Chicago, Illinois THE VICE PRESIDENT: Janet Murguía! (Applause.) Good afternoon, everyone. Please have a seat. Good afternoon. President Janet Murguía, I — I thank you for that introduction and for the years of our friendship and work together. It really means more than I can express. You and I also share so many things in…
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Press Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and NSC Coordinator for Strategic Communications John Kirby
James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 3:13 P.M. EDT MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Hello. Good afternoon. Okay. As I’m sure you all have seen, there has been a few important foreign policy announcements over the last couple of days. And so, we were unable to have a full briefing yesterday, and I wanted to make sure you…
Readout of President Biden’s Meeting with Legislators on DACA
Today President Biden and Vice President Harris met with a group of Senators and House members who have been longtime leaders on immigration reform and integral partners in this work. They discussed their shared support for Dreamers and the actions this Administration is taking to protect them, their livelihood, and their ability to stay in…
Readout of Oval Office Meeting With Six Dreamers
Today, President Biden met with six DACA recipients who work in health care, education, and agriculture to discuss their experiences on the frontlines of the pandemic. President Biden reiterated his support for Dreamers, TPS holders, farmworkers, and other essential immigrant workers. The President and the Dreamers also discussed the continued need for immigration reform and…
White House Announces Virtual Guests for the First Lady’s Box 2021 Joint Session of Congress
Traditionally, First Ladies have invited guests to join her in her viewing box for presidential speeches to Congress and other events of national importance. This year, because of safety measures related to COVID-19, the First Lady’s guests for the President’s Address to the Joint Session of Congress will be watching the speech remotely. At 4:00 PM…
FACT SHEET: The Biden-Harris Administration Advances Equity and Opportunity for Latino Communities Across the Country
The Biden-Harris Administration continues to deliver for the Latino Community by expanding access to health care, lowering drug prices for seniors, providing student debt relief, creating well-paid jobs and lowering Hispanic unemployment to its lowest rate in history. President Biden is leading the charge to ensure that all Latino families and communities can live…
Remarks by President Biden at the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute 46th Annual Gala
Walter E. Washington Convention CenterWashington, D.C. (September 21, 2023) 8:02 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello, hello, hello. (Applause.) Whoa. My Lord, this dinner gets bigger and bigger and bigger. Thanks for inviting me. (Applause.) Please, have a seat if you have one. If you don’t, come on up with me. Adriano, thanks for that introduction. And…
Remarks by President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden at Screening of the Film “Flamin’ Hot”
South Lawn 8:09 P.M. EDT THE FIRST LADY: Hello. Thank you. And welcome to the White House. (Applause.) It’s wonderful to see so many friends here today. And can we get another round of applause for Mariachi Vagas — Vargas. (Applause.) THE PRESIDENT: Where are they? (Laughter.) THE FIRST LADY: This — this country is and has always been…
Remarks by President Biden at the 45th Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Gala to Kick Off Hispanic Heritage Month
Walter E. Washington Convention CenterWashington, D.C. (September 15, 2022) 8:29 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello, hello, hello. (Applause.) Folks, this happens to be Nanette’s birthday. (Applause.) It’s hell when you turn 25, but you know. (Laughter.) We have a tradition to the Biden family: We sing “Happy Birthday.” So, let’s go. Ready? (Singing.) Happy birthday to…
FACT SHEET: The Biden-Harris Administration Advances Equity and Opportunity for Latino Communities Across the Country
President Biden knows that America’s future prosperity and global leadership is tied to the success of Latino families and communities. Latinos must receive equitable opportunities to share in the recovery from the pandemic and the investments we are making to build back better than before. After four years of attacks on Latino families and communities,…
