President Obama applauds those countries that supported the amendment offered by the United States to ensure that “sexual orientation” remains covered by the United Nations resolution on extrajudicial, summary, and arbitrary execution.   Killing people because of their sexual orientation cannot…

The President and Vice President each spoke to Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki today to congratulate him on the formation of an inclusive government of national partnership that reflects the results of the national election. The President underscored U.S. support…

WASHINGTON – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to appoint the following individuals to key Administration posts: Jerry Patterson, State Representative, Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Task Force Alice T. Perry, State Representative, Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Task Force The…

Today’s decision will help preserve the free and open nature of the Internet while encouraging innovation, protecting consumer choice, and defending free speech. Throughout this process, parties on all sides of this issue – from consumer groups to technology companies…

Today, Iraq’s political leaders delivered what Iraq’s people deserved and expected: an inclusive, national partnership government that reflects the results of Iraq’s elections.   I especially want to congratulate Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki, Iraqiyya leader Ayad Allawi and Kurdistan Regional…

Today’s vote in the Council of Representatives is a significant moment in Iraq’s history and a major step forward in advancing national unity.  I congratulate Iraq’s political leaders, the members of the Council of Representatives, and the Iraqi people on…