When Presidents Clash With CEOs
Briefly

In 1903, Teddy Roosevelt criticized the famous John D. Rockefeller to garner support for his anti-monopoly bill, knowing the messages were actually from Rockefeller's son.
Lyndon Johnson often summoned Katharine Graham to his bedroom for confrontations, exemplifying his aggressive approach, one time undressing while criticizing her newspaper's coverage.
During an Oval Office meeting, Reagan rebuffed Chrysler's Lee Iacocca's request for a gas tax, sarcastically noting the difference in their positions: ‘That’s why you’re sitting on that side of the desk!’
Jack Welch expressed his displeasure with Bill Clinton’s aide potentially moving to NBC by faxing a crude illustration, showcasing the tension between corporate leaders and political figures.
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