President Biden to give speech on voting rights in Philadelphia Tuesday
President Joe Biden will be visiting Philadelphia next week to 'deliver remarks on actions to protect the sacred, constitutional right to vote,' according to a White House press release issued Friday.
Biden: U.S. war in Afghanistan coming to an end
The conflict in Afghanistan is the longest-running war in the history of the United States. President Biden doubled down on his decision not to leave a standing military force there.
US war in Afghanistan will end August 31, Biden says
President Joe Biden on Thursday said the U.S. military mission in Afghanistan will conclude on Aug. 31.
‘Democracy did prevail’: Biden marks 6 months since Capitol riot
President Joe Biden marked six months since the deadly Capitol riot on Jan. 6, declaring in a statement released on Tuesday, “democracy did prevail.”
Amid delta variant rise, Biden outlines latest plan to increase COVID-19 vaccinations
President Joe Biden said his administration will increase efforts to deliver vaccines into communities as the COVID-19 delta variant cases continue to rise in several states.
'Rules are rules': Biden responds to Sha'Carri Richardson's suspension due to positive marijuana test
President Biden said "the rules are the rules" and sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson knew them before using marijuana, which she tested positive for and will therefore not be allowed to compete in the Olympics later this month.
Biden says US is in 'better place' despite COVID-19 pandemic in July 4 address
“Today, all across this nation, we can say with confidence: America is coming back together,” Biden declared Sunday as he hosted more than 1,000 guests for a July Fourth celebration on the South Lawn of the White House.
Biden encourages pay raises for teachers
“You deserve a raise, not just praise,” Biden said in remarks at the National Education Association’s annual meeting in Washington.
America misses Biden's COVID-19 vaccination goal on Independence Day
The United States fell short of President Biden’s goal to have 70% of adults vaccinated by July 4, but his tweet Sunday morning thanked the millions of Americans who’ve already rolled up a sleeve.
Biden holds naturalization ceremony at White House ahead of July 4
President Joe Biden will welcome 21 immigrants as the newest United States citizens in a ceremony in the East Room beginning at 2:30 p.m. ET.
US leaves Bagram Airfield in Afghanistan after nearly 20 years
The U.S. has left Bagram Airfield, the military epicenter of the war against the Taliban and hunting down the al-Qaida perpetrators of 9/11.
Military sexual assault prosecution changes backed by Biden
President Biden is backing a major change to the military justice system that would remove decisions on prosecuting sex assault cases from commanders.
Biden says feds will 'pick up 100% of the cost' for first 30 days of Surfside search and rescue efforts
"I have the power and will announce shortly that we’ll be able to pick up 100% of the cost from the county and the state over the first 30 days," Biden said at the briefing. "I think I’m quite sure I can do that."
‘Never give up hope,’ Biden tells Florida condo collapse victims’ families
The Bidens met with the families of victims at the Surfside condo tower collapse in Florida as rescue efforts were halted over safety concerns.
Biden raising federal firefighter pay to $15 an hour ahead of wildfire season
President Joe Biden is raising pay for federal firefighters and announcing other moves to boost U.S. wildfire-firefighting capacity.
Biden in Wisconsin: Infrastructure deal on the docket in La Crosse
President Joe Biden will look to sell voters on the economic benefits of the $973 billion infrastructure package while in Wisconsin on Tuesday.
President Joe Biden, First Lady will visit Surfside condo collapse site Thursday
President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden will travel to Surfside on Thursday to visit with the families of Surfside condo collapse victims.
'You're on pal': Biden accepts 'friendly wager' with Trudeau on Stanley Cup winner
The President of the United States has accepted a bet with the Canadian Prime Minister on which country's team will win the 2021 Stanley Cup Final.
Biden supports federal investigation into Florida condo collapse
"He does believe there should be an investigation," White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki Psaki told reporters Monday about President Joe Biden.
Biden celebrates Pride Month, names special envoy for LGBTQ rights
President Joe Biden named a U.S. special diplomatic envoy for LGBTQ rights and gave remarks to celebrate Pride Month at the White House.