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President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves U.S. Virgin Islands Emergency Declaration

Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that an emergency exists in the territory of the U.S. Virgin Islands and ordered Federal assistance to supplement territory and local response efforts due to the emergency conditions resulting from Tropical Storm Ernesto beginning on August 13, 2024, and continuing. The President’s action authorizes the Department of Homeland… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/08/18/president-joseph-r-biden-jr-approves-u-s-virgin-islands-emergency-declaration-3/">President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves U.S. Virgin Islands Emergency Declaration</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Sun Aug 18 2024

Joint Statement by the Foreign Ministers of France, the United Kingdom, Germany and Italy (17 Aug. 2024)

We, the Foreign Ministers of France, the United Kingdom, Germany and Italy, strongly support the ongoing mediation efforts by the United States, Egypt and Qatar to conclude the agreement for a ceasefire and the release of hostages and are encouraged by the constructive approach adopted so far. We welcome the fact that technical work will continue over the coming days, including on both the humanitarian provisions and the specific arrangements relating to hostages and detainees, and that (…)

Updated: Sat Aug 17 2024

Remarks by President Biden After Air Force One Arrival | Hagerstown, MD

Hagerstown Regional AirportHagerstown, Maryland 7:49 P.M. EDT Q How are the ceasefire talks? THE PRESIDENT: So far, s- — as of an hour ago, they’re still in play. I’m optimistic. Not t- — far from over. Just a couple more issues. I think we’ve got a shot. Q Are you more optimistic now than you… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/08/16/remarks-by-president-biden-after-air-force-one-arrival-hagerstown-md/">Remarks by President Biden After Air Force One Arrival | Hagerstown, MD</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Sat Aug 17 2024

A Proclamation on National Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Week, 2024

Every member of the National Guard and Reserve forms a link in the chain of honor that stretches back far before our Nation’s founding. Throughout the centuries, these extraordinary citizens have committed themselves to a life of service and sacrifice for the United States. During National Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Week,… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/08/16/a-proclamation-on-national-employer-support-of-the-guard-and-reserve-week-2024/">A Proclamation on National Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Week, 2024</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Fri Aug 16 2024

A Proclamation on the Establishment of the Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument

In August 1908, mere blocks from the former home of President Abraham Lincoln, a white mob attacked the Black community in Springfield, Illinois, lynching two Black Americans and burning homes down to their foundations. By the time the National Guard quelled the violence, the mob had looted and destroyed businesses, razed city… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/08/16/a-proclamation-on-the-establishment-of-the-springfield-1908-race-riot-national-monument/">A Proclamation on the Establishment of the Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Fri Aug 16 2024

Afghanistan – Statement by the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs spokesperson (15 Aug. 2024)

Three years after the Taliban takeover in Afghanistan, France reaffirms its commitment to using all the levers at its disposal to bring about an improvement in the lot of the Afghan people in an ever-worsening humanitarian and economic context. Through its serious, repeated human-rights violations, the Taliban is not complying with the clear obligations it was set by United Nations Security Council Resolution 2593 of 2021, which France will continue to denounce. France also reiterates its (…)

Updated: Fri Aug 16 2024

Background Press Call on Ceasefire Negotiations and Joint Statement from the Leaders of the United States, Egypt, and Qatar

Via Teleconference 1:50 P.M. EDT MODERATOR: Hey, good afternoon, everyone. Thanks so much for joining today’s call, and apology for our delay in getting started here. Just a little housekeeping before we get started. As a reminder, this call is on background, attributable to a senior administration official, and the contents of the call are… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/press-briefings/2024/08/16/background-press-call-on-ceasefire-negotiations-and-joint-statement-from-the-leaders-of-the-united-states-egypt-and-qatar/">Background Press Call on Ceasefire Negotiations and Joint Statement from the Leaders of the United States, Egypt, and Qatar</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Fri Aug 16 2024

Climate – France welcomes the proclamation of the Decade of Action for Cryospheric Sciences (13 Aug. 2024)

France applauds the UN General Assembly's August 13th adoption of the resolution proclaiming 2025 to 2034 to be the Decade of Action for Cryospheric Sciences. Through this resolution, introduced jointly by France and Tajikistan, the UN member states recognize the importance of preserving glaciers and the poles at a time when we are witnessing the melting of the cryosphere. These formations play a critical role in stabilizing the climate, preserving biodiversity, and maintaining fresh water (…)

Updated: Fri Aug 16 2024

Israel/Palestinian Territories – Settler attack on Palestinians in the West Bank (15 Aug. 2024)

France strongly condemns yesterday's settler attack in the West Bank village of Jit, in which several Palestinian civilians were killed and injured. The recurrence and violence of these attacks, which has only increased, reflects the climate of impunity in which such violent settler actions occur. France calls on Israel to immediately take all necessary measures to protect the Palestinian population and prosecute the perpetrators of these appalling crimes. France has adopted sanctions (…)

Updated: Fri Aug 16 2024

Joint Statement by the Foreign Ministers of France and the United Kingdom (16 Aug. 2024)

We, the Foreign Ministers of France and the UK, share a common interest in the security of the State of Israel and the stability of the region as a whole. We are in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories on the first joint UK-France ministerial visit for a decade. As two UNSC permanent members, we have a specific responsibility to support ending the current escalation and securing a lasting peace to the benefit of Israelis, Palestinians and the whole region. The risk of wider (…)

Updated: Fri Aug 16 2024

Joint Statement from the United States, Egypt, and Qatar

Over the last 48 hours in Doha, senior officials from our governments have engaged in intensive talks as mediators aiming to conclude the agreement for a ceasefire and release of hostages and detainees. These talks were serious and constructive and were conducted in a positive atmosphere. Earlier today in Doha, the United States with support… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/08/16/joint-statement-from-the-united-states-egypt-and-qatar/">Joint Statement from the United States, Egypt, and Qatar</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Fri Aug 16 2024

Memorandum on the Delegation of Authority to Designate an Existing Official to Serve Within the Executive Branch as the

August 16, 2024 MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF STATE THE SECRETARY OF THE TREASURY THE SECRETARY OF DEFENSE THE ATTORNEY GENERAL THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCETHE ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT FOR NATIONAL SECURITY AFFAIRSTHE ADMINISTRATOR OF THE UNITED STATES AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT SUBJECT: Delegation of Authority to Designate an Existing Official to Serve Within the Executive Branch as the Coordinator… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/08/16/memorandum-on-the-delegation-of-authority-to-designate-an-existing-official-to-serve-within-the-executive-branch-as-the-coordinator-for-detained-isis-members-and-relevant-displaced-populations-in-syri/">Memorandum on the Delegation of Authority to Designate an Existing Official to Serve Within the Executive Branch as the Coordinator for Detained ISIS Members and Relevant Displaced Populations in Syria</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Fri Aug 16 2024

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves South Dakota Disaster Declaration

Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that a major disaster exists in the State of South Dakota and ordered Federal aid to supplement state, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, and flooding from June 16 to July 8, 2024. The President’s action makes Federal funding available… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/08/15/president-joseph-r-biden-jr-approves-south-dakota-disaster-declaration-5/">President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves South Dakota Disaster Declaration</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Fri Aug 16 2024

Remarks by President Biden at Signing of the Proclamation to Designate the Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument

Oval Office 11:46 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Well, hello, everybody. Welcome, all my former colleagues, colleagues, and members of the administration and those outside the administration that made this happen. I was — I want to say one thing at the outset. I never thought that, having been in the Senate for so many years, as well as… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/08/16/remarks-by-president-biden-at-signing-of-the-proclamation-to-designate-the-springfield-1908-race-riot-national-monument/">Remarks by President Biden at Signing of the Proclamation to Designate the Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Fri Aug 16 2024

Remarks by Vice President Harris at a Campaign Event in Raleigh, NC

Wake Tech Community CollegeRaleigh, North Carolina 2:26 P.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT: Can we hear it for Mike D? (Applause.) Hello, family and friends. (Laughs.) (Applause.) Oh, it’s good to be back in North Carolina. Oh, it’s good to see everyone. (Applause.) Thank you. Oh, it’s good to see everyone. Good afternoon. … The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/08/16/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-at-a-campaign-event-in-raleigh-nc/">Remarks by Vice President Harris at a Campaign Event in Raleigh, NC</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Fri Aug 16 2024

Statement from President Joe Biden on the Middle East

Earlier today, I received an update from my negotiating team on the ground in Doha and directed them to put forward the comprehensive bridging proposal presented today, which offers the basis for coming to a final agreement on a ceasefire and hostage release deal. I spoke separately with Amir Sheikh Tamim and President Sisi to… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/08/16/statement-from-president-joe-biden-on-the-middle-east/">Statement from President Joe Biden on the Middle East</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Fri Aug 16 2024

Statement from President Joe Biden on the Occasion of President Abinader’s Inauguration in the Dominican Republic

I congratulate President Luis Abinader on his inauguration. Bound by our common commitment to democracy—and deep cultural ties—the Dominican Republic and the United States are close friends and partners. As President Abinader begins his second term, we stand ready to support him and his administration in their efforts to secure a prosperous future for the… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/08/16/statement-from-president-joe-biden-on-the-occasion-of-president-abinaders-inauguration-in-the-dominican-republic/">Statement from President Joe Biden on the Occasion of President Abinader’s Inauguration in the Dominican Republic</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Fri Aug 16 2024

Statement from Vice President Kamala Harris on the Inflation Reduction Act Anniversary

Since day one of our Administration, President Joe Biden and I have made it a priority to strengthen the middle class by lowering costs, creating jobs, and advancing opportunity. That is why we fought to enact our Inflation Reduction Act, historic legislation that I was proud to cast the tie-breaking vote on in the Senate.… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/08/16/statement-from-vice-president-kamala-harris-on-the-inflation-reduction-act-anniversary/">Statement from Vice President Kamala Harris on the Inflation Reduction Act Anniversary</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Fri Aug 16 2024

FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Announces New, Lower Prices for First Ten Drugs Selected for Medicare Price Nego

New prices are expected to save millions of seniors and other Medicare beneficiaries $1.5 billion in out-of-pocket costs in the first year of the program alone For far too long, Americans have paid more for their prescription drugs than any developed nation. Today, the Biden-Harris Administration is delivering on its promise to lower out-of-pocket drug… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/08/15/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-announces-new-lower-prices-for-first-ten-drugs-selected-for-medicare-price-negotiation-to-lower-costs-for-millions-of-americans/">FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Announces New, Lower Prices for First Ten Drugs Selected for Medicare Price Negotiation to Lower Costs for Millions of Americans</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Thu Aug 15 2024

Fact Sheet: Celebrating the Strength of the United States-Dominican Republic Partnership

The United States and the Dominican Republic share a strong partnership based on democratic values and historic people-to-people ties. On the occasion of the inauguration of President Luis Abinader for his second term as the president of the Dominican Republic tomorrow, President Joe Biden sent a senior Presidential Delegation led by Secretary of Energy Jennifer… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/08/15/fact-sheet-celebrating-the-strength-of-the-united-states-dominican-republic-partnership/">Fact Sheet: Celebrating the Strength of the United States-Dominican Republic Partnership</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Thu Aug 15 2024

Letter to the Speaker of the House and President of the Senate on the Agreement for Cooperation Between the Government o

Dear Mr. Speaker: (Dear Madam President:) I am pleased to transmit to the Congress, pursuant to subsections 123 b. and 123 d. of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, as amended (42 U.S.C. 2153(b), (d)) (the “Act”), the text of an Agreement for Cooperation Between the Government of the United States of America and the… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/08/15/letter-to-the-speaker-of-the-house-and-president-of-the-senate-on-the-agreement-for-cooperation-between-the-government-of-the-united-states-of-america-and-the-government-of-the-republic-of-singapore-c/">Letter to the Speaker of the House and President of the Senate on the Agreement for Cooperation Between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the Republic of Singapore Concerning Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Thu Aug 15 2024

Meet Southports community heroes

We spoke to three community heroes who shared why they felt compelled to help following the devastating events that took place in Southport.

Updated: Thu Aug 15 2024

On-the-Record Press Gaggle by White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby

10:15 A.M. EDT MODERATOR: Hey, everyone. Thanks for joining. Kirby has a few words here at the top, and then we’ll get through as many questions as we can. Thanks. MR. KIRBY: Hey, folks. Good morning. Talks are moving forward today in Doha. President Biden directed Director Burns and Brett McGurk to participate for the… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/press-briefings/2024/08/15/on-the-record-press-gaggle-by-white-house-national-security-communications-advisor-john-kirby-22/">On-the-Record Press Gaggle by White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Thu Aug 15 2024

President Biden Announces Full Presidential Delegations to Paris, France to Attend the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. today announced the full designation of the Presidential Delegations to Paris, France to attend the Opening and Closing Ceremonies and events of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. The Honorable Tammy Duckworth, United States Senator, will lead the delegation to the Opening of the Paralympic Games. The Opening Ceremony will take… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/08/15/president-biden-announces-full-presidential-delegations-to-paris-france-to-attend-the-opening-and-closing-ceremonies-of-the-paris-2024-paralympic-games/">President Biden Announces Full Presidential Delegations to Paris, France to Attend the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Thu Aug 15 2024

Remarks by President Biden Before Marine One Departure

12:36 P.M. EDT Q Mr. President, will — will Bidenomics continue under Vice President Harris? Will Bidenomics continue under Vice President Harris? THE PRESIDENT: It doesn’t matter what the hell you call it, the economy is going to continue. With — all the legislation we passed, it’s working. In case you haven’t noticed, it’s working.… The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/08/15/remarks-by-president-biden-before-marine-one-departure-52/">Remarks by President Biden Before Marine One Departure</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.

Updated: Thu Aug 15 2024