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July 23, 2016

The Schedule

No public schedule available at this time.

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Weekly Address: Protecting the Progress We’ve Made with Wall Street Reform

Senator Elizabeth Warren joined President Obama to discuss how far we've come since the financial crisis.

6:00 AM ET by Melanie Garunay

July 22, 2016

The Schedule

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

Afterward, the President will hold a bilateral meeting with President Enrique Peña Nieto of Mexico. There will be a pool spray at the top of this meeting in the Oval Office.

Later in the morning, the President will hold a press conference with President Enrique Peña Nieto of Mexico. This press conference in the East Room is open press.

All times ET
9:30 AM	In-Town Travel Pool Call Time
10:25 AM	THE PRESIDENT holds a bilateral meeting with President Enrique Peña Nieto of Mexico Oval Office Pool Spray at the Top Gather Time 10:05AM – Brady Press Briefing Room
11:45 AM	THE PRESIDENT and President Enrique Peña Nieto of Mexico hold a joint press conference East Room Open Press Pre-Set 10:45AM; Final Gather 11:15AM – North Doors of the Palm Room

In-Town Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: NBC
Print: The Hill
Radio: Talk Media News

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July 21, 2016

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 welcome the Kansas City Royals to the White House to honor the team and their 2015 World Series victory. This event in the East Room will be open press.

In the afternoon, the President will deliver remarks at an Eid al-Fitr reception at the White House. The President’s remarks in the East Room will be pooled press.

All times ET
10:00 AM	The President receives the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
11:50 AM	The President welcomes the Kansas City Royals to the White House East Room Open Press Pre-Set 10:45AM; Final Gather 11:25AM – North Doors of the Palm Room
4:30 PM	The President delivers remarks at an Eid al-Fitr reception East Room Pooled Press Pre-Set 2:15PM; Final Gather 4:15PM – North Doors of the Palm Room

In-Town Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: FOX
Print: Hearst
Radio: Sirius XM

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President Obama to Muslim Americans: "You're a Valued Part of the American Family"

This week, President Obama welcomed Muslim Americans of all backgrounds to an Eid reception at the White House.

8:00 PM ET by Melanie Garunay

The Kansas City Royals: Mentor First, Athlete Second

When the Kansas City Royals visit the White House on Thursday, the President will be celebrating their victories on and off the field.

9:18 AM ET by Dana Frayne

July 20, 2016

The Schedule

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 meet with Secretary of State Kerry. This meeting in the Oval Office is closed press.

Later in the afternoon, the President will deliver remarks at the White House Summit on Global Development at the Ronald Reagan Building. The President will bring together development leaders, public and private sector financing partners, civil society, diplomats, and entrepreneurs to mark our global progress and catalyze further development efforts. The President’s remarks are open to pre-credentialed media.

All times ET
9:30 AM	In-Town Travel Pool Call Time
10:00 AM	THE PRESIDENT receives the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
2:00 PM	THE PRESIDENT meets with Secretary of State Kerry The Oval Office Closed Press
3:35 PM	THE PRESIDENT delivers remarks at White House Development Day Ronald Reagan Building Open to pre-credentialed media In-Town Travel Pool Gather 2:30PM – North Doors of the Palm Room

In-Town Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: CNN
Print: The Guardian
Radio: SRN

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Preparing Our Nation for Extreme Heat

As a heat wave spreads across the United States, here are three things you need to know about extreme heat.

2:57 PM ET by Amy Pope

July 19, 2016

The Schedule

In the afternoon, the President will meet with Attorney General Loretta Lynch and FBI Director James Comey in the Oval Office. There will be a pool spray at the bottom of this meeting in the Oval Office.

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

All times ET
2:00 AM	The Vice President will tour the Taronga Zoo Pooled Press
4:30 AM	The Vice President will attend an official dinner hosted by Governor General Peter Cosgrove Governor General’s House Pool Spray at the Top
3:45 PM	The President meets with Attorney General Lynch and FBI Director Comey Oval Office Pool Spray at the Bottom Final Gather 4:00PM– Brady Press Briefing Room
4:45 PM	The Presidet meets with Secretary of Defense Carter Oval Office Closed Press
7:30 PM	The Vice President will tour the HMAS Adelaide at Sydney Harbor Pooled Press
10:00 PM	The Vice President will hold a meeting with Labor Party leader Bill Shorten Pool Spray
11:30 PM	The Vice President will hold a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull Commonwealth Government Building Pool Spray at the Top

In-Town Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: CBS
Print: Financial Times
Radio: NPR

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Read President Obama's Open Letter to America's Law Enforcement Community

The President: "Every day, you confront danger so it does not find our families … We recognize it, we respect it, we appreciate it, and we depend on you."

9:27 AM ET by Tanya Somanader

July 18, 2016

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 present the Medal of Honor to Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Charles Kettles, U.S. Army. Then-Major Kettles distinguished himself in combat operations near Duc Pho, Republic of Vietnam, on May 15, 1967 and is credited with saving the lives of 40 soldiers and four of his own crew members. This event in the East Room is open press.

All times ET
10:00 AM	The President receives the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
11:20 AM	The President presents the Medal of Honor to Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Charles Kettles, U.S. Army East Room Open Press Pre-Set 9:25AM; Final Gather 10:50AM – North Doors of the Palm Room

In-Town Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: ABC
Print: Dallas Morning News
Radio: FOX

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President Obama Awards the Medal of Honor to Lieutenant Colonel Charles Kettles

President Obama awards the nation's highest military decoration to retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel Charles Kettles.

10:31 AM ET by Melanie Garunay

July 17, 2016

The Schedule

No public schedule available at this time.

In-Town Pool Call Time: 10:30AM
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: NBC
Print: Daily Caller
Radio: CBS

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President Obama on the Attack on Law Enforcement in Baton Rouge

President Obama: "Today, on the Lord’s day, all of us stand united in prayer with the people of Baton Rouge"

2:52 PM ET by Tanya Somanader

July 16, 2016

The Schedule

No public schedule available at this time.

In-Town Pool Call Time: 10:30AM
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: FOX
Print: Daily Beast
Radio: AURN

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Weekly Address: Coming Together to Find Solutions

President Obama discusses the aftermath of tragedies we've seen in Dallas, Baton Rouge, and Minnesota, and reiterates that the country is not as divided as it may seem.

6:00 AM ET by Amanda Stone

July 15, 2016

The Schedule

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 host the Diplomatic Corps Reception in the East Room. The President’s remarks will be pooled press.

All times ET
10:00 AM	The President receives the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
3:10 PM	The President hosts the Diplomatic Corps Reception East Room Closed Press

In-Town Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: CNN
Print: CS Monitor
Radio: AP

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Unlocking the Promise of Broadband for All Americans

The Administration announces new wireless research efforts that will improve testing and research of advanced wireless technologies.

11:57 AM ET by Jason Furman, R. David Edelman

On the Attack in Nice, France

Here is the latest from President Obama and the Administration on the terrorist attack in Nice, France on July 14.

10:42 AM ET by Tanya Somanader

July 14, 2016

The Schedule

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 participate in a town hall hosted by ABC, where he’ll have the opportunity to engage directly with officers, parents, students, community leaders and families on trust and safety in our communities. There will be a pool spray of this taping.

All times ET
10:30 AM	The President receives the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
2:55 PM	The President participates in a town hall conversation hosted by ABC Studio Theater Pool Spray In-Town Travel Pool Gather Time 1:40PM – North Doors of the Palm Room