Peterson Institute for International EconomicsConference on “Rethinking Fiscal Policy” Good afternoon. It is great to be here. Thank you to the conference organizers, Karen Dynan, Paolo Mauro, and David Wilcox, for this this important agenda today and to Adam Posen and his team for all the Peterson Institute for International Economics does to inform policymaking.…
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Press Call by National Economic Advisor Lael Brainard and Senior Administration Officials Previewing President Biden’s Remarks on Steel
Via Teleconference 5:06 P.M. EDT MR. KIKUKAWA: Good afternoon, everyone. And thank you for joining our call previewing President Biden’s remarks tomorrow at the United Steelworkers headquarters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This ca- — call will feature on-the-record remarks from National Economic Advisor Lael Brainard and background questions and answers with senior administration officials. For your…
Readout of Investing in America Cabinet Meeting
Today, Chief of Staff Jeff Zients hosted an Investing in America Cabinet meeting. During the meeting, President Biden stopped by to thank members of his Cabinet and his Administration for implementing his historic economic agenda and delivering for hardworking families – including the Inflation Reduction Act, the CHIPS and Science Act, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law,…
A Proclamation on National Hispanic Heritage Month, 2023
During National Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor the diverse history of generations of Latinos, whose aspirations and achievements have shaped the soul of our Nation. I have often said that America can be defined in one word: possibilities. The Hispanic community has always embodied that ideal. It lives in the dreams…
FACT SHEET: President Biden Issues Executive Order on Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence
Today, President Biden is issuing a landmark Executive Order to ensure that America leads the way in seizing the promise and managing the risks of artificial intelligence (AI). The Executive Order establishes new standards for AI safety and security, protects Americans’ privacy, advances equity and civil rights, stands up for consumers and workers, promotes innovation…
FACT SHEET: Fifth National Climate Assessment Details Impacts of Climate Change on Regions Across the United States
The Fifth National Climate Assessment (NCA5) highlights the ways in which all regions in the United States are currently experiencing harmful impacts of climate change. One of the most direct ways that Americans experience climate change is through increases in the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events. So far this year, the United States…
White House Releases Technical Assistance Guide to Help Communities Unlock Resources From Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
Administration Highlights New Capacity from Philanthropic, Nonprofit & Labor Organizations to Help States and Cities Respond to Once-in-a-Generation Opportunity Today, the White House released a Bipartisan Infrastructure Law technical assistance guide to help state, local, Tribal and territorial governments navigate, access, and deploy infrastructure resources that will build a better America. The Biden Administration has…
Letter Regarding Critical Supplemental Funding Needs
The Honorable Mike JohnsonSpeaker of the House of RepresentativesWashington, DC 20515 Dear Mr. Speaker, Earlier this year, the President and congressional leaders came together to reach bipartisan agreements to both fund the Government for fiscal year (FY) 2024 and provide supplemental funding to address urgent national security needs, including to support America’s allies Ukraine and…
President Biden’s FY 2025 Budget Advances Gender Equity and Equality
The President’s FY 2025 Budget includes critical policies for women and families across the country and around the world. It will give families more breathing room; support workers and strengthen the care economy; expand access to high-quality health care and improve health outcomes; prevent and address gender-based violence; and advance gender equality around the world.…
FACT SHEET: White House Celebrates International Day of the Girl and Announces New Actions to Support Youth in the U.S. and Abroad
The White House is marking International Day of the Girl—a moment to celebrate the leadership of girls around the world and to recognize the barriers that continue to limit their full participation. The Biden-Harris Administration is also announcing new actions that build on our investment in young people and expand opportunity for girls both at…
