As part of the National Export Initiative, President Obama noted that the Asia-Pacific region – with its tremendous economic growth and its large and growing middle class – is a key market for U.S. exports. Those exports are generating jobs…
Category: Statement and Releases
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, President Obama nominated Roy Wallace McLeese III to serve on the District of Columbia Court of Appeals. “Throughout his career, Roy Wallace McLeese III has shown unwavering integrity and an outstanding commitment to public service,” said…
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, President Obama nominated Judge Gershwin A. Drain to serve on the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan. “Judge Gershwin A. Drain will bring an unwavering commitment to fairness and judicial integrity to…
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, President Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to key Administration posts: Sara Gelser – Member, National Council on Disability Peggy Sherry – Chief Financial Officer, Department of Homeland Security President Obama said, “I…
NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE: Gershwin A. Drain, of Michigan, to be United States District Judge for the Eastern District of Michigan, vice Bernard A. Friedman, retired. Roy Wallace McLeese III, of the District of Columbia, to be an Associate…
The President today declared a major disaster exists in the Commonwealth of Virginia and ordered Federal aid to supplement commonwealth and local recovery efforts in the area affected by the Remnants of Tropical Storm Lee during the period of September…
The President today declared a major disaster exists in the State of Connecticut and ordered Federal aid to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the area affected by a severe storm during the period of October 29-30, 2011. Federal…
Grand Hyatt Bali, Indonesia 9:20 A.M. WITA THE PRESIDENT: Well, I just want to make a brief statement. This is a remarkable example of the trade investment and commercial opportunities that exist in the Asia Pacific region. For the last…
I want to congratulate Republicans and Democrats in Congress for coming together to pass these tax credits that will encourage businesses to hire America’s veterans. No veteran who fought for our country should have to fight for a job when…
November 16, 2011 Today, Prime Minister Gillard and President Obama announced two new force posture initiatives that will significantly enhance defence cooperation between Australia and the United States. Coming on the 60th anniversary of the ANZUS Alliance, these initiatives strengthen…
