Aboard Air Force OneEn Route Madrid, Spain 2:10 P.M. CEST MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Okay, well, welcome to our second leg of the trip, heading to Spain, Madrid, specifically. Jake Sullivan here, our National Security Advisor — the President’s National Security Advisor — is going to give us a little bit lay of the land for NATO…
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A Proclamation on Columbus Day, 2023
Today, we celebrate all the Italian Americans, whose courage and character reflect and help define our Nation. In 1891, 11 Italian Americans were murdered in one of the largest mass lynchings in our Nation’s history. In the wake of this horrific attack, President Benjamin Harrison established Columbus Day in 1892. For…
A Proclamation on Leif Erikson Day, 2023
It is believed that, roughly a millennium ago, Leif Erikson and his crew became the first Europeans to set foot in North America. These Norse explorers boldly charted new paths that would inspire adventurers for centuries to come. With bravery, optimism, and tireless effort, Leif Erikson embodied many of the same traits that future generations…
Readout of President Biden’s Meeting with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. met today with Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) ahead of the extraordinary NATO Summit to address Russia’s unprovoked and unjustified invasion of Ukraine. They discussed the unity and strength of the alliance and NATO’s ongoing efforts to deter and defend against any aggression, and…
Remarks by President Biden in Press Conference | Madrid, Spain
Institución Ferial de MadridMadrid, Spain 2:56 P.M. CEST THE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon, everyone. Thank you. If you have a seat, please sit down. You’d think someone else walked in the room. Thank you very much for taking the time to be here. I think we can all agree that this has been a historic NATO…
Readout of National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan’s Meeting with Jean-Charles Ellermann-Kingombe, Permanent Under-Secretary of State at the Danish Prime Minister’s Office
National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan met today with Jean-Charles Ellermann-Kingombe, Permanent Under-Secretary of State at the Danish Prime Minister’s Office. They condemned Russia’s ongoing aggression against Ukraine and reaffirmed their commitment to continue providing Ukraine with assistance. They talked about ongoing work within the NATO Alliance, including preparations for the Vilnius Summit. They reaffirmed their intent…
Readout of President Joe Biden’s Meeting with President Pedro Sanchez of Spain
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. welcomed President Pedro Sanchez of Spain to the White House today to reaffirm the close partnership between the United States and Spain. The leaders underscored our unwavering support for Ukraine in the face of Russia’s brutal war, including through continued security, economic, and humanitarian assistance to Ukraine, as well as…
Statement by White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on the Visit of Prime Minister Rutte of the Netherlands
President Biden looks forward to welcoming Prime Minister Mark Rutte of the Netherlands to the White House on Tuesday, January 17th to further deepen the historic ties between our two nations. As strong NATO Allies and global partners, the two leaders will reaffirm our shared efforts to strengthen transatlantic security and economic prosperity. They will…
Remarks by President Biden and President Pedro Sánchez of the Kingdom of Spain Before Bilateral Meeting | Madrid, Spain
Palace of MoncloaMadrid, Spain 5:23 P.M. CEST PRESIDENT SÁNCHEZ: Good afternoon, and welcome to Madrid. I would like to — to start by thanking President Biden for coming to Spain to participate in the Madrid NATO Summit. I’m also very, very glad to welcome you in the Moncloa Palace in your first visit as President…
Remarks by Vice President Harris at a Campaign Reception | Los Gatos, CA
Private ResidenceLos Gatos, California THE VICE PRESIDENT: Thank you. Good afternoon, everyone. Good afternoon. Let me first thank my husband for being such an incredible partner. And, also, really, he’s been doing an extraordinary job of — (Referring to a handheld microphone.) I’m — this is — what’s happening here? There. — of spending time…