It was great to meet with you, . Thanks for all you’re doing to raise awareness around the rise in anti-Asian hate crimes and discrimination.
I look forward to sharing more of our conversation soon.
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It was great to meet with you this week at the White House, . The rise in anti-Asian hate crimes requires all of us to stand up, speak out, and give hate no safe harbor. Thanks for all you’re doing. It matters.
As I’ve said before, no one should be in jail just for using or possessing marijuana.
Today, I’m taking steps to end our failed approach. Allow me to lay them out.
I just want to make a few things clear:
The Holocaust happened.
Hitler was a demonic figure.
And instead of giving it a platform, our political leaders should be calling out and rejecting antisemitism wherever it hides.
Silence is complicity.
There is no time to waste when it comes to tackling the crises we face. That's why today, I am heading to the Oval Office to get right to work delivering bold action and immediate relief for American families.
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I send my congratulations to Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on his election to be the next president of Brazil following free, fair, and credible elections. I look forward to working together to continue the cooperation between our two countries in the months and years ahead.
After taking the oath of office this afternoon, I got right to work taking action to:
- Control the pandemic
- Provide economic relief
- Tackle climate change
- Advance racial equity
Moments ago I spoke to Brittney Griner.
She is safe.
She is on a plane.
She is on her way home.
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Folks — This will be the account for my official duties as President. At 12:01 PM on January 20th, it will become . Until then, I'll be using . And while you're here, follow @FLOTUSBiden @SenKamalaHarris and @Transition46.
The love of my life and the life of my love. Happy Valentine’s Day, Jilly.
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America welcomes you, Mr. President.
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Wearing masks isn't a partisan issue — it's a patriotic act that can save countless lives. That's why I signed an executive order today issuing a mask mandate on federal property. It's time to mask up, America.
Today, America is officially back in the Paris Climate Agreement. Let’s get to work.
Our family lost our loving companion Champ today. I will miss him.
You hired me to get things done – I hope I'm making you proud.
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This Court has made it clear it will not protect the rights of women.
I will. That’s why today I'm signing an Executive Order to protect access to reproductive health care.
I am determined to ban assault weapons in this country.
I did it once before, and we will do it again.
I condemn the assault on democracy and on the peaceful transfer of power in Brazil. Brazil’s democratic institutions have our full support and the will of the Brazilian people must not be undermined. I look forward to continuing to work with .
The idea that an 18-year-old can walk into a store and buy assault weapons is just wrong.
What in God’s name do you need an assault weapon for except to kill someone?
No one should be profiteering off of our criminal justice system. That’s why today, I ordered the Department of Justice to end the use of private prisons by the federal government.
It's time we ban assault weapons so our kids learn to read and write in schools instead of learning to duck and cover.
Over the last 10 days, I’ve taken action on:
- COVID-19
- The economy
- Climate change
- Racial equity
- Immigration
- Health care
- LGBTQ+ rights
And I’m just getting started.
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Russia alone is responsible for the death and destruction this attack will bring, and the United States and its Allies and partners will respond in a united and decisive way.
The world will hold Russia accountable.
For your family, for your neighbors, for your country — wear a mask.
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First: I’m pardoning all prior federal offenses of simple marijuana possession. There are thousands of people who were previously convicted of simple possession who may be denied employment, housing, or educational opportunities as a result. My pardon will remove this burden.
We don't have a second to waste when it comes to getting this virus under control. That's why today, I'll be signing executive actions to expand testing, administer vaccines, and safely reopen schools and businesses.
I am sick and tired of trickle-down economics. It has never worked.
We're building an economy from the bottom up and middle out.
Not many people have Oval Office walk-in privileges. Happy to report that these two are on the list.
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Today, I repealed the discriminatory ban on transgender people serving in the military. It’s simple: America is safer when everyone qualified to serve can do so openly and with pride.
It’s long past time we raise the minimum wage to $15 an hour. The American Rescue Plan will get it done.
These kinds of mass shootings rarely happen elsewhere in the world.
Why are we willing to live with this carnage? Why do we keep letting this happen? Where in God’s name is our backbone to have the courage to deal with it?
It’s time to turn this pain into action.
To those Republicans in Congress who believe student debt shouldn’t be forgiven:
I will never apologize for helping America’s middle class – especially not to the same folks who voted for a $2 trillion tax cut for the wealthy and giant corporations that racked up the deficit.
Before I took office, I set a big goal of administering 100 million shots in the first 100 days. With the progress we’re making I believe we’ll not only reach that, we’ll break it.
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The US was on pace to hit more than 100 million vaccines administered in 100 days the day Biden took office. On January 20th, 1.48 million vaccines were administered and the 7 day rolling average was 963k. covid.cdc.gov/covid-data-tra…
When I took office three weeks ago, America didn’t have a plan or enough supplies to vaccinate most of the country. But my team got right to work, and as of today, we’ve increased weekly vaccine shipments by nearly 30% and purchased enough vaccines to vaccinate all Americans.
Before I took office, I set an ambitious goal of administering 100 million shots in my first 100 days as president.
I’m proud to say that we’ll reach that goal tomorrow, just 58 days in.
I believe no one should work full time and still live in poverty. That’s why today, I raised the minimum wage to $15 an hour for people working on federal contracts.
All adult Americans will be eligible to get the vaccine no later than May 1.
Three weeks ago, I announced we would have enough vaccine supply for all Americans by the end of July.
Now, with our efforts to ramp up production, we will have enough vaccines for every American by the end of May.
We lost fewer seats in the House of Representatives than any Democratic president’s first midterm election in at least 40 years.
And we had the best midterms for Governors since 1986.
The American people spoke.
Just a few finishing touches! Hope you and your loved ones are having a great Christmas Eve.
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Today, I’m announcing that the United States is targeting a main artery of Russia’s economy.
We are banning all imports of Russian oil and gas.
I can’t believe this has to be said, but a teacher shouldn’t pay a higher tax rate than a hedge fund manager.
I know the last year has been difficult and painful for all of us. I hope Jill’s Valentine’s Day message helped brighten your day.
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You shouldn’t have to pay an extra $50 to sit next to your child on the plane, pay a surprise “resort fee” for a hotel stay, pay $200 to terminate your cable plan, or pay huge service fees to buy concert tickets.
It’s time for Congress to pass the Junk Fee Prevention Act.
The rule is now simple: get vaccinated or wear a mask until you do.
The choice is yours.
Let’s cap the cost of insulin at $35 a month so every family can afford it.
Everyone 16 and older in America is eligible for the shot today. Go and get ‘em, folks.
I just signed the Emmett Till Antilynching Act into law — making lynching a federal hate crime for the first time in American history.
Betty White brought a smile to the lips of generations of Americans. She’s a cultural icon who will be sorely missed. Jill and I are thinking of her family and all those who loved her this New Year’s Eve.
$600 is simply not enough when you have to choose between paying your rent and putting food on the table. That’s why my American Rescue Plan finishes the job of getting $2,000 to folks who need it most.
Dreamers are Americans — and I want them to know they have an advocate and ally with me in the White House. That's why I took immediate action to fortify DACA.
Happy birthday, . I’m proud to call you a brother and a friend — and I’m grateful for your selfless service to this nation.
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From our family to yours, Merry Christmas! May your time with loved ones be filled with warmth, comfort, and joy this holiday season.
Today, the People's House – your house – sends a clear message to the country and to the world.
America is a nation of pride.
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One year later, Kyiv stands. Ukraine stands. Democracy stands. America — and the world — stands with Ukraine.
Рік потому Київ стоїть. Україна стоїть. Демократія стоїть. Америка – і світ – стоїть з Україною.
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I’m proud to announce that three weeks from today, 90% of adults will be eligible to get vaccinated — and 90% of Americans will live within 5 miles of a place to get a shot.
America stands up to bullies. We stand up for freedom.
That’s who we are.
Today is a very solemn moment for the United States.
The Supreme Court expressly took away a Constitutional right from the American people that it had already recognized. They simply took it away. That's never been done to a right that is so important to so many Americans.
As a nation we must ask: When in God’s name will we stand up to the gun lobby?
When in God’s name will we do what needs to be done?
I’m sick and tired of it. We have to act.
I applaud the Senate for putting partisanship aside to prioritize our national security. Americans can rest easy tonight knowing Avril Haines has been confirmed as the Director of National Intelligence.
The vaccine was developed and authorized under a Republican Administration, and it’s been distributed and administered under a Democratic one.
The vaccines are safe, they are highly effective, and there’s nothing political about them.
I want every child to know that this is what vice presidents and generals in the United States Armed Forces look like.
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Took some calls this morning with man’s best co-worker.
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Today, I announced my COVID-19 National Action Plan. We're mounting an aggressive, coordinated, equitable, and professional response to get the virus under control as soon as possible.
The first image from the Webb Space Telescope represents a historic moment for science and technology. For astronomy and space exploration.
And for America and all humanity.
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We have to codify Roe v. Wade into law.
And as I said this morning: If the filibuster gets in the way, then we need to make an exception to get it done.
A Black man should be able to go for a jog without fearing for his life. Today, we remember Ahmaud Arbery’s life and we dedicate ourselves to making this country safer for people of color.
Barack and Michelle, welcome back.
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Here is the truth: The former president of the United States has created and spread a web of lies about the 2020 election.
He’s done so because he values power over principle. Because his bruised ego matters more to him than our democracy or Constitution.
This Take Your Child To Work Day, I had the honor of being protected by some of the toughest agents in town.
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Trickle-down economics has never worked.
It’s time to grow the economy from the bottom up and middle out.
Jill and I are keeping Texas, Oklahoma, and other impacted states in our prayers. I’ve declared states of emergency, authorized FEMA to provide generators and supplies, and am ready to fulfill additional requests. Please heed the instructions of local officials and stay safe.
We’re facing a historic moment in our nation’s history — one that requires bold and swift action. That’s why this week, I took historic action to deliver relief to American families and address the challenges we face.
Transgender rights are human rights — and the House made that clear today by passing the Equality Act.
Now it's time for the Senate to do the same.
As your president, I’m not picking favorites.
But as Jill Biden’s husband, fly Eagles, fly.
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America is back. We rejoined the Paris Agreement and are ready to rally the world to tackle the climate crisis. Let’s do this.