Category: Aug2013

WASHINGTON, DC – On Monday, August 26, 2013, President Barack Obama will award Staff Sergeant Ty M. Carter, U.S. Army, the Medal of Honor for conspicuous gallantry.  Staff Sergeant Carter will receive the Medal of Honor for his courageous actions while serving as a cavalry scout with Bravo Troop, 3rd Squadron, 61st Cavalry Regiment, 4th…

This morning, the Vice President accompanied his son Beau Biden to Houston, Texas, where Beau is being evaluated to determine the cause of an episode of disorientation and weakness that he experienced while on vacation with his family last week.

WASHINGTON, DC— In this week’s address, President Obama said we are on the way to fully implementing the Affordable Care Act and helping millions of Americans.  Unfortunately, a group of Republicans in Congress are working to confuse people and are even suggesting they will shut down the government if they cannot shut down the health…

The President has stated clearly that sexual assault is a crime that undermines the honor, integrity, and readiness of our Armed Forces.  He has charged the nation’s military leadership with “exponentially stepping up our game” when it comes to eliminating sexual assault.  Women and men who step forward to serve our country must be protected…

Residence Chilmark, Massachusetts 10:30 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT:  Good morning, everybody.  I just finished a discussion with my national security team about the situation in Egypt, and I wanted to provide an update about our response to the events of the last several days. Let me begin by stepping back for a moment.  The relationship…

The United States strongly condemns the use of violence against protesters in Egypt. We extend our condolences to the families of those who have been killed, and to the injured. We have repeatedly called on the Egyptian military and security forces to show restraint, and for the government to respect the universal rights of its…

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, President Obama announced his intent to appoint the following individuals to key Administration posts: Carla A. Harris – Chairperson, National Women’s Business Council S. Fitzgerald Haney – Member, United States Holocaust Memorial Council Beth Heifetz – Member, United States Holocaust Memorial Council President Obama said, “I am grateful these accomplished individuals…

We are deeply concerned by the release of Rafael Caro Quintero from prison in Mexico. He had been serving a 40-year prison term for the 1985 kidnapping, torture and murder of U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration agent Enrique “Kiki” Camarena. We have seen reports that another individual connected to Camarena’s killing could also be released. We…

WASHINGTON, DC— In this week’s address, President Obama said that the housing market is starting to heal, and now it’s time to build on that progress by creating a better bargain for responsible, middle class homeowners. The President announced steps he will take to strengthen the housing market, and now Congress must act to help make…

Hilton Orlando, Florida 12:00 P.M. EDT MRS. OBAMA:  (Applause.)  Thank you.  Thanks so much.  Thank you all.  Thank you.  (Applause.)  Good afternoon, everyone.  It’s so good to be here.  (Applause.)  We are so proud of you all.  Thank you all.  Please, I know you’ve been working hard, so rest yourselves.  (Laughter.) I am beyond thrilled…