Today, extreme MAGA House Republicans showed us what they value: tax breaks for the super wealthy and wasteful spending for special interests. The House Freedom caucus’ proposal would be a gut-punch to the American middle class and wouldn’t cut the deficit. Let me repeat that: this proposal would bring devastating consequences to our national security, working families, and…
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Statement from President Joe Biden on Ohio Issue 1
Tonight, Americans once again voted to protect their fundamental freedoms – and democracy won. In Ohio, voters protected access to reproductive health in their state constitution. Ohioans and voters across the country rejected attempts by MAGA Republican elected officials to impose extreme abortion bans that put the health and lives of women in jeopardy, force…
Statement from President Joe Biden on North Carolina’s Implementation of Medicaid Expansion
Every American deserves high-quality affordable health care. Today, we are one step closer towards meeting that promise, as 600,000 North Carolinians can now access the affordable, quality coverage they need under Medicaid. Thanks to Governor Roy Cooper’s years of leadership, in partnership with bipartisan elected officials, North Carolina is the 40th state to expand Medicaid…
Statement from President Joe Biden on Decision to Pause Pending Approvals of Liquefied Natural Gas Exports
In every corner of the country and the world, people are suffering the devastating toll of climate change. Historic hurricanes and floods wiping out homes, businesses, and houses of worship. Wildfires destroying whole neighborhoods and forcing families to leave their communities behind. Record temperatures affecting the lives and livelihoods of millions of Americans, especially the…
Remarks by President Biden at a Campaign Reception | Denver, CO
Private ResidenceDenver, Colorado 6:02 P.M. MST THE PRESIDENT: Well, hello, hello, hello. Please, everybody have a seat. My lord, this is a big crowd. Thank you. Thank you, thank you, thank you. And I want to thank Tamara and Ken for welcoming me into your home. I mean that sincerely. Thank you. You know, I hope she’s not embarrassed…
Remarks by President Biden on his Vision for the Economy
International Union of Operating Engineers Local 77Accokeek, Maryland (April 19, 2023) 2:39 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello, hello, hello. (Applause.) Thank you, Paula, for that introduction. I appreciate it. And hello, Operating Engineers Local 77. (Applause.) I might note: From the time I announced for the United States Senate when I was a kid, I…
Remarks by President Biden Urging Congress to Pass the Emergency National Security Supplemental Appropriations Act
State Dining Room 1:16 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon. For much too long, as you all know, the immigration system has been broken. And it’s long past time to fix it. That’s why, months ago, I instructed my team to begin negotiations with a bipartisan group of senators to seriously and finally fix our immigration system. For…
Remarks by President Biden on his Budget for Fiscal Year 2024
Finishing Trades InstitutePhiladelphia, Pennsylvania 2:16 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Hello, Philadelphia! Now, before I get going — hey, everybody. How are you? (Applause.) “Moms Demand Action.” We’re going to get action. Hey, you know, what? His mom is watching — Tina. Tina, I don’t know — I wish you were here. I could meet you. …
Remarks by President Biden at a Campaign Reception | Beverly Hills, CA
Private ResidenceBeverly Hills, California (February 20, 2024) 7:17 P.M. PST THE PRESIDENT: Thank you, thank you, thank you. (Applause.) Please sit down. I’m sure you’re standing up because you’re so bored of sitting down all this time. (Laughter.) Leslie, thank you for that introduction. And a special thanks to — to Haim and Cheryl and opening their home to…
Remarks by President Biden and Vice President Harris on Lowering Healthcare Costs | Raleigh, NC
3:31 P.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT: Hello. Hello, North Carolina. (Applause.) (Laughs.) Oh, it’s good to be back. It’s good to be back. Please have a seat, everyone. Please have a seat. So, before I begin, I will say a few words on the terrible accident in Baltimore this morning. I know we are all…