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President Biden Announces Presidential Delegation to the Republic of Panama to Attend the Inauguration of His Excellency José Raúl Mulino

Published: June 25, 2024 21:00

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. today announced the designation of a Presidential Delegation to attend the Inauguration of His Excellency José Raúl Mulino on July 1, 2024, in Panama City, Panama. The Honorable Alejandro N. Mayorkas, Secretary of the U.S.…

Readout of White House Meeting with State Attorneys General on the Second Anniversary of the Overturning of Roe v. Wade

Published: June 25, 2024 20:14

Yesterday, to mark the two-year anniversary of the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, Jennifer Klein, Assistant to the President and Director of the White House Gender Policy Council, and Tom Perez, Senior Advisor and Assistant to the…

Statement by President Joe Biden On the Deployment of the Multinational Security Support Mission to Haiti

Published: June 25, 2024 16:08

Today, with strong support from the United States, Kenyan forces part of the Multinational Security Support mission arrived in Haiti, beginning an effort that will bring much needed relief to Haitians. Rampant gang violence has killed or harmed thousands…

Remarks by National Security Advisor to the Vice President Dr. Phil Gordon at the Herzliya Conference

Published: June 25, 2024 03:59

Herzliya, Israel It is my pleasure to be here to speak about the U.S.-Israel partnership, and how things look from Washington. We all know the past 8 and a half months have been an extraordinarily difficult time.  There are still not words to describe the…

Statement by White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on District Court Rulings on the Biden-Harris Administration’s SAVE Plan

Published: June 25, 2024 02:34

We strongly disagree with today’s rulings on our SAVE Plan and the Department of Justice will continue to vigorously defend the SAVE Plan. Since day one, the President and his Administration have fought to fix a broken student loan system and make sure…

Statement from National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan Announcing Support for Ukrainian Children’s Education Following Russian Attacks

Published: June 24, 2024 14:42

Russia is waging a war not just against the Ukrainian military, but also against the Ukrainian people.  On May 23, 2024, a Russian strike destroyed the Faktur-Druk printing house in Kharkiv, one of the largest printing houses in Europe. This is part of…

Readout of White House Meeting on Expanding Access to Free Community College

Published: June 21, 2024 20:49

This week, the Biden-Harris Administration convened state leaders to discuss efforts to expand free community college programs across the country and prepare their workforce for good jobs. State leaders shared how lowering costs for community college…

Memorandum on the Establishment of the Economic Diplomacy Action Group and Delegation of Certain Functions and Authorities Under the Championing American Business Through Diplomacy Act of 2019

Published: June 21, 2024 20:43

June 21, 2024 MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF STATE               THE SECRETARY OF THE TREASURY               THE SECRETARY OF AGRICULTURE    THE SECRETARY OF COMMERCE               THE UNITED STATES TRADE REPRESENTATIVE               THE ADMINISTRATOR OF…

Memorandum Delegation of Authority Under Section 1247 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024

Published: June 21, 2024 20:30

June 21, 2024 MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF STATE SUBJECT:       Delegation of Authority Under Section 1247 of               the National Defense Authorization Act for               Fiscal Year 2024 By the authority vested in me as President by the…

Remarks by Vice President Harris at the Constitutional Convention of UNITE HERE

Published: June 21, 2024 19:45

New York Hilton MidtownNew York, New York 11:50 A.M. EDT      THE VICE PRESIDENT:  Good morning, everyone.  Good morning, UNITE HERE.  (Applause.)  Good morning.      Oh, it’s good to be in the house of labor.  Good morning.  (Applause.)      AUDIENCE…

First Lady Jill Biden to Host White House Pride Month Celebration

Published: June 21, 2024 18:55

On the evening of June 26, 2024, First Lady Jill Biden will host a Pride Month celebration on the South Lawn. This event will be pooled for TV and open to pre-credentialed media. For interested media, please RSVP HERE by Tuesday, June 25, at 12:00 PM.  ###…

A Proclamation To Further Facilitate Positive Adjustment to Competition From Imports of Certain Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Cells (Whether or Not Partially or Fully Assembled Into Other Products)

Published: June 21, 2024 15:17

1.  On January 23, 2018, pursuant to section 203 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (the “Trade Act”) (19 U.S.C. 2253), the President issued Proclamation 9693, imposing a safeguard measure for a period of 4 years that included both a tariff-rate quota…

Statement from President Joe Biden on Protecting One Million Pensions

Published: June 21, 2024 12:30

Today, we mark a major milestone: Thanks to my American Rescue Plan, we have protected one million pensions from devastating cuts. Whether it is Social Security, Medicare, or pensions, workers who earn a dignified retirement through decades of hard work…

FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Announces Over One Million Pensions Protected Thanks to the American Rescue Plan

Published: June 21, 2024 12:30

One million workers and retirees’ earned pension benefits protected as Administration and Senator Casey announce assistance for over 100,000 union workers and retirees covered by the Bakery and Confectionery Union and Industry International Pension Fund…

Readout of National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan’s Meeting with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg

Published: June 20, 2024 23:30

National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan met today with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg.  They discussed ongoing work ahead of the 75th Anniversary Summit in Washington, DC next month, including strengthening Allied resilience and further…

Press Release: Letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President of the Senate

Published: June 20, 2024 20:50

Dear Mr. Speaker:   (Dear Madam President:) Consistent with the provisions of 19 U.S.C. 1330(c)(1), this is to notify the Congress that I have designated Amy Karpel as Chair of the United States International Trade Commission for the term expiring June 16,…

On-the-Record Press Gaggle by White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby

Published: June 20, 2024 20:29

Via Teleconference 11:12 A.M. EDT MODERATOR:  Hey, everyone.  Thanks for joining us.  Hope everyone was able to take some time off yesterday, if you were, and relax. Kirby has a few words here at the top, and then as always, we’ll get through as many…

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves New Mexico Disaster Declaration

Published: June 20, 2024 20:04

Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that a major disaster exists in the State of New Mexico and ordered Federal aid to supplement State, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by the South Fork Fire and Salt Fire beginning on…

FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration on World Refugee Day Celebrates a Rebuilt U.S. Refugee Admissions Program

Published: June 20, 2024 18:39

Plans to welcome more than 100,000 refugees to their new U.S. communities in Fiscal Year 2024, the most in three decades Encourages Americans to consider directly supportingand welcoming a refugee into their community From Day One, the Biden-Harris…

FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Proposes Plan to Protect and Steward Old-Growth Forests on National Forest System Lands

Published: June 20, 2024 18:00

President Biden is delivering on the most ambitious climate and conservation agenda in history, including by already protecting more than 41 million acres of lands and waters. Today the Biden-Harris Administration is taking new steps to conserve, restore,…

Remarks by National Economic Advisor Lael Brainard on Lowering Costs for American Consumers

Published: June 20, 2024 14:55

Hosted by the Urban Institute and the Consumer Federation of AmericaAs Prepared for Delivery Thank you all for the important work you do on behalf of American consumers every day. President Biden sees our economy through the eyes of middle-class families…

FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Releases Agency Climate Adaptation Plans, Demonstrates Leadership in Building Climate Resilience

Published: June 20, 2024 13:00

Across the country, communities are experiencing the devastating impacts of climate change. From record-high average temperatures and extreme heat to changing precipitation patterns and sea-level rise, climate impacts – including disasters made worse by…

Readout of White House Roundtable on Best Practices to Increase Women in Construction

Published: June 18, 2024 21:41

Today, Director of the Gender Policy Council Jennifer Klein, Domestic Policy Advisor Neera Tanden, and Deputy Chief of Staff Natalie Quillian, alongside Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Vice Chair Jocelyn Samuels, Solicitor of Labor Seema…

Statement from Vice President Kamala Harris on New Actions to Keep Families Together

Published: June 18, 2024 19:59

Immigrants have always made America stronger. For generations, they have served in our military, taught in our classrooms, and led our small businesses as entrepreneurs. They are our neighbors, classmates, and loved ones. And their experiences, ambition,…

Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by First Lady Jill Biden at an Event Marking the 12th Anniversary of DACA

Published: June 18, 2024 19:44

The East Room Who knows the possibility of a dream better than those who traveled miles just to find it? I’ve seen it over and over in my community college students – immigrants and refugees, first generation Americans who take nothing for granted. They…

WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: White House Hosts Convening on Preserving Pathways to Opportunity for All Americans

Published: June 18, 2024 17:37

Yesterday, senior officials from the Biden-Harris Administration, including Steve Benjamin, Senior Advisor to the President and Director of Public Engagement, and Neera Tanden, White House Domestic Policy Advisor, welcomed over 70 business executives and…

Statement from Homeland Security Advisor Dr. Liz Sherwood Randall on New Actions to Combat Global Illicit Drug Manufacturing and Trafficking

Published: June 18, 2024 17:33

In a coordinated action involving the United States, People’s Republic of China (PRC), and Mexico, the Department of Justice announced today the unsealing of indictments against 24 individuals for their role in a money-laundering scheme on behalf of the…

Statement from National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on the Global Effort toStrengthen the Cybersecurity of Energy Supply Chains

Published: June 18, 2024 16:00

Energy systems around the world face continuous cyber attacks and are vulnerable to disruption.  As new digital clean energy technologies are integrated, we must ensure they are cyber secure to prevent destruction or disruption in services.  This is a…

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Florida Disaster Declaration

Published: June 18, 2024 13:19

Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that a major disaster exists in the State of Florida and ordered Federal aid to supplement State, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, and tornadoes…

FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Announces Historic Rules to Create Good-Paying, High-Quality Clean Energy Jobs

Published: June 18, 2024 12:45

Inflation Reduction Act final rules build on Administration actions to develop a skilled, well-paid workforce to build the clean energy economy and combat the climate crisis Since day one, President Biden has committed to building a clean energy economy…

FACT SHEET: President Biden Announces New Actions to Keep Families Together

Published: June 18, 2024 09:00

Since his first day in office, President Biden has called on Congress to secure our border and address our broken immigration system. As Congressional Republicans have continued to put partisan politics ahead of national security – twice voting against the…

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Tennessee Disaster Declaration

Published: June 18, 2024 00:55

Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that a major disaster exists in the State of Tennessee and ordered Federal aid to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding during the period…

Readout of President Joe Biden’s Meeting with Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg of NATO

Published: June 17, 2024 22:41

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. met today with Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) ahead of NATO’s 75th Anniversary Summit in Washington, DC next month, which the President will host.  The President welcomed…

Readout of President Joe Biden’s Call with Taoiseach Simon Harris of Ireland

Published: June 17, 2024 20:32

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. spoke with Taoiseach Simon Harris of Ireland today congratulate him on his recent election as Taoiseach and to deepen U.S.-Ireland cooperation on a range of issues. President Biden highlighted continued cooperation with the…

JOINT FACT SHEET: The United States and India Continue to Chart an Ambitious Course for the Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technology

Published: June 17, 2024 19:47

Today, U.S. National Security Advisor (APNSA) Jake Sullivan and Indian National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval chaired the second meeting of the U.S.-India initiative on Critical and Emerging Technology (iCET) in New Delhi.  Since the launch of iCET in…

Statement from President Biden on Agreement between the UAW and Ultium Cells

Published: June 17, 2024 19:42

I congratulate the United Auto Workers and Ultium Cells for reaching a historic agreement in Lordstown, Ohio, where UAW workers are manufacturing batteries for General Motors electric cars and trucks. This agreement significantly increases wages and…

Remarks by National Economic Council Deputy Director Daniel Hornung on the Generational Opportunity to Reorient the Tax System in 2025

Published: June 17, 2024 19:00

June 17, 2024, Washington Center for Equitable GrowthAs Prepared for Delivery It’s wonderful to be here at such an important moment for the future of economic policy. And it’s a particular honor to join Senator Warren and the distinguished experts you just…

FACT SHEET: The Biden-Harris Administration’s Actions to Address Conflict-Related Sexual Violence

Published: June 17, 2024 16:07

Preventing and responding to conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV) is a top priority for President Biden and Vice President Harris.  The Biden-Harris Administration is advancing policies and programs to prevent conflict-related sexual violence and all…

Statement by Vice President Kamala Harris on the Occasion of Eid al-Adha

Published: June 17, 2024 00:40

Doug and I wish a blessed Eid al-Adha to all Muslims in America and across the world who are celebrating this holiday of prayer, reflection, and community. We hope that your sacred journey ends with a festive moment alongside family and friends.   Our…

FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Takes Action to Counter Islamophobia

Published: June 17, 2024 00:05

As Muslims in America and around the world commemorate Eid-al-Adha this year, the holiday arrives at a time of deep pain for communities at home and abroad. In addition to the devastating humanitarian impacts of the ongoing fighting in Gaza, there has been…

Remarks by National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan at Summit on Peace in Ukraine Closing Plenary Session | Obbürgen, Switzerland

Published: June 16, 2024 16:44

President Amherd, President Zelenskyy, thank you for hosting this Summit. And more than that, congratulations on a tremendous success in this Summit. You have gathered 100 countries and institutions from all parts of the world, all regions, representing…

Remarks by Vice President Harris at Summit on Peace in Ukraine Opening Plenary

Published: June 15, 2024 16:49

Bürgenstock ResortObbürgen, Switzerland 6:06 P.M. CEST      VICE PRESIDENT HARRIS:  Thank you.  Thank you, President Amherd and President Zelenskyy, for hosting this summit.  It is my honor to be here with all of the leaders today. I first met President…

Remarks by Vice President Harris and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine Before Bilateral Meeting

Published: June 15, 2024 16:46

Bürgenstock ResortObbürgen, Switzerland 3:42 P.M. CEST      PRESIDENT ZELENSKYY:  Thank you so much.  Happy to see you —      VICE PRESIDENT HARRIS:  And you.      PRESIDENT ZELENSKYY:  — Madam Vice President, and to see your team.  Thank you so much.     …

Readout of Vice President Harris’s Meeting with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine

Published: June 15, 2024 15:03

Vice President Kamala Harris met today with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine in Lucerne, Switzerland, on the margins of the Summit on Peace in Ukraine. The Vice President underscored the United States’ unwavering support for the people of Ukraine…

Statement from Vice President Kamala Harris on the Anniversary of DACA

Published: June 15, 2024 13:30

Twelve years ago today, President Obama announced protections that have made it possible for more than 800,000 Dreamers to live, study, work, and raise families in the only home they have ever known. The story of Dreamers is a story of America. Dreamers…

Background Press Call on an Update on the President’s Second Day at the G7

Published: June 15, 2024 12:27

Via Teleconference 7:46 P.M. CEST MODERATOR:  Hey, everyone.  We’ll get started.  As a reminder, this is a call on background, attributable to a senior administration official, to sort of give a run-through of today’s day and any updates that might have…

Vice President Kamala Harris Announces Over $1.5 Billion to Bolster Ukraine’s Energy Sector, Address Humanitarian Needs, and Strengthen Civilian Security

Published: June 15, 2024 10:00

Today, as part of the Summit for Peace in Ukraine and her sixth meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Vice President Kamala Harris is announcing that the United States will provide over $1.5 billion through USAID and the State Department to…

Readout of President Biden’s Pull Aside with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak of the United Kingdom

Published: June 15, 2024 07:09

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. met with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Friday, June 14 in Puglia, Italy on the margins of the G7 Summit. They reaffirmed their commitment to supporting Ukraine as it faces Russia’s continued aggression. They also discussed…

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Oklahoma Disaster Declaration

Published: June 14, 2024 23:29

Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that a major disaster exists in the State of Oklahoma and ordered Federal aid to supplement State, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and…

Readout of President Biden’s Meeting with His Holiness Pope Francis

Published: June 14, 2024 20:55

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. met with His Holiness Pope Francis today on the margins of the G7 Leaders’ Summit in Apulia, Italy.  The leaders emphasized the urgent need for an immediate ceasefire and a hostage deal to get the hostages home and address…

Readout of President Biden’s Pull Aside with President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the United Arab Emirates

Published: June 14, 2024 20:28

Today, President Joseph R. Biden Jr. met with President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the United Arab Emirates in Fasano, Italy, at the G7 Leaders’ Summit.  The leaders reaffirmed the enduring U.S.-UAE strategic partnership, touched base on…

The Biden-Harris Administration’s Commitment to Implementing the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) Consensus

Published: June 14, 2024 17:00

In 1994, the world convened at the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) in Cairo to recognize that reproductive rights are human rights and that women’s health is essential to global prosperity and opportunity for all.  As we…

Statement from Vice President Kamala Harris on the Supreme Court Decision in Garland v. Cargill

Published: June 14, 2024 15:49

Weapons of war have no place on the streets of a civil society. That is why Democrats and Republicans alike supported the federal government banning bump stocks after they were used to fire over 1,000 rounds into a crowded music festival in Las Vegas,…

Statement from President Joe Biden on the Supreme Court Decision Garland v. Cargill

Published: June 14, 2024 15:32

In October 2017, a gunman opened fire at a concert in Las Vegas, Nevada. Because he used a weapon that was modified with a bump stock, he fired more than 1000 bullets in just ten minutes, killing 60, wounding hundreds, and traumatizing countless Americans.…

Executive Order on White House Council on Supply Chain Resilience

Published: June 14, 2024 15:25

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows:       Section 1.  Policy.  As described in Executive Order 14017 of February 24, 2021 (America’s Supply Chains),…