Readout of the White House Call with Governors
Today, the White House hosted a call with a bipartisan group of 34 governors from across the country to provide information about existing refugee admissions policies and security screening measures.…
Remarks by President Obama and President Aquino of the Republic of the Philippines after Bilateral Meeting
Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila Manila, Philippines 9:12 A.M. PHT PRESIDENT AQUINO: I’m honored to welcome our very good friend, President Barack Obama, and his delegation to the Philippines. Prior to…
Remarks by President Obama After Touring the BRP Gregorio del Pilar
Manila Harbor Manila, Philippines 2:51 P.M. PHT PRESIDENT OBAMA: Good afternoon, everybody. It is wonderful to be back in the Philippines. And I want to thank Secretary Gazmin, General Iriberri,…
Remarks by President Obama and Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull of the Commonwealth of Australia after Bilateral Meeting
Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila Manila, Philippines 4:47 P.M. PHT PRESIDENT OBAMA: Well, it is a wonderful opportunity for me to have a lengthy discussion with new Prime Minister Turnbull and…
Remarks by The First Lady at National Arts And Humanities Youth Program Awards
East Room 2:31 P.M. EST MRS. OBAMA: Well, good afternoon, everyone. And welcome to the White House for the 2015 National Arts and Humanities Youth Program awards. Let me begin…
Remarks By The First Lady During A Student Workshop As Part Of “Broadway At The White House”
State Dining Room 11:24 A.M. EST MRS. OBAMA: Look at you guys! (Applause.) You guys, thank you. Rest yourselves. Well, good morning. AUDIENCE: Good morning. MRS. OBAMA: And one of…
Remarks By The First Lady Michelle Obama At “Broadway At The White House”
East Room 4:26 P.M. EST MRS. OBAMA: Thanks so much. (Applause.) Rest yourselves. Yes, I agree, it’s too loud! (Laughter.) Well, good afternoon, everyone, and welcome to Broadway at the…
Remarks by President Obama and President Erdogan of Turkey
Regnum Carya Resort Antalya, Turkey 11:50 A.M. EET PRESIDENT ERDOGAN: (As interpreted.) Distinguished members of the press, we have just completed our meeting with my dear friend, President Barack Obama.…
Remarks by President Obama and President Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey after Bilateral Meeting
Regnum Carya Resort Antalya, Turkey 11:50 A.M. EET PRESIDENT ERDOGAN: (As interpreted.) Distinguished members of the press, we have just completed our meeting with my dear friend, President Barack Obama.…
Weekly Address: Giving Veterans their Chance
WASHINGTON, DC — In this week’s address, President Obama honored our nation’s veterans, who have served and sacrificed in defense of our country. This past week, Americans came together on…