James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 2:10 P.M. EST MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Look at this. Packed room. Happy New Year, everybody. Q Happy New Year. MS. JEAN-PIERRE: It’s so good to see everyone. Welcome back. 2024, here we come. And with that — we are just 16 days away from parts of the government shutting down.…
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Readout of President Biden’s Call with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. spoke today with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel to welcome the deal for the release of at least 50 hostages held by Hamas. The two leaders discussed the pause in the fighting, which will allow for surging in much needed humanitarian assistance into Gaza. The Prime Minister thanked the…
Statement from NSC Spokesperson Adrienne Watson on National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan’s Travel to Saudi Arabia and Israel
National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan will travel to Saudi Arabia on Saturday, May 18 to meet with Prime Minister and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to discuss bilateral and regional matters, including the war in Gaza and ongoing efforts to achieve a lasting peace and security in the region. On Sunday, May 19, National Security…
Remarks by President Biden Before Marine One Departure
South Lawn 5:59 P.M. EST Q Mr. President, when do airdrops in Gaza start? Q Do you think there will be a ceasefire deal by Ramadan? THE PRESIDENT: I’m hoping so. We’re still working real hard at it. We’re not there yet. Q What is — what is the biggest hold-up right now? THE PRESIDENT: I’m not going to tell…
FACT SHEET: The President’s Budget Confronts Global Challenges and Defends Democracy
Since President Biden took office, he has restored U.S. leadership on the world stage and protected democracy around the world. In the wake of Putin’s brutal invasion and illegal war against Ukraine, he has rallied the world to support Ukraine’s defense and stand up against tyranny. The President continues to fight for critical support for…
FACT SHEET: The President’s Budget Confronts Global Challenges and Defends Democracy
Since President Biden took office, he has restored U.S. leadership on the world stage and protected democracy around the world. In the wake of Putin’s brutal invasion and illegal war against Ukraine, he has rallied the world to support Ukraine’s defense and stand up against tyranny. The President continues to fight for critical support for…
Press Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby
(March 1, 2024) 2:39 P.M. EST MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Good afternoon, everyone. Q Good afternoon. MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Happy Friday. Sorry, just give me a second. All right. Well — So, I want to start by saying happy Women’s History Month and reaffirm this administration’s commitment to advancing rights and opportunities for women and girls in the…
Statement by President Joe Biden on the Occasion of Eid al-Adha
Jill and I wish American Muslims – and Muslims around the world – a very blessed Eid al-Adha. This holiday is a time of prayer, reflection, and sacrifice, with Muslims spending time with family and friends, joining in festive meals, sharing food with those in need, and honoring the performance of the annual Hajj rituals.…
Press Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and NSC Coordinator for Strategic Communications John Kirby
James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 1:31 P.M. EDT MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Good afternoon. Good afternoon, everyone. All right, I want to make something clear at the top, because I understand how important moral clarity is, especially at this time. So, when Jews are targeted because of their beliefs or their identity, when Israel is singled…
Remarks by President Biden, President Obama, and President Clinton in a Moderated Conversation with Stephen Colbert at a Campaign Reception | New York, NY
8:57 P.M. EDT PRESIDENT OBAMA: Hey! (Applause.) PRESIDENT BIDEN: I think I should go home. AUDIENCE: Four more years! Four more years! Four more years! PRESIDENT OBAMA: Four more years! Four more years! Four more years! PRESIDENT BIDEN: Thank you, thank you, thank you. (Applause.) MR. COLBERT: Thank you. Good evening, everybody. I’m your moderator,…
