Letter — Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Actions of the Government of Syria
Dear Mr. Speaker: (Dear 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…
Notice — Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Actions of the Government of Syria
NOTICE – – – – – – – CONTINUATION OF THE NATIONAL EMERGENCY WITH RESPECT TO ACTIONS OF THE GOVERNMENT OF SYRIA On May 11, 2004, pursuant to his authority…
Readout of the Vice President’s Call with Cypriot President Nicos Anastasiades
Vice President Joe Biden spoke today with Republic of Cyprus President Nicos Anastasiades about the conflict settlement process, bilateral relations, and the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The Vice President underscored the importance…
Statement by the President on the Passing of Jim Wright
Michelle and I were saddened to learn of the passing of Former Congressman and Speaker of the House Jim Wright. Jim represented the people of his beloved Texas for over…
Readout of Vice President Biden’s Meeting with Iraqi Kurdistan Regional President Masoud Barzani
This morning, Vice President Joe Biden hosted Iraqi Kurdistan Regional President Masoud Barzani at the Naval Observatory for breakfast. The Vice President underscored the United States’ strong commitment to working…
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: Karen DeSalvo – Assistant Secretary for Health, Department of Health and…
President Obama to Recognize Emerging Global Entrepreneurs
WASHINGTON, DC – On Monday, May 11th, the White House will bring together emerging entrepreneurs from across the United States and around the world to highlight the importance of investing…
Remarks by the President at Nomination of General Joe Dunford as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs, and General Paul Selva as Vice Chairman
Rose Garden *Please see below for a correction, marked with an asterisk. 11:57 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Good morning. As Americans, we are blessed with the strongest military the world…
Statement by the Press Secretary
The Congressional Republican budget conference agreement that Senate Republicans passed this evening serves as a reminder of what Republicans in the House and Senate can agree on: underfunding investments that…
Readout of the President and Vice President’s Meeting with Iraqi Kurdistan Region President Masoud Barzani
President Obama participated in a meeting at the White House with Vice President Biden and Masoud Barzani, President of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. They discussed a range of issues,…