Day: May 16, 2023

Remarks by President Biden, First Lady Jill Biden, and Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff at a Celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month
16 May

Remarks by President Biden, First Lady Jill Biden, and Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff at a Celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month

Politics
East Room 4:46 P.M. EDT THE FIRST LADY:  Now everyb- — everybody gets quiet.  It’s like the first day of class.  (Laughter.) So, hello, everyone, and welcome to the White House.  (Applause.)  And we are honored to have you here for this administration’s first Jewish American Heritage Month Reception.  (Applause.) Every morning as the sun illuminates the eastern shores of the United States, the Statue of Liberty glows with welcome for the new day.  It’s a beacon of friendship, of possibility, of freedom that lives in our hearts as well.  And emblazoned on its base are the words of Emma…
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Remarks by President Biden, First Lady Jill Biden, and Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff at a Celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month
16 May

Statement from White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on North Carolina’s Abortion Ban

Politics
Today, Republican state legislators in North Carolina overturned Governor Roy Cooper’s veto of a dangerous bill that is out of touch with the majority of North Carolinians and will make it even more difficult for women to get the reproductive health care they need.   We’ve already seen the devastating impacts that state abortion bans have had on the health and lives of Americans living under these draconian laws. In the more than a dozen states with bans, women have been turned away from emergency rooms, left with no choice but to travel hundreds of miles for the care they need,…
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Remarks by President Biden, First Lady Jill Biden, and Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff at a Celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month
16 May

Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by First Lady Jill Biden at the DC NewsBash

Politics
Washington, D.C. Hello NewsBash! Thank you, Laura. And thank you for all you do, year after year, to make this event a success.  I’m grateful to all of the DC newswomen who have put so much heart and hard work into advocating for cancer patients for 17 years. You’re not just journalists and survivors and advocates: you’re warriors in the fight against breast cancer! And I know that when you come together for a cause, there’s nothing that can stand in your way. That’s why I’m so excited that this year’s funds are going to the Howard University Cancer Center’s…
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Remarks by President Biden, First Lady Jill Biden, and Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff at a Celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month
16 May

Message to the House of Representatives — President’s Veto of H.J. Res. 39

Politics
TO THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES:      I am returning herewith without my approval H.J. Res. 39, a resolution that would disapprove the Department of Commerce’s rule titled “Procedures Covering Suspension of Liquidation, Duties and Estimated Duties in Accord With Presidential Proclamation 10414.”     For too long, because of unfair trade practices and underinvestment in domestic manufacturing, the United States has been reliant on China for solar energy products.  From day one, my Administration has bet on America to create a strong solar supply chain.  We have worked to create good-paying jobs and build manufacturing facilities in the United States for solar energy…
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Remarks by President Biden, First Lady Jill Biden, and Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff at a Celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month
16 May

Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to the Stabilization of Iraq

Politics
     On May 22, 2003, by Executive Order 13303, the President declared a national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to deal with the unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the United States posed by obstacles to the orderly reconstruction of Iraq, the restoration and maintenance of peace and security in the country, and the development of political, administrative, and economic institutions in Iraq.       The obstacles to the orderly reconstruction of Iraq, the restoration and maintenance of peace and security in the country,…
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U.S. Transportation Secretary Buttigieg Joins Canadian Minister of Transport Alghabra, Michigan Governor Whitmer and Mayor Duggan to Announce the First U.S.-Canada Electric Vehicle Corridor
16 May

U.S. Transportation Secretary Buttigieg Joins Canadian Minister of Transport Alghabra, Michigan Governor Whitmer and Mayor Duggan to Announce the First U.S.-Canada Electric Vehicle Corridor

Travel
The Binational EV Corridor will not only make EV charging easier when driving between the two countries, it highlights the shared prosperity of our electrified future  Canadian Minister of Transport Omar Alghabra, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, Bill Baisden, IBEW Local 58 member and the founder and owner of Dynamic Electrical Group, and U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg in Detroit to announce the first Binational EV Corridor, and to celebrate the continued collaboration between the U.S. and Canada to lead the world in electric vehicle jobs, manufacturing, and supply chains. DETROIT, MI – Today, U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg joined Canadian Minister…
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Remarks by President Biden, First Lady Jill Biden, and Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff at a Celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month
16 May

Message to the Congress on the Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to the Stabilization of Iraq

Politics
TO THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES:      Section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)) provides for the automatic termination of a national emergency unless, within 90 days prior to the anniversary date of its declaration, the President publishes in the Federal Register and transmits to the Congress a notice stating that the emergency is to continue in effect beyond the anniversary date.  In accordance with this provision, I have sent to the Federal Register for publication the enclosed notice stating that the national emergency with respect to the stabilization of Iraq declared in Executive Order…
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AZIO Launches Tera 75 Keyboard, a Mechanical Keyboard With Interchangeable Design Materials — Now Live on Kickstarter
16 May

AZIO Launches Tera 75 Keyboard, a Mechanical Keyboard With Interchangeable Design Materials — Now Live on Kickstarter

Tech
The Tera 75 is a fully customizable 75% layout mechanical keyboard that features interchangeable accessories designed in a variety of materials to match everyone's personalities Tera 75 Graphics Main LOS ANGELES, May 16, 2023 (Newswire.com) - The Tera 75 is AZIO's next reiteration of mechanical keyboards made from a combination of world-class design and innovative technology created with users in mind. AZIO's DNA is about prioritizing the incorporation of premium materials into our products, and we achieve that by creating a dialogue about how we can explore the use of building elements in other areas of the design industry.With a…
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Remarks by President Biden, First Lady Jill Biden, and Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff at a Celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month
16 May

Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by First Lady Jill Biden at the U.S. Department of Labor’s Investing in America’s Workforce Convening

Politics
Crystal City, VA Thank you, Brandon, for sharing your story with us and for being part of the movement of incredible workers who are building our future. I’m also grateful to all of the staff at the Department of Labor for bringing us all together today. When I was growing up, success meant one thing: getting a four-year degree. I’m sure that’s how it was for most of you as well. There are still a lot of people who feel that way. But I teach at a community college not far from here. And while some of my students are…
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Retreat Behavioral Health’s Executive Vice President, Kevin C. Andrews [M.A., M.S.W.] to Be Promoted to Chief Operating Officer (COO)
16 May

Retreat Behavioral Health’s Executive Vice President, Kevin C. Andrews [M.A., M.S.W.] to Be Promoted to Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Lifestyle
PALM SPRINGS, Fla., May 16, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Retreat Behavioral Health announces the promotion of Executive Vice President Kevin C. Andrews [M.A., M.S.W.] to Chief Operating Officer (COO). With over 30 years of experience in progressive healthcare, Andrews brings a strong background in Healthcare Operations, Quality Patient Safety, and Mental Health to his new role. "Kevin Andrews shows a distinct passion for this field, evident through his work. His past experiences make him a perfect fit for Retreat and the growth we plan to make in the future," says Retreat Behavioral Health President & CEO Peter Schorr. "The thing I…
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