Politics

24 Jul

Day 514: Russia Establishes Naval Blockade

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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. Day 514: war diaries w/Former Advisor to Ukraine President, Intel Officer @arestovych & #FeyginDaily War…

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22 Jul

Remarks by Vice President Harris on the Florida State Board of Education Curriculum Updates

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Ritz Theatre and MuseumJacksonville, Florida 4:03 P.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT:  Good afternoon, everyone.  Good afternoon.  (Applause.)  Good afternoon.  Good af- — (applause) — (laughs) — to all of you, thank you. Have a seat.  Have a seat. Let me, first of all, thank Jennifer.  She and I and the Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick, Ben Crump, Tracie Davis, Representative Angie Nixon, Derrick Johnson from the NAACP, we’re — we had some time, before I came out, to talk with each other.  And I just want to say that there is extraordinary leadership, Jennifer, and everyone else, in this state.  And you are…

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22 Jul

Press Release: Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Lebanon

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On August 1, 2007, by Executive Order 13441, the President declared a national emergency with respect to Lebanon 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 of certain persons to undermine Lebanon’s legitimate and democratically elected government or democratic institutions; to contribute to the deliberate breakdown in the rule of law in Lebanon, including through politically motivated violence and intimidation; to reassert Syrian control or contribute to Syrian interference in Lebanon; or to infringe upon or…

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22 Jul

Statement from President Joe Biden on the Passing of Tony Bennett

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For more than 70 years, Tony Bennett didn’t just sing the classics – he himself was an American classic. Resisting the pull to adjust his style to fit in with the times, his distinct voice gave melody and rhythm about the good life, how the best is yet to come, the way you look tonight, and leaving your heart in San Francisco. Starting out as a singing waiter in New York City, he became one of America’s most beloved performers, selling tens of millions of records and winning over generations of fans. He always found new audiences and collaborators to…

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22 Jul

Readout of White House Meeting with State Officials on Gun Safety

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Today, senior White House staff held a meeting with approximately 70 state legislators, governors’ office staff, and other state leaders to discuss implementation of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act’s enhanced background checks for young people under age 21. Already, these enhanced background checks have stopped hundreds of transfers of firearms to the hands of individuals under age 21 who are prohibited from purchasing firearms. Officials from the U.S. Department of Justice explained how the enhanced background checks process works. To maximize the benefits of this provision, the White House urged state leaders to help implement the enhanced background checks by…

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22 Jul

Readout of the President’s Meeting with Economists on the Economic Outlook

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The President and members of his economic team met today with leading economists to hear their views on the economic outlook. The economists briefing the President underscored the strength of the job market and how the strong labor market recovery has helped American workers and families. They discussed the substantial progress made in lowering inflation while maintaining a strong and resilient economy. In addition, they discussed the importance of public and private investment—including the President’s Investing in American agenda—in boosting the economy’s potential for the long run. The President explained how he sees Bidenomics growing the economy from the middle out…

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22 Jul

Readout of Meeting between the President, Senior Administration Officials and U.S. Black Chambers, Inc.

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Today, the White House Office of Public Engagement and National Economic Council hosted the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. (USBC) to discuss Bidenomics, the President’s plan to grow the economy from the middle out and the bottom up, including efforts to expand economic access and opportunity for Black communities. During the meeting, President Biden stopped by for a surprise visit to thank the group of over 80 leaders for their continued partnership. He went on to highlight historic changes in the economic direction of our country, including unprecedented job creation, the lowest Black unemployment rate on record and the highest Black…

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21 Jul

Statement of President Joe Biden on the Nomination of Military Leaders

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Today, I am nominating four of our nation’s most experienced and highly qualified officers to mission-critical positions of leadership in the United States military. Each of these nominees brings an essential skill set that will enhance and strengthen the operating capacity of the greatest military and naval force the world has ever seen—an anchor of our national security. As our next Chief of Naval Operations, Admiral Lisa Franchetti will bring 38 years of dedicated service to our nation as a commissioned officer, including in her current role of Vice Chief of Naval Operations. Throughout her career, Admiral Franchetti has demonstrated extensive…

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21 Jul

President Biden Announces Intent to Nominate Key Roles Within the U.S. Military

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WASHINGTON – Today, President Joe Biden announced his intent to nominate the following four individuals for key roles within the U.S. military. Each are highly decorated naval officers with extensive operational experience. They will help ensure that the U.S. Military, and in particular the U.S. Navy, remain the most powerful and capable forces in the world at this critical moment. Nominee for Chief of Naval Operations: Adm. Lisa FranchettiAdm. Lisa Franchetti currently serves as the Vice Chief of Naval Operations.  She is a surface warfare officer with extensive operational and policy experience.  She previously served as the Director for Strategy,…

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21 Jul

Remarks by President Biden on Artificial Intelligence

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Roosevelt Room 1:18 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT:  I’m the AI.  (Laughter.)  If any of you think I’m Abe Lincoln, blame it on the AI. First of all, thanks.  Thanks for coming.  And I want to thank my colleagues here for taking the time to come back again and again as we try to deal with the — we’re joined by leaders of seven American companies who are driving innovation in artificial intelligence.  And it is astounding.  Artificial intelligence or — it promises an enormous — an enormous promise of both risk to our society and our economy and our national…

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