Statement by the Press Secretary on H.R. 2608
H.R. 2608, the “Continuing Resolution Act, 2012,” which provides FY 2012 appropriations for continuing projects and activities of the Federal Government through Friday, November 18, 2011.
President Obama to Deliver Remarks at White House American Latino Heritage Forum
WASHINGTON, DC—On Wednesday, October 12, the President will deliver remarks at an American Latino Heritage Forum being hosted by the White House and the U.S. Department of the Interior to…
President Obama Announces More Key Administration Posts
WASHINGTON – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to appoint the following individuals to key Administration posts: Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll – Member, President’s Advisory Commission on Educational Excellence…
Statement by the Press Secretary on H.R. 2646
H.R. 2646, the “Veterans Health Care Facilities Capital Improvement Act of 2011,” which authorizes, within specified amounts, appropriations for various major medical facility construction projects and leases for the Department…
Statement by the President on the Passing of Civil Rights Leader Fred Shuttlesworth
Michelle and I were saddened to hear about the passing of Reverend Fred Shuttlesworth today. As one of the founders of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, Reverend Shuttlesworth dedicated his…
President Obama Signs Maryland Disaster Declaration
The President today declared a major disaster exists in the State of Maryland and ordered Federal aid to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the area affected by the…
President Obama Nominates Judge Patty Shwartz for the United States Court of Appeals
WASHINGTON- Today, President Obama nominated Judge Patty Shwartz for the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. President Obama said, “Judge Shwartz has a long and impressive record…
Presidential Nomination Sent to the Senate
Patty Shwartz, of New Jersey, to be United States Circuit Judge for the Third Circuit, vice Maryanne Trump Barry, retired.
Statement by the President on the Passing of Steve Jobs
Michelle and I are saddened to learn of the passing of Steve Jobs. Steve was among the greatest of American innovators – brave enough to think differently, bold enough to…
Remarks by the First Lady to U.S. Secret Service Employees
MRS. OBAMA: Yay! (Applause.) Well, this is really a nice, warm welcome. This is very nice. Well, let me start by thanking Director Sullivan for that very kind introduction, and…