President Obama Signs Mississippi Disaster Declaration
The President today declared a major disaster exists in the State of Mississippi and ordered Federal aid to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the area affected by severe…
Readout of the President’s Call with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe
The President spoke to Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe today to discuss North Korea’s nuclear test and to consult on steps to respond to this highly provocative violation of North…
Remarks by the President in the State of the Union Address
THE PRESIDENT: Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, members of Congress, fellow citizens: Fifty-one years ago, John F. Kennedy declared to this chamber that “the Constitution makes us not rivals for…
Remarks by the First Lady at the Beasts of the Southern Wild Workshop
MRS. OBAMA: Hi! How is everybody? You guys good? Good morning! AUDIENCE: Good morning. MRS. OBAMA: I am thrilled, beyond thrilled. You guys excited to be here? AUDIENCE: Yes! MRS.…
Remarks by the President on Manufacturing — Asheville, NC
THE PRESIDENT: Hello, everybody! (Applause.) Hello, North Carolina! (Applause.) It is good to be back. I love coming to Asheville. (Applause.) Love coming to Asheville. Michelle and I always talk…
Statement by the President on North Korean Announcement of Nuclear Test
North Korea announced today that it conducted a third nuclear test. This is a highly provocative act that, following its December 12 ballistic missile launch, undermines regional stability, violates North…
Guest List for the First Lady’s Box at the State of the Union Address
First Lady Michelle Obama Dr. Jill Biden Valerie Jarrett, Senior Advisor to the President The following individuals will be seated in the box with the First Lady and Dr. Biden…
Readout of the President’s Call with Republic of Korea President Lee Myung-bak
The President spoke to Republic of Korea President Lee Myung-bak this morning to consult and coordinate on the response to North Korea’s announced nuclear test. The two leaders condemned this…
Statement from the President on the Senate Passage of the Violence Against Women Act
Today the Senate passed a strong bipartisan bill to reauthorize and strengthen the Violence Against Women Act. This important step shows what we can do when we come together across…
Statement by Vice President Biden on the Violence Against Women Act
Today, the Senate passed the Violence Against Women Act with overwhelming bipartisan support. This law has been incredibly effective and I hope the House will vote without delay to renew…