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Archive: September 25, 2014

MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF STATE SUBJECT:      Certification Concerning U.S. Participation in the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic Consistent with Section 2005 of the American Servicemembers’ Protection Act By the authority vested in…

NationNATIONAL HUNTING AND FISHING DAY, 2014 – – – – – – – BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Across America, hunting and fishing connect people of all ages to our Nation’s splendor, instilling a…

NATIONAL PUBLIC LANDS DAY, 2014 – – – – – – – BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION From sandy beaches to snow-capped mountain tops, America’s vast and varied landscapes stretch the breadth of our…

GOLD STAR MOTHER’S AND FAMILY’S DAY, 2014 – – – – – – – BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION For generations, mothers and families have given a piece of their heart to our Nation…

Aboard Air Force One En Route Andrews Air Force Base   **Please see below for a correction to the transcript, marked with an asterisk. 2:58 P.M. EDT MR. EARNEST:  Good afternoon, everybody.  I don’t have any announcements at the top, but…

United Nations Building New York City, New York 11:15 A.M. EDT PRESIDENT OBAMA:  Mr. Secretary-General, thank you for bringing us together today to address an urgent threat to the people of West Africa, but also a potential threat to the…

The President today declared a major disaster exists in the State of Michigan and ordered federal aid to supplement state, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the area affected by severe storms and flooding during the period of August 11-13,…

The President spoke briefly today with President Erdogan from Air Force One to discuss our work together to counter the threat posed by ISIL in Iraq and Syria, including steps we can take to advance our already strong cooperation.  The…

Vice President Biden met today with Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi. They discussed political, diplomatic, and security developments in Iraq. The Prime Minister discussed his government’s national program and commitment to address longstanding political disputes as part of an effort to…

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to appoint the following individuals to key Administration posts: Jill Appell – Member, Advisory Committee for Trade Policy and Negotiations C. Fred Bergsten – Member, Advisory Committee for Trade Policy…