Statement by the Press Secretary on Recent Developments in Egypt
Since the start of the Arab Spring, the United States has spoken out for a set of core principles that have guided our response to events, including opposition to the…
Statement by Vice President Biden on the Anniversary of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
Every year on November 25, we remember the millions of women affected by violence here in the United States and around the world. Violence against women undermines not only the…
WEEKLY ADDRESS: On Thanksgiving, Grateful for the Men and Women Who Defend Our Country
WASHINGTON—In this week’s address, President Obama wished the American people a happy Thanksgiving, giving a special thanks to the brave men and women serving overseas and those giving back at…
Obama Takes on Republicans to Extend Payroll Tax Break for American Workers
Following an upsurge in his approval ratings, President Obama has decided take on the challenge of going up against the Republicans in order to extend payroll tax breaks for American…
Remarks by the President at the Pardoning of the National Thanksgiving Turkey
North Portico 10:40 A.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Hello, everybody! Well, it is wonderful to see all of you here today. Happy Thanksgiving, and welcome to the White House. Tomorrow is…
Background on the Pardoning of the National Thanksgiving Turkey
WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, November 23, 2011, President Obama will pardon the National Thanksgiving Turkey in a ceremony in the Rose Garden. The President will celebrate the 64th anniversary of…
President Obama Announces More Key Administration Posts
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, President Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individual to a key Administration post: • Marilyn B. Tavenner – Administrator of the Centers for Medicare…
Statement by the Press Secretary on H.R. 398, H.R. 2447, and S. 1412
On Wednesday, November 23, 2011, the President signed into law: H.R. 398, which suspends, when either spouse is on active duty abroad in the U.S. Armed Forces, the required periods…
President Obama Signs New Mexico Disaster Declaration
The President today declared a major disaster exists in the State of New Mexico and ordered Federal aid to supplement state, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the area affected…
Statement by President Obama on the Signing of the GCC-Brokered Agreement in Yemen
I welcome today’s action by the Yemeni government and the opposition to sign a political agreement brokered by the Gulf Cooperation Council to form a government of national unity within…