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FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration and Civic Nation Bring Together Over 300 National and Community Organizations to Help Students and Families Cut Costs and Access Affordable High-Speed Internet
14 Jun

FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration and Civic Nation Bring Together Over 300 National and Community Organizations to Help Students and Families Cut Costs and Access Affordable High-Speed Internet

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Access to high-speed internet is no longer a luxury – it is a necessity to fully participate in today’s society. Still, many students and families go without high-speed internet because of the cost, while others are forced to cut back on other essentials to pay their monthly internet bill. That’s why President Biden and Vice President Harris worked with Democrats, Republicans, and Independents to include the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)—the largest internet affordability program in our nation’s history—in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The Affordable Connectivity Program, administered by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), provides eligible households up to $30/month (or…
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FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration and Civic Nation Bring Together Over 300 National and Community Organizations to Help Students and Families Cut Costs and Access Affordable High-Speed Internet
14 Jun

Remarks by President Biden at Chiefs of Mission Reception

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East Room 5:17 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT:  Hello, hello, hello!  Please.  I look around this room and think, “What the hell happened to my administration?  Why aren’t you here permanently in Washington?”  (Laughter.)  I need help. All kidding aside, you are — I don’t know if you fully understand how much you’ve done.  Seriously, think about it.  I got to tell you one story before I begin. The first meeting I had — and some of you know this — was at the G7 in England right after I was elected.  And I sat down, and — I guess I…
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FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration and Civic Nation Bring Together Over 300 National and Community Organizations to Help Students and Families Cut Costs and Access Affordable High-Speed Internet
14 Jun

Remarks by President Biden at a Juneteenth Concert

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South Lawn 8:53 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: My name is Joe Biden. I’m Ashley’s father. (Laughter.) She’s the love of my life and the life of my love. I know I couldn’t be prouder of her. Thank you all for being here: our outstanding Vice President, Kamala Harris; the Second Gentleman. (Applause.) Members of the Cabinet and the Congress. Grandmother to the movement of Juneteenth, a federal holiday, Ms. Opal Lee. Opal, thank you for being here. You’re the reason we’re here, in large part. And a special thanks to tonight’s gifted performers. You know, I was leaning over and…
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FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration and Civic Nation Bring Together Over 300 National and Community Organizations to Help Students and Families Cut Costs and Access Affordable High-Speed Internet
14 Jun

Readout of President Biden’s Meeting with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg

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President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. met today with Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) to prepare for the July 11-12, 2023 NATO Summit in Vilnius. The leaders discussed the implications of Russia’s war on Ukraine for transatlantic security and the importance of continuing to strengthen NATO’s deterrence and defense. They welcomed the support that Allies and partners are providing bilaterally to help Ukraine defend itself from Russian aggression. They also discussed the need for Allies to build on the 2014 Wales Summit defense investment pledge. In addition, they underscored their shared desire to welcome Sweden…
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FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration and Civic Nation Bring Together Over 300 National and Community Organizations to Help Students and Families Cut Costs and Access Affordable High-Speed Internet
13 Jun

Readout of President Biden’s Meeting with President Lacalle Pou of Uruguay

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President Joe Biden met with President Luis Lacalle Pou of Uruguay today at the White House. During their bilateral meeting, President Biden lauded Uruguay as a regional and global model for democratic governance and congratulated him for receiving the Gold Insignia award from the Council of the Americas. President Biden applauded President Lacalle Pou for his support for Ukraine, his principled defense for fundamental freedoms in Venezuela, and his commitment to ensure the Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity accelerates regional integration, inclusive economic prosperity, and greater opportunity through sustainable trade and investment. President Biden and President Lacalle Pou also explored…
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FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration and Civic Nation Bring Together Over 300 National and Community Organizations to Help Students and Families Cut Costs and Access Affordable High-Speed Internet
13 Jun

Remarks by President Biden and NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg Before Bilateral Meeting

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Oval Office 1:14 P.M. EDT PRESIDENT BIDEN:  Well, Mr. Secretary General, it’s great to have you here.  It’s good to see you again. And the — I apologize for having to reschedule yesterday.  I had a lot of fun yesterday afternoon.  We — I had a little toothache problem they took care of.  And thank you for accommodating me. And your leadership in the Alliance has through — been through a really significant period, in terms of dealing with NATO’s relationship with Ukraine.  And, you know, I think you’ve done an incredible job.  We saw each other last in Warsaw.  And I think you…
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FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration and Civic Nation Bring Together Over 300 National and Community Organizations to Help Students and Families Cut Costs and Access Affordable High-Speed Internet
12 Jun

Message to the Congress on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Belarus

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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 Belarus that was declared in Executive Order 13405…
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FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration and Civic Nation Bring Together Over 300 National and Community Organizations to Help Students and Families Cut Costs and Access Affordable High-Speed Internet
12 Jun

Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Belarus

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     On June 16, 2006, by Executive Order 13405, 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 constituted by the actions and policies of certain members of the Government of Belarus and other persons to undermine Belarus’s democratic processes or institutions, manifested in the fundamentally undemocratic March 2006 elections; to commit human rights abuses related to political repression, including detentions and disappearances; and to engage in public corruption, including by…
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FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration and Civic Nation Bring Together Over 300 National and Community Organizations to Help Students and Families Cut Costs and Access Affordable High-Speed Internet
12 Jun

Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by First Lady Jill Biden at the Military Women’s Memorial Celebrating 75 Years of Women Serving in the United States Armed Forces

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Arlington, Virginia Thank you, Phyllis. And thank you for your decades of service to our country and your leadership ensuring women service members and veterans are remembered and recognized. It’s an honor to be here with all of you. And great to see you, Senator Collins. Your leadership is steadfast and we are all grateful for your service. Women have never been drafted, but they have always answered the call of duty—to serve in whatever way they could. And for 75 years, they have been able to serve as permanent, regular members of our military. Through Joining Forces—my White House initiative to…
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