President Biden has long believed that college should be a ticket to the middle class, not a burden that weighs on families. That’s why from day one, his Administration has taken unprecedented steps to fix the broken student loan system, make college more affordable, and bring the promise of higher education in reach for more…
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A Proclamation on National First Responders Day, 2023
Every day, Americans across the country witness the absolute courage and selfless sacrifice of our first responders. Whether they are police officers and sheriff’s deputies protecting our communities; firefighters running into burning buildings; or emergency medical technicians, paramedics, 911 dispatchers, 988 crisis responders, and other public health workers providing emergency care, these heroes…
First Lady Jill Biden Announces “Girls Leading Change” Honorees
In celebration of International Day of the Girl, the First Lady is honoring 15 young women who are leading change and shaping a brighter future in communities across the United States Today, in honor of International Day of the Girl, First Lady Jill Biden will celebrate 15 young women leaders, selected by the White House…
President Biden’s 2024 Budget Strengthens Support for Military and Veteran Families, Caregivers, and Survivors
The Biden-Harris Administration is committed to ensuring that military and veteran families, caregivers, and survivors have what they need to thrive. Through the First Lady’s Joining Forces initiative, the White House is working to support economic opportunities for military spouses, including access to affordable, quality child care; support for military-connected children in the classroom; and…
FACT SHEET: The President’s Budget Creates Opportunity, Advances Equity
Since taking office, the President has fought to create opportunity and advance equity—not as a one-year project, but as part of a sustained commitment to make the promise of America real for every American, including communities of color, rural communities, women and girls, Tribal communities, LGBTQI+ individuals, people with disabilities, and communities impacted by persistent…
FACT SHEET: The President’s Budget Creates Opportunity, Advances Equity
Since taking office, the President has fought to create opportunity and advance equity—not as a one-year project, but as part of a sustained commitment to make the promise of America real for every American, including communities of color, rural communities, women and girls, Tribal and territorial communities, LGBTQI+ individuals, people with disabilities, and communities impacted…
FACT SHEET: 80% of House Republicans Release Plan Targeting Medicare, Social Security, and the Affordable Care Act, Raising Costs, and Cutting Taxes for the Wealthy
In his State of the Union Less than two weeks ago, President Biden laid out his vision for an economy that gives the middle class a fair shot. He also warned that congressional Republicans “will cut Social Security and give more tax cuts to the wealthy,” that they continue to oppose the Affordable Care Act,…
Remarks by Vice President Harris in a Roundtable with Disability Advocates
Vice President’s Ceremonial OfficeEisenhower Executive Office Building 1:25 P.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon. I want to welcome these leaders for coming in to have this very important discussion about some of the most pressing issues of our time. I am Kamala Harris. My pronouns are “she” and “her.” I am a woman sitting at the…
President Biden Announces Presidential Delegation to attend the Opening Ceremony of the Special Olympics World Games in Berlin, Germany
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. today announced the designation of a Presidential Delegation to Germany to attend the Opening Ceremony of the Special Olympics World Games Berlin 2023 on Saturday, June 17, 2023. 7,000 athletes and Unified Partners and 3,000 coaches and supervisors will represent 190 delegations in 26 sports at these Games. The Honorable Miguel…
Remarks by First Lady Jill Biden on the Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
Rose Garden 11:21 A.M. EDT THE FIRST LADY: Hello. Wow. What a beautiful day for this. Thank you, and welcome to the White House. You know, it’s wonderful to be with so many friends here today. The story of the disability community — of all of you — is a story of fearlessness and resilience. …
