstruction of justice." ...On CBS he said he felt let down, going out to do battle w/out the evidence. ...So many bombshells, he said on NBC; this is "point of no return." ...We were misled; false statements were made, he said on CBS.
     As noted by ABC/NBC, Hutchinson said "I feel I've been deceived."
     Moorhead "will vote for Art. one. It'd be best for US" for RN to resign "so we don't go thru this horrible
turmoil."
      Dennis on ABC/CBS said he knew this could happen, but didn't think it would. On CBS, he said it's not infrequent for clients to lie to their attys. But, he's not bowled over by the development, he added on ABC. ...I'm not readily or easily changed, he said on NBC, but am compelled; it's "very regrettable."
     Smith on ABC said RN won't last til '77 and he hopes he'll resign to spare US the agony of trial, etc.
     "Sad, not betrayed," said Maraziti of his feelings on ABC. But "no choice." ....On NBC, he said it's "sad and catastrophic for US" as it's going "to lose one of its greatest Presidents." ...NBC said 1 Judiciary member said RN lifted the burden from them -- they had no choice left.
     Wiggins switched "after RN pulled rug from under him," said CBS w/ look at reaction in Orange Co. Like ABC, report opened w/ clip of Wiggins emotional statement and emphasized conservative, longtime pro-RN nature of district where RN was born, grew up and later represented himself on Hill. It was agonizing decision, for Wiggins, said CBS, and many of his constituents seemed to share the reluctance and sorrow of his seemingly unavoidable move. Calls over 2-1 for Wiggins and samplings of street opinion by both ABC/CBS found support and understanding for Wiggins' switch w/a few exceptions. ...None were more eloquent in RN's defense, said ABC, thus his reversal was perhaps most dramatic of all. ...ABC noted Dem opponent said Wiggins should've acted long ago and acted on misplaced loyalty. ...CBS said Wiggins is strong favorite.
     Mayne's strength has been slipping in recent yrs (52% in '72 compared to RN's 62%) and Judiciary role didn't make things easier for him, said CBS. There was little disagreement w/ his change of heart tho several said he should've done it before. Close race is foreseen, but WG burden's been shifted off him now and local GOP chrm feels Mayne's been helped and his actions all along will be seen as taken in good conscience.

MORE HOUSE REACTION
     AP leads: "An accelerating call for impcht or resignation came from House GOPs reacting to RN's disclosure that he deliberately w/held evidence of cover-up."...AP says "it might be called 'the erosion of a Pres.'...that sums up sweeping defection of RN supporters."
     The most significant RN loss was Rhodes, said ABC. His move was no surprise in light of new evidence, but there was the impact of the House GOP ldr turning "thumbs down" on a GOP Pres. He sent message that he'd prefer RN go quietly, tho he'd not directly call for resignation saying he feels RN will step aside when he can't govern.
     Rhodes called tape "cataclysmic." When asked if RN could do anything to salvage situation, he said "I suppose there might be something, but right now I couldn't say. I'm at loss to know." He said "this is a sad day...I admire RN for things he's done for US and people of world..."
     Rhodes added to the chorus, said CBS w/ clip: No person , not even pres, is above law and "cover up of criminal activity and misuse of fed. agencies can neither be condoned nor tolerated." Rhodes to vote for Article I and possibly II as well. ...UPI says Rhodes' face reflected strain he's been under in reaching decision.
     John Anderson said there's "consensus" of top 5 House GOP ldrs. that RN should resign. Anderson later said "consensus" was inaccurate. He said group decided it couldn't advocate any strategy to fellow GOPs til RN's position became clear. ...On NBC, Anderson said RN recognized House situation and he ought to be able todo same re: Senate. But Anderson won't press resignation as RN shouldn't be allowed to claim he was hounded out.
     When RN statement was released, says Anderson, "pandemonium erupted on House floor like it must have been in pit of NYSE in '29. The shock waves were almost beyond belief. The results utterly cataclysmic. 'Don't talk about erosion of RN support, talk about total evaporation, '" Anderson told one questioner. "The suddenness was like a Wagnerian climax." (LAT)
     "The death watch has begun," said Anderson. (Star)
     Shortly after RN's disclosure, UPI reports House GOP Camp. Chrm. Michel kicked bannister in Capitol and said "I'd like to give the people the idea they have support reflected here, but Geez, God darn it. ...It's like a blow to solar plexus. I'm going to give RN every break in the book, but for heaven's sakes..." The anguish was obvious on his face but he finds it hard to remain w/RN, says UPI of the Peoria MC.
     A typical reaction among GOPs seen from King of NY: "Thing that bothers me most is he deceived his fellow man. That's what hurts...."
     Conable said "I don't believe in leaders who mislead..." Froehlich said "this is the end..." Broyhill said "He's gone." ...Ruppe said the disclosures "mark end of RN presid'cy."...Rousselot predicted RN would quit soon.
     Heckler said t'scripts are "shocking beyond belief" and she'd vote impcht if RN stays.
     Passman noted "I've got to judge RN over-all, by what he's accomplished. ...To err is human to forgive is divine." Lamar Baker (R-Tenn) formerly one of RN's leading conservative supporters, said situation "cries out" for resignation. "This is a hard, hard situation to find oneself in because RN's done so much good. To have it all collapse on a moral deficiency -- maybe no greater than those which exist every day in business world and among private individuals -- but he's at the top and more is expected....Public's so tired of irresponsibility in high places Gerry would have an extensive honeymoon."
     CBS noted plenty of GOPs will argue over Arts. II and III, but not on WG. Few RN friends were standing by Tues, but CBS quoted Indiana's Landgrebe: "I'm sticking by my Pres even if he and I have to be carried out and shot."
     Fountain (D-NC) said regardless of apparent strong evidence of guilt, he owes it to RN to study "whole body of evidence" before making decision. RN's admission "is extremely disturbing in extremely disturbing situation, placing RN in very precarious position."
     Wiggins said because of internat'l implications of resignation, US forces should be on alert during any transition and RN should leave DC.
     All 9 Mich GOP members say they'll vote to impch. Milliken predicted RN would be forced to resign. ...All of Md's GOPs and conservative Dem Byron have now called for resignation or they'll impch. Bauman said the evidence "demonstrates clearly RN willfully participated in and directed conspiracy to obstruct justice." ...Hogan now feels "vindicated." He thinks it "grossly unfair" of RN to leave Comm supporters "out on a limb, and then saw it off."
     Bell (R-Cal) said "I'll vote for at least 1 article. ...I'm not joining in call for resignation."
     Conyers said "RN in effect has admitted his guilt. He's now acting in confused way. His closest advisers want him to resign. There's no way for him to beat impcht.
     Sikes called for resignation, and is dropping plan to introduce censure.
     "When RN gets Hill reaction, he'll resign," Sisk (D-Cal) feels." Lord knows, how can he hang in there? He just admitted he took part in coverup." (LAT)
     Hamilton Fish Sr . said: "There still has been no impchble offense proven," but "politically, [Monday news] may seal RN case and maybe he should resign."

SENATE
      On NBC Special, Brokaw said he'd learned from two highly reliable sources (one from House and one from Senate) that there was talk of a meeting between RN and Goldwater possibly Tues. nite to tell RN time has come for him to resign. Brokaw noted WH said there'd been no such BG request, tho other WH staffers indicated they're in contact w/BG. Meeting may come tomorrow.
     UPI says Goldwater and Tower both came out for resignation at GOP Policy Committee. But a BG spokesman called report "absolutely false." But UPI's sources, including 2 who attended meeting, said both Tower and Goldwater "definitely joined their colleagues" in urging RN step down. ...NBC w/similar report, including BG office's denial.
     Scott said top GOP Senate leaders will meet again Wed and "discuss desirability and means of conveying to RN" views of GOP Sens. ...Tower said there'd be Wed. meeting of all GOP solons to consider way of informing RN that majority favor resignation.
     Dole on NBC Special wouldn't relate what exactly occurred at Senate GOP meeting, but there was "very little support" for RN. Dole said several times said he feels there's "something in the air...something bit about to happen," perhaps this week or next. Dole also said he told AH Tues that RN's position in Senate had "deteriorated greatly." Dole said RN must be considering resignation which Dole said would likely re-establish confidence in USG. Dole said day may be arriving when Sens pay a visit to RN but he also said RN may be reassessing his position without any advice. He noted RN in past had said he wouldn't do a lot of things and Dole suspects RN's now looking at resignation possibility bluntly and coldly. While he can't speak for Dems in the Senate -- where RN never had much support anyway -- RN's "lost a great deal of support on GOP side." He feels there are enough to convict now tho that could change after trial.
     Bob Byrd also feels RN'd be convicted if trial were now, said NBC, but he emphasized trial could produce another result.
     Many had bitter remarks at the GOP Policy session attended by 36 of 42, said ABC's Clark. ...On ABC, Tower said even tho resignation's favored, that doesn't imply anyone feels RN's guilty...Percy on ABC said larger consensus is needed for resignation or the const'l path should continue. ...ABC's Clark said most Sen. GOPs are talking of bluntly warning RN either leave voluntarily or he'll almost certainly be convicted.
     Scott said "situation in Senate is uncertain and there are hazards RN faces." Earlier on CBS, he declined comment, having missed meeting...Tower on all shows said majority of GOP Solons favored resignation. On NBC/CBS, he added: "Mood is one of great concern that RN doesn't comprehend hazard he faces." On CBS he said resignation is seen as in nat'l interest as it'd avoid wrenching trial, possible ldrshp gap and weakened Presidency. ...Tower on NBC said "there'll be a little cooling off period before any collective action" meaning 2-3 days. He has his own view of what RN should do but would make no public statement on it.
     "And now a wave of melancholy tranquility settles over Thebes, " said Tower. (NYT)
     One final indicator of the erosion, said CBS: Baker's "particularly disturbed" re: alleged use of CIA -- "stunning" and he realizes now RN "knew" of some things a long time ago.
     Dominick said "from party point of view, RN'd be better off; from his point of view he'd be better off..." if he resigned.
      Aiken on NBC "wouldn't say prospects were very good. "...Re: Nov, Aiken noted: "This could be very bad. On other hand, you don't find much enthusiasm for the other side when you go around the country."...No direct call for resignation by Aiken, CBS noted. He feels RN's in "very serious trouble," said NBC.
     Dole said "RN loses" w/latest disclosure. "Everything's downhill." (NYT)
     "Honesty's the best policy. Some learn it early, some learn it late," said Helms. (NYT)
     It wasn't easy to find RN defenders Tues, said NBC. There were many critics and some backers were out of sight. But Carl Curtis was on Today show to say if RN were inpchd on this evidence, it'd mean US was a "banana republic." In NBC clip, Curtis said we shouldn't "panic" over latest info. It should be weighed w/other evidence and viewed in proper perspective. Curtis found nothing that obstructed justice -- only a political mistake -- impcht is so serious the whole story must be looked at. ...On Today show, Curtis cited VN war and present as 1st time in 25 years w/no draft, POWs, and ME peace, Curtis said one must weigh evidence against a man who's carried "heaviest load of any man in US" and realize US and free world need this kind of statesmanship and ldrship."
     Most Senators hope it never reaches them, said CBS. Dems are acting w/discrete silence while GOPs voiced their agony. Odds in Senate aren't much better than House, said Mudd. ...Mackin on NBC Special said RN's Senate support has eroded so quickly since Mon, question is now whether he can survive and many say he cannot.
     Kiker, reviewing past demeanor of Dems, said one rule in politics when oppsoition is in big trouble is to smile, keep quiet, and let them marianate in their own juices. The Dems have done this and for a number of reasons: they were frightened of impchmnt, not sure what would come next; and they are the majority thus holding all the leadership positions and thus with no need to press the fight; they were fair and they kept quiet. It has worked so well, said Kiker, Dem leaders plan no change.
     Asked if RN should resign, HRH said "US is w/out govt. There's a desperate need for steady leadership...I hope RN sees need and makes decision accordingly."
     NBC Special on GOP Reaction from 11:30 pm Tues. was recorded and available for viewing by calling 4125. Also recorded were McCaffrey interview w/Hungate and Hogan and Agronsky interview of foreign journalists on WG impact abroad.

IMMUNITY?
     UPI leads: "As RN weighs his future, he faces grievous choices that spell out financial survival or ruin and possible future civil and criminal trials. ...The potential legal and economic problems are becoming a Frankenstein."
     CBS said RN option seems to be voluntarily resign or face high risk trial in Senate w/ possbile conviction leading to future prosecution and loss of pension, etc. which Rather cited.
     UPI leads: "Constn. leaves no doubt that if RN's convicted in Senate he'd also be subject to criminal prosecution in Fed courts if there's sufficient evidence." Spec. Pros. official noted "In the end it'll doubtless be determined by public sentiment."
     WH knocked down any immunity ideas, said NBC. But Rather said WH has tentatively explored possibility of quick passage or gentlemen's agreement re: immunity. ...Griffin said allegations against RN "may not be so serious that people want to see a former pres. in jail." ...NBC/CBS noted he's leaning in direction of bill to grant RN immunity. ...Griffin's heard no serious talk on Hill of immunity, tho "I think there's a lot to be said for getting this whole thing behind us." ...CBS noted questions as to whether Hill can pass such a bill. ...On NBC Special, Stern noted Constn prohibits bills of attainder and reverse would be an immunity law, thus probably also unconstitutional. What is possible would be resolution expressing sense of the Congress that RN not be prosecuted which, tho not legally binding, would be likely to be honored. Stern said many in Senate have expressed interest in this and it's "probable" it'll be
offered.
     Rather noted RN could use 25th as there's no requirement he be hospitalized. It'd take him off the line. But RN's said to be in "excellent health" and 25th isn't under consideration as official RN position remains that he'll risk trial, retaining resignation option w/its pension right up to moment before possible conviction vote.
     Mansfield said sentiment's growing on Hill: That whether RN resigns or is ousted, he might be granted some form of immunity as private citizen as "alleged offenses may not be so serious that people would want to put former Pres. in jail.
     House Dern ldrs said WH hasn't discussed w/them any immunity plan. O'Neill said he probably wouldn't oppose plan and "overwhelming sense of fairness" of most would accept it. "I think overall feeling is that RN would have suffered enough by losing WH." ABC said that note of sympathy for RN was left to Derns as Rhodes seemed to reflect GOP stance against immunity. He "talked tough" on it, saying on ABC he didn't feel Hill has authority to "grant it to anybody for anything" and he wouldn't favor it as all should be equally treated and punished if they violate law. ...And, said ABC, Heckler (R-Mass) said it's "too late" for immunity deal. Erlenborn (R-Ill) said RN'll just have "to take his chances." ...Not noted by ABC: Rhodes said "immunity...is completely in exec branch. A Hill grant wouldn't be worth paper it's written on."
     A deal such as STA got, guaranteeing RN freedom from prosecution if he resigned, would be "deplorable, " said Stevenson. (Trib)
     Meany said he'd support some form of immunity if RN left office; he doesn't want to cause RN any "further troubles."
     Bentsen will intro bill if necessary to have USG pay RN's legal expenses if there's trial. RN "shouldn't have to seek charity or call on wealthy friends...amount we're talking about is small when compared w/magnitude of issue." He added: "Our Const'l processes will suffer; respect for system suffer if Hill diminishes RN's ability to present his case.
     Many GOPs had indicated they regarded RN w/ suspicion, but they couldn't act against him til the smoking gun was found, said Reasoner. Well, the chief suspect handed it to them and most GOPs, as good as their word, dropped RN w/ varying degrees of anger, anguish and relief. RN's now close to standing alone and Reasoner said it seems inconceivable that he can last. Unless he's hardened to facts and morality beyond belief, however, Reasoner feels he'll go and his current tough stance may be a form of plea bargaining.
     Reasoner said RN probably can't afford to leave unless he gets a pledge that he can avoid ct-room hassles once he's a private citizen that could cost him $100,000/month in legal fees even if he doesn't go to jail. Harry noted pro-impch majority had to consider hard-core anti-impch minority in their delibs and now it's time to consider the hard-core anti-RN crowd that wants to see him in court as a private, shivvying citizen who took tough stands on amnesty. As for Reasoner, let RN go and draw and curtain over this scene, not for RN's sake but for that of US.

OTHER REACTION
     Bush called neither for resignation nor impchmnt, noted CBS, but commiserated w/ those who've been defending RN....He's confident RN will do "what's best for US" in deciding whether to resign.
     UPI leads: "Mass GOP leaders feel RN's position is non-survivable. Whether he resigns or is impeached, he'll not remain."
     NH Gov. Thomson, long one of RN's staunchest backers, called for resignation. "While I'm deeply sorry for RN and family, there's more at stake than sympathy or mercy... The sad plight of economy and precarious position of natl security demand immediate end to WG debacle."
     Reagan called on RN to go before Hill "and make full disclosure of all info he has....Constit'l process should then go forward in order to bring about speedy resolution."
     "Unbelievable," said Calif. GOP Gov. candidate Flournoy in calling for resignation....Cranston opponent H. L. Richardson urged the same and said "RN's obviously compromised his position and has really lost his last shred of defense by knowingly w/holding info...It's a high crime."
     Chancellor opened depressing special noting GOP, 120 yrs old this year, is undergoing its greatest agony w/ RN on brink of impchmnt having lost loyalty of his own party less than 2 yrs after overwhelming landslide w/ 47M voters. 10 mins of show on Judiciary GOPs, a few minutes on t'scripts, then reports from WH and Hill as noted in preceding sections of Summary. In closing Chancellor recalled speech by GOP orator Seward in 1850 in which he spoke of GOP being founded upon one idea: that of all men being equal. Seward was addressing self to issue of slavery but same idea was echoed Tues by Rhodes (clip of Rhodes on no person being above the law followed). Chancellor concluded "that's what it's really all about. No man, even a Pres, is really above the law." Chancellor said that's what Supreme Court told RN w/ its 8-0 vote and that's what he was told Tues by Hill GOP. They believe they've found the smoking gun. In the meantime, he concluded, we've heard a valuable message: no man is above the law be he prince or king or pres. and RN got that message in no uncertain terms from his own party and that is why NBC looked at "the GOP tonight."
     AP leads: "Several papers that once strongly supported RN issued calls for resignation in light of evidence he released Mon." They included Atlanta Journal, Cleveland Plain Dealer, Dallas Times-Herald, Detroit News, KC Times, Long Island Press, and the Star. Most had previously made similar calls, but all were much harsher -- bitterly so in some cases -- this time.
     "Enough. For RN, in Star's estimation, the game's over ... The proof of RN's impchble guilt" is now available and "the smoking pistol" at hand. "It's virtually inconceivable he can last out his term." If he won't resign, Star favors conviction. To look at entire record as RN urges, is to find a "disgusting" picture. "Cumulative record for criminal effrontery, negligence, mendacity, pettiness and stupidity is perhaps w/out equal in US history. Monday's final affront to nat'l sense of decency is simply too much to bear."
     "The nearer to entirety the evidence becomes the plainer it is that RN's brought such shame upon the office ... that he's altogether unfit to remain," says Sun edit and "what devious good he may imagine he can be doing himself is beyond its comprehension...Only good of any kind that Sun can see...rests in hope it'll...hasten day of RN's departure.
     "The admissions weave, sinuously into a tapestry of conspiracy, abuse and coverup that can't but be judged 'high crimes and misdemeanors,'" says LAT edit.
     RN will resign before the snow falls, Vic Gold predicts. "Which is it better to be remembered as? The 1st Pres to resign -- or 1st to be impchd and removed?"
     "RN's gone to the police station, turned himself in and flung the smoking pistol on the Sgt's desk," leads McGrory. "The long chase is over. He can rest at last...He's told all, signed his confession...All
that remains for him is to write a resignation speech."
     George Herman on CBS AM noted: "Just when you think there's no more emotions to be wrung from this tired, nerve-wracked pressure cooker of a city there's a turning of the screw." DC is a place of "tactic and maneuvering," but w/ Wiggins/Sandman reversals, there's the "strong clean smell of human emotions." He recalled the "strong, clear resonant voices" of the 10 GOPs voting "no." Herman concluded that now there are no strong resonant voices anywhere and only the "unhappy revelry of the light brigade" and a "brooding sense of tragedy hanging over the city."
     On Today round table, Scherer said RN' s been "mortally wounded" in House and "irreparably damaged" in Senate w/ RN losing strength all the time. Brokaw said the "stonewalling confidence" of WH has "turned to consistency of oatmeal." Even mid level WH hierarchy w/ the most ardent supporters of RN didn't even have "rhetorical confidence" Mon. and they feel "sense of betrayal." Nessen said VP's been RN's best defender and now he's lost w/ such as Curtis "much weaker" defenders.
     Scherer described Hill in state of shock quoting Latta to say he felt run over by a tank. Monroe noted only Curtis is speaking out for RN. Brokaw said he spoke of breakin itself when that's not issue -- it's RN's "almost indefensible" actions thereafter. Scherer said MCs felt "betrayed" and "used." Question now is "when will he resign?" They don't want any more agony.
     Brokaw claimed resignation and use of 25th are under consideration at WH but RN strategy has always been to have 1 huge cathartic act and see how it settles. Brokaw noted if RN resigned he'd have to deal w/ both Justice and Hill and need a sense of Congress resolution.
     Nessen said Richardson is leading contender of VP's staff for his #2 man w/ Laird far down, more likely to be a top official instead under VP. Rocky as possible noted by Scherer.
     Soherer feels immunity is almost built in if RN would resign -- "everybody's so anguished." But Brokaw said that wouldn't set well w/ many MCs and Americans w/ RN leaving w/ pension, office, PN pension under these "shadowy circumstances." He doesn't understand why info. w/held from JSC except that RN may have though Court would go the other way and then only RN/HRH would've known about them. RN's idea w/ release now is to get damage done so there's no surprises in Senate and instead they can focus on a very hard legal case.
     UPI leads: "USSR appears to have begun preparing its people for possibility that RN will be removed," given a long Pravda article on summit that repeatedly refers to Brezhnev, but never mentions RN....Initial foreign edit reaction predicted RN would be soon leaving office....4 French papers led w/ same front page head: "RN Confesses." ...Rome's conservative Il Tempo summed up most Eur. press w/ head: "RN's admission was pathetic." ...London Evening News w/ head : "Kick him out clamor grows," and it said "RN's bombshell confession left his impch defense in ruins."

OTHER IMPCH/PROCEDURES
      House Rules voted unanimously to allow live Radio and TV coverage. ABC/CBS noted, Morton saying there were embarrassed jokes afterwards -- will there be a debate? Can impchmnt pass by unanimous consent? ... CBS/NBC said they'd not provide live coverage if Hill places excessive restraints on their reporting.
     Albert said present plans are to devote 25 hours, or 3 days, to general debate. Major point still to be determined, is whether MCs will be required to vote yes or no on each entire article as reported by Judiciary or whether opportunity to attempt to strike out parts of each will be allowed. There's no thought of permitting additions.
     Albert on NBC said RN's Mon. statement had something to do w/ Hill desire to expedite things. ...NBC said some GOPs hoped to vote next week after 10 hrs of debate. ...But on ABC, Albert said there were too many things still to be done, eg, plans for security, TV and Judiciary's own report. ...On NBC, Rhodes said there's no reason for delay or protracted debate.
     Process could be shorter than expected, noted NBC w/ Mansfield wanting trial to start by mid-Sept. and to be finished before elections . He said 10 days to 3 wks should be ample for RN and House managers to prepare.

CORRECTION:
     Major stories on p. 1 of 8/6 Summary wrongly attributed directly to RN the order to get CIA to tell FBI to stay the hell out. Should have indicated RN said "all right, fine," to HRH, who outlined that proposal. RN did say CIA should "put the hold on" the FBI probe and that FBI shouldn't "go any further into this case, period."

POLITICS
     UPI leads: "Haunted by WG, upset over rising living costs and generally disillusioned by Govt. at all levels, Michigan residents showed little enthusiasm for primary election."
     Sander Levin got another shot at Milliken by beating ex-Detroit mayor by 2-1 in Dern primary.
     Meany said if RN doesn't resign it'll mean "real disaster" for GOP w/ 60 seat loss .
     Saxbe decided not to prosecute Collins (R-Tex) because he didn't believe he had strong enough case to proceed despite 2 years of investigation of allegations of perjury and obstruction of justice.
     AFL-CIO condemned and Balt. Police Comm for reprisals against police who participated in walkout last month. The nat'l union accused Mandel of "a vendetta against the police and their union." ...Tho state AFL-CIO refused to back him, several large locals have done so.

LATE NEWS
     UPI leads: "Appearing more alone than ever, RN told Cabinet he doesn't plan to resign and feels he hasn't committed impchable offense."
     AP leads: "One by one they took their stand on impchmnt of RN, and at end of the day it was clear vote in House will be a mere formality."
     AP leads: "RN hopes to rally a dwindling band of defenders w/pledges to fight removal thru trial, but WR sources acknowledge resignation remains a viable option. Sure it is -- all options are open, said one source. Another agreed, saying that despite RN's vow to cabinet, 'situation's fluid. We don't know what's going to happen.'" AP says such comments "reflected clearly perceptible mood of uncertainty cloaking corridors and cubbyholes where RN's men work. One after another, RN aides responded w/a sigh or a shrug of their shoulders when asked what could or would happen next."
     UPI leads: "RN's under extreme pressure to resign. It comes from his party and from his friends and it seems more likely to intensify than abate."
     Orlando Sentinel called for resignation, saying US "can't tolerate a govt. turned loose against its own citizens in a vainglorious quest for power." It said it was forced to abandon support of RN following t'scripts which show "he knew of and ordered the infamous cover-up...For those of us who demanded evidence before joining the crowd determined to drive a pres from office, we now have it -- in spades."
     And another constant RN-backer, the New Orleans Times-Picayune, in p. 1 edit, declared: "The moment is here, an historic moment US must dread. But for RN to continue would accomplish little more than to add tarnish to world's highest elective post."
     Similarly, the RN-backing Oregonian: "The RN presidency came to an inglorious end, for all practical purposes, -- Mon... t'scripts confirm public recognition of innate immorality of RN WH." 
     UPI leads: "Hill's in no mood to grant RN immunity if he resigns." Besides Rhodes, even those who earlier urged immunity as inducement to RN to resign, such as Mills, backed off, maintaining silence as almost everyone on Hill assumed RN either would step down or be removed in trial. UPI notes any prosecution of RN after he leaves presumably would be decided by his successor, by Saxbe and possibly by Jaworski. Prevailing Hill view appears to be that RN shouldn't be subjected to jail in addition to humiliation of removal or resignation, but that Hill should keep its hands off that question. UPI notes many feel further prosecution would amount to persecution. "Even the Russians let Khrushchev retire to his villa," one southern GOP said.
     Rostenkowski (D-Ill) said, "There's a great feeling in House that RN shouldn't be persecuted. Seeing him dragged thru every court in US would be distasteful." But GOPs lead list in House of those opposing immunity. "It might come back to haunt you," said John Anderson. "It derogates from principle Supreme Court very recently affirmed, equity before the law."
     Dennis is opposed to prosecution, and an immunity bill as well.
     Hutchinson said such a bill would be unnecessary because, "I don't think they'd prosecute him for anything if he resigned."
     Asked if there were any "serious expectations" of Hill immunity, Mansfield firmly replied, "No."
     Conable thought it especially wrong for GOPs to be seeking immunity. "They shouldn't put themselves into position of defending illegal acts."
     Rhodes didn't deny that Wiggins had told the leader over the Weekend that RN would release damaging material.
     Herb Klein says, "No one likes to have himself referred to in derogatory terms. And when you read something like that you don't forget it ....But I don't regard it as a serious blow to a friendship that's gone on over a number of years. When RN called me unorganized, it was because I never believed in writing a lot of memos. And they've made clear a number of times since that they'd like me back if they could get me."
     Herb said "3 days ago I'd have voted against impchmnt." And his basic position remained: "US would be better off w/out change of presidents. From a foreign policy standpoint, it'd be very precarious if neither pres. nor vp were elected." Re: WG, he said "RN has to share some of the blame, but in too many cases he was ill-advised."
     Asked about the remarks, Klein said: "It doesn't come as surprise to me to find negative input had been given to RN over a period of months by some of the staff who were seeking power at my expense...whether or not I effectively served in govt, I'll leave to the press and the people."
     In another 1400 word advance to be held "against premature release," AP leads: "RN, the first 20th C chief exec to serve w/his party never in control of Hill, spent much of his tenure fighting w/Hill Dems over VN and domestic spending. More often than not, RN won."
     In another of the advances to be held, apparently pending resignation or removal, AP's Shaw leads: "During his WH years, RMN won millionaire status -- then lost it in blazing controversy over his personal finances. Nat'l debate over RN and his money rose to such a crescendo that in Nov '73 he felt compelled to declare: 'I'm not a crook."' Negative review concludes: "Compared to a political scandal that had been awash in $100 bills, suitcases stuffed with money and six-figure lawyers, bills, RN's financial plight made a curious contrast."
     Communists seized Thuong Due, a key district capital near Da Nang in 1st major communist victory of 3-wk-old drive.
     Israeli planes bombed S. Lebanon in retaliation for Arab abduction of 4 Jewish settlers.
     Eagleton easily won Dern renomination to oppose Torn Curtis . He had 8-1 lead over 2 opponents.
     Cong Roy won Dern nod to challenge Dole.
     Robert Bennett, President of Kansas Senate, won GOP Gov. nod to run against state AG, Vern Miller.
      Incumbent GOP Orval Hansen took early but narrow lead over ex-Cong George Hansen for Idaho Hill seat.
     Key House GOPs contend campaign finance reform bill is unacceptable and biased in Derns' favor. Rhodes called it "a very evil bill" and he'd not hesitate to recommend veto if it passes as drafted.
     Ky. Court of Appeals ruled unanimously that Cook is legally on ballot as GOP nominee.
     Alioto said Hill and Adrnin were so absorbed w/ irnpchrnnt that urban issues were receiving little or no attn. "Crisis stage has passed. Now it's a catastrophe."

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The President's Daily Brief is the primary vehicle for summarizing the day-to-day sensitive intelligence and analysis, as well as late-breaking reports, for the White House on current and future national security issues. Read "The President's Daily Brief: Delivering Intelligence to Nixon and Ford" to learn more.

• President's Daily Brief of 07 August 1974

The Foreign Relations of the United States series presents the official documentary historical record of major U.S. foreign policy decisions and significant diplomatic activity. Visit the State Department website for more information.

Vol. X, Vietnam, January 1973-July 1975

Congressional Restrictions, General Warfare, June 19, 1973-February 25, 1975

• 133. Memorandum From William Stearman of the National Security Council Staff to Secretary of State Kissinger, Washington, August 7, 1974

  Source: Ford Library, National Security Adviser, Outside the System Files, Box 1, Chronological. Secret; Sensitive. Urgent; Sent for information.

The Kissinger telephone conversation transcripts consist of approximately 20,000 pages of transcripts of Kissinger’s telephone conversations during his tenure as Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs (1969-1974) and Secretary of State (1973-1974) during the administration of President Richard Nixon. Visit the finding aid for more information.

Digitized versions can be found in the National Archives Catalog.

The White House Photo Office collection consists of photographic coverage of President Richard Nixon meeting with prominent social, political, and cultural personalities; speaking engagements and news conferences of the President and various high-ranking members of the White House staff and Cabinet; Presidential domestic and foreign travel, including Presidential vacations; social events and entertainment involving the First Family, including entertainers present; official portraits of the President, First Family, and high-ranking members of the Nixon administration; the 1969 and 1973 Inaugurals; the President’s 1972 Presidential election campaign appearances (including speeches) and other official activities of the White House staff and the President’s Cabinet from January 20, 1969 until August 9, 1974 at the White House and the Old Executive Office Building; other locations in Washington, DC, such as The Mall; and the Presidential retreats in Camp David, Maryland, Key Biscayne, Florida, and San Clemente, California. Visit the finding aid to learn more.

Roll WHPO-E3352 Photographer: Schumacher, Karl | Color or B&W: Color

• Frame(s): WHPO-E3352-, Bob Dunn presentation with various staff. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. Bob Dunn.

Roll WHPO-E3353 Photographer: Atkins, Oliver | Color or B&W: B&W

• Frame(s): WHPO-E3353-, President Nixon and Tricia Nixon Cox walking through the Rose Garden at his request, before President Nixon ponders whether to resign. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. Rose Garden. President Nixon, Tricia Nixon Cox.
• Frame(s): WHPO-E3353-04, President Nixon and Tricia Nixon Cox walking through the Rose Garden at his request before President Nixon ponders whether to resign. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. Rose Garden. President Nixon, Tricia Nixon Cox.
• Frame(s): WHPO-E3353-12, President Nixon and Tricia Nixon Cox walking through the Rose Garden at his request before President Nixon ponders whether to resign. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. Rose Garden. President Nixon, Tricia Nixon Cox.

Roll WHPO-E3354 Photographer: FITZPATRICK | Color or B&W: B&W

• Frame(s): WHPO-E3354-, Hugh Scott, Congressman John Rhodes, and Senator Barry Goldwater announcing the implications of Watergate to press reporters and photographers during a press conference. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. White House. Hugh Scott, John Rhodes, Barry Goldwater.
• Frame(s): WHPO-E3354-08A, Hugh Scott, Congressman John Rhodes, and Senator Barry Goldwater announcing the implications of Watergate to press reporters and photographers during a press conference. View is from behind several television cameras and cameramen. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. White House. Hugh Scott, John Rhodes, Barry Goldwater.

Roll WHPO-E3355 Photographer: FITZPATRICK | Color or B&W: B&W

• Frame(s): WHPO-E3355-, Hugh Scott, Congressman John Rhodes, and Senator Barry Goldwater announcing the implications of Watergate to press reporters and photographers during a press conference. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. White House. Hugh Scott, John Rhodes, Barry Goldwater.
• Frame(s): WHPO-E3355-06A, Hugh Scott, Congressman John Rhodes, and Senator Barry Goldwater announcing the implications of Watergate to press reporters and photographers during a press conference. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. White House. Hugh Scott, John Rhodes, Barry Goldwater.
• Frame(s): WHPO-E3355-24A, Hugh Scott, Congressman John Rhodes, and Senator Barry Goldwater announcing the implications of Watergate to press reporters and photographers during a press conference. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. White House. Hugh Scott, John Rhodes, Barry Goldwater.

Roll WHPO-E3356 Photographer: FITZPATRICK | Color or B&W: Color

• Frame(s): WHPO-E3356-, Hugh Scott, Congressman John Rhodes, and Senator Barry Goldwater announcing the implications of Watergate to press reporters and photographers during a press conference. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. White House. Hugh Scott, John Rhodes, Barry Goldwater.
• Frame(s): WHPO-E3356-05A, Hugh Scott, Congressman John Rhodes, and Senator Barry Goldwater announcing the implications of Watergate to press reporters and photographers during a press conference. View is from behind television cameras and cameramen. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. White House. Hugh Scott, John Rhodes, Barry Goldwater.
• Frame(s): WHPO-E3356-07A, Hugh Scott, Congressman John Rhodes, and Senator Barry Goldwater announcing the implications of Watergate to press reporters and photographers during a press conference. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. White House. Hugh Scott, John Rhodes, Barry Goldwater.

Roll WHPO-E3357 Photographer: Atkins, Oliver | Color or B&W: B&W

• Frame(s): WHPO-E3357-01-07, Gen. Alexander Haig speaking to White House staff with regard to the President's resignation. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. White House. Alexander Haig.
• Frame(s): WHPO-E3357-02A, Gen. Alexander Haig speaking to White House staff with regard to the President's resignation. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. White House. Alexander Haig.
• Frame(s): WHPO-E3357-03, Gen. Alexander Haig speaking to White House staff with regard to the President's resignation. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. White House. Alexander Haig.
• Frame(s): WHPO-E3357-09A, Hugh Scott, Congressman John Rhodes, and Senator Barry Goldwater announcing the implications of Watergate to press reporters and photographers during a press conference. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. White House. Hugh Scott, John Rhodes, Barry Goldwater.
• Frame(s): WHPO-E3357-09A-15A, Hugh Scott, Congressman John Rhodes, and Senator Barry Goldwater announcing the implications of Watergate to press reporters and photographers during a press conference. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. White House. Hugh Scott, John Rhodes, Barry Goldwater.
• Frame(s): WHPO-E3357-15A, Hugh Scott, Congressman John Rhodes, and Senator Barry Goldwater announcing the implications of Watergate to press reporters and photographers during a press conference. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. White House. Hugh Scott, John Rhodes, Barry Goldwater.

Roll WHPO-E3358 Photographer: Atkins, Oliver | Color or B&W: Color

• Frame(s): WHPO-E3358-01, President Nixon walking toward the Oval Office along the Colonnade on the day he decided to resign. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. White House, Colonnade. President Nixon.
• Frame(s): WHPO-E3358-02-19, Hugh Scott, Congressman John Rhodes, and Senator Barry Goldwater announcing the implications of Watergate to press reporters and photographers during a press conference. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. White House. Hugh Scott, John Rhodes, Barry Goldwater.

Roll WHPO-E3359 Photographer: Atkins, Oliver | Color or B&W: B&W

• Frame(s): WHPO-E3359-02A-09A, President Nixon, Pat Nixon, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, David Eisenhower, Tricia Nixon Cox, and Ed Cox standing together in the solarium room on the night President Nixon announced his resignation decision. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. White House, Solarium (Sun Room). President Nixon, Pat Nixon, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, David Eisenhower, Tricia Nixon Cox, Ed Cox.
• Frame(s): WHPO-E3359-03A, President Nixon, Pat Nixon, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, David Eisenhower, Tricia Nixon Cox, and Ed Cox standing together in the solarium room on the night President Nixon announced his resignation decision. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. White House, Solarium (Sun Room). President Nixon, Pat Nixon, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, David Eisenhower, Tricia Nixon Cox, Ed Cox.
• Frame(s): WHPO-E3359-05A, President Nixon, Pat Nixon, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, David Eisenhower, Tricia Nixon Cox, and Ed Cox standing together in the solarium room on the night President Nixon announced his resignation decision. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. White House, Solarium (Sun Room). President Nixon, Pat Nixon, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, David Eisenhower, Tricia Nixon Cox, Ed Cox.
• Frame(s): WHPO-E3359-07A, President Nixon, Pat Nixon, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, David Eisenhower, Tricia Nixon Cox, and Ed Cox standing together in the solarium room on the night President Nixon announced his resignation decision. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. White House, Solarium (Sun Room). President Nixon, Pat Nixon, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, David Eisenhower, Tricia Nixon Cox, Ed Cox.
• Frame(s): WHPO-E3359-10A-11A, Julie Nixon Eisenhower hugs her father President Nixon while Tricia Nixon Cox and Ed Cox stand nearby in the solarium room on the night President Nixon announced his resignation decision. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. White House, Solarium (Sun Room). President Nixon, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, Tricia Nixon Cox, Ed Cox.
• Frame(s): WHPO-E3359-11A, Julie Nixon Eisenhower hugs her father President Nixon while Tricia Nixon Cox and Ed Cox stand nearby in the solarium room on the night President Nixon announced his resignation decision. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. White House, Solarium (Sun Room). President Nixon, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, Tricia Nixon Cox, Ed Cox.
• Frame(s): WHPO-E3359-12A-13A, President Nixon sits with his feet up on the footstool next to the Poodle dog Vicki while Tricia Nixon Cox sits nearby on the night the President announced his resignation decision. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. White House, Solarium (Sun Room). President Nixon, Tricia Nixon Cox, Vicki.
• Frame(s): WHPO-E3359-13A, President Nixon sits with his feet up on the footstool next to the Poodle dog Vicki while Tricia Nixon Cox sits nearby on the night the President announced his resignation decision. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. White House, Solarium (Sun Room). President Nixon, Tricia Nixon Cox, Vicki.
• Frame(s): WHPO-E3359-14A, Presidential secretary Rose Mary Woods kneels by the chair where President Nixon sits with his feet up on the footstool next to the Poodle dog Vicki. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. White House. President Nixon, Rose Mary Woods, Vicki.
• Frame(s): WHPO-E3359-14A-15A, Presidential secretary Rose Mary Woods kneels by the chair where President Nixon sits, with his feet up on the footstool next to the Poodle dog Vicki, while Tricia Nixon Cox sits nearby on the night the President announced his resignation decision. 8/7/1974, Washington, D.C. White House. President Nixon, Tricia Nixon Cox, Rose Mary Woods, Vicki.

The White House Communications Agency Sound Recordings Collection contains public statements that took place between 1969 and 1974. Visit the finding aid to learn more.

S - White House Press Office Briefings (continuation of the L-series)

• WHCA-SR-S-707
  Press briefing by Gerald Warren. (8/7/1974, White House Press Lobby)
  
  Runtime: 36:20:00
  
  Keywords: Press conferences, news conferences, interviews, media
  
  Production credits: Audio feed supplied by WHCA; Recorded by __ (initials of WHCA engineer)
  
  Original Format: 1/4-inch reel-to-reel audiotape. Original source type: Original.
• WHCA-SR-S-708
  Press briefing by Gerald Warren. (8/7/1974, White House Press Lobby)
  
  Runtime: 5:00
  
  Keywords: Press conferences, news conferences, interviews, media
  
  Production credits: Audio feed supplied by WHCA; Recorded by __ (initials of WHCA engineer)
  
  Original Format: 1/4-inch reel-to-reel audiotape. Original source type: Original.
• WHCA-SR-S-709
  Press briefing by Senate Minority Leader Hugh Scott (R-PA), Senator Barry Goldwater (R-AZ), and House Minority Leader John Rhodes. (8/7/1974, North Lawn, the White House)
  
  Runtime: 0:08:37
  
  Keywords: Briefings, press conferences, interviews, media, impeachment, resignations, Senator, Senate, House of Representatives, Congress, Watergate, Senate committee hearings, investigations, testimony, testify, cover-ups, break-in, burglary, theft, plumbers, scan
  
  Production credits: Audio feed supplied by WHCA; Recorded by JC (initials of WHCA engineer)
  
  Original Format: 1/4-inch reel-to-reel audiotape. Original source type: Original. Technical notes: 1 hour, 27 minutes and 42 seconds of silence at end of record removed from access copies.

The White House Communications Agency Videotape Collection contains “off-the-air” recordings of televised programs produced between 1968 and 1974. Visit the finding aid to learn more.

• WHCA-7119
  "Panorama". John D. Ehrlichman, former chief domestic advisor to the President.
  CBS
  Runtime: 00:58:38
• WHCA-7120
  Specials - President Nixon's Possible Resignation; Henry Fonda movie, "The Battle of the Bulge". President Nixon's possible resignation discussed John D. Ehrlichman, former chief domestic advisor to the President.
  NBC
  Runtime: 01:37:03
• WHCA-7145
  Weekly News Summary, Tape II.
  ALL NETWORKS
  Runtime: 00:40:20
  
  1. Smith/Bell: President Nixon meets with top Republicans. Time Code Start: 00:00. Keywords: Presidents, meetings, leaders, political parties, Republicans, GOP. Network: ABC.
  
  2. Reasoner/Geer: Events on Capitol Hill with Scott, Baker, and Brooke. Time Code Start: 03:25. Keywords: Congress, House of Representatives, reports. Network: ABC.
  
  3. Smith/Kaplow/Schoumacher: Immunity with Javits, Brooke, and President Nixon's attorney St. Clair. Time Code Start: 05:42. Keywords: Presidents, meetings, leaders, political parties, Republicans, GOP. Network: ABC.
  
  4. Reasoner/Zimmerman: Vice President Gerald Ford and Chief of Staff Alexander Haig meeting; White House prayer group led by Congressman Rhodes; Reasoner/Zimmerman: Vice President Ford's day. Time Code Start: 09:26. Keywords: Vice Presidents, meetings, activities. Network: ABC.
  
  5. Reasoner: Commentary on President Nixon. Time Code Start: 11:20. Keywords: Vice Presidents. Network: ABC.
  
  6. Chancellor/Brokaw: Top Republicans meet with President Nixon with Senators Goldwater and Scott. Time Code Start: 12:55. Keywords: Presidents, resignations, last day, meetings, cabinet, advisors. Network: NBC.
  
  7. Chancellor: Rabbi Korff makes statement. Time Code Start: 15:43. Keywords: Presidents, Jews, religion, leaders, officials, authors, statements. Network: NBC.
  
  8. Chancellor/Nessen: Report on Vice President Gerald Ford's day. Time Code Start: 16:51. Keywords: Vice Presidents, meetings, activities. Network: NBC.
  
  9. Chancellor/Mackin: Rumors on Capitol Hill with Brooke. Time Code Start: 19:05. Keywords: Congress, House of Representatives, reports. Network: NBC.
  
  10. Chancellor/Rowan: Immunity with Attorney General Saxbe and Brooke. Time Code Start: 20:45. Keywords: cabinet, advisors. Network: NBC.
  
  11. Chancellor/Brokaw: Report from the White House. Time Code Start: 23:27. Keywords: Presidents, reports. Network: NBC.
  
  12. Mudd/Rather: Resignation rumors with Senators Goldwater and Scott. Time Code Start: 25:38. Keywords: Presidents, resignations. Network: CBS.
  
  13. Mudd/Jones: Vice President Gerald Ford's day with Rhodes. Time Code Start: 30:01. Keywords: Vice Presidents, meetings, activities. Network: CBS.
  
  14. Mudd/Morton: Wiggins reaction to tapes. Time Code Start: 31:55. Keywords: law officials, attorneys, lawyers, bugging, bugs, wiretapping, wire taps, surveillance, spying, recordings, Watergate, Senate committee hearings, investigations, testimony, testify, cover-ups, scandals. Network: CBS.
  
  15. Mudd/Stahl: More White House tapes. Time Code Start: 35:12. Keywords: bugging, bugs, wiretapping, wire taps, surveillance, spying, recordings, Watergate, Senate committee hearings, investigations, testimony, testify, cover-ups, scandals. Network: CBS.
  
  16. Mudd/Graham: Immunity with Cannon and Vice President Gerald Ford. Time Code Start: 37:02. Keywords: Vice Presidents. Network: CBS.

• New York Times of August 7, 1974

• AP Images photos from August 7, 1974
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The Vanderbilt Television News Archive is the world's most extensive and complete archive of television news. They have been recording, preserving and providing access to television news broadcasts of the national networks since August 5, 1968.

• August 1974 Broadcast Index

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