Readout of President Obama’s Videoconference with Ambassador Crocker and General Allen
President Obama and his national security team were briefed today by U.S. Ambassador to Afghanistan Ryan Crocker and Commander of NATO’s International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) General John Allen about…
President Obama to Travel to Minnesota, Begin Three-Day Economic Bus Tour
WASHINGTON – On Monday August 15th, the President will travel to Minnesota to begin his three-day economic bus tour in the Midwest. The arrival of Air Force One at Minneapolis-St.…
Remarks by the President during Iftar Dinner
THE PRESIDENT: Thank you. Thank you so much. (Applause.) Everyone, please have a seat, have a seat. Good evening, everyone, and welcome to the White House. Tonight is part of…
Readout of President Obama’s Phone Call with Prime Minister Netanyahu
President Obama spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu today to consult on regional issues and efforts to achieve Middle East peace. The Prime Minister expressed appreciation for U.S. support for…
Readout of the President’s Meeting with Chairman Bernanke
The President and Chairman Bernanke met today in the Oval Office to discuss the economy and global recovery. They were joined by Secretary Geithner, Chief of Staff Daley and NEC…
Expected Attendees at the White House Iftar Dinner
This evening, the President will continue a White House tradition of hosting an Iftar celebrating Ramadan in the State Dining Room. This is the third Iftar hosted by the President.…
White House Announces First Ever Oil Savings Standards for Heavy Duty Trucks, Buses
WASHINGTON – Today, President Obama will meet with industry officials to discuss the first of their kind fuel efficiency and greenhouse gas pollution standards for work trucks, buses, and other…
White House Announces Ron Bloom to Step Down From His Position as Assistant to the President for Manufacturing Policy
WASHINGTON – Today, the White House announced Ron Bloom will be stepping down from his position as the Assistant to the President for Manufacturing Policy at the end of August.…
President Obama to Travel to the Midwest on a Three-Day Economic Bus Tour
On August 15-17, President Obama will travel to the Midwest on a three-day economic bus tour, making stops in southern Minnesota, northeastern Iowa and western Illinois. The President will discuss…
Remarks by the President at a DNC Event in Washington, DC
THE PRESIDENT: Thank you, everybody. Thank you. All right, everybody have a seat here. Thank you so much. It is wonderful to be here. And I was doing a quick…