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20 Apr

Remarks by President Biden and President Gustavo Petro of Colombia Before Bilateral Meeting

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Oval Office 2:43 P.M. EDT PRESIDENT BIDEN:  Well, Mr. President, welcome.  It’s great to see you here in the Oval Office and in Washington.  And, by the way, Happy Birthday.  PRESIDENT PETRO:  (Laughs.)  Gracias.  Muy amable.   (As interpreted.)  It was yesterday.  The 19th of April is a very important date for Colombia, for Latin America, and for me as well.  PRESIDENT BIDEN:  Well, it’s very difficult turning 40 years of age.  (Laughter.)  PRESIDENT PETRO:  (As interpreted.)  They say that, in this generation, being 63 is like being 40 in the old generation. PRESIDENT BIDEN:  I fully subscribe to that.  Mr.…

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20 Apr

War Day 332: war diaries w/Advisor to Ukraine President, Intel Officer @arestovych & #Feygin

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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 – English translation #PrivateerStation Olexiy Arestovych (Kiev): Former Advisor…

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20 Apr

Statement from President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden on the Occasion of Eid al-Fitr

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Jill and I extend our best wishes to Muslim communities across the country and around the world as you celebrate Eid al-Fitr and conclude the holy month of Ramadan. With the sighting of the crescent moon, Eid al-Fitr is a festive celebration where Muslims feast after the holy month of fasting, decorate their homes, give gifts to loved ones, wear new clothes, and visit family and friends. I am moved by the generosity that is shown from families that can provide food and give charity to those in need through Zakat-al-Fitr. Eid al-Fitr marks the completion of a holy month dedicated to…

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20 Apr

Readout of President Joe Biden’s Call with President Ursula von der Leyen of the European Commission

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President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. spoke today with President Ursula von der Leyen of the European Commission.  The two leaders discussed President von der Leyen’s recent trip to Beijing and their shared commitment to upholding the rules-based international order, human rights, and fair trade practices.  They reaffirmed the importance of maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait.  President Biden and President von der Leyen also reiterated the commitment of the United States and the European Union to ensure that Ukraine has the economic and security assistance it needs and to continuing to work closely together to impose costs on the…

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20 Apr

War Day 335: war diaries w/Advisor to Ukraine President, Intel Officer @arestovych & #Feygin

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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 – English translation #PrivateerStation Olexiy Arestovych (Kiev): Former Advisor…

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20 Apr

Remarks by President Biden at the 2023 Major Economies Forum on Energy and Climate

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South Court Auditorium 8:35 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT:  Thank you, John.  And thank you so much for all — all of you being here.  Good to see you all up on that screen. Today we have to do more than recognize the climate challenges we face.  It seems to me we have to recommit ourselves to action while still — while we still have the time.  John laid it out pretty clearly. We have to step up our ambitions.  We’re going to have to stand together to meet great challenges.  And we’re going to — we will preserve our planet…

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20 Apr

Statement from Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on Speaker McCarthy’s Proposal

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Yesterday, Speaker McCarthy sided with the extreme MAGA wing of his conference and released a blueprint to devastate hard-working American families. MAGA House Republicans are holding the American economy hostage in order to take a hatchet to programs Americans rely on every day to make ends meet. Every House Republican who votes for this bill is voting to cut education, veterans medical care, cancer research, meals on wheels, food safety, and law enforcement. To offshore American manufacturing and kill good-paying jobs. To take health care away from millions of Americans and threaten food assistance for hundreds of thousands of older…

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20 Apr

Remarks by President Biden on his Vision for the Economy

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International Union of Operating Engineers Local 77Accokeek, Maryland (April 19, 2023) 2:39 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello, hello, hello. (Applause.) Thank you, Paula, for that introduction. I appreciate it. And hello, Operating Engineers Local 77. (Applause.) I might note: From the time I announced for the United States Senate when I was a kid, I had the support of the Operating Engineers. I love you all. Thank you, thank you, thank you. You guys were founded 122 years ago. That’s not when I got endorsed. (Laughter.) Skilled workers operating all kinds of construction equipment. There can’t be a better place…

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20 Apr

War Day 337: war diaries w/Former Advisor to Ukraine President, Intel Officer @arestovych & #Feygin

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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 – English translation #PrivateerStation Olexiy Arestovych (Kiev): Former Advisor…

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20 Apr

FACT SHEET: President Biden to Catalyze Global Climate Action through the Major Economies Forum on Energy and Climate

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Today, President Biden will convene leaders of the Major Economies Forum on Energy and Climate (MEF) for the fourth time since taking office to galvanize efforts needed to tackle the climate crisis and keep a 1.5°C limit on warming within reach. At today’s meeting, the President will highlight new steps the United States is taking to meet its ambitious 1.5°C-aligned goal of reducing emissions 50-52 percent in 2030.  The President will also announce significant new steps the United States is taking to support developing countries in taking stronger climate action – including providing $1 billion to the Green Climate Fund…

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