Statement by the President on National HIV Testing Day
National HIV Testing Day highlights the importance of HIV testing and the fight against HIV/AIDS. Of the over 1.1 million Americans living with HIV, more than 200,000 are unaware of…
Joint Statement by the United States and the United Arab Emirates
The United States and United Arab Emirates remain deeply committed to close consultation and cooperation to promote peace and stability in the Gulf region and broader Middle East. In their…
Readout of the President’s Phone Call with President Hollande of France
President Obama spoke with French President Hollande today, continuing their dialogue on the economic developments in Europe. They discussed the importance of continued efforts to promote growth and stability in…
Readout of President Obama’s Calls to Governor John Hickenlooper and Colorado Springs Mayor Steve Bach
Today, President Obama called Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper as well as Colorado Springs Mayor Steve Bach to receive an update on damaging fires that are impacting a number of communities…
Statement by the Press Secretary on S. 404, S. 684, and S. 997
On Wednesday, June 27, 2012, the President signed into law: S. 404, which directs the Secretary of the Interior to modify a land grant patent in Chippewa County, Michigan; S.…
Remarks by the President at a Picnic for Members of Congress
South Lawn 7:12 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello, everybody! AUDIENCE: Hello! THE PRESIDENT: Now, you don’t have to worry, I will not be singing. We have professionals for that. (Laughter.)…
Readout of President Obama’s Call to Florida Governor Rick Scott
This morning President Obama called Florida Governor Rick Scott to ensure the state had no unmet needs as the Governor and his team continue to respond to extreme weather and…
Statement by the Press Secretary on the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture
On this International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, the United States joins the international community in pledging to work toward the elimination of torture and all other forms…
Statement by the Press Secretary on Student Loan Interest Rates
We’re pleased that the Senate has reached a deal to keep rates low and continue offering hard-working students a fair shot at an affordable education. Higher education has never been…
Remarks by the President at a Campaign Event — Atlanta, GA
Westin Peachtree Plaza Hotel Atlanta, Georgia 1:07 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you so much. (Applause.) It is good to see everybody here, back in Atlanta. (Applause.) A couple of…