Statement by the President on the Passing of Andy Griffith
Michelle and I were saddened to hear about the passing of Andy Griffith this morning. A performer of extraordinary talent, Andy was beloved by generations of fans and revered by…
President Obama to Sign Transportation and Student Loan Interest Rate Bill at Event with Construction Workers, Students
WASHINGTON—On Friday, July 6, in the late afternoon, President Obama will hold an event at the White House with construction workers and college students to sign HR 4348, which will…
President Obama Signs Florida Disaster Declaration
The President today declared a major disaster exists in the State of Florida and ordered Federal aid to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the area affected by Tropical…
President Obama Announces Presidential Delegation to the Republic of Korea to attend United States National Day at the Yeosu Expo 2012
President Barack Obama today announced the designation of a Presidential Delegation to the Republic of Korea to attend the United States National Day at the Yeosu Expo 2012. The Honorable…
Readout of President Obama’s Call to President-elect Peña Nieto of Mexico
Today the President called Enrique Peña Nieto, President-elect of Mexico, to congratulate him on his victory based on the initial results issued by Mexico’s electoral authorities. The two leaders reaffirmed…
Statement by the President on Last Night’s Crash of North Carolina Air National Guard C-130
Yesterday, a military C-130 from the North Carolina Air National Guard crashed while supporting firefighting efforts in South Dakota. The full details are still under investigation, but the crew of…
Obama’s Campaign Focuses On Romney’s Wealth, and His Former Company, Bain Capital
Obama’s campaign is now focusing on Romney’s wealth so as to portray him as a candidate who is completely out of touch with the average American. Recently, the Democrats have…
Statement by the Press Secretary on European Union Actions on Iranian Oil
The United States welcomes the European Union’s prohibition of all Iranian crude oil imports and other sanctions on Iran’s oil industry, which go into full effect today. This collective decision…
Statement by the Press Secretary on Recent Attacks in Kenya
The United States strongly condemns the recent attacks on innocent civilians attending church services in Kenya. The attacks on two churches in Garissa follow shortly after the killing of one…
President Obama Signs West Virginia Emergency Declaration
The President today declared an emergency exists in the State of West Virginia and ordered federal aid to supplement state and local response efforts due to the emergency conditions resulting…