Josh Earnest

Justin Trudeau to Meet Obama for First Official State Visit From a Canadian Prime Minister in 20 years

For close to a couple of decades, no Canadian head of state has ever set foot in Washington for an official state visit. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is out to change that with his impending sojourn in the U.S. capital to meet President Obama.

Is Apple CEO Tim Cook Afraid of the Legal Repercussions of the FBI's 'Backdoor' Plea? [Poll]

Apple Inc. and the Federal Bureau of Investigation are headed into a very important legal battle regarding the iPhone used by Syed Rizwan Farook in the mass shooting in San Bernardino, California. U.S. magistrate judge Sheri Pym has ordered Apple to help the FBI in hacking Farook's phone to find out additional information that may help end the investigation.

ICE Raids Likely to Target Indigenous Immigrants From Central America

The number of indigenous people from Central America migrating illegally to the U.S. is rising. Now, advocacy groups are spreading awareness among these indigenous people on how they can avoid the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from raiding their homes.

Puerto Rico Debt Crisis: White House Will Not Bailout Commonwealth

Despite rumors to the contrary, on Thursday the White House made it clear that there are no plans to provide a financial bailout to alleviate Puerto Rico’s massive debt crisis

Obamas' 'Private' White House Party Prompts Transparency Concerns

President Barack Obama over the weekend hosted musicians Stevie Wonder and Prince for a private party at the White House, an event that was not recorded on Obama's public schedule and on Monday led to some uncomfortable questions for Press Secretary Josh Earnest.

Immigration Reform News Update: Hillary Clinton's Immigration Executive Action Comments Questioned at White House

Democratic Party presidential candidate Hillary Clinton's comments on immigration executive action have been under the spotlight even by the White House.

Cuba State Sponsor of Terrorism List: Barack Obama Writes Support to Remove Cuba From List

President Barack Obama has written his support to remove Cuba from the State Sponsor of Terrorism List. In a letter to Congress, Obama stated his administration has the intent to remove Cuba from the list.

Immigration Executive Action Blocked: Texas Judge Pauses Obama’s Immigration Actions Ahead of New DACA Application

A Texas judge has temporarily blocked President Barack Obama's immigration executive actions, which affects his two deferred action programs: the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) and Deferred Action for Parental Accountability (DAPA).

US, Cuba Relations Update: Obama Administration Quiet on Names of 53 Political Prisoners in Cuba as 3 Dissidents Released From Jail

Three political prisoners have been released from prison in Cuba. The three men are reportedly among the 53 people the United States (U.S.) government categorized as political prisoners and in efforts to normalize diplomatic relations between the two countries.

Obama to Pass Sanctions on Venezuela Government, President Nicolas Maduro Tells Washington to Stick Them 'in Their Ears'

On Monday, the U.S. Senate approved legislation to impose sanctions on the Venezuelan government, and President Barack Obama has signaled he would sign the legislation into law.

Immigration Reform & Law 2014: White House Cites Immigration Bills From Previous Presidents to Justify Executive Action

The White House on Monday cited a 1986 immigration legislation that granted amnesty to many undocumented immigrants without accounting for their spouses or children, to justify its own plans to issue an executive order on immigration.

House, Senate Pass Defense Authorization for Syrian Rebels Against Islamic State, Obama 'Pleased' With Bipartisan Support

Putting aside their political affiliations, Congress has passed authorization to combat the Islamic State militant group before going on recess, and it is ready for President Barack Obama's signature.

President Obama's Press Secretary Jay Carney Resigns, Will Be Replaced by Josh Earnest

President Obama announced Friday that Jay Carney is stepping down from his position as White House press secretary.
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