White House Policy for Countering Improvised Explosive Devices
The President signed the White House Policy for Countering Improvised Explosive Devices today. The policy can be found here.
Readout of the President’s Phone Call with Egyptian President Morsy
President Obama spoke with Egyptian President Morsy today to reaffirm the United States’ strong commitment to the Egyptian people as they continue their transition to democracy. The President welcomed President…
Statement from the President on the Confirmation of Chuck Hagel as Secretary of Defense
With the bipartisan confirmation of Chuck Hagel as our next Secretary of Defense, we will have the defense secretary our nation needs and the leader our troops deserve. From the…
Statement from the Vice President on the Confirmation of Chuck Hagel as Secretary of Defense
I’ve travelled across the world with Chuck Hagel, and I’ve seen him in action in the United States Senate. Wherever he is, his talent and dedication to our country are…
President Obama Announces More Key Administration Posts
President Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to key Administration posts: Stephen J. Hadley, Nominee for Member, Board of Directors of the United States Institute of Peace…
Remarks by the President on the Impact of the Sequester – Newport News, VA
THE PRESIDENT: Hello, Newport News! (Applause.) Well, it is good to see all of you here today. I want to thank your CEO, Mike Petters, for showing me around. I…
Renewing the National Commitment to Putting America’s Heroes Back to Work
Washington, D.C. – As part of their Joining Forces initiative, First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden addressed the National Governors Association and renewed their call on governors to…
Readout of Vice President Biden’s Call with Syrian Opposition Coalition President Moaz al-Khatib
Vice President Biden called Syrian Opposition Coalition (SOC) President Moaz al-Khatib today to discuss the February 28 Friends of the Syrian People (FOSP) ministerial in Rome. Vice President Biden welcomed…
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: • Jannette L. Dates – Member, Board of Directors of the…
Remarks by the First Lady and Dr. Jill Biden to National Governors Association
DR. BIDEN: Thank you very much. (Applause.) Thank you, David, for that kind introduction. And thank you all for coming this morning. It was great to see you all last…