Naval Air Station Fort Worth Joint Reserve BaseWestworth Village, Texas Q Mr. President, do you have a message for the American people on gas prices? THE PRESIDENT: They're going to go up. Q What can you do about it? THE PRESIDENT: Can't do much right now. Russia is responsible. END
Roosevelt Room 11:25 A.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Good morning, folks. Sorry to keep you waiting. I was on a couple of phone calls. Today I'm announcing the United States is targeting the main artery of Russia's economy. We're banning all imports of Russian oil and gas and energy. That means Russian oil will no longer be acceptable at U.S....
The President's Executive Order, Improving the Nation's Cybersecurity, charted a new course for nation's cybersecurity. And, we have begun implementation of one of the most important components of the Executive Order. As of yesterday, every company that sells software to the government must have a rigorous software security program in place. The requirement covers traditional commercial...
A landmark solidarity pact launched by the leaders of the UK, Canada and the Netherlands will mobilise practical and sustained support for Ukraine.
On 8 March 2022, the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs is holding two events to celebrate International Women's Day: At 14:15, Jean-Yves Le Drian, French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, will present the Simone Veil Prize of the French Republic for promotion of gender equality to its 2022 winner; At 14:45, an event about the "27 European Women" project, highlighting the stories of inspiring women from the different Member States. These events are tied in with France's feminist (...)
During Week of Anniversary of American Rescue Plan, Biden-Harris Administration Highlights Investments in Community Colleges, Historically Black Colleges and Universities, and Other Critical Institutions Today, the Department of Education announced state-by-state breakdown of funding for colleges and universities provided in the President's American Rescue Plan - one of the largest one-time infusions of funding ever...
During Week of Anniversary of American Rescue Plan, Administration Highlights Investments in Historically Black Colleges and Universities Today, the Department of Education announced state-by-state breakdown of over $2.7 billion in funding for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) provided in the President's American Rescue Plan. These funds were provided through the Higher Education Emergency Relief...
New Actions Will Deliver Cleaner Air, Healthier Neighborhoods, and Better Transportation Today, Vice President Kamala Harris is announcing major federal actions that will expand clean public transit and school buses, reduce emissions from dirty diesel trucks, and create good-paying jobs. The Biden-Harris Administration will modernize public transit that connects people to their jobs, school, health care,...
The Informal Meeting of Development Ministers of the European Union will take place in Montpellier, at the Musée Fabre, on 7 March 2022. This meeting will offer the opportunity to take stock of the actions implemented by the European Union and by its Member States, as Team Europe, to provide backing to Ukraine, both as part of emergency measures, and as part of the scheduling of our new EU Neighbourhood, Development and International Cooperation Instrument. This meeting will also enable an (...)
Prime Minister Boris Johnson made a statement at a joint press conference with Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
This week the Prime Minister will call on the international community to make a renewed and concerted effort to ensure Putin fails in Ukraine.
James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 2:42 P.M. EST MS. PSAKI: Hi, everyone. Okay. I have two items for all of you at the top. This week, we are marking one year - the one-year anniversary of the American Rescue Plan, which has been the key driver of our strong economic recovery, provided...
NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE: William H. Duncan, of Texas, a Career Member of the Senior Foreign Service, Class of Minister-Counselor, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Republic of El Salvador. Jay Curtis Shambaugh, of Maryland, to be an Under Secretary of the Treasury, vice Brent James...
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. held a secure video call today with President Emmanuel Macron of France, Chancellor Olaf Scholz of Germany, and Prime Minister Boris Johnson of the United Kingdom. The leaders affirmed their determination to continue raising the costs on Russia for its unprovoked and unjustified invasion of Ukraine. They also underscored their commitment to continue...
South Court Auditorium Eisenhower Executive Office Building 11:49 A.M. EST THE VICE PRESIDENT: Thank you. Thank you, Marc, for that incredible introduction but also for your incredible dedication to public service. The people of Washington, D.C. and our nation thank you for your dedication. Well, good morning, everyone. Good morning. Today, we are joined by...
Edmund Pettus BridgeSelma, Alabama 3:34 P.M. CST THE VICE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon, Selma. Good afternoon. (Applause.) Kendra, thank you for those inspiring words. In the great tradition of Alabama State, you are a leader of outstanding passion and purpose, and it is wonderful to have shared the stage with you. So, Selma, before I begin, I want...
The PM commences a week of engagement with world leaders to mobilise the global outcry at the atrocities of Russian aggression into support for Ukraine.
Today, President Biden and Labor Secretary Marty Walsh met with 39 national union labor leaders. The President and Secretary Walsh met with labor leaders to discuss issues impacting union members and how the administration can help support working Americans. The President thanked the labor presidents for their support and outlined the steps the administration has taken to...
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. spoke this evening with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine. President Biden highlighted the ongoing actions undertaken by the United States, its Allies and partners, and private industry to raise the costs on Russia for its aggression in Ukraine. In particular, he welcomed the decision this evening by Visa and Mastercard...
On Sunday, March 7, 1965, time stopped and blood spilled as brave and righteous Americans sought to cross a bridge named after a Klansman in Selma, Alabama, to reach the other side of justice. Led by the late John Lewis, they marched to secure their sacred right to vote. Their heroism was met by batons...
France, Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America take note of the statement of 2 March by the spokesperson of the Secretary-General of the United Nations and subsequent developments regarding the situation in Libya. We echo the UN Secretary-General's call on all actors to refrain from actions that could undermine stability in Libya and express our concern at recent reports of violence, threats of violence, intimidation and kidnappings. We stress that any (...)
James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 1:58 P.M. EDT MS. PSAKI: Hi, everyone. Okay, so we are thrilled to have a very special guest with us today on Jobs Day - a remarkable Jobs Day it is - Dr. Cecilia Rouse, Chair of the Council of Economic Advisers. Because we're running a bit late, she...
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. met today with President of Finland Sauli Niinistö to discuss strengthening bilateral relations and ensuring strong defense and deterrence in northern Europe. The leaders also discussed ongoing transatlantic coordination to impose costs on Russia for its unprovoked and unjustified military invasion of Ukraine, and their respective efforts to provide security...
We applaud the steps taken by governments, U.S. and global companies, and other institutions around the world to condemn Putin's war of choice in Ukraine, including those that call out and contest the Russian Government's further efforts to undermine the free press and spread disinformation. The Russian government's efforts to propagate lies and obscure the...
Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Yves Le Drian is in Brussels today, March 4. The Minister participated in an extraordinary meeting of NATO foreign ministers, which was also attended by Josep Borrell, the European Commission Vice President and EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, as well as the Finnish and Swedish foreign ministers, Pekka Haavisto and Ann Linde. The Minister will also take part in the Foreign Affairs Council meeting of EU foreign (...)
