Category: Jul2015

H.R. 533, which revokes the charter of incorporation of the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma at the request of that tribe; H.R. 615, the “Department of Homeland Security Interoperable Communications Act” or the “DHS Interoperable Communications Act,” which adds to the responsibilities of the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security responsibility for…

Today, the President called the United States women’s national soccer team to congratulate them on winning the World Cup – displaying the strength and spirit that makes our country great – in front of the largest soccer audience in American TV history. The President applauded Coach Jill Ellis for her leadership during this remarkable run…

President Obama spoke this afternoon with President Hollande of France regarding developments in Greece. The two leaders agreed on the importance of finding a path forward that will allow Greece to resume reforms and return to growth and debt sustainability within the Eurozone, recognizing that this will require difficult compromises from all sides. The leaders noted…

The Pentagon 4:10 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT:  Good afternoon, everybody.  I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday weekend — especially our men and women in uniform.  This Fourth of July we were honored to once again welcome some of our incredible troops and their families to share Fourth of July and fireworks at the White…

Today in Vancouver, Vice President Biden met with Prime Minister Stephen Harper of Canada. The Vice President congratulated the Prime Minster on hosting a successful FIFA Women’s World Cup and thanked him for the outstanding hospitality. Demonstrating the breadth of the relationship, Vice President Biden and Prime Minister Harper exchanged views on a range of…

WASHINGTON, DC — In this week’s address, the President wished everyone a happy Fourth of July. He honored the individuals who, throughout the history of America, have struggled and sacrificed to make this country a better place, from our Founding Fathers, to the men and women in uniform serving at home and overseas. The President…

South Lawn 8:56 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT:  Everybody having a good time?  (Applause.)  Give it up for Bruno Mars!  (Applause.)  And the band!  (Applause.) Michelle and I just want to say to everybody here, we love you.  (Applause.)  On this day, we thank everyone who does so much each and every day to defend our…

On July 7, 2015, President Obama will welcome to the White House Nguyen Phu Trong, the General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam.  The President looks forward to discussing with General Secretary Trong ways to strengthen further the U.S.-Vietnam Comprehensive Partnership, reflecting on the accomplishments of the past twenty years…

Vice President Biden spoke with Prime Minister Haider Al-Abadi today to discuss ongoing efforts to defeat ISIL in Iraq. The Vice President reaffirmed full U.S. support for the Iraqi Government’s ongoing efforts to counter ISIL, including the mobilization of local tribal fighters. The Vice President applauded recent battlefield successes by those fighters and the contributions…