Our Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Space Force, Coast Guard, National Guard, and Reserve Forces comprise the greatest fighting force the world has ever known. Throughout the annals of history, they have stood on the frontlines of freedom — risking everything to keep the light of liberty burning bright at home and around the…
Search Results
Search results for: “transgender”
Statement by President Biden on the Deadly Shooting in Colorado Springs
While no motive in this attack is yet clear, we know that the LGBTQI+ community has been subjected to horrific hate violence in recent years. Gun violence continues to have a devastating and particular impact on LGBTQI+ communities across our nation and threats of violence are increasing. We saw it six years ago in Orlando, when our nation suffered the deadliest…
Press Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre
12:38 P.M. EDT (A costumed Easter Bunny approaches the podium.) Q Awww! Q Happy Easter! (The Easter Bunny gestures to take questions from the press.) Q How has Easter been for you this year? Q Are you the President of the United States? (The Easter Bunny shakes its head.) Q Are you the Vice President…
FACT SHEET: The Biden-Harris Administration’s Efforts to End HIV/AIDS At Home and Abroad
On World AIDS Day, we reflect on all those lost globally and in the U.S. from AIDS-related illnesses, honor the more than 38 million individuals living with HIV, and celebrate the remarkable gains we have made battling this disease. The Biden-Harris Administration remains committed to implementing the updated National HIV/AIDS Strategy (NHAS) announced last year and achieving…
Press Gaggle by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre En Route Madison, Wisconsin
Aboard Air Force OneEn Route Madison, Wisconsin 12:25 P.M. EDT MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Okay. Here we go. So, from day one, President Biden vowed to fix the broken student loan system and make sure education was a ticket to the middle class, not a barrier to opportunity. Today, we are heading to Madison, Wisconsin, where the President…
Executive Order on Recognizing and Honoring Women’s History
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows: Section 1. Policy. Women and girls of all backgrounds have shaped our country’s history, from the ongoing fight for justice and equality to cutting-edge scientific advancements…
Remarks by Vice President Harris at Biden Victory Fund and the LGBTQ+ Leadership Council 24th Annual LGBTQ+ Gala
New York, New York THE VICE PRESIDENT: Hi, everyone. Good evening. (Applause.) Good evening, good evening, good evening. Happy Pride! (Applause.) I have things to say. (Laughs.) Rosario, thank you for that and for all you do. I see Rosario at different places around our country and, actually, our world. You are such an incredible…
Statement from President Joe Biden on the 50th Anniversary of the All-Volunteer Force
Fifty years ago today, the military draft ended—creating the All-Volunteer Force. On this historic anniversary, we recognize all the brave women and men who have raised their hand to serve. And together, we recommit to sustaining and strengthening our force for decades to come—including by demonstrating our support for our service members and our veterans,…
A Proclamation on International Day of the Girl, 2023
On International Day of the Girl, we recognize that when every girl around the world has the opportunity to realize her potential, the possibilities for our future are limitless. Girls are dreamers and doers leading our world forward — growing up to become changemakers, innovators, entrepreneurs, service members, activists, public servants,…
A Proclamation on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, And Intersex Pride Month, 2022
During Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Intersex (LGBTQI+) Pride Month, we reflect on the progress we have made as a Nation in the fight for justice, inclusion, and equality while reaffirming our commitment to do more to support LGBTQI+ rights at home and abroad. I often say that America can be defined…
