NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE: Viquar Ahmad, of Texas, to be Chief Financial Officer, Department of Commerce, vice Thomas F. Gilman. Viquar Ahmad, of Texas, to be an Assistant Secretary of Commerce, vice Thomas F. Gilman. Mari Carmen Aponte, of Puerto Rico, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States...
Today, President Biden convened a roundtable with farmers, ranchers, an independent poultry processor, and members of his Cabinet to discuss the need for greater competition in beef, pork and poultry processing and to announce the Administration's Action Plan for a Fairer, More Competitive, and More Resilient Meat and Poultry Supply Chain. The President, Secretary Vilsack,...
South Court Auditorium 2:11 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Folks. THE VICE PRESIDENT: Happy New Year, everyone. PARTICIPANTS: Happy New Year. THE PRESIDENT: The Admiral is in the house. SURGEON GENERAL MURTHY: Hi, sir. How are you? THE PRESIDENT: How are you? Well, since we're more than 10 feet apart while we're speaking, we're going to...
National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan spoke today with his counterparts from the five Nordic countries to consult on ways to strengthen Transatlantic security. Mr. Sullivan and his counterparts discussed their readiness to impose severe consequences on Russia if it engages in further aggression against Ukraine. They also underscored the importance of diplomacy to de-escalate the situation,...
My Administration is committed to rapid 5G deployment, while minimizing disruptions to air operations and continuing to maintain the world's safest airspace. Last night's agreement is a significant step in the right direction, and we're grateful to all parties for their cooperation and good faith. This agreement ensures that there will be no disruptions to...
In July, President Biden signed an Executive Order on Promoting Competition in the American Economy to create a fairer, more resilient, and more dynamic economy. Over the last few decades, we've seen too many industries become dominated by a handful of large companies that control most of the business and most of the opportunities-raising prices...
Q: Do you have any comment on Iran's announcement that it launched a space-launch vehicle yesterday? A: Iran announced that it went ahead with the launch of a space-launch vehicle on December 30. France condemns this action, which is counter to UN Security Council Resolution 2231. Security Council Resolution 2231 calls on Iran to refrain from carrying out activities, including launches, related to ballistic missiles designed to be capable of carrying nuclear weapons. Because of the great (...)
The People's Republic of China, the French Republic, the Russian Federation, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and the United States of America consider the avoidance of war between Nuclear-Weapon States and the reduction of strategic risks as our foremost responsibilities. We affirm that a nuclear war cannot be won and must...
The People's Republic of China, the French Republic, the Russian Federation, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and the United States of America consider the avoidance of war between Nuclear-Weapon States and the reduction of strategic risks as our foremost responsibilities.
NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE: Bridget Meehan Brennan, of Ohio, to be United States District Judge for the Northern District of Ohio, vice Dan A. Polster, retired. Tovah R. Calderon, of the District of Columbia, to be an Associate Judge of the District of Columbia Court of Appeals for the term of fifteen...
PM: The government will go "further and faster" to maximise the opportunities of Brexit.
South Court Auditorium 2:28 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Hello, folks. How are you? Welcome. Welcome. I wish you were here in person. One of these days, we're going to be able to do that again. I want to thank you for joining us, and Happy New Year. And before we begin, I want to say...
The Sudanese Prime Minister, Abdalla Hamdok, announced his resignation yesterday evening. France pays tribute to his efforts in support of the democratic transition in Sudan, which made it possible to institute critical reforms that must continue. France reaffirms the importance it attributes to respecting the principles set forth in the Constitutional Declaration of August 2019 and calls for the reestablishment of the transitional institutions reflecting the democratic aspirations of the (...)
France congratulates Albania, Brazil, Gabon, Ghana and the United Arab Emirates, which will begin their two-year term as members of the UN Security Council tomorrow. France wishes to work closely with each of these partners and knows it can count on their commitment to ensuring that the Security Council fully embraces its eminent responsibility to maintain international peace and security. On this occasion, France applauds the remarkable job done by Estonia, Niger, Saint Vincent and the (...)
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. spoke today with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine. President Biden made clear that the United States and its allies and partners will respond decisively if Russia further invades Ukraine. The leaders expressed support for diplomatic efforts, starting next week with the bilateral Strategic Stability Dialogue, at NATO through the NATO-Russia Council, and...
Yesterday, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that a major disaster exists in the State of Colorado and ordered Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by wildfires and straight-line winds beginning on December 30, 2021, and continuing. The President's action makes Federal funding available to affected individuals in...
Via Teleconference 5:41 P.M. EST MODERATOR: Thank you. Good evening, everyone. And thanks for joining us. A reminder that this call will be on background, attributed to a "senior administration official," and the contents are going to be embargoed until the conclusion of the call. We will have an official readout of the call out shortly,...
In the face of the damage caused by Super Typhoon Rai (Odette), which has killed nearly 400 people and displaced several tens of thousands in the Philippines, France stands alongside the Philippine people.
The Prime Minister hails success of vaccine programme and heroic public response to booster campaign in New Year's message.
The President spoke this morning with Governor Jared Polis to discuss the no-notice wildfires that have caused significant property damage and loss in Colorado. Governor Polis described the impacts and the need for additional Federal support, and the President assured him that every effort will be made to provide immediate help to people in the impacted...
Banks' Seafood Kitchen and Raw BarWilmington, Delaware 2:39 P.M. EST THE FIRST LADY: Happy New Year! Q President Biden, what did you convey on your call with Vladimir Putin? THE PRESIDENT: I made it clear to President Putin that if he - he makes any more moves and goes into Ukraine, we will have severe...
Human trafficking - whether in the form of forced labor, sex trafficking, or other offenses - is an abhorrent abuse of power and a profoundly immoral crime that strikes at the safety, health, and dignity of millions of people worldwide. During National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, we reaffirm our commitment to protect and empower survivors...
I often say that America can be defined in one word - possibilities. No matter our background or circumstance, every child in America has the right to go as far as their dreams will take them. But those dreams are rarely reached alone. We all benefit from the support, wisdom, and nurturing of mentors who...
All people deserve to feel safe and protected - whether in their home, at work or school, online, or in any other public or private spaces. During National Stalking Awareness Month, we support all those who are threatened and harmed by the pervasive crime of stalking, recognize those who raise awareness and advocate for survivors,...
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. called President-elect Gabriel Boric of Chile today to congratulate him on his election victory. The President applauded Chile's free and fair elections as a powerful example to the region and the world. The two leaders discussed their shared commitment to social justice, democracy, human rights, and inclusive growth. President Biden...
