Category: Government

National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan spoke by phone today with Israeli National Security Advisor Meir Ben-Shabbat to express the United States’ serious concerns about the situation in Jerusalem, including violent confrontations at the Haram al-Sharif / Temple Mount during the last days of Ramadan. Mr. Sullivan highlighted recent engagements by

Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that a major disaster exists in the State of Tennessee and ordered Federal assistance to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding from March 25 to April 3, 2021. The President’s action makes Federal

James S. Brady Press Briefing Room  12:29 P.M. EDT MS. PSAKI:  Hey.  Hi, everyone.  We were a little early today.  I apologize for that.  Okay, so good afternoon and happy “Jobs Day.”  Today I’m honored to have Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen join me here.  Secretary Yellen has almost 50 years

Lake Charles Sea WallLake Charles, Louisiana 1:07 P.M. CDT      THE PRESIDENT:  Well, Mr. Mayor, Governor, thank you.  It’s good to be back in Lake Charles.  I’ve been here a number of times over the years as Senator and then as Vice President.  The first time I came down here

Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that a major disaster exists in the State of Georgia and ordered Federal assistance to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms and tornadoes from March 25 to March 26, 2021. Federal funding is available to state, tribal,

9:40 A.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT:  Good morning.  Good morning.  It is truly an honor to be with you today.  And thank you, Andrés Gluski, Susan Segal, Erin [Eric] Farnsworth, for your leadership.  The membership of the Council of the Americas includes so many leaders who are truly committed to

Today the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Administration for Community Living is releasing $1.4 billion in funding from the American Rescue Plan for Older Americans Act programs, including programs to support vaccine outreach and coordination, address social isolation, provide family caregiver support, and offer nutrition support. It will

Jill and I extend warm wishes to all our friends in the Orthodox Christian community observing Easter. On this occasion of joy and renewal, Orthodox Christians worldwide rejoice in the miracle of the Resurrection and affirm commitments to spiritual disciplines and service to those in need. This is also a

Yesterday, in commemoration of Second Chance Month, Domestic Policy Advisor Susan Rice, White House Public Engagement Director Cedric Richmond, and White House Counsel Dana Remus hosted a virtual discussion with formerly incarcerated individuals leading criminal justice reform efforts across the country. Too many people—disproportionately Black and brown people—are incarcerated. Too many

3:00 P.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT:  Thank you all.  Thank you all.  You know, I — as Chris Van Hollen was saying, together with the Governor and Dr. Fauci, we were walking around downstairs and meeting with all the folks, our members of the National Guard, all the frontline workers. 

To search this site, enter a search term Briefing Room President Biden looks forward to welcoming Republic of Korea President Moon Jae-in to the White House on May 21, 2021.  President Moon’s visit will highlight the ironclad alliance between the United States and the Republic of Korea, and the broad

The Capitol  Madame Speaker.   Madame Vice President.  No president has ever said those words from this podium, and it’s about time.  The First Lady.  The Second Gentleman.  Mr. Chief Justice.  Members of the United States Congress and the Cabinet – and distinguished guests.  My fellow Americans.  While the setting tonight