Richard Nixon: “In recent weeks I have emphasized the commitment of this Nation to taking every step necessary to end the vicious threat…”

I am pleased that in this bill the Congress has expressed support for our objectives by authorizing $22.2 billion for military procurement purposes during fiscal year 1975.

Further study is essential if we are to avoid ineffective Federal spending for these purposes.

Time is now of the essence with regard to the trade bill.

I have concluded that because of the Watergate matter, I might not have the support of the Congress that I would consider necessary to back the very difficult decisions and carry out the duties of this office in the way the interests of…