Politics

Over the last few days, our nation has once again endured a wave of tragic and senseless shootings in communities across America — from Philadelphia to Fort Worth, Baltimore to Lansing, Wichita to Chicago. Today, Jill and I grieve for those who have lost their lives and, as our nation celebrates Independence Day, we pray for the day when our communities will be free from gun violence.  Today also marks one year since a shooter armed with an AR-15-style weapon fired upon a crowd of Americans gathered for an Independence Day parade in Highland Park, Illinois. In mere moments, this day of patriotic pride became a…

I welcome the announcement that NATO will extend Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg’s term for an additional year.  With his steady leadership, experience, and judgement, Secretary General Stoltenberg has brought our Alliance through the most significant challenges in European security since World War II.  Today, our Alliance is stronger, more united and purposeful than it has ever been. I look forward to continuing the work with Secretary General Stoltenberg to further strengthen the Alliance next week at the NATO Summit in Vilnius, and ahead of the 75th Anniversary NATO Summit in Washington, D.C. next year. ### Official news published at https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2023/07/04/statement-from-president-joe-biden-on-nato-secretary-general-stoltenbergs-extension/

On Friday, June 30, senior Biden-Harris Administration officials convened a listening session with leaders and officials from the labor community to discuss the implications of artificial intelligence (AI) for workers, unions, the quality of jobs, and the future of work. Leaders of unions representing diverse sectors of the economy raised concerns about the risks of AI for workers’ jobs, physical and mental health, and privacy and civil rights. They also shared views on possible opportunities for AI to improve workers’ lives when unions and workers are at the table and jointly developing solutions with employers. The listening session was attended by officials from the White House National Economic Council, Office of Science and Technology Policy, and Office of the Vice President. During the session, White House principals emphasized that, while…

WASHINGTON – Today, President Joe Biden announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to serve as Republican members of boards and commissions that are required, by statute or longstanding practice, to include bipartisan membership. • Andrew N. Ferguson, Nominee for Commissioner of the Federal Trade Commission• Melissa Holyoak, Nominee for Commissioner of the Federal Trade Commission• Henry J. Kerner, Nominee for Member of the Merit Systems Protection Board• Amanda Wood Laihow, Nominee for Member of the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission• Elliott Abrams, Nominee for Member of the United States Advisory Commission on Public Diplomacy• Jamie Fly, Nominee…

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. Forum Session in English: Join to support this channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT3qCbfcPbnph7QS3CPBTMQ/join Daily War Chronicles: Feygin and…

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

President Joe Biden spoke today with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis of Greece to congratulate him on his re-election. The leaders underscored the close relations between our countries, including our strong defense partnership as NATO Allies, efforts to deepen our economic ties, and enduring people-to-people bonds. They pledged to continue the close cooperation between our governments on the full range of shared priorities, including maintaining stability in the Aegean. ### Official news published at https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2023/07/02/readout-of-president-joe-bidens-call-with-prime-minister-kyriakos-mitsotakis-of-greece/

President Biden is scheduled to travel to the United Kingdom, Lithuania, and Finland from July 9-13. President Biden will first travel to London, United Kingdom for engagements with King Charles III and Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to further strengthen the close relationship between our nations. The President will then travel to Vilnius, Lithuania from July 11- 12 to attend the 74th NATO Summit. On July 13, President Biden will visit Helsinki, Finland for a U.S.-Nordic Leaders Summit. More details about the trip will be announced soon. ### Official news published at https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2023/07/02/statement-from-white-house-press-secretary-karine-jean-pierre-on-president-bidens-upcoming-travel/

Today, on National Wildland Firefighter Day, I join Americans across the country in expressing deep gratitude for our wildland firefighters and support personnel who heroically protect our communities and natural resources from wildfires. National Wildland Firefighter Day takes place during the Week of Remembrance that is held annually from June 30 to July 6 which serves as a moment for the entire Nation to reinforce our commitment to wildland firefighter safety, as we remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice.  We also celebrate our wildland firefighting teams who are currently making an impact and helping keep communities safe in Canada, as they…

President Biden looks forward to welcoming Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson of Sweden to the White House on Wednesday, July 5 to further strengthen the close ties between the United States and Sweden. President Biden and Prime Minister Kristersson will review our growing security cooperation and reaffirm their view that Sweden should join NATO as soon as possible.  The leaders will discuss our shared commitment to supporting Ukraine in the face of Russia’s brutal war of aggression and to closer transatlantic coordination on the People’s Republic of China. They will also talk about our close coordination on addressing climate change as well as new and emerging technologies. ###…