Statement by Vice President Biden on the Passing of Nuala Pell
Jill and I were saddened to hear of the passing of our dear friend, Nuala Pell. She and her husband, Senator Clairborne Pell, were among our closest friends. They embraced…
White House Announces 2014 Easter Egg Roll Program and Talent Line-up
The White House announces the program, activities, and talent line-up for the 2014 White House Easter Egg Roll, a tradition in its 136th year and the largest annual public event…
Statement by the Press Secretary on the Visit of President Jose Mujica Cordano of Uruguay
President Obama will host President Jose Mujica Cordano of Uruguay at the White House on Monday, May 12. The visit will highlight the close partnership we enjoy with Uruguay and…
Vice President Biden to Travel to Brazil for the FIFA World Cup
WASHINGTON, DC – The Vice President will travel to the Federative Republic of Brazil in June to attend the 2014 FIFA World Cup. While in Brazil, the Vice President will…
Readout of the President’s Call with President Hollande of France
President Obama spoke with French President Hollande today about the worsening situation in eastern Ukraine, where pro-Russian separatists, seemingly with support and coordination from Moscow, have intensified their campaign to…
Statement by NSC Spokesperson Caitlin Hayden on Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism Lisa Monaco’s Meeting with Yemeni Minister of Finance Sakhir Wajih and Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Mohammed Saadi
Today, Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism Lisa Monaco met with Yemeni Minister of Finance Sakhir Wajih and Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Mohammed Saadi, at…
Readout of the President’s Call with President Putin
At Moscow’s request, President Obama spoke with Russian President Putin today about the situation in Ukraine. The President expressed grave concern about Russian government support for the actions of armed,…
Readout of the President’s Meeting with the Global Development Council
Today the President met with members of the Global Development Council at the White House. President Obama welcomed the opportunity to hear the Council’s views and reiterated his Administration’s strong…
Statement by President Obama on Today’s Shooting in Kansas
This afternoon we heard reports of a horrific shooting in Overland Park, Kansas. Michelle and I offer our thoughts and prayers to the families and friends who lost a loved…
Weekly Address: Ensuring Equal Pay for Equal Work
WASHINGTON, DC – In this week’s address, the President underscored the importance of ensuring equal pay for equal work and highlighted the steps his Administration has taken to expand opportunity…