Newseum Washington, D.C. 12:04 P.M. EST MRS. OBAMA: Thank you, everyone. Pardon my cough. I know somebody else out there has this cough. (Laughter.) But I want to start by thanking the Newseum for hosting us here today, and Barbara…
Archive: March 4, 2015
TO THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES: In accordance with language under the heading “Coast Guard, Operating Expenses” of the Department of Homeland SecurityAppropriations Act, 2015 (the “Act”), I hereby designate for Overseas Contingency Operations/Global War on Terrorism all funding…
Vice President Joe Biden spoke today with Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi. They discussed ongoing military operations in Iraq, including in Anbar and Salah ah Din provinces. The Vice President expressed his support for Prime Minister Abadi’s leadership of Iraq’s fight against…
NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE: John Conger, of Maryland, to be a Principal Deputy Under Secretary of Defense, vice Michael J. McCord, resigned. Gregory T. Delawie, of Virginia, a Career Member of the Senior Foreign Service, Class of Minister-Counselor, to…
On Wednesday, March 4, 2015, the President signed into law: H.R. 240, which makes appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2015, and for other purposes.
WASHINGTON, DC—Today, Vice President Biden announced the appointment of Caroline “Carrie” Bettinger-López as the new White House Advisor on Violence Against Women. Ms. Bettinger-López is a leading advocate for gender-based equality and human rights, who has worked at local, national,…
President Obama will welcome Prime Minister (Taoiseach) Enda Kenny of Ireland to the White House on Tuesday, March 17, to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and to discuss issues of mutual concern. The United States and Ireland enjoy a strong relationship;…
James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 12:52 P.M. EST MR. EARNEST: Good afternoon, everybody. It’s nice to see you all today. One quick announcement at the top before I get to your questions. This afternoon —…
