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PRESIDENTIAL ANNOUNCEMENT CONGRESSMAN DONALD RUMSFELD THE WHITE HOUSE MONDAY, APRIL 21, 1969 THE PRESIDENT: 9:15 At 9:30 a.m. Congressman Donald Rumsfeld will be escorted to your office for a brief informal discussion prior to the announcement. At approximately 9:35 a.m. you and the Congressman will be escorted to the steps of the Rose Garden where a single stand-up microphone will be provided for your use. NOTE: In case of inclement weather the announcement would take place in the Roosevelt Room. You will then announce that you are appointing Congressman Rumsfeld to be Director of the Office of Economic Opportunity within the Executive Office of the President. It is suggested that you also make brief remarks. It is estimated that your entire participation will be of approximately 15 minutes duration. NOTE: There will be press coverage and suggested remarks have been prepared for your use.