Roosevelt Room 12:20 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Hey, folks. How are you? Q Pretty good. How are you? THE PRESIDENT: Good news today: This morning, we learned the economy created 336,000 jobs in September alone. That means, since I’ve taken office, we’ve created 13.9 million new jobs. You’ve heard me say it before; I’m going…
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White House Appoints 2022-2023 Class of White House Fellows
The President’s Commission on White House Fellows is pleased to announce the appointment of the 2022-2023 class of White House Fellows. Founded in 1964, the White House Fellows program offers exceptional young leaders first-hand experience working at the highest levels of the Federal government. Fellows spend a year working with senior White House Staff, Cabinet…
Care Businesses: A Model that Doesn’t Work for Providers, Workers, or Families
By Heather Boushey, Lisa Barrow, Gopi Shah Goda, Victoria Lee, Anna Pasnau, and Sarah Wheaton Across the United States, thousands of mostly small businesses supply care for children, the elderly, and the disabled or infirm. Their role in the nation’s care infrastructure is critical. Not only do they support the well-being of the people entrusted…
A Proclamation on Older Americans Month, 2022
During Older Americans Month, we honor our Nation’s seniors and the tremendous impact they have made in helping build a more perfect Union. Older Americans contribute their time and wisdom to make our communities stronger, more informed, and better connected. They are our loved ones, friends, mentors, essential workers, volunteers, and neighbors. We celebrate their…
Remarks by President Biden Celebrating the 31st Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
Rose Garden 11:28 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Madam Vice President, Tyree — you’re an inspiration. Thank you for sharing your story. Thirty-one years ago today, on the South Lawn of the White House, President George H.W. Bush signed the Americans with Disabilities Act. He surrou- — he was surrounded by disability advocates and bipartisan members of the…
Remarks of Dr. Alondra Nelson at The White House Cancer Moonshot Goals Forum
As Prepared for Delivery at The White House Good morning, everyone. Welcome to the White House. Thank you so much for joining us. I’m so glad to be with you for this important conversation. As Dr. Carnival mentioned, I have the honor and privilege of leading the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, or…
President Biden Announces AMTRAK Board Member Nominees
WASHINGTON – Today, President Biden announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to serve as members of the AMTRAK Board of Directors: David Capozzi, Nominee for Member of the AMTRAK Board of Directors Anthony Coscia, Nominee for Member of the AMTRAK Board of Directors Christopher Koos, Nominee for Member of the AMTRAK Board of…
Remarks by Homeland Security Advisor Dr. Liz Sherwood-Randall at the 30th Anniversary of The National Guard’s State Partnership Program
General Hokanson – thank you for your lifetime of service and leadership. And to all the Army and Air National Guard personnel here – thank you for your continuing and critical service to our nation. You’re uniquely positioned within our Joint Force, serving both community and country. Under your State Active Duty and Title 32…
Remarks by Vice President Harris at the Rainbow PUSH Coalition Convention
Apostolic Church of GodChicago, Illinois 3:00 P.M. CDT THE VICE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon. Good afternoon. Good afternoon. Please have a seat. I said to the Congressman: I didn’t know he could preach like that. (Applause.) Oh, good afternoon, everyone. I want to thank the Congressman for that extraordinary presentation — (applause) — and for his…
Remarks by President Biden and Members of the Competition Council Announcing New Actions to Lower Costs for Hardworking Families by Fighting Corporate Rip-offs
State Dining Room 2:50 P.M. EST MR. CHOPRA: Good afternoon. Whether it’s a credit card bill, Internet bill, grocery bill, or anything else in a monthly budget, President Biden has been focused on promoting competition, lowering costs, and stopping profiteering. Today, we’re taking action to stop excessive fees in the banking industry. We’re closing a loophole abused by…
