Designation of Michael K. Deaver as Presidential Liaison for the 1984 Olympic Games

The President today announced that Michael K. Deaver, Assistant to the President and Deputy Chief of the White House staff, will serve as the Presidential Liaison to the 1984 Olympic Games, the U.S. Olympic Committee, and the International Olympic Committee.

Mr. Deaver will be the principal point of contact in the executive branch for all matters relating to the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, Calif., and to the U.S. and International Olympic Committees. He will work directly with Peter V. Ueberroth, president of the Los Angeles Olympic Organizing Committee, and with F. Don Miller, executive director of the U.S. Olympic Committee.

The President looks forward to the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles and has asked Mr. Deaver to provide all appropriate assistance and guidance. Mr. Deaver will report directly to the President.