Month: March 2023

27 Mar

FACT SHEET: Vice President Harris Announces Initiatives to Strengthen U.S. Partnership with Ghana and Promote Regional Security

Politics

The United States and Ghana enjoy a strong bilateral relationship based on deep historical, cultural, and economic ties, as well as shared democratic values. The United States and Ghana partner closely to solve common challenges, in West Africa and globally, and the United States is committed to strengthening that partnership. The Vice President’s travel to Ghana reaffirms our relationship and collaboration on a range of issues, including: supporting conflict prevention and stabilization in Coastal West Africa; promoting inclusive economic growth, innovation, and regional integration; investing in women and youth; elevating engagement with the African Diaspora; addressing shared health challenges; and…

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26 Mar

War Day 87: war diaries w/ Advisor to Ukraine President, Intel Officer @Alexey Arestovych & #Фейгин

Politics

There is a lot of pro-Putin bias in the Western world. We aim to dispel this “macho” propaganda and reveal true colors of his regime: murder, intimidation, industrialized kleptocracy and well-funded russian fascism propaganda machines. We were born in Russia, we have lost friends to this murderer… we see how he “zombifies” most and intimidates and beats down the rest. We also know where his weak spots are and what atrocities his regime is committing on a daily basis. Message from the source channel owner. Daily War Chronicles: Feygin and Arestovych #Фейгин #ФейгинLIVE — English translation #PrivateerStation (in Russian: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQVt…)…

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26 Mar

Statement from NSC Spokesperson Adrienne Watson on Developments in Israel

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We are deeply concerned by today’s developments out of Israel, which further underscore the urgent need for compromise.  As the President recently discussed with Prime Minister Netanyahu, democratic values have always been, and must remain, a hallmark of the U.S.-Israel relationship.  Democratic societies are strengthened by checks and balances, and fundamental changes to a democratic system should be pursued with the broadest possible base of popular support.  We continue to strongly urge Israeli leaders to find a compromise as soon as possible.  We believe that is the best path forward for Israel and all of its citizens.  U.S. support for Israel’s security and democracy remains ironclad. ### Official…

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26 Mar

Remarks by Vice President Harris at Arrival Ceremony

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Kotoka International AirportAccra, Ghana THE VICE PRESIDENT:  Good afternoon.  AUDIENCE:  Good afternoon! THE VICE PRESIDENT:  Good afternoon.  Thank you for the warm welcome, all our young leaders — all the leaders.  Thank you for this warm welcome on behalf of my husband, the Second Gentleman of the United States — and, of course, we bring you greetings from the President of the United States, Joe Biden, and the First Lady, Jill Biden. What an honor it is to be here in Ghana and on the continent of Africa.  Today begins a weeklong journey, first here in Ghana, then on to Tanzania, and then…

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26 Mar

UkrLife 04 22 Arestovich: Putin’s war in Ukraine, early days and current perspectives.

Politics

There is a lot of pro-Putin bias in the Western world. We aim to dispel this “macho” propaganda and reveal true colors of his regime: murder, intimidation, industrialized kleptocracy and well-funded russian fascism propaganda machines. We were born in Russia, we have lost friends to this murderer… we see how he “zombifies” most and intimidates and beats down the rest. We also know where his weak spots are and what atrocities his regime is committing on a daily basis. Message from the source channel owner. Putin’s war in Ukraine, early days and current perspectives. Recording from 4-22-22 Olexiy Arestovych (Kiev):…

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26 Mar

What They Are Reading in the States: Biden-Harris Administration is Investing in America; Local Communities Reap Benefits

Politics

The Biden-Harris Administration is delivering historic investments to communities across the country, growing our economy from the middle-out and bottom-up, not top-down. This week, as a result of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, multiple manufacturing companies announced new investments that will create hundreds of good-paying jobs, and the Administration announced significant actions to implement the historic legislation President Biden signed into law that is creating economic opportunity for hardworking American families. Prompted by the Inflation Reduction act, this week LG Energy and QCELLS both announced expansions of their manufacturing facilities in Arizona and Georgia, which will create hundreds of…

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26 Mar

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Mississippi Disaster Declaration

Politics

Early Sunday morning, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that a major disaster exists in the State of Mississippi and ordered Federal aid to supplement State, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, and tornadoes from March 24 to March 25, 2023. The President’s action makes Federal funding available to affected individuals in the counties of Carroll, Humphreys, Monroe, and Sharkey. Assistance can include grants for temporary housing and home repairs, low-cost loans to cover uninsured property losses, and other programs to help individuals and business owners recover from the effects of the disaster. Federal funding…

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25 Mar

Statement by White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on the Bilateral Meeting Between President Joe Biden and President Alberto Fernández of Argentina

Politics

On March 29, following the conclusion of day one of the second Summit for Democracy, President Joe Biden will host President Alberto Fernández of Argentina for a bilateral meeting at the White House. The leaders will celebrate 200 years of bilateral relations between the United States and Argentina and reiterate the strength of the U.S.-Argentina partnership. They will discuss how the United States and Argentina can continue to partner to address global challenges and continue to make progress on areas of mutual national interest, including critical minerals, climate change, space, and technology. They will also discuss economic cooperation, as well…

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25 Mar

Letter to the Speaker of the House and President pro tempore of the Senate consistent with the War Powers Resolution (Public Law 93-148)

Politics

Dear Mr. Speaker:   (Dear Madam President:) As I have reported previously, militia groups affiliated with Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) have perpetrated a series of attacks against United States personnel and facilities in Iraq and Syria.  On March 23, 2023, a one-way unmanned aerial system attack tragically killed one American contractor supporting the United States military, and wounded six others, including five United States service members.  The March 23 attack followed a number of prior attacks against United States forces in Syria.  These attacks have placed the lives of United States and Coalition personnel under ongoing threat. At my…

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25 Mar

Statement from President Joe Biden on Devastating Tornado Deaths in Mississippi

Politics

Jill and I are praying for those who have lost loved ones in the devastating tornadoes in Mississippi and for those whose loved ones are missing. The images from across Mississippi are heartbreaking. While we are still assessing the full extent of the damage, we know that many of our fellow Americans are not only grieving for family and friends, they’ve lost their homes and businesses. Today, I reached out to Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves, and have spoken to Senator Wicker, Senator Hyde-Smith, and Congressman Bennie Thompson to express my condolences and offer full federal support as communities recover from the effects of this storm. I also spoke to FEMA…

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