Apr 21 U.S. launches new program to welcome Ukraine refugees but no longer through Mexico By Ben Fox, Associated Press The Biden administration is making it easier for refugees fleeing Russia's war on Ukraine to come to the United States from Europe while trying to shut down an informal route through northern Mexico that's emerged in recent weeks. Continue reading
Apr 21 WATCH: Biden announces $1.3 billion in new assistance for Ukraine By Aamer Madhani, Robert Burns, Darlene Superville, Associated Press The new package includes $800 million in military aid for much-needed heavy artillery, 144,000 rounds of ammunition and drones for the escalating battle in the Donbas region of eastern Ukraine. Continue reading
Apr 20 WATCH: White House to appeal ruling ending mask travel mandate, says press secretary By News Desk White House press secretary Jen Psaki holds a news briefing on Tuesday as President Joe Biden is expected to announce a new security assistance package to Ukraine. Continue reading
Apr 19 WATCH: President Biden delivers remarks on modernizing America’s ports By Chris Megerian, Associated Press The president used the trip to say that America is healthier than ever as it emerges from the coronavirus pandemic and a severe but short recession. Continue reading
Apr 18 WATCH: White House press secretary Psaki holds briefing after judge voids travel mask mandate By Associated Press White House press secretary Jen Psaki told reporters that federal agencies were still assessing a Florida federal judge's decision on Monday that voided the national mask mandate covering airlines and other public transportation. Continue reading
Apr 18 WATCH: Biden delivers remarks on a rainy 2022 White House Easter egg roll By Darlene Superville, Associated Press Undaunted by rain, President Joe Biden and his wife, Jill, kicked off the equivalent of a daylong garden party for some 30,000 kids and adults, including celebrities and costumed characters. Continue reading
Apr 16 Biden to hold May summit with Southeast Asian leaders By Darlene Superville, Associated Press The May 12-13 gathering is meant to demonstrate the United States' commitment to being a partner with countries in the region. Continue reading
Apr 14 Biden administration unveils steps to boost equity in government By Darlene Superville, Associated Press The Democratic president ordered the government to advance racial equity and make government fairer for everyone, including historically underserved communities. Continue reading
Apr 14 Biden’s ‘cost of carbon’ policy survives court challenge By Kevin McGill, Associated Press An effort by President Joe Biden's administration to account for potential damage from greenhouse gas emissions when creating rules for pollution-generating industries has survived another court challenge. Continue reading
Apr 14 WATCH: President Biden tours North Carolina HBCU engineering program By Associated Press President Joe Biden was in North Carolina touring one of the largest Historically Black Colleges and Universities on Thursday while promoting his economic plans. Continue reading