President Obama Signs Mississippi Disaster Declaration
The President today declared a major disaster exists in the State of Mississippi and ordered federal aid to supplement state, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the area affected by…
Readout of the President’s Call with French President Francois Hollande
President Obama called French President Hollande from Air Force One this afternoon to personally offer his condolences and to express solidarity after this morning’s horrific terrorist attack in Paris. The…
Statement by the President on the Celebration of Orthodox Christmas
Michelle and I wish all Orthodox Christians in the United States and in the diverse Orthodox communities throughout the world a blessed and joyous Christmas. During this season of peace…
East Wing Announcement
The White House today announced that Debra “Deb” Eschmeyer will be joining the staff as the Executive Director of Let’s Move! and Senior Policy Advisor for Nutrition Policy. The role…
President Obama Announces More Key Administration Posts
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to key Administration posts: Patricia Cahill – Member, Board of Directors of the Corporation for…
Presidential Nominations Sent to the Senate
NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE: Patricia D. Cahill, of Missouri, to be a Member of the Board of Directors of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting for a term expiring January…
Presidential Nominations Sent to the Senate
NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE: Walter A. Barrows, of Ohio, to be a Member of the Railroad Retirement Board for a term expiring August 28, 2019. (Reappointment) Allison Beck, of…
Statement by the President on the Retirement of Senator Barbara Boxer
Barbara Boxer is more than a Senator – she’s an institution. She’s served the people of California for more than three decades with distinction, fighting for the issues that are…
Statement by the Vice President on the Retirement of Senator Barbara Boxer
Barbara Boxer has been my soul mate in the Senate for a long time. She and Stew have been close friends of Jill and mine for many years. I have…
Statement by the Press Secretary on Boston’s nomination to host the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games
The President and First Lady extend their congratulations to the City of Boston on its nomination by the United States Olympic Committee to host the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games.…