Statement by NSC Spokesperson Caitlin Hayden on Ukraine
We are deeply concerned by the violence taking place today on the streets of Kyiv and urge all sides to immediately de-escalate the situation. The increasing tension in Ukraine is…
Obama raises federal contractors’ wages to $10.10, applicable to new contracts
Despite Obama’s attempts to raise the minimum wage in the United States, Congress has stalled his efforts. However, the President plans to use his executive powers so as to deal…
Weekly Address: Making 2014 a Year of Action to Expand Opportunities for the Middle Class
WASHINGTON, DC—In this week’s address, President Obama said 2014 will be a year of action, and called on both parties to help make this a breakthrough year for the United…
Statement by the Press Secretary on the attack in Kabul
The United States joins the international community in condemning the Taliban’s attack on a restaurant in Kabul, Afghanistan, which has killed 21 civilians and injured others. We send condolences to…
Readout of Vice President Biden’s Call with Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki
This afternoon, Vice President Biden spoke with Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki. The Vice President discussed with Prime Minister Maliki the United States’ support for Iraq’s fight against the Islamist…
Remarks by the President on Review of Signals Intelligence
Department of Justice Washington, D.C. 11:15 A.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: At the dawn of our Republic, a small, secret surveillance committee borne out of the “The Sons of Liberty” was…
Remarks by the President at Appropriations Bill Signing
New Executive Office Building Washington, D.C. 5:05 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Hello, everybody. Have a seat, have a seat. Now, this is not usually where I do bill signings. (Laughter.)…
Presidential Policy Directive — Signals Intelligence Activities
PRESIDENTIAL POLICY DIRECTIVE/PPD-28 SUBJECT: Signals Intelligence Activities The United States, like other nations, has gathered intelligence throughout its history to ensure that national security and foreign policy decisionmakers have access…
Statement from the President on the Retirement of Senator Tom Coburn
Those of us who have had the privilege of serving with Tom Coburn will be sad to lose him as a colleague here in Washington. Tom and I entered the…
Readout of National Security Advisor Susan E. Rice’s Meeting with Japanese National Security Advisor Shotaro Yachi at the White House
Today National Security Advisor Susan E. Rice hosted Japanese National Security Advisor Shotaro Yachi for a meeting at the White House. During the meeting, they agreed to frequent regular communications…