Statement by the President
I have now had the opportunity to review the Treasury Department watchdog’s report on its investigation of IRS personnel who improperly targeted conservative groups applying for tax-exempt status. And the…
Letter — Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Yemen
Dear Mr. Speaker: (Mr. President:) Section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)) provides for the automatic termination of a national emergency unless, within 90 days prior to…
Notice — Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Yemen
CONTINUATION OF THE NATIONAL EMERGENCY WITH RESPECT TO YEMEN On May 16, 2012, by Executive Order 13611, I declared a national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act…
Presidential Nominations Sent to the Senate
NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE: Ryan Clark Crocker, of Washington, to be a Member of the Broadcasting Board of Governors for a term expiring August 13, 2013, vice Victor H.…
Remarks by the First Lady at Eastern Kentucky University Commencement
MRS. OBAMA: Thank you so much. (Applause.) Oh, my goodness. Good evening. Thank you. I am just overwhelmed. And as an honorary degree holder, it is now my pleasure to…
Remarks by the President at a DNC Event — New York, NY
THE PRESIDENT: Thank you, everybody. Well, first of all, I have to thank Harvey and Georgina for once again extending incredible hospitality to us. We are so grateful for their…
Remarks by the President at a DNC Event — New York, NY
THE PRESIDENT: Well, first of all, I want to make sure everybody has got their food — (laughter) — because I don’t want to get in the way of dinner…
Remarks by the President at a DCCC/DSCC Event — New York, NY
THE PRESIDENT: (Applause.) Thank you, everybody. Thank you. (Applause.) Thank you so much. Thank you. Please, everybody have a seat. Well, first of all, thank you so much, Steve Israel,…
Statement by the President on Elections in Pakistan
I congratulate the people of Pakistan on the successful completion of yesterday’s parliamentary elections. The United States stands with all Pakistanis in welcoming this historic peaceful and transparent transfer of…
Growing the Housing Market and Supporting our Homeowners
WASHINGTON, DC— In this week’s address, President Obama said seven years after the real estate bubble burst, our housing market is healing. The administration’s policies have helped responsible homeowners save…