Readout of the President’s Call with Clint Dempsey and Tim Howard
Today, the President called US Men’s National Team captain Clint Dempsey and goalkeeper Tim Howard to commend them on their leadership and the team’s performance during the 2014 World Cup…
Remarks by the President Before Cabinet Meeting
Cabinet Room 11:04 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: I thought I’d get the Cabinet together this morning because we all know that America will be busy this afternoon. (Laughter.) Go, Team…
Remarks by the First Lady to the American School Counselor Association Annual Conference — Orlando, Florida
The Dolphin Hotel Orlando, Florida 11:42 A.M. EDT MRS. OBAMA: Yes! (Applause.) How is everybody feeling today? (Applause.) It is really, really my pleasure. You guys, rest yourselves. You work…
Remarks by the President on the Economy
Georgetown Waterfront Washington, D.C. 2:22 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Well, hello, everybody. Have a seat, have a seat. It’s hot. (Laughter.) It’s hot out — Anthony, take off your coat,…
Letter from the President — Change in Export Controls for High Performance Computers
Dear Mr. Chairman: In accordance with the provisions of section 1211(d) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1998 (Public Law 105-85), I hereby notify you of my…
Dr. Jill Biden Arrives in Lusaka, Zambia to Highlight Women’s Empowerment
Dr. Jill Biden has arrived in Lusaka, Zambia, her first stop on a three-country visit to Africa. Dr. Biden is joined by Rajiv Shah, Administrator of the United States Agency…
Remarks by President Obama and President Michelle Bachelet of Chile Before Bilateral Meeting
Oval Office 11:05 A.M. EDT PRESIDENT OBAMA: Well, I want to welcome back to the Oval Office President Bachelet. She is my second favorite Michelle. (Laughter.) And I’m very much…
Remarks by the President on Border Security and Immigration Reform
Rose Garden 3:04 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon, everybody. One year ago this month, senators of both parties –- with support from the business, labor, law enforcement, faith communities…
Remarks by the President at Nomination of Robert McDonald as Secretary of Veterans Affairs
Department of Veterans Affairs Washington, D.C. 4:34 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon, everybody. Please be seated. Let me start by thanking Acting Secretary Gibson for welcoming us here today.…
Remarks by the President at Pride Month Celebration
East Room 5:40 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello, everybody. (Applause.) Well, I want to thank Jim and Patrick. First of all, I think they supported me in my state Senate…