Category: Nov2014

Beijing, China, 12 November 2014 1.     The United States of America and the People’s Republic of China have a critical role to play in combating global climate change, one of the greatest threats facing humanity. The seriousness of the challenge calls upon the two sides to work constructively together for the common good. 2.     To…

Today in Geneva, the United States began its periodic presentation to the Committee Against Torture, a body of independent experts that monitors implementation of the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment by States that are party to it.  The Administration embraces the universal values enshrined in the Convention Against…

Today, the White House Council on Women and Girls released a report entitled “Women and Girls of Color: Addressing Challenges and Expanding Opportunity”. This report highlights work the Administration has done over the last six years to reduce barriers to success for everyone including women and girls of color. From continuing to fight to increase…

TO THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES: Section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)), provides for the automatic termination of a national emergency unless, within 90 days prior to the anniversary date of its declaration, the President publishes in the Federal Register and transmits to the Congress a notice stating that the…

NOTICE – – – – – – – CONTINUATION OF THE NATIONAL EMERGENCY WITH RESPECT TO IRAN On November 14, 1979, by Executive Order 12170, the President declared a national emergency with respect to Iran and, pursuant to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701-1706), took related steps to deal with the unusual…

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to key Administration posts: Daniel Elliott, III – Member, Surface Transportation Board, and upon appointment to be designated Chairman Lauren McFerran – Member, National Labor Relations Board John Mendez –Member, Board of Directors of the Securities Investor Protection Corporation, and…

NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE: Leon Aron, of Virginia, to be a Member of the Broadcasting Board of Governors for a term expiring August 13, 2016, vice S. Enders Wimbush, resigned. Walter A. Barrows, of Ohio, to be a Member of the Railroad Retirement Board for a term expiring August 28, 2019.   (Reappointment) David J.…

WASHINGTON, DC — Today, President Obama nominated Judge Dale A. Drozd and LaShann Moutique DeArcy Hall to serve on the United States District Courts. “I am honored to put forward these highly qualified candidates for the federal bench,” President Obama said.  “They will be distinguished public servants and valuable additions to the United States District…

NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE: Adewale Adeyemo, of California, to be an Assistant Secretary of the Treasury, vice Marisa Lago. Antony Blinken, of New York, to be Deputy Secretary of State, vice William J. Burns, resigned. Daniel R. Elliott, III, of Ohio, to be a Member of the Surface Transportation Board for a term expiring…

WASHINGTON, DC — Today, President Obama nominated Judge Luis Felipe Restrepo and Kara Farnandez Stoll to serve on the United States Courts of Appeals. “These individuals have displayed exceptional dedication to the legal profession through their work, and I am honored to nominate them to serve the American people as judges on the United States…