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Joe Biden Says He's Happy to Debate Donald Trump; Former President Wants It in White House

President Joe Biden affirmed willingness to debate Donald Trump later this fall, marking his clearest stance yet. Trump expressed readiness but doubted Biden's commitment. Biden's statement came in an interview with Howard Stern on Sirius XM.

Texas: Greg Abbott’s Border Measures Are Extreme, Dehumanizing, Says White House Press Secretary

Dec 19, 2023 08:11 PM EST By Rick Martin

Texas Governor Greg Abbott's newly-signed law that allows law enforcement to arrest people suspected of being illegal migrants near the Texas border might get legally challenged.

Joe Biden Honors 2023 Stanley Cup Champion Las Vegas Golden Knights at White House

Nov 13, 2023 11:26 PM EST By BERT HOOVER

President Joe Biden hosted the defending 2023 Stanley Cup champions, the Vegas Golden Knights, at the White House on Monday to celebrate their championship victory.

White House: Karine Jean-Pierre Slams 'Ridiculous' Baby Claim on Joe Biden

Sep 05, 2023 08:49 PM EDT By Rick Martin

A new rumor is going around the White House claiming that staff are treating President Joe Biden like a baby. However, White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre is having none of it

Will Joe Biden Pardon Hunter Biden if Convicted? White House Says 'No'

Jul 27, 2023 11:30 PM EDT By Rick Martin

President Joe Biden is not pulling a Donald Trump and pardoning those close to him, even if it is his son, Hunter Biden. This was confirmed by White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre.

Readout of Vice President Harris’s Convening on Transportation Accessibility and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Jul 12, 2023 09:57 PM EDT By Jessel Renolayan

This week, Vice President Kamala Harris convened disability rights leaders to highlight the Biden-Harris Administration's commitment to building a nation where people with disabilities are afforded the opportunities, independence, and respect they deserve, including through efforts to increase transportation accessibility.

Readout of White House Meeting on Increasing Access and Affordability of FDA-Approved Overdose Reversal Medications

Jun 21, 2023 01:36 AM EDT By Jessel Renolayan

Several White House officials hosted a convening with U.S. drug manufacturers who currently have FDA-approved opioid overdose reversal medication products.

Readout of the White House State Legislative Convening on Reproductive Rights

Jun 15, 2023 11:15 PM EDT By Jessel Renolayan

On June 14 and 15, 2023, the White House convened more than 80 state legislators from 41 states who are on the frontlines of the fight for reproductive rights.

Climate Activists from Coast to Coast Demand Biden End The Fossil Feul Era

Jun 07, 2023 11:00 PM EDT By Jessel Renolayan

Week of action begins on the White House steps and calls for Biden to use executive powers.

350.org Responds to U.S. Congress’ Egregious Debt Ceiling Bill “Compromise”

Jun 05, 2023 08:59 PM EDT By Jessel Renolayan

Following negotiations to avoid reaching the debt "ceiling" of federal spending, US leaders proposed a debt ceiling bill that majorly limits environmental protections and social programs while fast-tracking the completion of the Mountain Valley Pipeline (MVP).

President Biden Announces Key Nominees

Jun 04, 2023 08:31 PM EDT By Jessel Renolayan

Today, President Joe Biden announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to serve as key leaders in his administration.

US Default Deadline Adjusted; White House Stays Optimistic

May 27, 2023 03:55 AM EDT By BERT HOOVER

US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has updated the country's debt default deadline to June 5.

Joe Biden Announces Presidential Delegation to the Federal Republic of Nigeria to Attend the Inauguration of His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu

May 22, 2023 11:14 PM EDT By Jessel Renolayan

President Joe Biden has announced the designation of a presidential delegation to attend the inauguration of his excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu on May 29 in Abuja, Nigeria.

Readout of White House Meeting with Civil Rights Leaders and Health Insurance Providers on Medicaid and CHIP

May 15, 2023 11:48 PM EDT By Jessel Renolayan

Last week, White House Director of the Office of Public Engagement and Senior Advisor to the President Steve Benjamin, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, and Deputy Assistant to the President for Health and Veterans Affairs Christen Linke Young convened a meeting with civil rights leaders and health insurance providers to discuss the Biden-Harris administration's ongoing efforts to lower health care costs and protect access to affordable health care for all Americans.

FACT SHEET: President Biden Announces 13 New Actions to Reduce Gun Violence by Maximizing the Benefits of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act

May 15, 2023 02:21 AM EDT By Jessel Renolayan

Today, President Joe Biden published an op-ed announcing new actions the Biden-Harris Administration is taking to implement the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act (BSCA) and maximize the benefits of the law, reducing gun violence and saving lives.

White House Convenes State, Local Leaders for a Forum on Mental Health and Well Being During Mental Health Awareness Month

May 11, 2023 12:16 AM EDT By Jessel Renolayan

As part of Mental Health Awareness Month, White House officials have convened state and local government representatives for a forum on mental health and well being.