Today, the White House convened state legislative leaders to discuss state-level actions to address junk fees, building on the Biden-Harris Administration’s unprecedented efforts to crack down on junk fees across the economy to lower costs…
On Wednesday, April 24, 2024, the President signed into law: H.R. 4389, the “Migratory Birds of the Americas Conservation Enhancements Act of 2023,” which reauthorizes and amends the Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation. Thank you to…
Today, Russia vetoed a UN Security Council resolution, proposed jointly by the United States and Japan, that would have reaffirmed the fundamental obligation of States Parties to the Outer Space Treaty not to place nuclear weapons in orbit…
Washington Hilton HotelWashington, D.C. 12:40 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Whoa! Holy mackerel. (Applause.) Whoa! (Applause.) Hello, hello, hello! (Applause.) AUDIENCE: Four more years! Four more years! Four more years! THE PRESIDENT: Thank you…
Washington, D.C. Thank you, Maria. You give me hope too. It’s what you do. In Alzheimer’s, you’ve given others hope during some of their darkest times – even as you were going though yours – shining your light so others can find their way…
The South Lawn Thank you, Sharona. It takes incredible courage to not only heal, but to also share your journey so that others can heal too. It’s that same bravery you called on when you chose to put on the uniform and protect others.…
Dear Mr. Speaker: (Dear Madam President:) In accordance with section 406 of division A, section 510 of division B, and section 405 of division C of the Act making emergency supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September…
State Dining Room 10:57 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Good morning. It’s a good day for America, it’s a good day for Europe, and it’s a good day for world peace, for real. This is consequential. I just signed into law the national security…
MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF STATE SUBJECT: Delegation of Authority Under Section 614(a)(1) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of…
On Wednesday, April 24, 2024, the President signed into law: H.R. 815, which provides supplemental emergency appropriations for fiscal year 2024 to Federal agencies to respond to the situations in Israel and Ukraine, and for assistance to…
The President is announcing his intent to nominate seven individuals to federal district courts—all of whom are extraordinarily qualified, experienced, and devoted to the rule of law and our Constitution. These choices also continue to…
America is a Nation founded on the promise of second chances. During Second Chance Month, we reaffirm our commitment to rehabilitation and reentry for people returning to their communities post incarceration. We also recommit to building a…
Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. is using his authority under the Constitution to advance equal justice under law by granting clemency to 16 deserving individuals who were convicted of non-violent drug offenses. President Joseph R.…
The U.S. freight system is vital to our nation’s economy. Trucks, ships, trains, and planes move 55 million tons of goods worth more than $49 billion every day, across a vast network that is essential to how Americans live and work. But…
Today, we pause to remember the lives lost during the Meds Yeghern—the Armenian genocide—and renew our pledge to never forget. The campaign of cruelty began on April 24, 1915, when Ottoman authorities arrested Armenian intellectuals and…
Newly finalized rules will mandate automatic, cash refunds for cancelled or significantly delayed flights and save consumers over half a billion dollars every year in airline fees WASHINGTON – Building on a historic record of expanding…
Tonight, a bipartisan majority in the Senate joined the House to answer history’s call at this critical inflection point. Congress has passed my legislation to strengthen our national security and send a message to the world about the…
Today, National Economic Advisor Lael Brainard, Domestic Policy Council Director Neera Tanden, and Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su led a White House event announcing two new rules to support workers and grow the American economy from…
Reverend Cecil Williams was a beacon of light and love. In all he did, Reverend Williams was guided by his faith. He fought for the rights and dignity of all people. He led re-entry programs for those leaving prison, provided clothing and…
Hillsborough Community CollegeTampa, Florida 3:04 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello, Florida! (Applause.) Hello, hello, hello, hello, hello. AUDIENCE: Four more years! Four more years! Four more years! THE PRESIDENT: Well, God love you. Well,…
Today, National Economic Advisor Lael Brainard and Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su convened asset owners representing over $1 trillion in public and pension fund capital who have committed to strong labor standards in their private…
Vice President Kamala Harris spoke today with President Isaac Herzog of Israel. She extended Passover greetings to him and the people of Israel. The Vice President noted that this Passover—a holiday when the history of persecution of Jews…
Nashville, Tennessee Melodies that fed our souls with a voice that demanded a place on stage – and didn’t take “no” or “wait” for an answer. Patsy Cline created a rupture, a shift, a before and an after. She changed the music industry so…
12:46 P.M. EDT MR. BATES: I have a few announcements at the top, then Admiral Kirby is going to take questions. Nobody fall asleep while we talk, please. Yesterday, the President took a major step to strengthen privacy protections of…
The Office of the Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator (IPEC) has issued its Annual Intellectual Property Report to Congress, which brings together the combined and coordinated efforts of the White House, the Departments of…
Yesterday, to celebrate Earth Day 2024, President Biden traveled to Prince William Forest Park in Triangle, VA, a national park system site developed by FDR’s Civilian Conservation Corps, to announce $7 billion in awards through EPA’s…
Administration announces $1 billion for clean water for Tribal Nations and funding to combat megadrought in the West through President Biden’s Investing in America agenda President Biden and Vice President Harris believe that every person…
Hmong Cultural and Community Agency La Crosse, Wisconsin 12:25 P.M. CDT THE VICE PRESIDENT: So, it’s good to be with everyone and to be back in Wisconsin. And I — is this on? (Referring to the microphone.) It doesn’t seem like it is. Is…
Today, my Administration is strengthening privacy protections under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act as part of our efforts to help protect access to reproductive health care. No one should have their medical records…
On Friday, April 19, the White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention (OGVP) convened agencies from across the federal government as a part of the Administration’s gun violence emergency response protocol. The in-person convening took…