On National Public Lands Day, we give thanks for the precious public lands that are the birthright of every American and at the heart of our national pride. From national parks to monuments, conservation areas, wildlife refuges, forests, grasslands, marine sanctuaries, reservoirs, and lakes — these lands provide endless opportunities for adventure, education, and respite. …
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United States-Republic of Korea Leaders’ Joint Statement
President Yoon Suk Yeol welcomes President Joseph R. Biden to the Republic of Korea (ROK), marking the earliest meeting in a ROK President’s term in office with the President of the United States (U.S.). Founded in our shared sacrifice and honed by our deep security ties, the Alliance between the Republic of Korea and the…
FACT SHEET: BIDEN-HARRIS ADMINISTRATION ANNOUNCES NEW PAY RAISES & SUPPORTS FOR WILDLAND FIREFIGHTER WORKFORCE FROM BIPARTISAN INFRASTRUCTURE LAW
Our nation’s wildland firefighters safeguard vital benefits for communities across the nation: protecting our nation’s critical infrastructure, defending lives and private property from the risk of catastrophic wildfire, preserving forests so they can help us combat climate change, and protecting landscapes that contain cultural and natural resources of significance and value to Tribes, provide habitat…
Readout of President Biden’s Meeting with Prime Minister Mitsotakis of Greece
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. met today with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis of Greece. The President congratulated the Prime Minister on 201 years of Greek independence. The leaders underscored that the relationship between the United States and Greece is stronger than ever, and noted the enduring people-to-people bonds that have helped define our bilateral ties…
Background Press Call by Senior Administration Officials Previewing the U.S.-Pacific Island Country Summit
Via Teleconference (September 27, 2022) 8:10 P.M. EDT SENIOR ADMINISTRATION OFFICIAL: Thank you. Thanks, everyone, for joining. I know it’s later in the evening for those of us in the U.S. And sorry, again, for starting a little bit late. So, this is the NSC press background call to preview the first U.S.-Pacific Island Country Summit.…
Remarks of Dr. Alondra Nelson at the White House Earth Week Roundtable: “Knowledge in Nature: How Nature Can Help Grow A Better Future”
As Prepared for Delivery Thank you, Dr. Lubchenco, and thank you all for joining us. Earth Day is about the relationship between people and the environment. It’s about celebrating the myriad ways in which the beauty and bounty of nature benefit people — and it’s about learning how we, in return, can care for our…
Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by First Lady Jill Biden at the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit Spousal Program
Washington D.C. Thank you, Kalkidan. What an inspiring story! You and your sister show us that when we invest in our young people, you go on to make your communities better for everyone. Thank you for your work. I’m so grateful to Deborah and the Kennedy Center team for opening the REACH for us today.…
Background Press Call on Climate Security
Via Teleconference (October 20, 2021) 4:20 P.M. EDT MODERATOR: Thanks. And hello, everyone. Our sincere apologies for starting late and for the mix-up with the dial-in. We will be sure to have a transcript available for you all and those who are joining, or not able to join, at some point later on this evening. …
A Proclamation on National Character Counts Week, 2022
During National Character Counts Week, we reflect on the highest standards of character — integrity, courage, empathy, decency, and respect — that lift each other up, bring our communities together, and make our Nation stronger. Through simple acts of kindness and inspiring demonstrations of selflessness, we see the best of America’s character every…
A Proclamation on National Family Week, 2022
During National Family Week, we celebrate the power of family, whose love and dreams for the future have made this Nation strong for generations. For me and the First Lady, family is everything. That is why, from day one, my Administration’s top priority has been to build an economy that works for…
