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Mr. DeLoach.to Mr. Tolson Re: Robert F. Kennedy very weak and very vague in his answers, however, upon being shown memo- randa he personally had prepared, which proved his and Kennedy's kowledge of microphones, Evans had folded up and stated, "Facts are facts and can't be denied. " The Acting AG told me that he wanted to get rid of Evans, however, he disliked the idea of firing him at this time inasmuch as newsmen. would claim that his dismissal had been.caused as a result of the controversy. Ibetween the Director and Bobby Kennedy. I told Mr. Clark that I did not share this opinion inasmuch as Evans clearly had lied and therefore obviously had I no character.. The Acting AG replied that the Director's recommendation of looked good to him, however, he personally felt that a man of law enforcement background was needed for Evans' job. He stated that he Police who might take the job. Dc b6 b7C I replied that while it might be true that lhad no law. enforcement background, the fact should.be considered that had a very analytical mind and had on numerous occasions attended.appropriations. hearings which covered law enforcement matters. The Acting AG agreed but stated that he still felt the job should be filled by someone with law enforce- ment'identity. He stated he would give the matter further consideration, -however, would.probably not want to employ The Acting AG asked me if I had heard any rumors about the I fact that Mr. Hoover had initiated the controversy with Bobby Kennedy at the specific request.of President Johnson. I told him I had not, however, such malicious rumors were bound to arise in view of the chronic Johnson-Kennedy feud. The Acting AG stated he hoped that the President's name could be kept out of the matter. I told him that Mr. Hoover had fully protected the President. at all times in this connection inasmuch:as. the President's name had not been mentioned other than in the initial letter to Congressman H. R. Gross and 'then at the specific r,equest of I told the.Acting AG that he should know that and the | President cleared Mr. Hoover's release.of December 11, 1966. Iasked Mr. Clark if he wanted to know any details concerning this matter. He said he' would prefer to stay out of it inasmuch as it seemed to be the best position to take at this time.. ACTION: For record purposes.