Statement by the President on the Senate Confirmation of John Bryson as Secretary of Commerce
As Secretary of Commerce, John Bryson will be a key member of my economic team, working with the business community to promote job creation, foster growth, and help open up…
President Obama Announces Another Key Administration Post
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individual to a key Administration post: Thomas M. Hoenig– Vice Chairman, Board of Directors of the…
Presidential Nominations Sent to the Senate
NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE: Bonnie L. Bassler, of New Jersey, to be a Member of the National Science Board, National Science Foundation for a term expiring May 10, 2016,…
Remarks by the President on the Death of Muammar Qaddafi
THE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon, everybody. Today, the government of Libya announced the death of Muammar Qaddafi. This marks the end of a long and painful chapter for the people of…
Remarks by the President at Presentation of the 2011 Presidential Citizens Medals
THE PRESIDENT: Thank you very much. (Applause.) Good afternoon, everyone. Welcome to the White House. This is one of my favorite events. We are here to recognize the winners of…
Remarks by President Obama and Prime Minister Stoltenberg After Bilateral Meeting Oval Office
PRESIDENT OBAMA: Hello, everybody. I am very happy to welcome Prime Minister Stoltenberg to the Oval Office, and his delegation to the United States. Michelle and I have incredibly fond…
First Lady Michelle Obama Announces Major Private Sector Commitment to Hire 25,000 Veterans and Military Spouses in Support of Joining Forces
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, while visiting Joint Base Langley-Eustis with President Obama on Day Three of the American Jobs Act bus tour, First Lady Michelle Obama announced that the American…
Statement by the President on the Attack in Turkey
The United States strongly condemns this morning’s outrageous terrorist attack against Turkey, one of our closest and strongest allies. On behalf of the American people, I offer my condolences to…
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: Carol J. Galante – Assistant Secretary and Federal Housing Commissioner, Department…
Remarks by the President and the First Lady on the American Jobs Act and Joining Forces
MRS. OBAMA: Hey, everyone! (Applause.) This is really cool. I’m very thrilled, very honored to be here. Number one, I never get to do anything with my husband. (Laughter.) I…