Pres. Dwight Eisenhower's first press conference

President Eisenhower holds his first news conference since taking office, discussing topics like the atom bomb, taxes, and secret agreements. He indicates a veto on tax cuts before balancing the budget and acknowledges Russia's atomic capabilities. Eisenhower then meets Adlai Stevenson for a private talk, followed by a luncheon with House members. Stevenson, preparing for a world tour, comments on Eisenhower's State of the Union address, emphasizing no secret agreements were made. The meeting was cordial, and Stevenson expresses gratitude and well wishes.

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