Category: Apr2014

WASHINGTON, DC – In this week’s address, the President offered his warmest greetings as millions of Americans celebrate Easter this Sunday and recounted the Passover Seder he hosted at the White House earlier this week, joining Jewish families around the world in their celebration. The President looks forward to taking part with his family in…

Howard University Washington, D.C. 2:42 P.M. EDT MRS. OBAMA:  Thank you.  Thanks, you guys.  (Applause.)  Thanks, Bow Wow.  Let’s give it up for Bow Wow.  Very proud of this young man.  I have grown very fond of him.  We’ve done some good work together, and his commitment to education, his commitment to young people, and…

Rose Garden 2:02 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT:  Everybody, have a seat, have a seat.  Welcome to the White House.  Congratulations to the Navy Midshipmen.  (Applause.)  Does this get old? AUDIENCE MEMBER:  Never. THE PRESIDENT:  No?  Okay.  (Laughter.)  It’s good to see Coach Ken again.  And I want to recognize Vice Admiral Mike Miller for his…

Vice President Biden spoke today with Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico.  The Vice President and Prime Minister discussed the situation in eastern Ukraine.  The Vice President underscored the United States’ support for a diplomatic resolution to the crisis in Ukraine, contingent on Russia’s disavowal and cessation of destabilizing actions within Ukraine.  The two leaders agreed…

April 26 and 27 WASHINGTON –As part of the President and First Lady’s ongoing effort to open the People’s House to as many people as possible, the White House will open its gardens and grounds to visitors on Saturday, April 26 from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM EDT, and Sunday, April 27 from 10:00 AM…

On Friday, April 18, 2014, the President signed into law: S. 2195, which amends current law to deny admission to the United States to any representative to the United Nations who the President determines has been engaged in terrorist activity against the United States or its allies and may pose a threat to U.S. national security…

Today I have signed into law S. 2195, an Act concerning visa limitations for certain representatives to the United Nations.  S. 2195 amends section 407 of the Foreign Relations Authorization Act, Fiscal Years 1990 and 1991, to provide that no individual may be admitted to the United States as a representative to the United Nations, if that individual has been found…

This weekend, Michelle and I join our fellow Christians in marking Good Friday and celebrating Easter.  We will reflect on the sacrifice that Jesus Christ made for us and rejoice in the triumph of the Resurrection.  This season reminds us that God is always with us, in suffering and in celebration.  We give thanks for…

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to appoint the following individuals to key Administration posts: General Larry R. Ellis, USA (Ret.) – Member, American Battle Monuments Commission Howard Z. Borin – Member, Commission on Presidential Scholars Grace Tsao-Wu – Member, Commission on Presidential Scholars President Obama said, “These dedicated and accomplished…

Earlier today, the President met with American Legion National Commander Dan Dellinger and Executive Director Peter Gaytan.  The President expressed his thanks to the American Legion for its advocacy on behalf of our nation’s Veterans. In addition, the President discussed key steps that this Administration has taken to ensure that our Veterans receive the quality…