In this draft letter to President Diem from President Kennedy, Kennedy discusses the American intentions in Vietnam as well as its viewpoint on the situtation.
This draft of a telegram announces the expected recognization of the new regime in Saigon early the next week. It also lists the elements of difference.
In this message, President Kennedy makes it clear that he supports the currrent operation, but that he retains the right to change the course of action at the last minute.