As Commander in Chief, I am deeply grateful for the service of all our men and women in uniform, and grieve for the loss of those who suffer from the wounds of war – seen and unseen. Since taking office,…
Category: Statement and Releases
Background on the President’s Twitter Town Hall Today The Twitter Town Hall will be moderated by Jack Dorsey, Twitter co-founder and Executive Chairman. The audience consists of 140 guests, including over 30 White House “Tweetup” participants from across the country…
Following up on their brief conversation in Rome on June 2, Vice President Biden and Kosovo President Atifete Jahjaga spoke on the telephone today. The Vice President reiterated his congratulations on President Jahjaga’s election and stressed the United States’ continuing,…
President Barack Obama today announced the designation of a Presidential Delegation to the Republic of South Sudan to attend the ceremony marking the Declaration of the Independence of the Republic of South Sudan on July 9, 2011. The Honorable Susan…
This afternoon, President Obama dropped by a meeting between National Security Advisor Tom Donilon and President-elect of Peru Ollanta Humala in the Roosevelt Room. The President again congratulated President-elect Humala on his electoral victory and underscored the value of the…
WASHINGTON – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to key Administration posts: Matan Koch, Member, National Council on Disability Stephanie Orlando, Member, National Council on Disability The President also announced his intent to appoint…
The President met today with Ambassador Ryan Crocker and Lieutenant General John Allen to discuss the way forward in Afghanistan. Vice President Biden, National Security Advisor Donilon, Secretary Panetta and Admiral Mullen also joined the meeting. The President and his…
President Obama welcomes the launch of the National Dialogue in Bahrain, which represents an important moment of promise for the people of Bahrain. The United States commends King Hamad bin Isa al-Khalifa for his leadership in initiating the dialogue. We…
Today, President Obama will announce his intent to nominate Matthew Olsen as the Director of the National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC). Mr. Olsen will play a key role on the President’s national security team – bringing a strong voice and critical…
WASHINGTON, DC – The Council of Economic Advisers today released its latest quarterly report on the economic impact of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. The report shows that the Recovery Act continues to play a key role in supporting…
