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February 15, 2013

The Schedule

In the morning, the President will receive the Presidential Daily Briefing in the Oval Office. This meeting is closed press.

Later in the morning, the President will host President Giorgio Napolitano of Italy for a bilateral meeting in the Oval Office. President Napolitano will soon conclude his term in office, following a long and distinguished career of service to Italy, a close ally and friend of the United States. The President looks forward to welcoming President Napolitano to pay a farewell call and further reinforce the strong and enduring bonds between our two countries. There will be a pool spray at the top of the meeting.

Later, the President will welcome to the White House the 18 recipients of the 2012 Presidential Citizens Medal, the nation’s second-highest civilian honor. The President’s remarks in the East Room are open press.

In the afternoon, the President will travel to Chicago, Illinois. The departure from the South Lawn and the arrival at Chicago O’Hare International Airport are open press.

While in Chicago, the President will deliver remarks at Hyde Park Academy to discuss proposals unveiled in the State of the Union Address that focus on strengthening the economy for the middle class and those striving to get there. The President’s remarks will be open press.

Later, the President will depart Chicago, Illinois en route Palm City, Florida. The departure from Chicago O’Hare International Airport and the arrival at Palm Beach International Airport are open press.

The President will remain in Palm City, Florida through Monday, February 18, 2013. There are no public events scheduled.

The Vice President will visit Snowmass, Colorado, with his family. There are no public events scheduled.

All times ET
9:30 AM	The President receives the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
10:00 AM	The President meets with President Giorgio Napolitano of Italy Oval Office Pool Spray at the Top (Final Gather 9:50AM – Brady Press Briefing Room)
11:10 AM	The President welcomes the 18 recipients of the 2012 Presidential Citizens Medal East Room Open Press (Pre-set 9:30AM – Final Gather 10:30AM – North Doors of the Palm Room)
12:10 PM	The President departs the White House en route Joint Base Andrews South Lawn Open Press (Final Gather 11:45AM – North Doors of the Palm Room)
12:25 PM	The President departs Joint Base Andrews en route Chicago, Illinois Joint Base Andrews Travel Pool Coverage (Call Time 10:45AM – Virginia Gate, Joint Base Andrews)
2:10 PM	The President arrives Chicago, Illinois Chicago O’Hare International Airport Open Press
3:45 PM	The President delivers remarks to discuss proposals unveiled in the State of the Union Address that focus on strengthening the economy for the middle class and those striving to get there Chicago, Illinois, Hyde Park Academy Open Press
5:30 PM	The President departs Chicago, Illinois Chicago O’Hare International Airport Open Press
8:00 PM	The President arrives West Palm Beach, Florida Palm Beach International Airport Open Press

In-Town Pool Call Time: 8:30 AM
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: CBS
Print: National Journal
Radio: SRN

Out-of-Town Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: CBS
Print: AFP
Radio: NPR

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President Obama Welcomes Italian President Napolitano

The two leaders discussed the world economy and President Obama's plan to pursue a U.S.-European Union free trade agreement, which was mentioned in his State of the Union address earlier this week.

6:41 PM ET by Colleen Curtis

Weekly Wrap Up: “We Don’t Give Up”

Here’s a quick glimpse at what happened this week on WhiteHouse.gov.

6:32 PM ET by Christopher Sponn

Open For Questions: The State of the Union and Immigration Reform

Cecilia Muñoz, Director of the White House Domestic Policy Council, answers questions from the public about immigration reform and President Obama's State of the Union Address in an “Open for Questions” session moderated by Elianne Ramos from LATISM.

4:45 PM ET by Megan Slack

Startup America for a Stronger America

Entrepreneurs from across the country gathered at the White House to celebrate Startup America’s two-year anniversary by presenting ambitious plans for growing vibrant startup communities in Arizona, Colorado, DC, Indiana, Iowa, Maryland, North Carolina, Nebraska, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia.

4:16 PM ET by Tom Kalil and Doug Rand

Deputy Secretary Blank Travels to BMW in Spartanburg, SC to Highlight Revitalization of American Manufacturing

Deputy Secretary of Commerce Rebecca Blank visits a manufacturing factory and highlights the President’s proposals for investing in manufacturing and creating jobs in America.

4:09 PM ET by Mike Kruger

Open for Questions: The State of the Union and Reducing Gun Violence

Bruce Reed, Chief of Staff to Vice President Biden, answers questions from the public about reducing gun violence and President Obama's State of the Union Address in an “Open for Questions” session moderated by iVillage

4:00 PM ET by Megan Slack

President Obama Presents the 2012 Presidential Citizens Medal

The Presidential Citizens Medal is awarded to those who have "performed exemplary deeds of service for their country or their fellow citizens." It is one of the highest honors a civilian can receive.

2:08 PM ET by Matt Compton

Everything You Need to Know about President Obama's Plan to Ensure Hard Work Leads to a Decent Living

In his State of the Union Address, President Obama laid out a plan to build on the progress we’ve made over the last four years to expand opportunity for every American and every community willing to do the work to lift themselves up.

1:15 PM ET by Megan Slack

February 14, 2013

The Schedule

In the morning, the President will travel to Decatur, Georgia. The departure from the South Lawn and the arrival at Dobbins Air Reserve Base are open press.

In the morning, the Vice President will attend meetings at the White House.

In the afternoon, the Vice President will host a lunch meeting with President Giorgio Napolitano of Italy at Blair House.

While in Decatur, the President will visit a pre-kindergarten classroom at College Heights Early Childhood Learning Center and then deliver remarks at the Decatur Community Recreation Center to discuss his plan, unveiled in the State of the Union Address, to ensure high-quality preschool for every child. There will be out-of-town travel pool coverage of the President’s classroom visit and the President’s remarks will be open press.

In the afternoon, the President will depart Decatur, Georgia en route Washington, DC. The departure from Dobbins Air Reserve Base and the arrival on the South Lawn are open press.

In the afternoon, the President will participate in a virtual interview with Google+ and Americans from around the country in a Google+ Hangout to discuss his State of the Union Address. This event will be streamed live on WhiteHouse.gov, YouTube.com/whitehouse and the White House Google+ page.

All times ET
9:35 AM	The President departs the White House en route Joint Base Andrews South Lawn Open Press (Final Gather 9:10AM – North Doors of the Palm Room)
9:50 AM	The President departs Joint Base Andrews Travel Pool Coverage (Call Time 8:15AM – Virginia Gate, Joint Base Andrews)
11:30 AM	The President arrives Decatur, Georgia Dobbins Air Reserve Base Open Press
12:10 PM	The President visits a pre-kindergarten classroom at College Heights Early Childhood Learning Center Georgia, College Heights Early Childhood Learning Center, Decatur Travel Pool Coverage
1:20 PM	The President delivers remarks Georgia, Decatur, Decatur Community Recreation Center Open Press
2:40 PM	The President departs Decatur, Georgia Dobbins Air Reserve Base Open Press
4:10 PM	The President arrives Joint Base Andrews Joint Base Andrews Travel Pool Coverage
4:25 PM	The President arrives the White House South Lawn Open Press (Final Gather 4:00PM – North Doors of the Palm Room)
4:50 PM	The President participates in a "Fireside Hangout" with Google+ to discuss his State of the Union Address Roosevelt Room Live Streamed on WhiteHouse.gov, YouTube.com/whitehouse and the White House Google+ page

In-Town Pool Call Time: 8:30 AM
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: ABC
Print: MediaNews
Radio: NPR

Out-of-Town Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: ABC
Print: Washington Times
Radio: CBS

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Watch: President Obama Answers Your Questions in a Google+ Hangout

Watch the video of President Obama's hangout, live from the West Wing of the White House.

9:10 PM ET by Kori Schulman

West Wing Week: 02/15/13 or “You’re a Hero”

5:17 PM ET by Adam Garber

President Obama: High Quality Pre-K Is "Good Bang for your Educational Buck"

In Georgia, President Obama visits a high-quality preschool where 3-4 year olds are getting the educational support they need to succeed throughout life.

5:12 PM ET by Colleen Curtis

Securing our Nation’s Borders

Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano visits the San Diego and El Paso borders.

3:08 PM ET by Secretary Janet Napolitano

Photo Gallery: 2013 State of the Union

Check out the latest release from the White House Photo Office.

2:27 PM ET by Christopher Sponn

Valentine’s Day: Our Beautiful, and Romantic, National Parks

Valentine's Day greetings from some of the love-liest places in the USA

12:49 PM ET by Jesse Lee

What You Need to Know About President Obama's Plan to Provide High-Quality Early Education for All Children

In his State of the Union address, President Obama called on Congress to expand access to high-quality pre-school to every child in America.

11:43 AM ET by Megan Slack

Reducing Pollution For All American Families

Outgoing EPA Administrator Lisa P. Jackson cites the importance of environmental justice for all Americans.

11:00 AM ET by Administrator Lisa P. Jackson

February 13, 2013

The Schedule

In the morning, the President will travel to Asheville, North Carolina. The departure from the South Lawn and the arrival at Asheville Regional Airport are open press.

While in Asheville, the President will tour the Linamar North Carolina factory and then deliver remarks to highlight the manufacturing policies unveiled last night in the State of the Union Address. There will be out-of-town travel pool coverage of the President’s tour and the President’s remarks will be open press.

In the afternoon, the President will depart Asheville, North Carolina en route Washington, DC. The departure from Asheville Regional Airport and the arrival on the South Lawn are open press.

Tomorrow, the Vice President will attend meetings at the White House.

All times ET
9:35 AM	The President departs the White House en route Joint Base Andrews South Lawn Open Press (Final Gather 9:00AM – North Doors of the Palm Room)
9:50 AM	The President departs Joint Base Andrews Joint Base Andrews Travel Pool Coverage (Call Time 8:15AM – Virginia Gate, Joint Base Andrews)
11:10 AM	The President arrives Asheville, North Asheville Regional Airport Open Press
11:35 AM	The President tours Linamar North Carolina Factory North Carolina, Asheville, Linamar Factory Travel Pool Coverage
12:00 PM	The President delivers remarks North Carolina, Asheville, Linamar Factory Open Press
1:25 PM	The President departs Asheville, North Carolina Asheville Regional Airport Open Press
2:40 PM	The President arrives Joint Base Andrews Joint Base Andrews Travel Pool Coverage
2:55 PM	The President arrives the White House South Lawn Open Press (Final Gather 2:30PM – North Doors of the Palm Room)

In-Town Pool Call Time: 8:30 AM
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: NBC
Print: McClatchy
Radio: FOX

Out-of-Town Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: NBC
Print: Wall Street Journal
Radio: NPR

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Open for Questions: The State of the Union and Energy and the Environment

Heather Zichal, Deputy Assistant to the President for Energy and Climate Change, answers questions from the public about the President’s speech in an “Open for Questions” session moderated by Popular Science.

7:00 PM ET by Megan Slack

Improving the Security of the Nation’s Critical Infrastructure

President Obama issued an Executive Order directing federal departments and agencies to use their existing authorities to provide better cybersecurity for the Nation, efforts that will by necessity involve increased collaboration with the private sector.

6:39 PM ET by Michael Daniel

Open for Questions: The State of the Union and the Economy

Alan Krueger, Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers, answered questions from the public about President Obama's State of the Union Address in an “Open for Questions” session moderated by Yahoo! Finance. Check it out below.

5:15 PM ET by Megan Slack

A Plan to Revitalize American Manufacturing

President Obama was in Asheville, NC to talk about his committment to making America a magnet for jobs and manufacturing so we continue to build things the rest of the world buys.

5:00 PM ET by Colleen Curtis

First Lady Michelle Obama hosts a “Beasts of the Southern Wild” Movie Workshop for Students

The stars of the Oscar-nominated drama joined Mrs. Obama to help teach students about the hard work required to create a beautiful movie.

4:55 PM ET by Colleen Curtis

Open for Questions: The State of the Union and Education

Arne Duncan, Secretary of Education, answers questions from the public about President Obama's State of the Union Address in an “Open for Questions” session moderated by Babble.

4:30 PM ET by Megan Slack

Obama Administration Launches College Scorecard

Find the college that is the best fit for you and your family through the College Scorecard. Search a college and find easy-to-read information ranging from degree choice to affordability.

11:00 AM ET by Arne Duncan, Arne Duncan

President Obama Participates in Fireside Hangouts on Google+

On Thursday, February 14th at 4:50 p.m. EST, tune in for a virtual post-State of the Union interview with the President during a Google+ Hangout.

10:49 AM ET by Kori Schulman

Americans Are Responding to the State of the Union

A new tool lets citizens share their reactions to President Obama's address with their friends -- and with the White House

12:32 AM ET by Colleen Curtis

President Obama's 2013 State of the Union

President Obama outlines his plan for a thriving middle class and a strong America.

12:23 AM ET by Matt Compton

February 12, 2013

The Schedule

In the morning, the President and the Vice President will receive the Presidential Daily Briefing in the Oval Office. This meeting is closed press.

In the evening, the President will deliver the State of the Union Address at the United States Capitol. The Vice President, the First Lady, and Dr. Biden will attend. The event is open to pre-credentialed media, and the travel pool will accompany.

All times ET
10:15 AM	The President and the Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
9:00 PM	The President delivers the State of the Union Address; the Vice President, the First Lady, and Dr. Biden attend United States Capitol Open to pre-credentialed media (In-Town Travel Pool Gather 8:10PM—North Doors of the Palm Room)

In-Town Pool Call Time: 10:00 AM
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: FOX
Print: Huffington Post
Radio: CBS

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The First Lady's Box at the 2013 State of the Union

Find out who was invited to join First Lady Michelle Obama at the 2013 State of the Union.

2:28 PM ET by Kasie Coccaro

February 11, 2013

The Schedule

In the morning, the President will receive the Presidential Daily Briefing in the Oval Office. This meeting is closed press.

In the morning, the Vice President will travel to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. At 11:00 AM, the Vice President will hold a roundtable discussion with law enforcement officials and Members of Congress on gun safety at Girard College. The Vice President and other officials will deliver statements to the press at the conclusion of the roundtable. These statements are open press.

Event participants include:

Deputy Attorney General Jim Cole

Senator Bob Casey

Representative Bob Brady

Representative Chaka Fattah

Representative Allyson Schwartz

Mayor Michael Nutter, City of Philadelphia

Commissioner Ray Kelly, New York City Police Department

Commissioner Charles Ramsey, Philadelphia Police Department

Deputy Commissioner Richard Ross, Philadelphia Police Department

Chief Joseph Bail, Chester, Pennsylvania, Police Department

Chief Anthony Batts, Baltimore, Maryland, Police Department

Chief Scott Thomson, Camden, New Jersey, Police Department

Chief Christine Dunning, Wilmington, Delaware, Police Department

Chief Ernest Jubilee, Atlantic City, New Jersey, Police Department

Chief Thomas Hyers, Springettsbury, Pennsylvania, Police Department

U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania Zane Memeger

Pennsylvania Attorney General Kathleen Kane

Philadelphia District Attorney R. Seth Williams

The Vice President will return to Washington, DC, in the afternoon.

In the afternoon, the President will award Clinton Romesha, a former active duty Army Staff Sergeant, the Medal of Honor for conspicuous gallantry. Staff Sergeant Romesha will receive the Medal of Honor for his courageous actions while serving as a Section Leader with Bravo Troop, 3d Squadron, 61st Cavalry Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division during combat operations against an armed enemy at Combat Outpost Keating, Kamdesh District, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan on October 3, 2009. He will be the fourth living recipient to be awarded the Medal of Honor for actions in Iraq or Afghanistan. He and his family will join the President at the White House to commemorate his example of selfless service. The President’s remarks in the East Room will be open press. The First Lady will also attend.

All times ET
10:10 AM	The President receives the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
11:00 AM	The Vice President holds a roundtable discussion with law enforcement officials and Members of Congress on gun safety at Girard College Girard College Open Press
12:30 PM	Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney
1:45 PM	The President awards Clinton Romesha, a former active duty Army Staff Sergeant, the Medal of Honor for conspicuous gallantry; the First Lady also attends The East Room Open Press (Pre-Set 11:45AM—Final Gather 1:10PM—North Doors of the Palm Room)

In-Town Pool Call Time: 9:30 AM
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: CNN
Print: Houston Chronicle
Radio: AURN

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An American Hero Receives the Medal of Honor

Army Staff Sgt. Clinton Romesha was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions during the Battle of Kamdesh in 2009 during the war in Afghanistan.

10:14 PM ET by Matt Compton

State of the Union 2013: White House “Open for Questions” Marathon

In the days following the State of the Union Address, Administration officials will take questions on key issue areas addressed in the President's speech submitted by the public on social media during an "Open for Questions" marathon.

9:23 PM ET by Erin Lindsay

Vice President Biden Meets with Law Enforcement Officials in Philadelphia

Vice President Biden travels to Philadelphia to meet with law enforcement officials and hold a roundtable discussion to talk about the Administration’s plan to reduce gun violence.

6:00 PM ET by Tobin Marcus

State of the Union 2013: President Obama's Speech is Just the Beginning

Check out all the ways you can get involved with President Obama's State of the Union Address.

6:00 AM ET by Macon Phillips

February 8, 2013

The Schedule

In the morning, the President and the Vice President will receive the Presidential Daily Briefing in the Oval Office. This meeting is closed press.

In the afternoon, the President and the Vice President will meet for lunch in the Private Dining Room. This lunch is closed press.

Later in the afternoon, the President will deliver remarks at the Armed Forces Farewell Tribute in honor of Defense Secretary Leon Panetta. The President’s remarks at Joint Base Myer-Henderson are pooled for TV and open to still photographers and correspondents.

All times ET
10:30 AM	The President and the Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
1:00 PM	The President and Vice President meet for lunch Private Dining Room Closed Press
3:55 PM	The President delivers remarks at the Armed Forces Farewell Tribute in honor of Defense Secretary Leon Panetta Joint Base Myer-Henderson Pooled TV, Open to Correspondents (In-Town Travel Pool Call Time 3:15PM – North Doors of the Palm Room)

In-Town Pool Call Time: 9:30 AM
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: NBC
Print: Financial Times
Radio: VOA

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Weekly Wrap Up: “We Can Make a Difference”

Here's quick glimpse at what happened this week on WhiteHouse.gov.

6:21 PM ET by Christopher Sponn

Update from Bruce Reed on the President's Plan to Reduce Gun Violence

Vice President Biden's Chief of Staff Bruce Reed sat down with us to give us a quick update on the work the President and Vice President have been doing since the President released his plan to reduce gun violence.

5:47 PM ET by Ezra Mechaber

Addressing HIV in the Black Community

On Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, Valerie Jarrett discusses challenges on addressing HIV/AIDS, as well as a new HIV/AIDS Strategy working to lower transmissions rates.

3:45 PM ET by Valerie Jarrett

President Obama to Honor Recipients of the 2012 Citizens Medal

The Citizens Medal is second-highest honor the President can bestow upon a U.S. citizen and this diverse group of achievers emphasize the principles of American intelligence, ingenuity, and integrity. Learn more about this year's recipients.

3:17 PM ET by Kasie Coccaro

February 7, 2013

The Schedule

In the morning, the President, the Vice President, and the First Lady will attend the National Prayer Breakfast at the Washington Hilton. The President will deliver remarks. This event is pooled press.

At 12:00 PM, the Vice President will swear in Mo Cowan as Senator of Massachusetts at the U.S. Capitol.

In the afternoon, the President will travel to Lansdowne, VA to deliver remarks at the House Democratic Issues Conference. The departure and arrival from the South Lawn are open press. The arrival and departure from the Leesburg Executive Airport Landing Zone in Leesburg, Virginia will have in-town travel pool coverage. The President’s remarks are pooled press.

All times ET
8:05 AM	The President, the Vice President, and the First Lady attend the National Prayer Breakfast; the President delivers remarks Washington Hilton Pooled Press (In-Town Travel Pool Gather 7:20AM – North Doors of the Palm Room)
10:00 AM	Off-Camera Press Gaggle by Press Secretary Jay Carney
11:15 AM	The President departs the White House en route Leesburg, Virginia South Lawn Open Press (Final Gather 10:55AM – North Doors of the Palm Room)
12:30 PM	The President arrives Leesburg, Virginia Virginia, Lansdowne Resort, Lansdowne Pooled Press
1:55 PM	The President departs Leesburg, Virginia Leesburg, Virginia Commonwealth University, Leesburg Executive Airport Landing Zone Travel Pool Coverage
2:20 PM	The President arrives the White House South Lawn Open Press (Final Gather 2:00PM – North Doors of the Palm Room)

In-Town Pool Call Time: 7:00 AM
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: FOX
Print: Dallas Morning News
Radio: Talk Radio

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West Wing Week: 02/08/13 or “What’s Up, Camera Man?”

7:27 PM ET by Adam Garber

President Obama Calls for Humility at the National Prayer Breakfast

President Obama discusses his faith at the National Prayer Breakfast.

3:37 PM ET by Matt Compton

February 6, 2013

The Schedule

In the morning, the President will attend the Senate Democratic Issues Conference at the Westin Annapolis Hotel in Annapolis, Maryland. This event is closed press. The departure and arrival from the South Lawn are open press. The arrival and departure from the Sherman Landing Zone at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland will have in-town travel pool coverage.

In the afternoon, the President will make a personnel announcement in the State Dining Room. This announcement is pooled press.

At 4:00 PM, the Vice President will administer the oath of office at a ceremonial swearing-in for Secretary of State John Kerry at the State Department. This event is open press and will be streamed live at http://video.state.gov/live. Media inquiries should be directed to the Department of State Office of Press Relations at (202) 647-2492.

At 7:30 PM, the Vice President will deliver remarks at the House Democratic Issues Conference in Leesburg, Virginia. The Vice President’s remarks are pooled for television and open to credentialed correspondents and photographers.

All times ET
9:50 AM	The President departs the White House en route Annapolis, Maryland South Lawn Open Press (Final Gather 9:20AM – North Doors of the Palm Room)
10:10 AM	The President arrives Annapolis, Maryland Sherman Landing Zone, U.S. Naval Academy Travel Pool Coverage (In-Town Travel Pool Gather 8:00AM – North Doors of the Palm Room)
10:30 AM	The President attends the Senate Democratic Issues Conference Westin Annapolis Hotel Closed Press
11:30 AM	Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney
12:25 PM	The President departs Annapolis, Maryland Sherman Landing Zone, U.S. Naval Academy Travel Pool Coverage
12:45 PM	The President arrives the White House South Lawn Open Press (Final Gather 12:20PM – North Doors of the Palm Room)
2:00 PM	The President makes a personnel announcement State Dining Room Pooled Press (Pre-Set 1:00PM—Final Gather 1:35PM—North Doors of the Palm Room)
4:00 PM	The Vice President administers the oath of office at a ceremonial swearing-in for Secretary of State John Kerry at the State Department State Department Open Press
7:30 PM	The Vice President delivers remarks at the House Democratic Issues Conference Virginia, Leesburg Pooled TV, Open to Correspondents

In-Town Pool Call Time: 7:45 AM
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: CNN
Print: Daily Caller
Radio: Sirius XM

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Keep Up to Date on President Obama's Immigration Proposal

Want to learn more about comprehensive immigration reform? Check out this new issue section.

5:46 PM ET by Cecilia Muñoz

President Obama Names Sally Jewell to Lead the Department of the Interior

In his remarks at the White House, the President also highlighted the accomplishments of outgoing Interior Secretary Ken Salazar

5:24 PM ET by Colleen Curtis

In Munich, Vice President Biden Highlights Transatlantic Relationship with European Allies

Vice President Biden travels to Europe to stress our strong cooperation with our allies there and highlighted our many joint accomplishments over the last four years.

12:36 PM ET by Megan Slack

February 5, 2013

The Schedule

In the morning, the Vice President and Dr. Biden will meet with U.S. Embassy staff and families in London. This event is closed press.

Afterwards, the Vice President will travel to 10 Downing Street. The Vice President’s arrival to and departure from 10 Downing Street are open press.

At 12:00 PM LOCAL TIME/7:00 AM ET, the Vice President will meet with British Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg. There will be a limited pool spray at the top of this meeting.

At 1:00 PM LOCAL TIME/8:00 AM ET, the Vice President will meet with British Prime Minister David Cameron and attend a working lunch meeting. There will be a limited pool spray at the top of this meeting.

Afterwards, the Vice President will attend a meeting of the United Kingdom National Security Council. This meeting is closed press.

In the morning, the President will receive the Presidential Daily Briefing in the Oval Office. This meeting is closed press.

In the afternoon, the President will continue his dialogue with outside leaders on a number of issues – including immigration reform and how it fits into his broader economic agenda, and his efforts to achieve balanced deficit reduction. The President will host two separate meetings at the White House, one with progressive and labor leaders and the other with business leaders. These meetings in the Roosevelt Room are closed press. Expected attendees include:

Progressive and Labor Leaders

Deepak Bhargava, Center for Community Change
Marshall Fitz, Center for American Progress
Wade Henderson, Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights
Marielena Hincapie, National Immigration Law Center
Deepa Iyer, NCAPA/SAALT
Ben Jealous, NAACP
Cristina Jimenez, United We Dream
Eliseo Medina, SEIU
Mee Moua, Asian American Justice Center
Janet Murguia, National Council of la Raza
Ali Noorani, National Immigration Forum
Arturo Rodriguez, United Farm Workers
Frank Sharry, America’s Voice
Rachel Tiven, Immigration Equality
Gustavo Torres, Casa de Maryland
Richard Trumka, AFL-CIO

Business Leaders

Lloyd Blankfein, Chairman and CEO, Goldman Sachs Group
Greg Brown, Chairman and CEO, Motorola Solutions
Steve Case, Chairman and CEO, Revolution LLC
Joe Echevarria, CEO, Deloitte LLP
Paul Jacobs, Chairman and CEO, Qualcomm
Muhtar Kent, Chairman and CEO, The Coca Cola Company
Klaus Kleinfeld, Chairman and CEO, Alcoa
Monica Lozano, CEO, Impremedia
Marissa Mayer, President and CEO, Yahoo!
Greg Page, Chairman and CEO, Cargill
Jeff Smisek, Chairman and CEO, United Continental
Arne Sorenson, President and CEO, Marriott International

The President will deliver a statement in the Brady Press Briefing Room. The President’s remarks will be open press.

Later in the afternoon, the President will meet with Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta in the Oval Office. This meeting is closed press.

In the evening, the Vice President and Dr. Biden will depart London, United Kingdom, en route Washington, DC.

All times ET
7:00 AM	The Vice President meets with British Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg Pool Spray at the Top
8:00 AM	The Vice President meets with British Prime Minister David Cameron and attends a working lunch meeting Pool Spray at the Top
9:45 AM	The President receives the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
11:00 AM	The President meets with progressive and labor leaders Roosevelt Room Closed Press
1:15 PM	The President delivers a statement Brady Press Briefing Room Open Press
1:25 PM	Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney
3:20 PM	The President meets with business leaders Roosevelt Room Closed Press
4:30 PM	The President meets with Secretary of Defense Panetta Oval Office Closed Press

In-Town Pool Call Time: 9:30 AM
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: CBS
Print: CQ
Radio: SRN

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President Obama Makes a Statement on the Sequester

President Obama explains that while our economy is headed in the right direction, looming automatic budget cuts will cost jobs and slow down our recovery.

3:00 PM ET by Megan Slack

Announcing the State of the Union White House Social

Apply today for a chance to join the White House social media team for the State of the Union.

12:48 PM ET by Kasie Coccaro

Announcing We the People 2.0 and a White House Hackathon

We're working towards Petitions 2.0, releasing an API, and inviting a small group to join us on February 22, 2013 for the White House Open Data Day Hackathon.

10:58 AM ET by Peter Welsch

Working to Counter Online Radicalization to Violence in the United States

A new inter-agency working group will be responsible for developing plans to implement an Internet safety approach to address online violent extremism, coordinating the federal government’s activities and assessing our progress against these plans, and identifying additional activities to pursue for countering online radicalization to violence.

10:02 AM ET by Quintan Wiktorowicz

Throw Your Hat in the Ring for Round 2 of the Presidential Innovation Fellows Program

The Presidential Innovation Fellows program recruits top innovators and entrepreneurs from the private sector for 6-12 month “tours of duty” in government to help develop innovative solutions in areas of national significance

9:00 AM ET by Todd Park and Steven VanRoekel

President Obama's Message to the People of Kenya

Kenya's upcoming elections represent a historic opportunity for Kenyans. In this video, President Obama encourages all Kenyans to stand together.

6:00 AM ET by Grant T. Harris

February 4, 2013

The Schedule

In the morning, the Vice President and Dr. Biden will meet with U.S. Embassy staff and families in Paris. This event is closed press.

Afterwards, the Vice President will travel to the Presidential Palace. The Vice President’s arrival to and departure from the Presidential Palace are open press.

At 1:00 PM LOCAL TIME/7:00 AM ET, the Vice President will meet with French President François Hollande. The Vice President and President Hollande’s statements at this meeting will be pooled press.

Later, the Vice President and Dr. Biden will depart Paris, France, en route London, United Kingdom.

In the morning, the President will depart the White House en route Minneapolis, Minnesota. The departure from the South Lawn and the arrival at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport are open press.

The Vice President and Dr. Biden’s arrival in London at London Stansted Airport at 4:15 PM LOCAL TIME/11:15 AM ET is open press.

While in Minneapolis, the President will visit the Minneapolis Police Department Special Operations Center to deliver remarks and discuss with local leaders and law enforcement officials his comprehensive set of commonsense ideas to reduce gun violence. Minneapolis is a city that has taken important steps to reduce gun violence and foster a conversation in the community about what further action is needed. President Obama will visit with members of the community about their experiences and discuss additional steps that can be taken at the federal level to reduce gun violence. There will be a pool spray of the President’s discussion with local leaders and law enforcement officials and the President’s remarks are open to pre-credentialed media.

In the evening, the President will depart Minneapolis, Minnesota en route Washington, DC. The departure from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport and the arrival on the South Lawn are open press.

All times ET
7:00 AM	The Vice President will meet with French President François Hollande Pooled Press
10:15 AM	The President departs the White House en route Joint Base Andrews South Lawn Open Press (Final Gather 9:55AM – North Doors of the Palm Room)
10:30 AM	The President departs Joint Base Andrews en route Minneapolis, Minnesota Joint Base Andrews Travel Pool Coverage (Pool Call Time 9:00AM – Virginia Gate)
11:15 AM	The Vice President and Dr. Biden arrive in London at London Stansted Airport London Stansted Airport Open Press
1:00 PM	The President arrives Minneapolis, Minnesota Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport Open Press
1:30 PM	The President participates in a discussion with local leaders and law enforcement officials Minneapolis Police Department Special Operations Center Pool Spray at the Top
2:30 PM	The President delivers remarks on a comprehensive set of commonsense ideas to reduce gun violence Minneapolis Police Department Special Operations Center Open to pre-credentialed media
3:35 PM	The President departs Minneapolis, Minnesota Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport Open Press
5:45 PM	The President arrives Joint Base Andrews Travel Pool Coverage
6:00 PM	The President arrives the White House South Lawn Open Press (Final Gather 5:40PM – North Doors of the Palm Room)