Category: June 2012

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…

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…

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…

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.…

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.)…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Donnelly Armory Chicago, Illinois 2:24 P.M. CDT MRS. OBAMA: Thank you, everyone. Please be seated. It is great to be back home in Chicago, especially on what is a very…