Connally Leaves White House Amid Nixon Team Uncertainty
Washington reports note John B. Connally has departed the Nixon White House, raising questions about the stability of the Nixon entourage after Watergate resignations. Melvin R. Laird may quit as domestic policy adviser, while Connally plans to rejoin his Houston law firm. Laird defends access to Nixon, Ziegler remains a trusted aide, and Nixon shows limited openness amid ongoing delegation of authority.
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