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May 8, 2015

The Schedule

In the morning, the President will attend an event held at Nike headquarters to discuss how workers will benefit from progressive, high-standards trade agreements that would open up new markets and support high-quality jobs both for Oregon small businesses and large companies like Nike. The President will also make the case that strong bipartisan trade promotion legislation – introduced last month by Senators Ron Wyden and Orrin Hatch – is an important step to ensure our trade policy works for the middle class through strong enforcement provisions, transparency, and the requirement that our trade agreements include high-standards to bring greater opportunity to American businesses, level the playing field for American workers, protect the environment, and raise human rights and labor standards around the world. The President’s remarks are open to pre-credentialed media.

Afterward, the President will depart Portland, Oregon en route Watertown, South Dakota. The departure from the Oregon Air National Guard Base and the arrival at Watertown Regional Airport are open to pre-credentialed media.

In South Dakota, the President will deliver the commencement address for the graduating class at Lake Area Technical Institute. Lake Area Technical Institute is one of the top community colleges in the nation, and is recognized for rigorously preparing its students with the skills they need to compete in the 21st Century economy. With a two-year graduation rate more than twice the national average, Lake Area Technical Institute focuses on providing its graduates smooth pathways to high skilled careers with private-sector businesses. The President’s remarks are pooled for TV and open to pre-credentialed stills and correspondents.

Following these remarks, the President will depart South Dakota en route Washington, DC. The departure from Watertown, South Dakota is open to pre-credentialed media, and the arrival on the South Lawn is open press.

All times ET
12:15 PM	The President delivers remarks on trade Oregon, Nike Headquarters - Beaverton Open to pre-credentialed media
2:05 PM	The President departs Portland, Oregon Oregon Air National Guard Base - Portland Open to pre-credentialed media
4:50 PM	The President arrives Watertown, South Dakota Watertown Regional Airport - South Dakota Open to pre-credentialed media
5:30 PM	The President delivers a commencement address for the graduating class at Lake Area Technical Institute Watertown Civic Arena - South Dakota Pooled for TV; Open to Pre-Credentialed Still Photographers and Correspondents
6:50 PM	The President departs Watertown, South Dakota Watertown Regional Airport - South Dakota Open to pre-credentialed media
9:30 PM	The President arrives Joint Base Andrews Joint Base Andrews Travel Pool Coverage
9:45 PM	The President arrives the White House South Lawn Open Press Final Gather 9:20PM - North Doors of the Palm Room

In-Town Pool Call Time: 8:00PM
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: FOX
Print: Washington Times
Radio: Sirius XM

Out-of-Town Pool Call Time: 9:15AM PDT
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: FOX
Print: McClatchy

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Ending Youth Homelessness

Thanks to the extraordinary work of practitioners and volunteers across the country, we are learning what it takes to end youth homelessness.

8:02 PM ET by Luke Tate

"We've Got to Learn the Right Lessons": President Obama Explains His Vision on Trade at Nike

The President dropped by Nike headquarters to talk about the impact his trade deal -- the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) -- will have on American businesses, large and small.

6:38 PM ET by Tanya Somanader

West Wing Week: 05/08/2015 or, “Viva Los Estados Unidos!”

Welcome to the West Wing Week, your guide to everything that’s happening at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.

12:57 PM ET by Adam Garber

Email from Tom Hanks: "What Chabot College Did for Me"

Actor and filmmaker Tom Hanks recalls his time at Chabot College — a community college in Hayward, California. In his message to the White House email list, Tom explains how Chabot College made him who he is today, and why community college should be an option for more hardworking Americans.

12:29 PM ET by Lindsay Holst

What Community College Has Meant to This Class of 2015:

Hardworking students who are taking a strong step toward building a brighter future for themselves and their families are worth the investment. Just take a look at a few stories from Lake Area Tech's Class of 2015 to see why

10:01 AM ET by Lindsay Holst

Asked and Answered: A World War II Veteran Writes the President

Ernesto, a veteran of the Army Air Corps' 100th bombardment group during the Second World War, wrote a letter to President Obama to thank him for paying a visit to the Southwest -- and the President thanked him, in return.

9:45 AM ET by Galen Main

The Employment Situation in April

The economy added 223,000 jobs in April as the unemployment rate fell to 5.4 percent—the lowest since May 2008—and the participation rate ticked up.

9:30 AM ET by Jason Furman

Designing a Trade Deal with Small Business in Mind

The CEO of a small greeting card company in Portland, Oregon shares why she is standing up for the President's trade deal, the Trans-Pacific Partnership.

6:00 AM ET by Tess Darrow

Weekly Address: Honoring the 70th Anniversary of V-E Day

In this week’s address, the President honored the 70th anniversary of V-E Day.

6:00 AM ET by Tanya Somanader

May 7, 2015

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 will present the Commander-in-Chief Trophy to the United States Air Force Academy football team. This event in the East Room is open press.

Later in the afternoon, the President will travel to Portland, Oregon. The departure from the South Lawn is open press, and the arrival at Oregon Air National Guard Base is open to pre-credentialed media.

In the evening, the President will deliver remarks at a DNC event. There will be travel pool coverage of the President’s remarks.

The President will remain overnight in Oregon.

All times ET
10:00 AM	The President and the Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing The Oval Office Closed Press
2:10 PM	The President presents the Commander-in-Chief Trophy to the United States Air Force Academy football team East Room Open Press Pre-Set 12:15PM; Final Gather 1:45PM - North Doors of the Palm Room
3:15 PM	The President departs the White House South Lawn Open Press Final Gather 2:55PM - North Doors of the Palm Room
3:30 PM	The President departs Joint Base Andrews Joint Base Andrews Travel Pool Coverage Call Time 2:00PM - Virginia Gate
8:40 PM	The President arrives Portland, Oregon Oregon Air National Guard Base - Portland Open to pre-credentialed media
10:00 PM	The President delivers remarks at a DNC event Sentinel Hotel - Portland Travel Pool Coverage

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

Out-of-Town Pool Call Time: 2:00PM
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: CNN
Print: McClatchy

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President Obama Honors the Air Force Academy Fighting Falcons with the Commander-in-Chief’s Trophy

President Obama presents the U.S. Air Force Fighting Falcons with the Commander-in-Chief's trophy.

9:38 PM ET by Jenna Brayton

Trading on the Oregon Trail: What Small Businesses Are Saying About the TPP

From morning tea to a ride to work, Oregonians depend on small businesses—and in turn, these businesses depend on accessibility to world markets in order to expand and hire more employees.

4:25 PM ET by Chris Evans

"This Is My Heart Because You Haven't Visited South Dakota"

Eleven-year-old Rebecca has been waiting and waiting for President Obama to visit her home state for the last six years. Tomorrow, her wish will be answered.

2:02 PM ET by Tanya Somanader

Behind the Lens: Photographing the President in 50 States

To mark the President's visit to the 50th state I chose one photograph from each state that we’ve visited.

11:00 AM ET by Pete Souza

May 6, 2015

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 will have lunch with the Vice President in the Private Dining Room. This lunch is closed press.

All times ET
10:00 AM	The President and the Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing The Oval Office Closed Press
12:00 PM	Press Briefing by Press Secretary Josh Earnest James S. Brady Briefing Room
12:30 PM	The President and the Vice President meet for lunch Private Dining Room Closed Press

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

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From Community College to the White House: Meet These Three Staffers

On National College Signing Day, three White House staffers shared their story of attending community college and credited these institutions for helping them reach their fullest potential.

6:14 PM ET by Chris Evans

Email from DJ Patil: "How I Became Chief Data Scientist"

U.S. Chief Data Scientist DJ Patil explains why he thinks more Americans should have access to community college.

5:00 PM ET by Lindsay Holst

Meet the Teacher Who Wrote the President — and Then Found Herself Shaking His Hand:

In 2012, Tara was a recent graduate when she started working as a special education teacher in Georgia. This past fall, she sat down to write a letter to President Obama about the challenges she initially faced, and the rewarding profession she has grown into after three years in the classroom.

11:29 AM ET by Max Sgro

May 5, 2015

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.

Later in the morning, the President will make a personnel announcement in the Rose Garden. The President’s statement will be open press.

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

Later in the afternoon, the President will host a Cinco de Mayo reception in the East Room. There will be pooled press coverage of this event.

All times ET
11:00 AM	The President and the Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing The Oval Office Closed Press
12:00 PM	The President makes a personnel announcement Rose Garden Open Press Pre-Set 10:30AM; Final Gather 11:40AM - North Doors of the Palm Room
12:30 PM	Press briefing by Press Secretary Josh Earnest James S. Brady Briefing Room
4:15 PM	The President meets with Secretary of Defense Carter The Oval Office Closed Press
5:25 PM	The President hosts a Cinco de Mayo reception East Room Pooled Press Pre-set 3:45PM; Final Gather 5:00PM - North Doors of the Palm Room

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

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President Obama Nominates New Military Leadership: Generals Joe Dunford and Paul Selva

President Obama nominates a new Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman and Vice Chairman.

7:20 PM ET by Jenna Brayton

Building for the Future: A New Federal Guide to Infrastructure Planning and Design

The White House is convening the nation’s leading thinkers on infrastructure planning and design to highlight how projects like new roads and transit lines can be designed to foster economic opportunity and increase resilience to the impacts of climate change.

1:36 PM ET by Jeffrey Zients, Christy Goldfuss

It’s Teacher Appreciation Day. Here’s Who I’m Calling:

For Teacher Appreciation Day, I hope you’ll call up your favorite teacher and say thank you. Stop a teacher on their way in and shake their hand and give them a pat on the back.

11:58 AM ET by DJ Patil

May 4, 2015

The Schedule

In the morning, the President will travel to New York, New York. The departure from the South Lawn is open press, and the arrival at the John F. Kennedy International Airport is open to pre-credentialed media.

While in New York, the President will participate in a roundtable discussion with young people and deliver remarks at an event at Lehman College launching the My Brother’s Keeper Alliance, a new non-profit organization. There will be a pool spray at the bottom of the roundtable discussion, and the President’s remarks are pooled for TV and open to pre-credentialed stills and correspondents.

Later in the afternoon, the President will tape an appearance on the Late Show with David Letterman. There will be a stills only pool spray of this taping.

Afterward, the President will attend a DNC event followed by a DNC roundtable. There will be print pool coverage of the President’s remarks at the DNC event, and the roundtable is closed press.

Following these events, the President will depart New York City en route Washington, DC. The departure from John F. Kennedy International Airport is open to pre-credentialed media, and the arrival on the South Lawn is open press.

All times ET
10:45 AM	The President departs the White House en route Joint Base Andrews South Lawn Open Press Final Gather 10:25AM - North Doors of the Palm Room
11:00 AM	The President departs Joint Base Andrews Joint Base Andrews Travel Pool Coverage Call Time 9:30AM - Virginia Gate
12:00 PM	The President arrives New York John F. Kennedy International Airport Open to pre-credentialed media
1:30 PM	The President participates in a roundtable discussion Lehman College - New York City Pool Spray at the Bottom
2:35 PM	The President delivers remarks Lehman College - New York City Pooled for TV & Open to Pre-Credentialed Stills & Correspondents
4:20 PM	The President tapes an appearance on the Late Show with David Letterman Sullivan Theater - New York City Stills Only Pool Spray
6:15 PM	The President attends a DNC event Private Residence - New York City Print Pool For Remarks Only
8:15 PM	The President attends a DNC roundtable Private Residence - New York City Closed Press
10:00 PM	The President departs New York John F. Kennedy International Airport Open to pre-credentialed media
11:00 PM	The President arrives Joint Base Andrews Joint Base Andrews Travel Pool Coverage
11:15 PM	The President arrives at the White House South Lawn Open Press Final Gather 11:00PM - North Doors of the Palm Room

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

Out-of-Town Pool Call Time: 9:30AM
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: NBC
Print: Christian Science Monitor

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Expanding Opportunity Works

A group of private-sector leaders and other prominent private citizens have come together to form the My Brother's Keeper Alliance -- a new, independent non-profit that will work to expand opportunity for youth, strengthen the American workforce, and fortify the economic stability of communities across America.

11:28 AM ET by Broderick Johnson

May 1, 2015

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.

Later in the morning, the President will hold a roundtable with persecuted journalists to mark World Press Freedom Day. There will be a pool spray at the bottom of this roundtable in the Roosevelt Room.

All times ET
10:00 AM	The President and the Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing The Oval Office Closed Press
10:55 AM	The President holds a roundtable with persecuted journalists to mark World Press Freedom Day The Roosevelt Room Pool Spray at the Bottom Gather Time 11:35AM - Brady Press Briefing Room
1:00 PM	Press Briefing by Press Secretary Josh Earnest James S. Brady Briefing Room

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

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From Sherlock Holmes to The War of the Worlds: 13 E-Books Students Can Read For Free

Here are a few of the thousands of books that low-income students will have access to thanks to the President's Connect Ed initiative.

4:00 PM ET by Miranda Houchins

Week In Review: A State Dinner, An Anger Translator, and Books for Millions More Kids

From a humorous night at the White House Correspondence Dinner to a beautiful arrival ceremony and state dinner for the Prime Minister and First Lady of Japan, this was a busy week at the White House. Here are a couple highlights from the week.

1:30 PM ET by Chris Evans

Steps Since SOTU: Progress Safeguarding Student Data

During his 2015 State of the Union Address, the President said that Congress needed to pass legislation that better meets the growing threat of cyber attacks and identity theft. Yesterday, members of Congress took a first step to accomplish this.

11:44 AM ET by Jeffrey Zients

West Wing Week: 05/01/2015 or, “I Think That Works!”

Welcome to the West Wing Week, your guide to evertyhing that's happening at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.

11:11 AM ET by Adam Garber

On College Signing Day, First Lady Michelle Obama Asks Students to Reach Higher

The First Lady traveled to Wayne State University to attend the first-ever citywide Signing Day Celebration in Detroit, Michigan for the College Signing Day initiative in support of Reach Higher.

9:37 AM ET by Eric Waldo

April 30, 2015

The Schedule

In the morning, the President will travel to the Anacostia Library to participate in a live "virtual field trip" with middle school students. As a part of Discovery Education’s “Of the People" webinar series, students from around the country will join to discuss new efforts to strengthen learning opportunities by improving access to digital reading content and public libraries. The President’s remarks are pooled press. The entire event will be streamed live at http://go.wh.gov/books-for-all.

In the afternoon, the President will sign the bill S. 535 Energy Efficiency Improvement Act of 2015. There will be a pool spray of this signing in the Oval Office.

Later in the afternoon, the President will meet with members of the New Democrat Coalition. This meeting in the Cabinet Room is closed press.

All times ET
10:50 AM	The President participates in a live "virtual field trip" with students around the country Anacostia Library - Washington Pooled Press Final Gather 10:10AM - North Doors of the Palm Room
1:00 PM	Press Briefing by Press Secretary Josh Earnest James S. Brady Briefing Room
2:55 PM	The President signs the bill S. 535 Energy Efficiency Improvement Act of 2015 The Oval Office Pool Spray Gather Time 2:30PM - Brady Press Briefing Room
3:20 PM	The President meets with members of the New Democrat Coalition Cabinet Room Closed Press
7:00 PM	The Vice President delivers remarks at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy's Soref Symposium Gala Dinner Mandarin Oriental Open to pre-credentialed media

In-Town Pool Call Time: 9:30AM
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: ABC
Print: Talking Points Memo
Radio: WW1

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Harry Potter, Math Whiz, and Pencils: 3 Things You Didn’t Know About a Young President Obama

Here are three things the President shared about the power of reading and his life growing up that you may not know.

7:02 PM ET by Tanya Somanader

ConnectED: Open Books and Open Doors

4:20 PM ET by Megan Smith and Cecilia Muñoz

Healthy Aging Requires Livable Communities

Secretary Castro traveled to Cleveland, Ohio to speak at the fourth regional forum as part of this year’s White House Conference on Aging (WHCOA). The meeting brought together a wide variety of leaders to work on a common goal: addressing the changing landscape of aging.

11:54 AM ET by Secretary Julián Castro

April 29, 2015

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 will honor the 2015 National Teacher of the Year and finalists, thanking them for their hard work and dedication each and every day in the classroom. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan will also attend. This event in the Rose Garden is open press.

Afterward, the President will meet with Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi in the Private Dining Room for lunch. This meeting is closed press.

Later in the afternoon, the President will travel to the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland to visit with wounded service members. This visit is closed press.

All times ET
10:00 AM	The President and the Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing The Oval Office Closed Press
11:35 AM	The President honors the 2015 National Teacher of the Year and finalists; Secretary of Education Arne Duncan also attends Rose Garden Open Press Pre-Set 9:45AM; Final Gather 10:45AM - North Doors of the Palm Room
12:30 PM	The President meets with Democratic Leader Pelosi for lunch Private Dining Room Closed Press
1:00 PM	Press Briefing by Press Secretary Josh Earnest James S. Brady Briefing Room
3:20 PM	The President departs the White House en route Bethesda, Maryland South Lawn Open Press Final Gather 2:40PM - North Doors of the Palm Room
3:35 PM	The President arrives Bethesda, Maryland Maryland, Bethesda Travel Pool Coverage In-Town Travel Pool Gather 1:30PM - North Doors of the Palm Room
3:50 PM	The President visits the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center Maryland, Bethesda Closed Press
4:55 PM	The President departs Bethesda, Maryland en route Joint Base Andrews Travel Pool Coverage
5:10 PM	The President arrives the White House South Lawn Open Press Final Gather 4:50PM - North Doors of the Palm Room

In-Town Pool Call Time: 9:00AM
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: NBC
Print: Scripps Howard
Radio: VOA

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Email from President Obama: "My Fifth-Grade Teacher"

The President sent a message to the White House email list, highlighting the importance of having good teachers. He talked about the lasting influence of Ms. Hefty, his fifth-grade teacher, and asked readers to share their own education stories.

1:12 PM ET by Lindsay Holst

President Obama on Why Transparency Matters in Securing the Most Progressive Trade Deal in History

When it comes to the Trans-Pacific Partnership, President Obama has taken important steps to increase transparency of trade negotiations.

10:35 AM ET by Greg Nelson

Advance Estimate of GDP for the First Quarter of 2015

Economic growth in the first quarter was restrained by factors including tepid foreign demand and harsh winter weather. At the same time, households saved most of their gains from low energy prices, Over the past four quarters, the most persistent and stable components of GDP — consumption and fixed investment — have grown 3.3 percent. This trend complements the strong pace of job growth and unemployment reduction over the last year.

9:30 AM ET by Jason Furman

April 28, 2015

The Schedule

In the morning, the President and the First Lady will welcome Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and Mrs. Abe of Japan to the White House. The Vice President will also attend. The arrival ceremony on the South Lawn is open to pre-credentialed press. The deadline to request media credentials has passed.

Later in the morning, the President will hold a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Abe in the Oval Office; the Vice President will also attend. There will be a pool spray at the top of the meeting.

In the afternoon, the President will hold a joint press conference with Prime Minister Abe in the Rose Garden. The press conference is open to pre-credentialed press; the deadline to request media credentials has passed.

In the evening, the President and the First Lady will welcome Prime Minister Abe and Mrs. Abe at the North Portico. This arrival is open to pre-credentialed media. The deadline to request media credentials has passed. The President and the First Lady will then take the official photo with Prime Minister Abe and Mrs. Abe on the Grand Staircase. The photo is pooled press.

Later, the President and the First Lady will host a State Dinner in honor of Prime Minister Abe in the East Room. The Vice President and Dr. Jill Biden will also attend. The President and Prime Minister Abe will each give a toast. The toast remarks during the dinner are pooled press. Following the dinner, the President and the First Lady will attend the State Dinner reception with Prime Minister Abe and Mrs. Abe in the State Dining Room. There will be pooled press coverage of this event.

All times ET
9:00 AM	The President, the Vice President, and the First Lady welcome Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and Mrs. Abe of Japan to the White House South Lawn Open to pre-credentialed media Pre-set 7:30AM; Final Gather 8:30AM - North Doors of the Palm Room
10:00 AM	The President holds a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Abe; the Vice President will also attend The Oval Office Pool Spray at the Top Gather Time 9:50AM - Brady Press Briefing Room
12:00 PM	The President and Prime Minister Abe hold a joint press conference Rose Garden Open to pre-credentialed media Pre-set 11:00AM; Final Gather 11:40AM - North Doors of the Palm Room
1:30 PM	The Vice President and Secretary of State John Kerry host a lunch in honor of Prime Minister Abe The Department of State Pool Spray at the Top
7:00 PM	The President and the First Lady welcome Prime Minister Abe and Mrs. Abe North Portico Open to pre-credentialed media Pre-set 5:30PM - Final Gather 6:30PM - North Doors of the Palm Room
7:30 PM	The President and the First Lady take an official photo with Prime Minister Abe and Mrs. Abe Grand Staircase Pooled Press Gather Time 7:00PM - North Doors of the Palm Room
8:40 PM	The President and the First Lady attend the State Dinner with Prime Minister Abe and Mrs. Abe; the President and Prime Minister Abe each deliver a toast; the Vice President and Dr. Jill Biden also attend East Room Pooled Press Gather Time 8:20PM - North Doors of the Palm Room
10:10 PM	The President and the First Lady attend the State Dinner Reception with Prime Minister Abe and Mrs. Abe State Dining Room Pooled Press Gather Time 9:50PM - North Doors of the Palm Room

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

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In Photos: Four Years of Joining Forces

First Lady Michelle Obama shares photos from the past four years of the Joining Forces initiative. See all of the photos here.

9:12 PM ET by James Hobbs

Welcome to the U.S.: The Prime Minister of Japan’s State Visit

President Obama hosts the Prime Minister of Japan for an Official State Visit.

7:55 PM ET by Jenna Brayton

Accelerating Economic Mobility Through Promise Zone Partnerships

6:55 PM ET by Cecilia Muñoz, Luke Tate

President Obama on Freddie Gray’s Death: "This is Not New, and We Shouldn’t Pretend that It’s New."

President Obama offers his thoughts on the death of Freddie Gray and the situation in Baltimore.

4:08 PM ET by Tanya Somanader

April 27, 2015

The Schedule

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

All times ET
10:00 AM	The President receives the Presidential Daily Briefing The Oval Office Closed Press
11:00 AM	The Vice President swears in Loretta Lynch as U.S. Attorney General U.S. Department of Justice Pooled TV, Open to Correspondents
12:30 PM	Press Briefing by Press Secretary Josh Earnest James S. Brady Briefing Room
3:00 PM	The Vice President ceremonially swears in Danny Marti as the U.S. Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator The White House Closed Press