Statement by the President on Burma »
Today marks the beginning of a new chapter in the relationship between the United States and Burma. Since I announced a new U.S. opening to Burma in November, President Thein Sein, Aung San Suu Kyi and the people of Burma have made significant progress along the path to democracy. The United States has pledged to [...]
President Obama Amends Vermont Disaster Declaration »
The President today made additional disaster assistance available to the State of Vermont by authorizing an increase in the level of Federal funding for Public Assistance projects undertaken as a result of Tropical Storm Irene during the period of August 27 to September 2, 2011. Under the President’s major disaster declaration issued for the State [...]
Statement by the Press Secretary on Today’s Executive Order on Yemen’s Peace, Security, and Stability »
Today, President Obama signed an Executive Order authorizing sanctions to be imposed on individuals and entities who threaten the peace, security, and stability of Yemen by disrupting the political transition. This Executive Order will allow the United States to take action against those who seek to undermine Yemen’s transition and the Yemeni peoples’ clear desire [...]
Message to Congress — Blocking Property of Persons Threatening the Peace, Security, or Stability of Yemen »
TO THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES: Pursuant to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) (IEEPA), I hereby report that I have issued an Executive Order (the "order") declaring a national emergency with respect to the unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the United [...]
Remarks by the President at Roundtable with Small Business Owners »
Taylor Gourmet Washington, D.C. 10:44 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Well, listen, what I just want to say to the reporters who are here: You've got three small businesses who are outstanding examples of American entrepreneurship, whether it's food services, retail, construction. All across the country, you're seeing examples of folks who have confidence in the [...]
Remarks by the President at Medal of Honor Ceremony to Specialist Leslie H. Sabo, Jr. »
3:26 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Please be seated. Thank you, General Rutherford. Good afternoon, everyone. We gather today to present the Medal of Honor for valor above and beyond the call of duty. In so doing we celebrate the soldier, the life that produced such gallantry — Specialist Leslie H. Sabo, Jr. Today is also [...]
Remarks of Cecilia Muñoz, Domestic Policy Council Director, As Prepared for Delivery- The Hamilton Project at Brookings »
The White House Office of Communications ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ For Immediate Release May 15, 2012 Remarks of Cecilia Muñoz, Domestic Policy Council Director, As Prepared for Delivery The Hamilton Project at Brookings National Press Club As prepared for delivery – Thank you. And thank you to the Hamilton Project not just for inviting me to be part [...]
President Obama Calls on Congress to Act on Small Business Proposal in “To Do List” and Meets with Congressional Leadership »
National Economic Council Releases Report on Moving America’s Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs Forward WASHINGTON, DC – Today, President Obama will visit a small business in the Washington, DC area where he will urge Congress to act on the “To Do List,” specifically highlighting the need to invest in small businesses and jumpstart new hiring and [...]
Remarks by the First Lady at a Campaign Event »
Hilton Lincoln Centre Dallas, Texas 4:12 P.M. CDT MRS. OBAMA: Wow! (Applause.) Thank you so much. See, now, usually when I come on stage I have to pull the mic up. With Vince, one of the few people I have to pull the mic down for. You all, thank you so much. [...]
Remarks by the President Honoring the 2011 MLS Cup Champion L.A. Galaxy »
East Room 2:12 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you. (Applause.) Everybody, please have a seat. Have a seat. Well, welcome to the White House, everybody. And congratulations to the L.A. Galaxy on your third MLS Cup. (Applause.) Number three. Before we start, I want to acknowledge an L.A. native and my outstanding Secretary of Labor [...]
Remarks by the First Lady at a Let’s Move! Event with MLS Cup Champion L.A. Galaxy »
State Dining Room 3:12 P.M. EDT MRS. OBAMA: Hey, again, guys. I got to hang out with the kids earlier. We got quick pictures, but we are excited to have you guys here at the White House. We’re in the State Room. The State Dining Room is where we greet special official guests, and you [...]
Presidential Nominations and Withdrawal Sent to the Senate »
NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE: Thomas Hart Armbruster, of New York, a Career Member of the Senior Foreign Service, Class of Counselor, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Republic of the Marshall Islands. David Bruce Wharton, of Virginia, a Career Member of the Senior Foreign Service, Class [...]
Readout of the President’s Call with Prime Minister Gillard of Australia »
The President spoke on the phone with Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard late last evening, to continue their regular consultations on Afghanistan ahead of the May 21 ISAF Summit in Chicago. The President updated Prime Minister Gillard on recent key developments in the U.S. relationship with Afghanistan, including his recent trip to Afghanistan and the [...]
Remarks by the President at the National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service »
U.S. Capitol Washington, D.C. 11:25 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you. (Applause.) Thank you so much. Thank you, Chuck, for that very kind introduction. Chuck is a proud police officer, he’s the proud parent of a police officer, and he has dedicated his life to law enforcement and their families. So I want to thank [...]
