Presidential Nominations Sent to the Senate
NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE: Mark L. Asquino, of the District of Columbia, a Career Member of the Senior Foreign Service, Class of Minister-Counselor, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary…
Statement by the President on the Need for a Bipartisan Transportation Bill
Last week, the Senate passed a bipartisan transportation bill that will keep construction workers on the job and keep our economy growing. Now the House of Representatives needs to take…
Readout of the President’s Call with Colombian President Santos
Earlier today, President Obama spoke with President Juan Manuel Santos of Colombia to discuss the April 14-15 Summit of the Americas to be held in Cartagena, Colombia. President Obama praised…
Statement by the President on the Passing of King George Tupou V of Tonga
With the passing yesterday of King George Tupou V of Tonga, the United States has lost a friend and the people of Tonga have lost a visionary leader. Upon ascending…
Readout of the President’s Call with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas
President Obama called Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas this morning to discuss a range of issues of mutual interest. The President reaffirmed America’s commitment to Middle East Peace and to…
WEEKLY ADDRESS: Ending Subsidies for Big Oil Companies
WASHINGTON, DC— In this week’s address, President Obama called on all Americans to place their bets on America’s future as we reduce our dependence on foreign oil by expanding domestic…
Statement by the President on the Passing of Pope Shenouda III
Michelle and I are saddened to learn of the passing of Coptic Christian Pope Shenouda III, a beloved leader of Egypt’s Coptic Christians and an advocate for tolerance and religious…
Remarks by the President at a Campaign Event
Palmer House Hilton Chicago, Illinois 12:13 P.M. CDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello, Chicago! (Applause.) Thank you! Thank you so much. It is good to be home! (Applause.) Good to be home.…
Remarks by the First Lady at Joining Forces Event
Minnesota Air National Guard Hangar Minneapolis, Minnesota 3:59 P.M. CDT MRS. OBAMA: Well, first of all, let me make sure you guys know that everything that we’re doing with Joining…
Remarks by the First Lady at a Campaign Event
Walker Art Center Minneapolis, Minnesota 5:50 P.M. CDT MRS. OBAMA: Oh, you guys are just happy because it’s warm. (Laughter.) Thank you so much. I can’t tell you what a…