Statement by NSC Spokesperson Bernadette Meehan on Conviction of Malaysian Opposition Leader Anwar Ibrahim
The United States is deeply disappointed with Mr. Anwar’s conviction following a government appeal of the original verdict finding him not guilty. The decision to prosecute Mr. Anwar and the…
Statement by the President on the Death of Kayla Jean Mueller
It is with profound sadness that we have learned of the death of Kayla Jean Mueller. On behalf of the American people, Michelle and I convey our deepest condolences to…
First Lady Michelle Obama Announces Opening of Old Family Dining Room on Public Tour Route
WATCH LIVE: At 11:00am ET, in honor of the opening of the Old Family Dining Room, First Lady Michelle Obama will surprise visitors on the White House public tour route.…
Readout of the President’s Call with President Poroshenko of Ukraine
President Obama spoke today with President Petro Poroshenko of Ukraine regarding the situation in eastern Ukraine and the current talks on a cease-fire and peace deal. The President expressed his…
Vice President Biden to Host Medal of Valor Ceremony with Attorney General Holder
On Wednesday, February 11th, the Vice President will host a Medal of Valor ceremony with Attorney General Eric Holder. The Vice President and the Attorney General will deliver remarks at…
Readout of the President’s Call with President Putin of Russia
President Obama today called President Vladimir Putin of Russia to address the escalating violence in eastern Ukraine and Russia’s ongoing support for the separatists there. President Obama reiterated America’s support…
President Obama Announces Presidential Delegation to attend the State Funeral of Former President Richard von Weizsäcker of the Federal Republic of Germany
President Barack Obama today announced the designation of a Presidential Delegation to Berlin, Germany to attend the State Funeral of Former President Richard von Weizsäcker of the Federal Republic of…
Readout of the President’s Meeting with the Congressional Black Caucus
This afternoon, President Obama met with Members of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) at the White House, where they discussed a wide range of topics including the economy, criminal justice…
Readout of the President’s Call with President Xi of China
The President spoke to Chinese President Xi Jinping on February 10 to review progress in the development of U.S.-China relations and to look ahead to opportunities to grow bilateral relations…
Letter from the President — Authorization for the Use of United States Armed Forces in connection with the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant
TO THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES: The so-called Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) poses a threat to the people and stability of Iraq, Syria, and the…