Via Teleconference 3:16 P.M. EDT MODERATOR: Good afternoon, everyone. Thanks so much for joining this on-the-record gaggle to preview the G7 and go through the news of day with White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby. Kirby will have a few words at the top, and then we’ll take your questions. Kirby, I’ll turn…
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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: Hi. Good afternoon, everybody. Q Good afternoon. Q Good afternoon. MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Before I turn it over to my NSC colleague here, I want to say one thing at the top. We have grave concerns with the passage of the Anti-Homosexuality Act — AHA…
Nominations Sent to the Senate
NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE: B. Bix Aliu, of Virginia, a Career Member of the Senior Foreign Service, Class of Minister-Counselor, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to Montenegro. Martina Anna Tkadlec Strong, of Texas, a Career Member of the Senior Foreign Service, Class of Minister-Counselor, to be…
CEQ Announces New Countries Committing to the Zero-Emission Government Fleet Declaration
At the 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP27), Sweden and the Netherlands became the latest nations to join the United States and partners in a public commitment to transition their government owned and operated fleets to zero-emission vehicles across all vehicle classes. During a COP27 event, White House Council on Environmental Quality…
Statement by President Joe Biden on Rosh Hashanah
This Rosh Hashanah, Jewish communities throughout America and across the globe will celebrate the birth of the world and the beginning of a new year. With the piercing sound of the shofar and the sweetness of apples dipped in honey, the Jewish New Year ushers in a sacred time of reflection, repentance, and renewal. A time…
Remarks by Vice President Harris at a Gathering of Community Violence Intervention Leaders
Indian Treaty RoomEisenhower Executive Office Building 12:41 P.M. EST THE VICE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon, everyone. Good afternoon. (Applause.) Dr. Chico! (Applause.) Really. Really. Please have a seat. Please have a seat. Good afternoon, everyone. AUDIENCE MEMBERS: Good afternoon. THE VICE PRESIDENT: So, Dr. Chico and I were talking in the back about — last time…
Remarks by President Biden at a Campaign Reception
Private ResidenceChevy Chase, Maryland (June 27, 2023) 5:46 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Well, first of all, thank you. You know, people indicate that putting on a fundraiser is no big deal. It’s a giant deal. You’ve had Secret Service running through the house. (Laughter.) You’ve had all kinds of people. Yeah. Your neighbor is saying,…
Readout of President Joseph R. Biden, Jr.’s Call with Prime Minister Naftali Bennett of Israel
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. spoke today with Prime Minister Naftali Bennett of Israel to reaffirm the warm and historic partnership between the United States and Israel. The leaders discussed the shared security and other challenges in the Middle East region, including the threat posed by Iran and its proxies. The President underscored his commitment…
President Biden Announces Key Appointments to Boards and Commissions
WASHINGTON – Today, President Biden announced his intent to appoint the following individuals to serve in key roles: Mohamed Hag Magid, Commissioner, United States Commission on International Religious Freedom Elizabeth Hirsh Naftali, Commission Member, United States Commission for the Preservation of America’s Heritage Abroad Michael Lozman, Commission Member, United States Commission for the Preservation of…
Remarks by President Biden and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese of Australia at Arrival Ceremony
10:25 A.M. EDT PRESIDENT BIDEN: Well, Mr. Prime Minister — (applause) — and Jodie, distinguished guests, and all of Australia out on the lawn: Welcome. Welcome and good morning — or, as you would say, g’day. You know, it’s an honor to welcome you all to the White House as we celebrate the enduring alliance…
