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Douglas / LBJ Bugged #23290

ABC Evening News for Monday, Oct 15, 1973
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(Studio) In dissent written by Justice William O. Douglas for wiretapping case stated that he believes Supreme Court conference room bugged; also Lyndon Johnson's telephone was tapped while President.
REPORTER: Howard K. Smith

(DC) Johnson's telephone really was tapped by members of National Security Council according to first-hand story by former President to this reporter President not disturbed by matter. Further explanation outlined.
REPORTER: Bill Gill

Reporter(s):
Gill, Bill;
Smith, Howard K.
Duration:
00:01:50

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