Category: Oct2013

Vice President Biden met today with the Prime Minister of Romania, Victor Ponta. The Vice President reaffirmed the enduring U.S. commitment to a strategic partnership with Romania and thanked the…

The President today declared a major disaster exists in the State of Kansas and ordered federal aid to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the area affected by severe…

Rose Garden 11:33 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Everybody, have a seat. MS. BAKER: Hello. My name is Janice Baker. I have the privilege to say that I’m the first person…

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, President Obama announced that he has designated Judge Patricia E. Campbell-Smith to be the Chief Judge of the U.S. Court of Federal Claims. “I am proud…

The President spoke today with President Hollande of France. The United States and France are allies and friends, and share a close working relationship on a wide range of issues,…

Remarks of President Barack Obama Weekly Address The White House October 19, 2013 Hi everybody. This week, because Democrats and responsible Republicans came together, the government was reopened, and the…

Rose Garden 2:06 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon, everybody. Please have a seat. As President, my most solemn responsibility is the safety and security of the American people. And…

Michelle and I were saddened to learn of the passing of Congressman C.W. Bill Young. For over 50 years Bill served the people of Florida, both in the state legislature…

Today, America has lost a legend of the United States Congress. For thirty years, Tom Foley represented the people of Washington’s 5th district with skill, dedication, and a deep commitment…

Jill and I were saddened to hear of the passing of former Speaker Tom Foley. Tom was a good friend and a dedicated public servant. It was an honor to…