This afternoon, President Obama met with Members of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) at the White House, where they discussed a wide range of topics including the economy, criminal justice reform and trade. The President acknowledged the hard work and…
Archive: February 10, 2015
President Barack Obama today announced the designation of a Presidential Delegation to Berlin, Germany to attend the State Funeral of Former President Richard von Weizsäcker of the Federal Republic of Germany on February 11th, 2015. The Honorable John Emerson, U.S.…
President Obama today called President Vladimir Putin of Russia to address the escalating violence in eastern Ukraine and Russia’s ongoing support for the separatists there. President Obama reiterated America’s support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine. President Obama…
On Wednesday, February 11th, the Vice President will host a Medal of Valor ceremony with Attorney General Eric Holder. The Vice President and the Attorney General will deliver remarks at this ceremony. Below is background information on the Medal of…
President Obama is committed to addressing the impacts of climate change to protect future generations. As part of that effort, today, the Administration is launching a Clean Energy Investment Initiative and announcing a goal to catalyze $2 billion of expanded…
President Obama spoke today with President Petro Poroshenko of Ukraine regarding the situation in eastern Ukraine and the current talks on a cease-fire and peace deal. The President expressed his condolences for the continuing loss of life of Ukrainian citizens…
WATCH LIVE: At 11:00am ET, in honor of the opening of the Old Family Dining Room, First Lady Michelle Obama will surprise visitors on the White House public tour route. To watch live, click HERE. PHOTO: A downloadable photo of…
It is with profound sadness that we have learned of the death of Kayla Jean Mueller. On behalf of the American people, Michelle and I convey our deepest condolences to Kayla’s family – her parents, Marsha and Carl, and her…
The United States is deeply disappointed with Mr. Anwar’s conviction following a government appeal of the original verdict finding him not guilty. The decision to prosecute Mr. Anwar and the conduct of his trial have raised a number of serious…
James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 12:44 P.M. EST MR. EARNEST: Good afternoon, everybody. It’s nice to see you all. I don’t have any announcements to make at the start here, so, Julie, do you want to get…
