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NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE: Thomas Edgar Rothman, of Maryland, to be a Member of the National Council on the Arts for a term expiring September 3, 2016.  (New Position) Peter A. Selfridge, of Minnesota, to be Chief of Protocol,…

Dear Mr. Speaker: (Dear Mr. President:) I am providing this supplemental consolidated report, prepared by my Administration and consistent with the War Powers Resolution (Public Law 93-148), as part of my efforts to keep the Congress informed about deployments of…

The President today declared a major disaster exists in the State of California and ordered federal aid to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the area affected by the Rim Fire during the period of August 17 to October…

I thank the Senate for confirming Nina Pillard to be a judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, which for the first time, will have five active female judges on the bench.  Throughout her…

On Monday, January 13, President Obama will welcome the President of the Government of the Kingdom of Spain Mariano Rajoy Brey to the White House.  The visit will highlight the strength and depth of the United States’ relationship with Spain…

Vice President Biden spoke by phone this morning with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, expressing appreciation for the hospitality he received during his visit to Tokyo earlier this month.  The Vice President reaffirmed that the United States does not recognize…

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, President Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to key Administration posts: Thomas Rothman – Member, National Council on the Arts Peter A. Selfridge – Chief of Protocol, with the rank of Ambassador during…

The bipartisan agreement passed by the House today represents a positive step forward for the nation and our economy. The President called on Congress to work together on a budget that grows our economy faster, creates more jobs and makes…

The United States welcomes today’s signing of declarations ending the M23 rebellion in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. For too long, the people of the African Great Lakes region have suffered as a result of conflict and instability. Today’s signing…

Today’s announcement by Governor Branstad is great news for the thousands of Iowans who will now have access to quality, affordable health insurance coverage thanks to the Affordable Care Act. Iowa joins a growing number of states – led by…