CATEGORY: Speeches
Statement by the Press Secretary on H.R. 2029
On Friday, December 18, 2015, the President signed into law: H.R. 2029 – the “Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2016,” which provides fiscal year 2016 full-year appropriations through September 30, 2016 for all agencies. Read More →
Letter From The President– Emergency Designations in Accordance with the Consolidated Appropriations Act with respect to Overseas Contingency Operations/Global War on Terrorism Funds
Dear Mr. Speaker: (Mr. President:) In accordance with section 6 of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2016 (the “Act”), I hereby designate for Overseas Contingency Operations/Global War on Terrorism all funding (including the rescission of funds) and contributions from foreign governments so designated by the Congress in the Act pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A) of the Balanced Budget... [Read more]
Letter From The President– OCO Designation and IMF Emergency Designation
Dear Mr. Speaker: (Dear Mr. President:) In accordance with language in Title IX of Division K of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2016 (the “Act”), I hereby designate as emergency requirements all funding so designated by the Congress in the Act pursuant to section 251(b)(2)(A) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985, as amended, for the following accounts: ... [Read more]
Readout of the President’s Call with Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan
President Obama spoke today by phone with the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The President expressed his appreciation for the United Arab Emirates’ commitment to an expanded role in international efforts to destroy ISIL. They reviewed the ongoing discussions in New York of the International Syria Support Group and noted the recent progress made during meetings... [Read more]
Statement by the President on the Anniversary of Cuba Policy Changes
One year ago, I announced that after more than 50 years, America would change its relationship with Cuba and put the interests of the people of both countries before the outdated ways of the past. Since then, we have taken important steps forward to normalize relations between our countries—re-establishing diplomatic relations and opening embassies; facilitating greater travel and commerce; connecting... [Read more]
President Obama Announces More Key Administration Posts
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to key Administration posts: Adam H. Sterling – Ambassador to the Slovak Republic, Department of State Morton H. Halperin – Member, Board of Directors of the Millennium Challenge Corporation Dain Borges – Member, National Council on the Humanities Thavolia Glymph – Member, National... [Read more]
President Obama Announces Another Key Administration Post
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individual to a key Administration post: Mike Johanns – Member, Board of Directors of the Millennium Challenge Corporation President Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individual to a key Administration post: Mike Johanns, Nominee for Member, Board of Directors of the... [Read more]
Statement by the President after Briefing at the National Counterterrorism Center
McLean, Virginia 12:58 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: As President and Commander in Chief, my highest priority is the security of the American people. And on a regular basis, I convene members of my national security team for an in-depth review of our efforts to prevent terrorist attacks against our citizens — around the world and here at home. We examine any known and emerging threats. We review... [Read more]
Statement by the Vice President’s National Security Advisor
We have seen initial reports of an attack on a base in northern Iraq where Turkish and Iraqi personnel are present. As we work to confirm the facts, we condemn any such attack and offer our condolences for any injury or loss of life. Now more than ever, it will be important for Iraq and Turkey to accelerate their efforts to de-escalate tensions, ensure dialogue remains constructive, reaffirm support... [Read more]
Readout of the President’s Call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India
President Obama spoke by phone today with Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India to thank him for his vision and leadership in achieving the historic climate agreement in Paris on December 12, noting that it continued their close and strong partnership on a range of issues that are important to both the United States and India. The President and Prime Minister each underscored the importance of implementing... [Read more]
