James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 12:47 P.M. EDT MR. CARNEY: Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen. Welcome to the White House. I don’t have any announcements at the top, so I’ll go straight to the Associated Press. Julie. Q Thanks,…
Archive: March 11, 2014
WASHINGTON, DC — As part of his commitment to make 2014 a year of action using his pen and phone, President Obama today signed a proclamation to establish the first shoreline addition to the California Coastal National Monument. Using his…
On March 18th, 2014, President Barack Obama will award 24 Army veterans the Medal of Honor for conspicuous gallantry. These veterans will receive the Medal of Honor in recognition of their valor during major combat operations in World War II, the…
As we reflect on the third anniversary of the terrible tragedy of the Great East Japan Earthquake, we continue to remember the profound suffering that occurred from this tragic event. March 11 is a solemn day to remember those who…
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, President Barack Obama nominated Leslie Joyce Abrams to serve on the United States District Court for the Middle District of Georgia. “Leslie Joyce Abrams has had a distinguished legal career and I am honored to ask…
NOMINATION SENT TO THE SENATE: Leslie Joyce Abrams, of Georgia, to be United States District Judge for the Middle District of Georgia, vice W. Louis Sands, retiring.
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to appoint the following individual to a key Administration post: Andrew Jackson – Assistant Secretary for Management, Department of Education President Obama also announced his appointment of the following individuals…
While in Chile to attend the inauguration of President Michelle Bachelet, Vice President Biden met with leaders from across Latin America yesterday and today to discuss a range of important issues facing the Americas. Yesterday, Vice President Biden met with…
Oval Office 10:46 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: As some of you know, in my State of the Union address I talked about taking any actions that I could to ensure that this incredible gift of American lands, the natural bounty…
Good afternoon everyone. It’s really great to be back at the State Department and to be among so many good friends and colleagues, so thank you for welcoming me. And I want to begin, not to start by calling you…
