Foreign Affairs

Readout of Principal Deputy National Security Advisor Jon Finer’s Call with President Irfaan Ali of Guyana

<p>Principal Deputy National Security Advisor Jon Finer spoke on the phone today with President Irfaan Ali of Guyana to discuss ongoing efforts to strengthen the bilateral relationship, and reaffirm the commitment of Guyana and the United States to advance regional security, democracy and stability.  They discussed the outcomes of the inaugural Guyana-U.S. Strategic Dialogue that&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/09/17/readout-of-principal-deputy-national-security-advisor-jon-finers-call-with-president-irfaan-ali-of-guyana-2/">Readout of Principal Deputy National Security Advisor Jon Finer’s Call with President Irfaan Ali of Guyana</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Tue Sep 17 2024

Remarks by President Biden Before Briefing Regarding the Ongoing Wildfire Season Response and Federal Efforts to Reduce

<p>12:01 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Okay? I’m about to receive a briefing on everything we’re doing to support the people and communities threatened by these horrific wildfires. And they’re &#8212; and they’re devastating. I &#8212; as I was saying to my staff before you came in, since I’ve been president, I’ve flown over more of these wildfires&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/09/17/remarks-by-president-biden-before-briefing-regarding-the-ongoing-wildfire-season-response-and-federal-efforts-to-reduce-wildfire-risk/">Remarks by President Biden Before Briefing Regarding the Ongoing Wildfire Season Response and Federal Efforts to Reduce Wildfire Risk</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Tue Sep 17 2024

Remarks by President Biden to Overflow Crowd at the 2024 National HBCU Week Conference | Philadelphia, PA

<p>Philadelphia Marriott DowntownPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania 2:14 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Hey, everybody. How are you? (Applause.) Well, look, I think we’re really &#8212; not because of me, because of you &#8212; we&#8217;re at a real point where things are about to change in a big way in America. No, I really mean it. I really mean&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/09/17/remarks-by-president-biden-to-overflow-crowd-at-the-2024-national-hbcu-week-conference-philadelphia-pa/">Remarks by President Biden to Overflow Crowd at the 2024 National HBCU Week Conference | Philadelphia, PA</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Tue Sep 17 2024

Statement from Vice President Harris on Senate Republicans’ Vote to Once Again Block Nationwide Protections for IVF

<p>Every woman in every state must have reproductive freedom. Yet, Republicans in Congress have once again made clear that they will not protect access to the fertility treatments many couples need to fulfill their dream of having a child. Congressional Republicans’ repeated refusal to protect access to IVF is not an isolated incident. Extremist so-called leaders&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/09/17/statement-from-vice-president-harris-on-senate-republicans-vote-to-once-again-block-nationwide-protections-for-ivf/">Statement from Vice President Harris on Senate Republicans’ Vote to Once Again Block Nationwide Protections for IVF</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Tue Sep 17 2024

Storm Boris (15 Sep. 2024)

France is deeply distressed by the devastating consequences of Storm Boris, which is affecting Central and Eastern Europe and has led to several deaths. It has also forced the evacuation of thousands of people and caused enormous material damage. We offer our condolences to the bereaved families. France expresses its absolute solidarity with the people and authorities of Austria, Hungary, Poland, Romania, Slovakia and the Czech Republic. Together with its European partners, France stands (…)

Updated: Tue Sep 17 2024

Ukraine – France condemns the Russian strike against a Ukrainian grain vessel in the Black Sea (11 Sep. 2024)

France condemns in the strongest possible terms the Russian missile strike against a cargo ship carrying Ukrainian grain to Egypt on September 11. After carrying out repeated strikes against Ukrainian port facilities involved in grain exports, Russia continues to jeopardize the food security of millions of people. France reiterates that Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine has significantly aggravated global food insecurity and malnutrition. This blackmail against food security has (…)

Updated: Tue Sep 17 2024

A Proclamation on Constitution Day and Citizenship Day, and Constitution Week, 2024

<p> It has been said that, when he was leaving the Constitutional Convention, Benjamin Franklin was asked whether the Founding Fathers had given America a monarchy or a republic, and he replied: &#8220;A republic, if you can keep it.&#8221; The Founders put the power to decide our Nation&#8217;s future in the hands of &#8220;We&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/09/16/a-proclamation-on-constitution-day-and-citizenship-day-and-constitution-week-2024/">A Proclamation on Constitution Day and Citizenship Day, and Constitution Week, 2024</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Mon Sep 16 2024

A Proclamation on National Voter Registration Day, 2024

<p>   American democracy begins and ends with the ballot box &#8212; putting the right to vote and the right to decide our Nation&#8217;s future in the hands of &#8220;We the People.&#8221;  Voting defines our threshold of liberty and makes everything possible.  On National Voter Registration Day, we recommit to protecting the sacred right to vote,&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/09/16/a-proclamation-on-national-voter-registration-day-2024/">A Proclamation on National Voter Registration Day, 2024</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Mon Sep 16 2024

FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Announces $1.3 Billion in Additional Funding and a Record of Over $17 Billion in

<p>Today, the Biden-Harris Administration announced additional federal investments in Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) totaling $1.3 billion. With these new investments, combined with the previously announced $16 billion in total federal investments in HBCUs, the Biden-Harris Administration has set another record of over $17 billion in federal investments in HBCUs from Fiscal Years (FY)&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/09/16/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-announces-1-3-billion-in-additional-funding-and-a-record-of-over-17-billion-in-total-support-for-historically-black-colleges-and-universities-hbcus/">FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Announces $1.3 Billion in Additional Funding and a Record of Over $17 Billion in Total Support for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Mon Sep 16 2024

Memorandum on the Presidential Determination on Major Drug Transit or Major Illicit Drug Producing Countries for Fiscal

<p>Presidential DeterminationNo.        2024-12         MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF STATE SUBJECT:       Presidential Determination on Major Drug Transit or Major Illicit Drug Producing Countries for Fiscal Year 2025 By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, including section 706(1) of the Foreign Relations Authorization Act, Fiscal Year 2003&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/09/15/memorandum-on-the-presidential-determination-on-major-drug-transit-or-major-illicit-drug-producing-countries-for-fiscal-year-2025/">Memorandum on the Presidential Determination on Major Drug Transit or Major Illicit Drug Producing Countries for Fiscal Year 2025</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Mon Sep 16 2024

Readout of White House Convening on Mpox

<p>Today, leaders from the National Security Council and the White House Office of Pandemic Preparedness and Response Policy convened a roundtable with Federal agencies, global and domestic public health partners, advocacy organizations, and community leaders to discuss the escalating “clade I” mpox outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and multiple other countries&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/09/16/readout-of-white-house-convening-on-mpox/">Readout of White House Convening on Mpox</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Mon Sep 16 2024

Remarks by National Economic Advisor Lael Brainard Assessing Progress on the US Economy

<p>Council on Foreign Relations, New York, New York As Prepared for Delivery I appreciate the kind invitation to join you for this discussion of the US economy. The Decline in Inflation amid an Expansion Today, we are at an important turning point. Inflation is coming back down close to normal levels, and it is important to&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/09/16/remarks-by-national-economic-advisor-lael-brainard-assessing-progress-on-the-us-economy/">Remarks by National Economic Advisor Lael Brainard Assessing Progress on the US Economy</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Mon Sep 16 2024

Remarks by President Biden at the 2024 Phoenix Awards Dinner (September 14, 2024)

<p>Walter E. Washington Convention CenterWashington, D.C. 8:37 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello, CBC. (Applause.) Hello, hello, hello. Please have a seat. I’m honored to be with so many friends. The CBC, you put your trust in me. You’ve always had my back, and I’d never forget it. CBC chairman, Steven Horsford; Terri Sewell, CBC founding&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/09/16/remarks-by-president-biden-at-the-2024-phoenix-awards-dinner-september-14-2024/">Remarks by President Biden at the 2024 Phoenix Awards Dinner (September 14, 2024)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Mon Sep 16 2024

Remarks by President Biden Before Marine One Departure

<p>9:06 A.M. EDT Q Do you have any more information on the assassination attempt? THE PRESIDENT: I think the &#8212; thank God the president is okay. I think we got a full report so far. We’ll go down there tonight. But one thing I want to make clear: The Service needs more help. And it &#8212; I&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/09/16/remarks-by-president-biden-before-marine-one-departure-55/">Remarks by President Biden Before Marine One Departure</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Mon Sep 16 2024

Statement by Vice President Harris

<p>I am deeply disturbed by the possible assassination attempt of former President Trump today. As we gather the facts, I will be clear: I condemn political violence. We all must do our part to ensure that this incident does not lead to more violence. I am thankful that former President Trump is safe. I commend the U.S.&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/09/15/statement-by-vice-president-harris/">Statement by Vice President Harris</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Mon Sep 16 2024

Statement from National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on the Three Year Anniversary of AUKUS

<p>Three years ago, President Biden and our Australian and United Kingdom partners committed to AUKUS, an enhanced security partnership that promotes a free and open Indo-Pacific that is secure and stable. As this partnership has grown, it has strengthened the security of our allies in the region as well as our own security here at home. Over the&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/09/16/statement-from-national-security-advisor-jake-sullivan-on-the-three-year-anniversary-of-aukus/">Statement from National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on the Three Year Anniversary of AUKUS</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Mon Sep 16 2024

Statement from President Joe Biden

<p>I have been briefed by my team regarding what federal law enforcement is investigating as a possible assassination attempt of former President Trump today. A suspect is in custody, and I commend the work of the Secret Service and their law enforcement partners for their vigilance and their efforts to keep the former President and&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/09/15/statement-from-president-joe-biden-8/">Statement from President Joe Biden</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Mon Sep 16 2024

Ukraine – France condemns strike that hit a convoy of the International Committee of the Red Cross (14 Sep. 2024)

France condemns in the strongest terms the strike that hit a convoy of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in the Donetsk region of Ukraine on 12 September 2024. It killed three Ukrainian ICRC personnel and injured two other people. These humanitarian personnel, who were assisting vulnerable people in Ukraine, were travelling in vehicles marked with the Red Cross logo. France extends its condolences to the loved ones of the deceased and to the ICRC. It wishes the injured a (…)

Updated: Mon Sep 16 2024

Readout of First-Ever White House Summit on Extreme Heat

<p>From worker heat exhaustion to bridge failures, extreme heat is increasingly placing strain on lives, livelihoods, and infrastructure. Earlier this week, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced that the United States just experienced its fourth-hottest summer on record. Globally, August 2024 was the warmest August in the agency’s 175-year record. Recognizing that extreme heat&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/09/14/readout-of-first-ever-white-house-summit-on-extreme-heat/">Readout of First-Ever White House Summit on Extreme Heat</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Sat Sep 14 2024

Readout of National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan’s Meeting with Historically Black College and University Presidents o

<p>On Thursday, National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan welcomed 20 leaders of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) for a round table discussion. The discussion focused on two areas: increasing pathways for HBCU students into national security fields, and identifying areas through which federal agencies can support HBCUs in managing their unique security challenges. This discussion&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/09/14/readout-of-national-security-advisor-jake-sullivans-meeting-with-historically-black-college-and-university-presidents-on-partnerships-to-advance-national-security/">Readout of National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan’s Meeting with Historically Black College and University Presidents on Partnerships to Advance National Security</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Sat Sep 14 2024

Letter to the Speaker of the House and President of the Senate on the Social Security Totalization Agreement With Romania

<p>Dear Mr. Speaker: (Dear Madam President:) Pursuant to section 233(e)(1) of the Social Security Act, as amended by the Social Security Amendments of 1977 (Public Law 95-216, 42 U.S.C. 433(e)(1)), I transmit herewith a social security totalization agreement with Romania, titled &#8220;Agreement on Social Security between the United States of America and Romania,&#8221; and the&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/09/12/letter-to-the-speaker-of-the-house-and-president-of-the-senate-on-the-social-security-totalization-agreement-with-romania/">Letter to the Speaker of the House and President of the Senate on the Social Security Totalization Agreement With Romania</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Sep 13 2024

Memorandum on the Continuation of the Exercise of Certain Authorities Under the Trading With the Enemy Act

<p>September 13, 2024 Presidential Determination No. 2024-11 MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF STATE THE SECRETARY OF THE TREASURY SUBJECT: Continuation of the Exercise of Certain Authorities Under the Trading With the Enemy Act Under section 101(b) of Public Law 95-223 (91 Stat. 1625; 50 U.S.C. 4305 note), and a previous determination on September 13, 2023 (88&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/09/13/memorandum-on-the-continuation-of-the-exercise-of-certain-authorities-under-the-trading-with-the-enemy-act-4/">Memorandum on the Continuation of the Exercise of Certain Authorities Under the Trading With the Enemy Act</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Sep 13 2024

Memorandum on the Delegation of Authority Under Section 7019(e) of the Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Rela

<p>MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF STATE THE ADMINISTRATOR OF THE UNITED STATES AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT SUBJECT: Delegation of Authority Under Section 7019(e) of the Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2024 By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America,&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/09/13/memorandum-on-the-delegation-of-authority-under-section-7019e-of-the-department-of-state-foreign-operations-and-related-programs-appropriations-act-2024/">Memorandum on the Delegation of Authority Under Section 7019(e) of the Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2024</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Sep 13 2024

Memorandum on the Delegation of Certain Sanctions-Related Authorities Under Public Law 118-50

<p>MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF STATE THE SECRETARY OF THE TREASURY THE SECRETARY OF DEFENSE THE ATTORNEY GENERAL THE SECRETARY OF COMMERCE SUBJECT: Delegation of Certain Sanctions-Related Authorities Under Public Law 118-50  By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including section 301 of title 3,&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/09/13/memorandum-on-the-delegation-of-certain-sanctions-related-authorities-under-public-law-118-50/">Memorandum on the Delegation of Certain Sanctions-Related Authorities Under Public Law 118-50</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>

Updated: Fri Sep 13 2024

North Korea – Launch of ballistic missiles (13 Sep. 2024)

France condemns in the strongest possible terms North Korea's September 12th launch of a salvo of short-range ballistic missiles, which constitutes another violation of the UN Security Council resolutions. France assures the Republic of Korea and Japan of its full solidarity. France urges North Korea to immediately cease its destabilizing actions, comply with its international obligations without delay, and return to the negotiating table so that it can engage in a process leading to the (…)

Updated: Fri Sep 13 2024