Statement by the Press Secretary on the Presidential Election in Tunisia
President Obama congratulates President-elect Beji Caid Essebsi on his victory and the people of Tunisia on the successful conclusion of the first presidential election under the new constitution, a vital…
President Obama Signs New York Disaster Declaration
The President today declared a major disaster exists in the State of New York and ordered federal aid to supplement state, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the area affected…
Year of Action: A Final Progress Report on The Obama Administration’s Actions to Help Create Opportunity for All Americans
In last year’s final press conference, I said that 2014 would be a year of action and would be a breakthrough year for America. And it has been … We…
President Obama Announces More Key Administration Posts
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individual to a key Administration post: Sally Q. Yates – Deputy Attorney General, Department of Justice…
Statement by the President on the Stormont House Agreement in Northern Ireland
I and Vice President Biden welcome the news from Belfast this morning that the political parties of Northern Ireland, together with the governments of the United Kingdom and Ireland, have…
Statement by Principal Deputy Press Secretary Eric Schultz on D.C. District Court Ruling Dismissing Immigration Lawsuit
Judge Howell’s decision today confirms what the Department of Justice and scholars throughout the country have been saying all along: the President’s executive actions on immigration are lawful. The Supreme…
Statement from the President and the First Lady on Kwanzaa
Michelle and I extend our warmest wishes to those celebrating Kwanzaa this holiday season. Today begins a celebration highlighting the rich African American heritage and culture through the seven principles…
Statement by the President on the End of the Combat Mission in Afghanistan
Today’s ceremony in Kabul marks a milestone for our country. For more than 13 years, ever since nearly 3,000 innocent lives were taken from us on 9/11, our nation has…
Statement by the Press Secretary on Indonesia Air Asia Flight 8501
The United States offers condolences to the families and loved ones of those who perished on Indonesia Air Asia Flight 8501, and our thoughts and prayers are with those who…
Remarks by the President After Meeting with Elected Officials, Community and Faith Leaders, and Law Enforcement Officials on How Communities and Law Enforcement Can Work Together to Build Trust to Strengthen Neighborhoods Across the Country
Eisenhower Executive Office Building 4:52 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: As I said last week in the wake of the grand jury decision, I think Ferguson laid bare a problem that…