Readout of the Vice President’s Call with Iraqi Prime Minister-designate Haider al-Abadi
Vice President Joe Biden called Iraqi Prime Minister-designate Haider al-Abadi this afternoon. The Vice President emphasized that continuing progress, under Dr. Abadi’s leadership, toward forming a new government has been…
Readout of the Vice President’s Call with President Aquino of the Philippines
Vice President Biden spoke with President Aquino of the Philippines today to express U.S. support for the Filipino peacekeepers currently surrounded by armed non-state groups in the Golan Heights. The…
Statement by the President
James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 4:09 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon, everybody. I want to say a few words on a number of topics and take a few…
STATEMENT BY THE PRESIDENT
James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 4:09 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon, everybody. I want to say a few words on a number of topics and take a few…
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: Michael P. Botticelli – Director, Office of National Drug Control Policy…
Readout of the President’s Call with Chancellor Merkel of Germany
The President spoke again today with Chancellor Merkel of Germany concerning the ongoing crisis in Ukraine. The two leaders are very concerned about reports of additional Russian forces in Ukraine.…
Readout of the President’s Call with Chancellor Merkel of Germany
The President spoke again today with Chancellor Merkel of Germany concerning the ongoing crisis in Ukraine. The two leaders are very concerned about reports of additional Russian forces in Ukraine.…
Statement by the Press Secretary on the Visit of President Petro Poroshenko of Ukraine
President Obama will host President Petro Poroshenko of Ukraine at the White House on Thursday, September 18. The visit will highlight the United States’ firm commitment to stand with Ukraine…
Readout of the President’s Meeting with the National Security Council on Iraq and ISIL
This afternoon the President met with his National Security Council to discuss the situation in Iraq, our ongoing efforts to support the Iraqi government, and our comprehensive strategy to counter…
Remarks by the President to the American Legion National Convention
Charlotte Convention Center Charlotte, North Carolina 12:07 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you so much. Please, everybody, have a seat. Hello, Legionnaires! AUDIENCE: Hello! THE PRESIDENT: I want to thank…