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Assassination Attempt / Aftermath #515987

NBC Evening News for Tuesday, Mar 31, 1981
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(Studio) Secretary of State Alexander Haig's remarks yesterday recalled implying his assumption of power following shooting of President Reagan.
REPORTER: John Chancellor

(DC) [Yesterday, HAIG - claims Constitution places him in charge] White House defense of Haig today outlined. [State Department spokesperson William DYESS - tries to explain rationale for Haig's behavior.] Reports that Reagan aides James Baker and Edwin Meese, and Defense Secretary Caspar Weinberger were upset over Haig's statements discussed; Secretary of State's trip to Mideast this week said still scheduled.
REPORTER: Marvin Kalb

(Studio) Reagan administration said wanting "settled" image of government; Secretary of State Alexander Haig's imminent departure for Mideast said helping somewhat.
REPORTER: John Chancellor

(Studio) White House desire for nation to have confidence in President noted; films shown. Hospital meeting with President Reagan today of aides Baker, Meese and Michael Deaver cited as example [Dr. Dennis O'LEARY - says President is fully capable of decision-making.] [Deputy press secretary Larry SPEAKES - assures control of nation remains with White House] Vice President George Bush's visibility today discussed; implications of yesterday's events outlined. USSR , Poland mentioned.
REPORTER: Roger Mudd

(Studio) Importance of hospital room for United States government for immediate future noted.
REPORTER: John Chancellor

Reporter(s):
Chancellor, John;
Kalb, Marvin;
Mudd, Roger
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00:04:00

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