Presidential Proclamation on Women’s History Month, 2020

Women have influenced and advanced every facet of American life and culture.  The strength, ingenuity, and spirit of our female leaders, innovators, and pioneers shape our Nation’s character, government, industry, families, and communities.  During Women’s History Month, we honor the women who have changed our Nation and the world, and we reaffirm our commitment to ... Read More»

By | 5 March, 2020 | Categories: Art & Culture, Culture, Featured Event, Fundamental Freedoms, History, Human Rights | Tags: , ,

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Statement from President Donald J. Trump Regarding Imposing Sanctions with Respect to the Iron, Steel, Aluminum, and Copper Sectors of Iran

May 8, 2019 Statement from President Donald J. Trump Regarding Imposing Sanctions with Respect to the Iron, Steel, Aluminum, and Copper Sectors of Iran One year ago, I dramatically strengthened our national security by ceasing America’s participation in the horrible, one-sided Iran nuclear deal. Today, I am signing an executive order to impose sanctions with ... Read More»

By | 9 May, 2019 | Categories: President of the United States, Press Releases, Statements | Tags:

Reimposing Sanctions On the Regime in Iran

President Donald J. Trump is Reimposing Sanctions Lifted Under the Horrible Iran Deal   FOREIGN POLICY  Issued on: August 6, 2018 Our policy is based on a clear-eyed assessment of the Iranian dictatorship, its sponsorship of terrorism, and its continuing aggression in the Middle East and all around the world. President Donald J. Trump REIMPOSING TOUGH SANCTIONS: President ... Read More»

By | 6 August, 2018 | Categories: Fact Sheets, Human Rights, Policy, President of the United States, Statements | Tags:

Presidential Message on Ramadan

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary MAY 15, 2018  Presidential Message on Ramadan With the rising of tonight’s moon, I send my greetings and best wishes to all Muslims observing Ramadan in the United States and around the world. During the holy month of Ramadan, Muslims commemorate the revelation of the Quran to ... Read More»

By | 16 May, 2018 | Categories: Policy, President of the United States, Statements | Tags:

Iranian people suffer as government spends on terrorism

Iranians are telling their government they need better economic opportunities and more responsive governance. Instead of spurring economic growth, the  Iranian government  is exporting billions to support global terror. “In Syria, Iran’s actions have directly interfered with efforts to de-escalate violence, defeat ISIS and protect innocent civilians,” said U.S. National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster at a March ... Read More»

By | 18 April, 2018 | Categories: Policy, President of the United States | Tags:

Statement by President Donald J. Trump on Nowruz

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary March 19, 2018 Statement by President Donald J. Trump on Nowruz I wish a beautiful and blessed Nowruz to the millions of people around the world who are celebrating the arrival of spring. The history of Nowruz is rooted in Iran, where for millennia a proud nation ... Read More»

By | 20 March, 2018 | Categories: Policy, President of the United States, Statements | Tags:

Statement by the President on the Iran Nuclear Deal

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary January 12, 2018  Statement by the President on the Iran Nuclear Deal The Iranian regime is the world’s leading state sponsor of terror. It enables Hezbollah, Hamas, and many other terrorists to sow chaos and kill innocent people. It has funded, armed, and trained more than 100,000 ... Read More»

By | 13 January, 2018 | Categories: Policy, President of the United States, Statements | Tags:

Remarks by President Trump Regarding the Capital of Israel

Remarks Regarding the Capital of Israel Thank you. When I came into office, I promised to look at the world’s challenges with open eyes and fresh thinking.  We cannot solve our problems by making the same failed assumptions and repeating the same failed strategies of the past.  Old challenges demand new approaches. My announcement today ... Read More»

By | 6 December, 2017 | Categories: Policy, President of the United States, Speeches | Tags:

Statement by President Donald J. Trump on the Defeat of ISIS in Raqqah

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary October 21, 2017 Statement by President Donald J. Trump on the Defeat of ISIS in Raqqah I am pleased to announce that the Syrian Democratic Forces, our partners in the fight against ISIS in Syria, have successfully recaptured Raqqah – the terrorist group’s self-proclaimed capital city. Together, ... Read More»

By | 23 October, 2017 | Categories: Policy, President of the United States, Statements | Tags:

REMARKS BY PRESIDENT TRUMP ON IRAN STRATEGY

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary October 13, 2017 REMARKS BY PRESIDENT TRUMP ON IRAN STRATEGY      THE PRESIDENT:  Thank you very much.  My fellow Americans:  As President of the United States, my highest obligation is to ensure the safety and security of the American people. History has shown that the longer we ignore ... Read More»

By | 13 October, 2017 | Categories: Policy, President of the United States, Speeches | Tags: , , , ,

Statement from President Donald J. Trump on Eid al-Fitr

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary June 24, 2017   On behalf of the American people, Melania and I send our warm greetings to Muslims as they celebrate Eid al-Fitr. Muslims in the United States joined those around the world during the holy month of Ramadan to focus on acts of faith and ... Read More»

By | 26 June, 2017 | Categories: Policy, President of the United States, Statements | Tags:

Statement from President Donald J. Trump on Ramadan

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary May 26, 2017 Statement from President Donald J. Trump on Ramadan On behalf of the American people, I would like to wish all Muslims a joyful Ramadan. During this month of fasting from dawn to dusk, many Muslims in America and around the world will find meaning ... Read More»

By | 26 May, 2017 | Categories: Policy, President of the United States, Statements | Tags: , ,

President Trump’s Speech to the Arab Islamic American Summit

The White House Office of the Press Secretary May 21, 2017 President Trump’s Speech to the Arab Islamic American Summit Remarks as prepared for delivery Thank You. I want to thank King Salman for his extraordinary words, and the magnificent Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for hosting today’s summit. I am honored to be received by ... Read More»

By | 22 May, 2017 | Categories: Policy, President of the United States, Speeches, Transcripts | Tags:

Statement by President Donald J. Trump on Nowruz

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary March 22, 2017 Statement by President Donald J. Trump on Nowruz This week, I would like to send my best wishes to all those around the world celebrating the wonderful ancient holiday of Nowruz.  Many millions of people of Iranian, Iraqi, Turkish, South Asian, and Central Asian ... Read More»

By | 22 March, 2017 | Categories: Policy, President of the United States, Statements | Tags: , ,

Executive Order Protecting The Nation From Foreign Terrorist Entry Into The United States

Executive Order Protecting The Nation From Foreign Terrorist Entry Into The United States EXECUTIVE ORDER – – – – – – – PROTECTING THE NATION FROM FOREIGN TERRORIST ENTRY INTO THE UNITED STATES By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the ... Read More»

By | 7 March, 2017 | Categories: Policy, President of the United States, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Iran | Tags:

Remarks by President Trump in Joint Address to Congress

The White House Office of the Press Secretary Thank you very much.  Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, members of Congress, the First Lady of the United States — (applause) — and citizens of America: Tonight, as we mark the conclusion of our celebration of Black History Month, we are reminded of our nation’s path towards ... Read More»

By | 1 March, 2017 | Categories: Policy, President of the United States, Speeches, Statements | Tags:

Answers to FAQ on recent E.O. Concerning Extreme Vetting

Should I attend my interview? At this time, applicants are advised NOT to attend their interview as appointments have been cancelled.  Applicants should NOT travel to the consulate at this time.  All visa processing is on hold until further notice. For updates please visit: https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/news/executive-order-on-protecting-the-nation-from-terrorist-attacks-by-foreign-nationals.html I have a valid visa. Can I use it? If ... Read More»

By | 30 January, 2017 | Categories: Policy, President of the United States, Visas | Tags:

PROTECTING the Nation from Foreign Terrorist Entry into the United States

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and laws of the United States of America, including the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), 8 U.S.C. 1101 et seq., and section 301 of title 3, United States Code, and to protect the American people from ... Read More»

By | 28 January, 2017 | Categories: Policy, President of the United States, Press Releases | Tags:

Trump portrait takes the spotlight

“Donald Trump” by Michael O’Brien, 1989 (© Michael O’Brien/National Portrait Gallery, Smithsonian) One of New York City’s most well-known figures now greets visitors at the Smithsonian Institution’s  National Portrait Gallery  in Washington. A week before Donald Trump takes office as the 45th U.S. president, his photo portrait was put on display in the museum that tells the story ... Read More»

By | 25 January, 2017 | Categories: President of the United States | Tags:

President Trump Signs 3 Executive Orders

President Trump acted on Monday to keep a signature campaign promise: withdraw the U.S. from the Trans-Pacific Partnership. As he signed the order in the Oval Office, Trump said, “We’ve been talking about this for a long time,” adding it’s “a great thing for the American worker.” Read More»

By | 24 January, 2017 | Categories: Featured Event, News, Policy, President of the United States, Speeches, Statements, Transcripts | Tags: ,

The Inaugural Address

Remarks of President Donald J. Trump Friday January 20, 2017 Washington DC (As Prepared for Delivery ) Chief Justice Roberts, President Carter, President Clinton, President Bush, President Obama, fellow Americans, and people of the world: thank you. We, the citizens of America, are now joined in a great national effort to rebuild our country and to ... Read More»

By | 23 January, 2017 | Categories: Culture, Events, Fact Sheets, Featured Event, Policy, President of the United States, Speeches, Transcripts | Tags:

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