Statement by the Press Secretary on H.R. 6156
On Friday, December 14, 2012, the President signed into law: H.R. 6156, the “Russia and Moldova Jackson-Vanik Repeal and Sergei Magnitsky Rule of Law Accountability Act of 2012,” which authorizes…
Message to Congress — D.C. Budget and Financial Plan
TO THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES: Pursuant to my constitutional authority and as contemplated by section 446 of the District of Columbia Self-Government and Governmental Reorganization Act as amended…
Statement by the President on the School Shooting in Newtown, CT
James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 3:15 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: This afternoon, I spoke with Governor Malloy and FBI Director Mueller. I offered Governor Malloy my condolences on behalf…
Remarks by the First Lady at Children’s National Medical Center
Children’s National Medical Center Washington, D.C. 2:59 P.M. EST Q What are you getting for the President for Christmas? MRS. OBAMA: Oh. Well, I can’t tell. Look, they’re going to…
Statement by the President on Ambassador Rice
Today, I spoke to Ambassador Susan Rice, and accepted her decision to remove her name from consideration for Secretary of State. For two decades, Susan has proven to be an…
Remarks by the President at a Hanukkah Reception
East Room 7:50 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Good evening, everybody. AUDIENCE: Good evening. THE PRESIDENT: Well, thank you for coming to the White House tonight to celebrate the sixth night…
Statement from NSC Spokesman Tommy Vietor on North Korea’s Missile Launch
North Korea’s launch today—using ballistic missile technology despite express prohibitions by United Nations Security Council resolutions—is a highly provocative act that threatens regional security, directly violates United Nations Security Council…
Remarks by the First Lady at Toys for Tots Service Project
Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling Washington, D.C. 2:35 P.M. EST MRS. OBAMA: Well, good afternoon, everyone. It is truly a pleasure, as always, to be here. I want to start by thanking…
Statement by the Press Secretary on the Presidential Election in Ghana
The United States congratulates President John Dramani Mahama and the people of Ghana for the successful election on December 7. Nearly 80% of the electorate voted, continuing the Ghanaian tradition…
Statement by the President on the Departure of Princeton Lyman
For the last two years, Ambassador Princeton Lyman has served as my Special Envoy to Sudan and South Sudan, building on a long legacy of dedicated service in the United…