We've come a long way in the fight for marriage equality. As attorney general of California, I was proud to officiate the first wedding after Prop 8 was overturned.
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The Bipartisan Safer Communities Act is our most significant gun violence reduction legislation in nearly 30 years.
It will help save lives by requiring people ages 18 to 21 to undergo enhanced background checks, narrowing the "boyfriend loophole," and more.
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In 2013, I had the privilege and honor to pronounce my friends, Kris Perry and Sandy Stier, spouses for life. Now, in 2022, we will finally protect marriage rights in federal law through the Respect for Marriage Act.
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There’s still time to get your updated COVID vaccine before Christmas so you can celebrate the holidays safely.
Visit vaccines.gov to find an appointment near you.
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Thanks to our Inflation Reduction Act, seniors on Medicare who use insulin won’t be charged more than $35 for a month’s supply starting New Year’s Day.
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We stand for the fundamental right to marry the person you love and live free from discrimination.
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Ten years ago today, 20 first-graders and 6 educators were killed at Sandy Hook Elementary School. 26 families and the entire Newtown community still feel that unthinkable pain and unimaginable loss every day.
Let us continue to honor their lives with action to end gun violence.
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The Respect for Marriage Act is finally federal law, and we will continue our efforts to respect, defend, and protect the right of every individual to marry the person they love.
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As attorney general of California, I had the honor of giving the order to allow same-sex marriages to take place across the state in 2013.
Now, we continue our progress with the Respect for Marriage Act becoming law.
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President just signed the Respect for Marriage Act into law. This landmark legislation ultimately stands for a simple principle: all Americans are equal and their government should treat them that way.
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It’s time to get into the holiday spirit. Doug and I invited students from across Washington, D.C. to make ornaments and celebrate the holidays with us.
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‘Tis the season! We invited students from across Washington, D.C. to make ornaments and celebrate the holidays with us.
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Good news: Congress has now passed the Respect for Marriage Act. Marriage equality is on its way to becoming law.
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Today, Brittney Griner’s wrongful detention in Russia finally ends and she is on her way home to be reunited with her family. Her release is the product of painstaking negotiations and ’ commitment to bring home every U.S. citizen wrongfully detained anywhere in the world.
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Georgia voters said they wanted a Senator who would fight for them—and made it a reality when they reelected to the U.S. Senate. Congratulations, my friend.
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The brave officers who defended our democracy and the United States Capitol on January 6th are heroes. I am deeply grateful for their service and proud to see them recognized with the Congressional Gold Medal today.
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Georgia, polls are now open! Cast your ballot to reelect and keep Georgia blue. Visit IWillVote.com/GA to find your polling location.
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The history of America and of France, as well as our future, are forever intertwined.
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The House has an opportunity to codify marriage equality into law. It's time they pass the Respect for Marriage Act.
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The right to start a family and raise children.
The right to be who you are, openly and proudly.
The right to support the person you love.
We stand for the fundamental right to marry the person you love and live free from discrimination.
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Tomorrow, Georgia will make their voices heard for at the ballot box. Confirm your polling place at IWillVote.com/GA.
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Praising Hitler and denying the Holocaust is vile, appalling, and must be condemned. Our Administration will continue to stand up against antisemitism and the epidemic of hate.
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Reelecting in the Georgia Senate runoff on December 6 is our chance to keep Georgia blue and continue our progress.
Chip in a donation to help Senator Warnock win his campaign for reelection:
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The Respect for Marriage Act ultimately stands for a simple principle: All Americans are equal, and their government should treat them that way. We are now one step closer to achieving that ideal with pride.
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The United States and France have partnered on space exploration for more than 60 years. It was my honor to welcome President Macron to to build on the progress we have made and strengthen our collaboration even further.
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Welcoming some friends to town.
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Our work is far from over. The Senate race in Georgia is headed to a runoff, meaning everything we do between now and December 6 matters.
Can you chip in now to send back to the Senate? Every dollar counts.
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Congressman Donald McEachin was a relentless advocate for his community and a dedicated colleague. I will miss his friendship and passion for improving our world. Doug and I send our condolences to his wife Colette and their three children. whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/
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Only one week left until the Georgia senate runoff. That’s just one week to make your plan to vote for .
Together, we can keep Georgia blue.
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We have nominated the most diverse group of judges in the history of the United States, including the first Black woman to the U.S. Supreme Court: Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson.
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Through the Inflation Reduction Act’s historic climate investments, we're positioned to cut emissions in half by 2030 and net-zero emissions by 2050.
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There are fewer than 10 days until the Georgia senate runoff on December 6. Make your plan and vote early at IWillVote.com/GA.
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Georgia, save these dates and spread the word:
—Early voting ends everywhere December 2
—Election Day is Dec. 6
Visit IWillVote.com/GA and let’s get it done for .
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When small business owners have the support they need, they create jobs, drive, innovation, and grow our economy. On Small Business Saturday and throughout the holidays, be sure to shop local and support the backbone of our communities.
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On this Native American Heritage Day, we celebrate the history and contributions of Native peoples. We will continue to uphold our trust and treaty responsibilities, and work to strengthen sovereignty and self-determination for Tribal Nations.
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To our service members serving overseas, their loved ones, and Americans across the country, we wish you a day filled with blessings, laughter, and gratitude.
From our family to yours, have a very happy Thanksgiving.
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Our hearts go out to the families of the victims and the entire Chesapeake, Virginia community today. It is tragic that this continues to happen. Americans should be able to go to the grocery store without the fear of violence, much less death.
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Since President and I took office, 14.5 million Americans have signed up for quality, affordable health coverage, the highest number ever in an open enrollment period.
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