The Biden administration has been clear that the United States desires a relationship with Russia that is stable and predictable. We do not think that we need to continue on a negative trajectory. However, we have also been clear—publicly and privately—that we will defend our national interests and impose costs for Russian Government actions that…
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Press Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre
James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 12:44 P.M. EST MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Goodness. Q Thank you. MS. JEAN-PIERRE: A lot going on. Q I hope you answer my question because — MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Oh. Q — Afghan woman has expectation. Thank you so much. MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Okay. Well, the — the outfit certainly stands out, my…
Press Gaggle by Press Secretary Jen Psaki
Aboard Air Force OneEn Route Rosemount, Minnesota 1:00 P.M. CST MS. PSAKI: Okay. Welcome to our trip to Rosemount, Minnesota. The President, as you all know, will visit Dakota County Technical College, which serves almost 3,000 credit students and 10,000 noncredit students. The majority of jobs supported by the President’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will not need…
Background Press Call by Senior Administration Officials to Preview the President’s Engagements at UNGA
4:06 P.M. EDT MODERATOR: Thank you. Good afternoon, everyone. Thank you all for joining today’s call to preview the President’s participation in the United Nations General Assembly tomorrow. As a reminder today, today’s call is on background. It is attributable to “senior administration officials.” The call is embargoed until Tuesday, September 19th, at 5:00 a.m.…
FACT SHEET: Biden Administration Announces Actions to Address the Health Effects of Military Exposures
Exposure to contaminants and environmental hazards poses a major health concern for veterans of all generations. There are also gaps and delays in the scientific evidence demonstrating conclusive links between known exposures and health impacts, leaving many veterans without access to Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits and high-quality treatment to address significant health conditions.…
Statement by NSC Spokesperson Emily Horne on National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan’s Call with Geoffrey van Leeuwen, Foreign Affairs and Defense Advisor to the Prime Minister of the Netherlands
National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan spoke by phone today with Geoffrey van Leeuwen, Foreign Affairs and Defense Advisor to the Prime Minister of the Netherlands. Mr. Sullivan underscored the Biden Administration’s commitment to further strengthening the U.S.-Netherlands relationship and reinvigorating transatlantic ties. He expressed appreciation for long-standing contributions and sacrifices made by Dutch troops in…
President Biden Announces Four Key Foreign Policy Nominations
WASHINGTON – Today, President Joe Biden announced his intent to nominate the following four individuals to serve in key roles promoting U.S. foreign policy: John R. Bass, Nominee for Under Secretary of State (Management) David L. Cohen, Nominee for Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Canada Jamie L. Harpootlian, Nominee for Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to…
Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jen Psaki and Surgeon General Dr. Vivek H. Murthy, July 15, 2021
James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 1:05 P.M. EDT MS. PSAKI: Hi, everyone. We have another special guest today. Doesn’t sing as well as our guest from yesterday — (laughter) — but very knowledgeable. SURGEON GENERAL MURTHY: Definitely don’t ask me to sing. MS. PSAKI: (Laughs.) Today, we have a special guest, Surgeon General Vivek Murthy. The Surgeon…
Press Gaggle by Principal Deputy Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre En Route Arvada, Colorado
12:43 P.M. MDT MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Hey, everyone. Continuing our West Coast trip here. All right, good morning. As you all know, today the President will travel to Denver, Colorado. That’s where we’re headed, obviously. The President will deliver remarks at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory in Golden [Arvada], Colorado, to underscore how the investments in…
Remarks by President Biden During Briefing on the Atlantic Hurricane Outlook and Preparedness Efforts
FEMA HeadquartersWashington, D.C. 1:44 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Hey, the press. Welcome. I have a very brief opening statement here. Administrator Criswell, thanks for — thanks for hosting us. You know, I wanted a tested veteran for FEMA, and that’s exactly what I got in the new head of FEMA. I really do appreciate it. …
