Richard Nixon: “The operation of so much of the provisions of section 5707(c) of title 10 of the United States Code as restrict, to a…”

It is regrettable that the Congress has seen fit to add to a bill of such importance to our national security a rider adversely affecting the constitutional separation of powers.

Mistakes, yes. But for personal gain, never.

I take this occasion once again to urge prompt and final action on the Trade Reform Act.

Two weeks ago, I vowed to the American people that any appropriations bill substantially above my budget for fiscal year 1975 would be vetoed.