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President Biden welcomes 2024 NBA champion Boston Celtics to White House
Read full article: President Biden welcomes 2024 NBA champion Boston Celtics to White HousePresident Joe Biden welcomed “Coach Joe” Mazzulla and the Boston Celtics to the White House to celebrate the franchise’s unprecedented 18th NBA championship.
Top House Republicans seeking documents regarding Biden's 'garbage' comment
Read full article: Top House Republicans seeking documents regarding Biden's 'garbage' commentTop House Republicans are seeking documents and internal communications regarding President Joe Biden’s statement earlier this week in which he appeared to take a swipe at supporters of Donald Trump.
The White House public tour has been upgraded so visitors can see, hear and touch more
Read full article: The White House public tour has been upgraded so visitors can see, hear and touch moreJill Biden has unveiled what she's calling a reimagined White House public tour that was designed to teach visitors more about the mansion's history and events that unfolded in some of its famous rooms.
Israeli forces appear to withdraw from Jenin. But the operation may not be over
Read full article: Israeli forces appear to withdraw from Jenin. But the operation may not be overIsraeli forces appear to have withdrawn from three refugee camps in the occupied West Bank, after a more than weeklong military operation that has left dozens dead and a trail of destruction.
White House signaling it will likely stop Nippon Steel's plans to buy US Steel
Read full article: White House signaling it will likely stop Nippon Steel's plans to buy US SteelThe White House is signaling an openness to formally blocking the acquisition of U.S. Steel by Nippon Steel, as a government review of the proposed takeover by the Japanese company is on the cusp of ending.
White House chef retires after nearly 30 years, 1st woman and 1st person of color to have the job
Read full article: White House chef retires after nearly 30 years, 1st woman and 1st person of color to have the jobThe White House’s executive chef has retired after nearly three decades of serving meals and state dinners to five different presidents and their families.
US will redirect air defense interceptor missiles to Ukraine that other allies had on order
Read full article: US will redirect air defense interceptor missiles to Ukraine that other allies had on orderThe White House says it will rush delivery of air defense interceptor missiles to Ukraine by redirecting shipments that had been planned for other allied nations.
Biden prepares an order that would shut down asylum if a daily average of 2,500 migrants arrive
Read full article: Biden prepares an order that would shut down asylum if a daily average of 2,500 migrants arriveFormer President Donald Trump’s campaign says the Biden administration's upcoming executive order to limit border crossings is ineffective and that President Joe Biden could completely close the border “with a swipe of the same pen.”.
Biden is said to be finalizing plans for migrant limits as part of a US-Mexico border clampdown
Read full article: Biden is said to be finalizing plans for migrant limits as part of a US-Mexico border clampdownThe White House is finalizing plans for a U.S.-Mexico border clampdown that would shut off asylum requests and automatically deny entrance to migrants once the number of people encountered by American border officials exceeded a new daily threshold.
US condemns loss of life, but says no policy changes after civilian deaths in Israeli strike
Read full article: US condemns loss of life, but says no policy changes after civilian deaths in Israeli strikeThe White House has condemned the loss of life of dozens of civilians as a result of an Israeli airstrike in Rafah, but says it is not planning any policy changes as a result of the Israeli actions.
A driver dies after crashing into a security barrier around the White House complex, authorities say
Read full article: A driver dies after crashing into a security barrier around the White House complex, authorities sayPolice in the nation's capital say a driver has died after a vehicle crashed into an outer perimeter gate of the White House complex.
The White House has a new curator. Donna Hayashi Smith is the first Asian American to hold the post
Read full article: The White House has a new curator. Donna Hayashi Smith is the first Asian American to hold the postThe White House has a new curator and Donna Hayashi Smith is the first Asian American to hold the post.
White House rejects long-shot House Republican effort to get President Joe Biden to testify
Read full article: White House rejects long-shot House Republican effort to get President Joe Biden to testifyThe White House is rejecting a long-shot effort from House Republicans to get President Joe Biden to testify before lawmakers in the GOP’s stalled impeachment inquiry.
Jill Biden wrote children's book about her White House cat, Willow, that will be published in June
Read full article: Jill Biden wrote children's book about her White House cat, Willow, that will be published in JuneJill Biden has written a children's book about her White House cat, Willow, that will be published in June.
White House encourages House Republicans to 'move on' from their Biden impeachment effort
Read full article: White House encourages House Republicans to 'move on' from their Biden impeachment effortPresident Joe Biden’s top White House lawyer is encouraging Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson to end his chamber’s efforts to impeach the Democratic president over unproven claims he benefited from the business dealings of his son and brother.
White House lifting its COVID-19 testing rule for people around Biden, ending a pandemic vestige
Read full article: White House lifting its COVID-19 testing rule for people around Biden, ending a pandemic vestigeThe White House has lifted its COVID-19 testing requirement for those who plan to be in close contact with President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris and their spouses.
US promises new sanctions on Iran for its support of Russia's war in Ukraine, potential missile sale
Read full article: US promises new sanctions on Iran for its support of Russia's war in Ukraine, potential missile saleThe White House is promising to unveil new sanctions on Iran in the coming days in retaliation for its arm sales that have bolstered Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and threatening a “swift” and “severe” response if Tehran moves forward with selling ballistic missiles to Moscow.
White House weighing executive actions on the border — with immigration powers used by Trump
Read full article: White House weighing executive actions on the border — with immigration powers used by TrumpThe White House is considering using provisions of federal immigration law repeatedly tapped by former President Donald Trump to unilaterally enact a sweeping crackdown at the southern border.
Biden plans to welcome Kenyan president to White House for state visit in May
Read full article: Biden plans to welcome Kenyan president to White House for state visit in MayPresident Joe Biden plans to welcome Kenyan President William Ruto to the White House in May, hosting a state visit after reneging on his promise to visit Africa last year.
Russia has obtained a 'troubling' emerging anti-satellite weapon, the White House says
Read full article: Russia has obtained a 'troubling' emerging anti-satellite weapon, the White House saysThe White House has publicly confirmed that Russia has obtained a “troubling” emerging anti-satellite weapon, but says it cannot directly cause “physical destruction” on Earth.
Palestinians living in US will be shielded from deportation, the White House says
Read full article: Palestinians living in US will be shielded from deportation, the White House saysThe White House has announced that Palestinians living in the U.S. will be shielded from deportation as the Israel-Hamas war continues, citing “significantly deteriorated” conditions on the ground in Gaza.
Biden says he's decided on response to killing of 3 US troops, plans to attend dignified transfer
Read full article: Biden says he's decided on response to killing of 3 US troops, plans to attend dignified transferPresident Joe Biden says he has decided how to respond to the killing of three American service members in Jordan, noting that he does not want to expand war in the Middle East but demurring on the specifics of how the U.S. will proceed.
White House sets new guidelines for Cabinet notifications after Austin's secret hospitalization
Read full article: White House sets new guidelines for Cabinet notifications after Austin's secret hospitalizationThe White House is laying out a new set of guidelines to ensure it will be informed any time a Cabinet head can’t carry out their job.
White House apologizes to former 2024 candidate Asa Hutchinson as Biden courts anti-Trump GOP
Read full article: White House apologizes to former 2024 candidate Asa Hutchinson as Biden courts anti-Trump GOPThe White House has apologized to former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson for a Democratic National Committee statement a day earlier that mocked the end of his long-shot 2024 bid for the Republican presidential nomination.
US, allies in talks on naval task force to protect shipping in Red Sea after Houthi attacks
Read full article: US, allies in talks on naval task force to protect shipping in Red Sea after Houthi attacksThe White House says the U.S. may establish a naval task force to escort commercial ships in the Red Sea after three vessels were struck by missiles fired by Iranian-back Houthis in Yemen.
White House denounces 'irresponsible' subpoenas from House GOP and says they should be withdrawn
Read full article: White House denounces 'irresponsible' subpoenas from House GOP and says they should be withdrawnThe White House is firing back on a recent subpoenas issued by House Republicans targeting members of President Joe Biden’s family and his aides.
White House says Russia is executing its own soldiers for not following orders
Read full article: White House says Russia is executing its own soldiers for not following ordersThe White House says that Russia is executing soldiers who have failed to follow orders and threatening entire units with death if they retreat from Ukrainian artillery fire.
White House wants $56 billion from Congress for disaster relief, child care and high-speed Internet
Read full article: White House wants $56 billion from Congress for disaster relief, child care and high-speed InternetThe White House is asking lawmakers for nearly $56 billion in emergency spending for disaster relief, child care funding and broadband.
White House scraps plan for B-52s to entertain at state dinner against backdrop of Israel-Hamas war
Read full article: White House scraps plan for B-52s to entertain at state dinner against backdrop of Israel-Hamas warThe White House has scrapped plans to have the B-52s perform at a state dinner for Australia’s prime minister.
US developing contingency plans to evacuate Americans from Mideast in case Israel-Hamas war spreads
Read full article: US developing contingency plans to evacuate Americans from Mideast in case Israel-Hamas war spreadsThe White House is developing “prudent contingency planning” to evacuate Americans from the Middle East in case the Israel-Hamas war spreads into a broad regional conflict.
Biden asks Congress to secure $105 billion for Ukraine, Israel, the border and more
Read full article: Biden asks Congress to secure $105 billion for Ukraine, Israel, the border and moreCongressional chaos and opposition will be a hurdle for President Joe Biden as he pushes for $105 billion in funding for Israel, Ukraine, border security, humanitarian assistance and countering China.
US says North Korea delivered 1,000 containers of equipment and munitions to Russia for Ukraine war
Read full article: US says North Korea delivered 1,000 containers of equipment and munitions to Russia for Ukraine warThe White House says that North Korea has delivered more than 1,000 containers of military equipment and munitions to Russia for its ongoing war in Ukraine.
Hillary Clinton joins Jill Biden at the White House to honor recipients of a prestigious arts prize
Read full article: Hillary Clinton joins Jill Biden at the White House to honor recipients of a prestigious arts prizeHillary Clinton has joined Jill Biden at the White House to honor the recipients of a prestigious arts prize.
Inside the brand new White House Situation Room: Cutting-edge tech, mahogany and that new car smell
Read full article: Inside the brand new White House Situation Room: Cutting-edge tech, mahogany and that new car smellThe White House Situation Room — a space of great mystique and even higher secrecy — just got a $50 million facelift.
Biden wants an extra $4 billion for disaster relief, bringing the total request to $16 billion
Read full article: Biden wants an extra $4 billion for disaster relief, bringing the total request to $16 billionThe White House will seek another $4 billion to address natural disasters as part of its supplemental funding request, bringing the total to $16 billion.
White House asks Congress to pass short-term funding bill to keep government operating
Read full article: White House asks Congress to pass short-term funding bill to keep government operatingThe White House says Congress should pass a short-term funding measure to ensure the government keeps operating after the current budget year ends Sept. 30.
White House says Putin and Kim Jong Un traded letters as Russia looks for munitions from North Korea
Read full article: White House says Putin and Kim Jong Un traded letters as Russia looks for munitions from North KoreaThe United States, the United Kingdom, South Korea and Japan are urging North Korea to halt arms negotiations with Russia following revelations Russian and North Korean talks on a weapons sale are advancing.
Biden to attend next month's G-20 summit in New Delhi, while Harris will head to Jakarta for ASEAN
Read full article: Biden to attend next month's G-20 summit in New Delhi, while Harris will head to Jakarta for ASEANThe White House says President Joe Biden will attend next month’s Group of 20 summit in New Delhi, India.
White House says top Russian official pitched North Korea on increasing sale of munitions to Moscow
Read full article: White House says top Russian official pitched North Korea on increasing sale of munitions to MoscowThe White House says U.S. intelligence officials have determined that Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu has made a pitch to North Korean officials to increase the sale of munitions to Moscow.
No fingerprints, DNA sample or leads from cocaine found at the White House, the Secret Service says
Read full article: No fingerprints, DNA sample or leads from cocaine found at the White House, the Secret Service saysNo fingerprints or DNA turned up on the baggie of cocaine found in the West Wing lobby last week despite a sophisticated FBI crime lab analysis, and surveillance footage of the area didn’t identify a suspect, according to summary of the Secret Service investigation obtained by The Associated Press.
Suspicious powder found at the White House when Biden was gone was cocaine, AP sources say
Read full article: Suspicious powder found at the White House when Biden was gone was cocaine, AP sources sayA preliminary test has shown that a suspicious substance found at the White House on Sunday was cocaine.
White House says Iran is helping Russia build a drone factory east of Moscow for the war in Ukraine
Read full article: White House says Iran is helping Russia build a drone factory east of Moscow for the war in UkraineThe White House says it has intelligence indicating Iran is providing Russia with materials to build a drone manufacturing plant east of Moscow as the Kremlin looks to lock in a steady supply of weaponry for its ongoing invasion of Ukraine.
White House imposing sanctions as Sudan's warring sides fail to abide by cease-fire deal
Read full article: White House imposing sanctions as Sudan's warring sides fail to abide by cease-fire dealThe White House says it's imposing sanctions against key defense companies and people who “perpetuate violence” in Sudan as the warring sides fail to abide by a cease-fire agreement in the northeastern African nation.
Russia aims to obtain more attack drones from Iran after depleting stockpile, White House says
Read full article: Russia aims to obtain more attack drones from Iran after depleting stockpile, White House saysThe White House says Russia is looking to buy additional advanced attack drones from Iran for use in its war in Ukraine after using up most of the 400 drones it had previously purchased from Iran.
US says 20,000 Russians killed in Ukraine war since December
Read full article: US says 20,000 Russians killed in Ukraine war since DecemberThe White House says it now estimates that just since December Russia has suffered 100,000 casualties, including more than 20,000 killed, as Ukraine has rebuffed a heavy assault in eastern Ukraine.
Littlest intruder: Toddler crawls through White House fence
Read full article: Littlest intruder: Toddler crawls through White House fenceA curious toddler on Tuesday earned the title of one of the tiniest White House intruders after he squeezed through the metal fencing on the north side of the executive mansion.
US: Russia seeks arms-for-food deal with North Korea
Read full article: US: Russia seeks arms-for-food deal with North KoreaThe White House says it has new evidence that Russia is looking again to North Korea for weapons to fuel the war in Ukraine, this time in a deal that would provide Pyongyang with needed food and other commodities in return.
White House: No more TikTok on gov't devices within 30 days
Read full article: White House: No more TikTok on gov't devices within 30 daysThe White House is giving all federal agencies 30 days to wipe TikTok off all government devices, as the Chinese-owned social media app comes under increasing scrutiny in Washington over security concerns.
White House urging higher fines for train safety violations
Read full article: White House urging higher fines for train safety violationsThe White House is calling on congressional Republicans to increase the fines levied on rail companies for safety violations in the wake of the train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
White House defends its delayed, limited document disclosure
Read full article: White House defends its delayed, limited document disclosureThe White House is brushing aside criticism of its fragmented disclosures about the discovery of classified documents and official records at President Joe Biden’s home and former office.
What student loan borrowers need to know about the proposed repayment plan
Read full article: What student loan borrowers need to know about the proposed repayment planA proposed income-driven repayment plan would cut some student loan borrowers' payments in half and prevent interest from accumulating even if the required monthly payment is $0.
White House: Russia's Wagner received arms from North Korea
Read full article: White House: Russia's Wagner received arms from North KoreaThe White House says a private Russian military company has taken delivery of an arms shipment from North Korea to help bolster its forces as it fights side-by-side with Russian troops in Ukraine.
White House invites dozens of nations for ransomware summit
Read full article: White House invites dozens of nations for ransomware summitThe White House is bringing together three dozen nations, the European Union and a slew of private-sector companies for a two-day summit that looks at how best to combat ransomware attacks.
US: Iranian troops in Crimea backing Russian drone strikes
Read full article: US: Iranian troops in Crimea backing Russian drone strikesThe White House says the U.S. has evidence that Iranian troops are “directly engaged on the ground” in Crimea supporting Russian drone attacks on Ukraine’s power stations and other key infrastructure.
White House: Get new booster by Halloween for safer holidays
Read full article: White House: Get new booster by Halloween for safer holidaysThe White House says eligible Americans should get the updated COVID-19 boosters by Halloween to have maximum protection against the coronavirus by Thanksgiving and the holidays, as it warns of a “challenging” virus season ahead.
Jill Biden honors Jacqueline Kennedy's preservation legacy
Read full article: Jill Biden honors Jacqueline Kennedy's preservation legacyFirst lady Jill Biden has paid tribute to predecessor Jacqueline Kennedy for her pivotal role in preventing the teardown of historic buildings on iconic Lafayette Square near the White House decades ago.
White House announces $270M military package for Ukraine
Read full article: White House announces $270M military package for UkraineThe U.S. is sending an additional $270 million in security assistance to Ukraine, a new package that will include additional medium range rocket systems and tactical drones.
White House: Iran set to deliver armed drones to Russia
Read full article: White House: Iran set to deliver armed drones to RussiaThe White House says it believes Russia is turning to Iran to provide it with “hundreds” of unmanned aerial vehicles, including weapons-capable drones, for use in its ongoing war in Ukraine.
Biden teams with East Coast governors to boost offshore wind
Read full article: Biden teams with East Coast governors to boost offshore windThe White House is launching a partnership with 11 East Coast governors to boost the growing offshore wind industry, a key element of President Joe Biden’s climate change plan.
US moves to make antiviral drug more available against COVID
Read full article: US moves to make antiviral drug more available against COVIDThe White House has announced more steps to make the antiviral treatment Paxlovid more accessible across the U.S. as it projects COVID-19 infections will continue to spread over the summer travel season.
Biden announces Sept conference on hunger, nutrition, health
Read full article: Biden announces Sept conference on hunger, nutrition, healthThe White House has announced a conference on hunger, nutrition and health in September to make progress on the Biden administration's goal of ending hunger, improving nutrition and physical activity, and reducing diet-related diseases.
Biden warns Putin of 'severe costs' of Ukraine invasion
Read full article: Biden warns Putin of 'severe costs' of Ukraine invasionThe White House says President Joe Biden told Russia’s Vladimir Putin that invading Ukraine would cause “widespread human suffering” and that the West was committed to diplomacy to end the crisis but “equally prepared for other scenarios."
‘Case rates are highest among those who are unvaccinated’: CDC director says omicron isn’t over yet
Read full article: ‘Case rates are highest among those who are unvaccinated’: CDC director says omicron isn’t over yetThe White House COVID-19 Response Team held a briefing to update Americans on the effectiveness of the booster shot against the omicron variant and the free COVID test that is being administered by mail.
House panel obtains Trump records after Supreme Court ruling
Read full article: House panel obtains Trump records after Supreme Court rulingThe National Archives and Records Administration has provided a House committee with more than 700 pages of presidential documents after the Supreme Court rejected a bid by former President Donald Trump to block the release.
White House rolls out new plan to combat gun suicides in US
Read full article: White House rolls out new plan to combat gun suicides in USThe Biden administration is rolling out a new initiative aimed at reducing suicides by gun and combating the significant increases in suicides by members of the military and veterans.
White House skeptical Iran ready to restart nuclear talks
Read full article: White House skeptical Iran ready to restart nuclear talksThe White House is responding skeptically after Iran’s chief negotiator announced that Tehran is ready to return to nuclear negotiations in Vienna by the end of next month.
How new national COVID vaccine, mask mandates impact Metro Detroit’s entertainment venues
Read full article: How new national COVID vaccine, mask mandates impact Metro Detroit’s entertainment venuesOfficials at the University of Michigan said there won’t be any immediate changes at the Big House, but Michigan State University said they will be reevaluating its COVID protocols.
White House COVID Response Team details toll the delta variant is taking on unvaccinated Americans
Read full article: White House COVID Response Team details toll the delta variant is taking on unvaccinated AmericansThe White House COVID Response Team said that if you’ve been hesitant to get vaccinated, now is the time.
White House considering vaccine mandate for federal workers
Read full article: White House considering vaccine mandate for federal workersThe White House is strongly considering requiring federal employees to show proof they’ve been vaccinated against the coronavirus, or otherwise submit to regular testing and wear a mask at all times regardless of the rate of transmission in their area.
Hunter Biden paintings pose ethical challenge for president
Read full article: Hunter Biden paintings pose ethical challenge for presidentThe White House has established an arrangement that would allow President Joe Biden’s son Hunter to sell his artwork for tens of thousands of dollars without knowing the identity of the purchaser.