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August 19, 2014

The Schedule

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

In the afternoon, the President and Vice President will meet with members of the President’s economic team and senior advisors to receive an update on the economy. This meeting in the Roosevelt Room is closed press.

Later in the afternoon, the President will travel to Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts. The departure from the South Lawn and arrival to the Cape Cod Coast Guard Air Station are open press.

All times ET
10:00 AM	The President and Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
2:15 PM	The President and Vice President meet with members of the President’s economic team and senior advisors Roosevelt Room Closed Press
4:05 PM	The President departs the White House en route Andrews Air Force Base South Lawn Open Press Gather Time 3:45 PM - North Doors of the Palm Room
4:20 PM	The President departs Andrews Air Force Base en route Martha’s Vineyard Andrews Air Force Base Travel Pool Spray Call Time 3:00 PM – Virginia Gate, Andrews Air Force Base
5:30 PM	The President arrives Cape Cod, Massachusetts Cape Cod Coast Guard Air Station Open Press
5:50 PM	The President arrives Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts Travel Pool Coverage

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

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

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A Day in the Life: Austraberta from Houston

Secretary Tom Perez travels to Houston to meet with 71-year-old Austraberta Rodriguez, who has been a janitor for more than 30 years. This is a part of the “day in the life” visits Secretary Perez is making across the country -- a chance to talk directly with the people the Labor Department works for every day.

4:37 PM ET by Jared Benoff

August 18, 2014

The Schedule

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

Afterward, the President and Vice President will meet with members of the National Security Council to receive an update on Iraq. There will be a photojournalist spray at the top of this meeting in the Roosevelt Room.

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 meet with Attorney General Holder to receive an update on the situation in Ferguson, Missouri. There will be a photojournalist spray at the top of this meeting in the Oval Office.

Following his meeting with his national security team this morning and his meeting with Attorney General Holder this afternoon, the President will deliver a statement to provide an update on Iraq and the situation in Ferguson, Missouri. The President’s statement in the Brady Press Briefing Room is open press.

All times ET
10:00 AM	The President and Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
10:35 AM	The President and Vice President meet with members of the National Security Council to receive an update on Iraq The Roosevelt Room Pool Spray Final Gather 10:20 AM – Brady Press Briefing Room
12:30 PM	The President and Vice President meet for lunch Private Dining Room Closed Press
1:15 PM	The President meets with Attorney General Holder to receive an update on the situation in Ferguson, Missouri Oval Office Pool Spray Final Gather 1:00 PM – Brady Press Briefing Room
1:45 PM	The Vice President ceremonially swears in Julián Castro as United States Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Eisenhower Executive Office Building Pool Spray
4:00 PM	The President delivers a statement to provide an update on Iraq and the situation in Ferguson, Missouri Brady Press Briefing Room Open Press

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

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President Obama Provides an Update on the Latest in Iraq and Ferguson, Missouri

This afternoon at the White House, President Obama delivered a statement on the latest developments in Iraq and in Ferguson, Missouri — two issues he has been following closely each day.

7:56 PM ET by Tanya Somanader

The Vice President Swears In Julián Castro as New HUD Secretary

Vice President Biden ceremonially swears in former San Antonio Mayor Julián Castro as the new Secretary of Housing and Urban Development.

4:25 PM ET by David Hudson

From the Archives: Air Force One and Presidential Air Travel

The President of the United States must be ready to travel anywhere in the world on a moment’s notice. Fortunately, modern Presidents have access to a variety of transportation options, including flying aboard Air Force One. Take a look at the history of this iconic symbol of the presidency throughout the years.

11:14 AM ET by Susan K. Donius

August 11, 2014

The Schedule

On Monday, August 11, the President will attend a DSCC event at a private residence in Tisbury, Massachusetts. There will be print pool coverage for remarks only.

All times ET
4:45 PM	The President delivers a statement on the latest political developments in Iraq Martha's Vineyard Pooled Press
5:55 PM	The President delivers remarks and answers questions at a DSCC event Private Residence -- Massachusetts Print Pool

Out-of-Town Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: FOX
Print: Washington Post

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President Obama on the Passing of Robin Williams: "He Was One of a Kind"

President Obama releases a statement following the passing of legendary stand-up comedian and actor Robin Williams.

9:38 PM ET by Ezra Mechaber

President Obama Discusses the Latest Developments in Iraq

The President gives an update on the recent developments in Iraq, highlighting steps that Iraq is taking to form a new, inclusive government.

6:14 PM ET by David Hudson

Delivering a Customer-Focused Government Through Smarter IT

The Administration is launching the U.S. Digital Service -- a small team made up of our country’s brightest digital talent that will work with agencies to remove barriers to exceptional service delivery and help remake the digital experience that people and businesses have with their government.

1:50 PM ET by Beth Cobert, Steve VanRoekel, and Todd Park

Airstrikes in Iraq: What You Need to Know

The President takes no decision more seriously than the use of military force. So it’s worth taking a few minutes to make sure you understand exactly what is happening in Iraq right now, who is involved, and why we are taking action.

11:40 AM ET by Ben Rhodes

Summer Mailbag: Ask the White House Your Questions

In the spirit of making the White House more open and accessible, we're bringing back the Summer Mailbag edition of West Wing Week, where people across the country can ask the White House questions on social media. Ask your questions on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr, or Google+ using the hashtag #AskTheWH, and watch West Wing Week to find out if yours gets answered.

11:21 AM ET by Alex Wall

August 8, 2014

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 meet with Secretary of Labor Perez. This meeting in the Roosevelt Room is closed press.

In the afternoon, the President will meet with Secretary of Commerce Pritzker. This meeting in the Roosevelt Room closed press.

All times ET
10:00 AM	The President receives the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
11:30 AM	The President will meet with Secretary of Labor Perez The Roosevelt Room Closed Press
12:10 PM	The President will meet with Secretary of Commerce Pritzker The Roosevelt Room Closed Press
12:45 PM	Press Briefing by Press Secretary Josh Earnest Brady Press Briefing Room

In-Town Pool Call Time: 9:00 AM
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: ABC
Print: Politico
Radio: Talk Radio

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Weekly Wrap Up: Iraq, Africa, and 53 Years

This week, we talked about the imminent danger climate change poses to our world; the President made a statement on the crisis in Iraq; hosted the largest event that any U.S. President has ever held with African heads of state and government; and celebrated his 53rd birthday.

4:01 PM ET by Garrett Brinker

West Wing Week 8/8/14 or, “To the New Africa”

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

2:03 PM ET by Adam Garber

Chart of the Week: Number of Americans Applying for Unemployment Benefits Lowest Since 2006

As the economy moves forward, the number of people who are applying for unemployment insurance is dropping. Just this week, the four-week moving average of initial claims for unemployment benefits hit their lowest level since 2006.

10:13 AM ET by Tanya Somanader

August 7, 2014

The Schedule

In the morning, the President will travel to Fort Belvoir, Virginia to deliver remarks and sign H.R. 3230, the Veterans’ Access to Care through Choice, Accountability, and Transparency Act of 2014. The bill provides the Department of Veterans Affairs the resources to improve access and quality of care for veterans. The President’s remarks are open to pre-credentialed media; the deadline to RSVP has closed.

In the afternoon, the President will meet with senior advisors in the Oval Office. This meeting is closed press.

All times ET
11:20 AM	The President delivers remarks and signs H.R. 3230, the Veterans’ Access to Care through Choice, Accountability, and Transparency Act of 2014 Wallace Theater - Fort Belvoir Open to pre-credentialed media In-Town Travel Pool Gather 10:15AM – North Doors of the Palm Room
12:15 PM	Press Briefing by Press Secretary Josh Earnest Brady Press Briefing Room
4:00 PM	The President meets with senior advisors Oval Office Closed Press

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

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President Obama Makes a Statement on the Crisis in Iraq

In a statement addressing the current crisis in Iraq, President Obama announced that he authorized two operations in the country -- "targeted airstrikes to protect our American personnel, and a humanitarian effort to help save thousands of Iraqi civilians who are trapped on a mountain without food and water and facing almost certain death."

10:40 PM ET by David Hudson

President Obama Signs Bill to Give the VA the Resources It Needs

President Obama travels to Fort Belvoir, Virginia to sign the Veterans' Access to Care through Choice, Accountability, and Transparency Act of 2014 – a bill providing the Department of Veterans Affairs the resources to improve access and quality of care for veterans.

1:44 PM ET by Cameron Brenchley

August 6, 2014

The Schedule

In the morning, the President will deliver remarks and participate in the first Leaders Session of the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit, “Investing in Africa’s Future.” There will be pooled press coverage of this event at the State Department.

In the afternoon, the President will take an official family photo with leaders. There will be pooled press coverage of this photo.

Afterward, the President will participate in “Leaders Session Two: Peace and Regional Stability.” This event is closed press.

Later in the afternoon, the President will participate in “Leaders Session Three: Governing the Next Generation.” There will be pooled press coverage of this event.

Afterward, the President will hold a press conference. This press conference is open to pre-credentialed media.

All times ET
10:00 AM	The President delivers remarks and participates in Session One: Investing in Africa’s Future U.S. State Department Pooled Press In-Town Travel Pool Gather 9:15AM – North Doors of the Palm Room
12:05 PM	The President participates in a family photo with leaders U.S. State Department Pooled Press
12:30 PM	The President participates in Session Two: Peace and Regional Stability U.S. State Department Closed Press
2:00 PM	The Vice President delivers remarks at a meeting on legal access for unaccompanied immigrant children Eisenhower Executive Office Building Pooled Press
2:30 PM	The President participates in Session Three: Governing the Next Generation U.S. State Department Pooled Press
5:00 PM	The President holds a press conference U.S. State Department Open to pre-credentialed media

In-Town Pool Call Time: 9:00 AM
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: FOX
Print: NY Post
Radio: SRN

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President Obama Engages with African Leaders on Final Day of the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit

President Obama and African leaders take part in three action-oriented sessions as part of the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit in Washington, D.C.

9:50 PM ET by David Hudson

Join a Twitter Q&A on the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit

Join Ben Rhodes on August 7 at 2 p.m. ET for a Twitter Q&A on the Young African Leaders Initiative and the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit.

6:09 PM ET by Kori Schulman

August 5, 2014

The Schedule

In the morning, the President and 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 and participate in the U.S.-Africa Business Forum, a day of the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit focused on strengthening trade and financial ties between the United States and Africa. This event at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel is open to pre-credentialed media.

Afterward, the President and Vice President will meet with Secretary of Defense Hagel in the Oval Office. This meeting is closed press.

In the evening, the President and First Lady will host a dinner at the White House for African heads of state, and government and select guests. The Vice President and Dr. Biden will also attend. There will be pooled press coverage of this event on the South Lawn.

All times ET
8:45 AM	The Vice President holds a bilateral meeting with President Jacob Zuma of South Africa The Willard Hotel Closed Press
10:00 AM	The President and Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
11:00 AM	The Vice President holds a bilateral meeting with President Goodluck Jonathan of Nigeria The White House Closed Press
12:30 PM	The President and Vice President meet for lunch Private Dining Room Closed Press
12:30 PM	Press Briefing by Press Secretary Josh Earnest Brady Press Briefing Room
1:45 PM	The Vice President delivers remarks at the U.S.-Africa Business Forum Mandarin Oriental Hotel - Washington Open to pre-credentialed media
2:45 PM	The President delivers remarks and participates in the U.S.-Africa Business Forum Mandarin Oriental Hotel - Washington Open to pre-credentialed media In-Town Travel Pool Gather 1:45PM – North Doors of the Palm Room
3:15 PM	The Vice President ceremonially swears in Shaun Donovan as Director of the Office of Management and Budget Roosevelt Room Pool Spray Photojournalist spray
4:45 PM	The President and Vice President meet with Secretary of Defense Hagel Oval Office Closed Press
5:30 PM	The Vice President holds a bilateral meeting with President Moncef Marzouki of Tunisia The White House Closed Press
9:30 PM	The President and First Lady host a dinner; the Vice President and Dr. Biden also attend South Lawn Pooled Press Gather Time 9:00PM – 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: NY Daily News
Radio: NPR

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President Obama Speaks at the U.S.-Africa Business Forum

President Obama speaks to a crowd that includes 50 African leaders, at the U.S.-Africa Business Forum taking place in Washington, D.C. The Business Forum is part of the historic three-day U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit, which is the largest event any U.S. President has held with African heads of state and government.

7:55 PM ET by Garrett Brinker

U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit: Climate Change Makes Sustainable Development Crucial to Africa

Climate change poses serious challenges for Africa -- from extreme weather to sea level rise to drought. But building resilience to climate impacts and expanding clean energy resources will create opportunities across Africa, and help the continent continue its progress toward building sustainable, dynamic economies for decades to come.

4:03 PM ET by John Podesta

John Podesta: "The Cost of Inaction"

The wildfires in America's northwest provide further proof that cost of inaction on climate change is too high a price for Americans to pay.

1:55 PM ET by Tanya Somanader

August 4, 2014

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 meet with Secretary of the Treasury Lew. This meeting is closed press.

All times ET
11:00 AM	The President and Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
11:45 AM	The President meets with Secretary of the Treasury Lew Oval Office Closed Press
12:00 PM	The Vice President delivers remarks at the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit Civil Society Forum National Academy of Sciences Open to pre-credentialed media
12:45 PM	Press Briefing by Press Secretary Josh Earnest Brady Press Briefing Room

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

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Happy 53rd Birthday, President Obama!

President Obama is celebrating his 53rd birthday. In honor of the occasion, we put together our top 10 photos from the past year -- because we thought that means more than our "top 53."

7:02 PM ET by Garrett Brinker

Remembering James Brady: "A Legend at the White House"

President Obama and Vice President Biden offer statements on the passing of former White House Press Secretary James Brady.

5:35 PM ET by David Hudson

U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit: President Obama Welcomes an Historic Gathering to Washington

It’s an historic week in the nation’s capital as President Obama hosts the largest gathering of African heads of state and governments ever assembled by a U.S. President.

5:23 PM ET by Valerie Jarrett

Highlights from Dr. Biden's Trip to Africa

Dr. Jill Biden traveled to Africa on a visit to Zambia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Sierra Leone. The trip focused on how girls’ education and women’s participation in government, the economy, and civil society can accelerate economic development, improve health and educational outcomes, strengthen democratic governance, and foster peace and security.

9:49 AM ET by Sheila Nix

August 1, 2014

The Schedule

In the afternoon, the President will sign S. 517, Unlocking Consumer Choice and Wireless Competition Act, into law. There will be a stills only pool spray of this signing in the Oval Office.

All times ET
2:35 PM	The President delivers a statement Brady Press Briefing Room Open Press
3:45 PM	The President holds a bill signing Oval Office Pool Spray Stills Only Pool Spray (Final Gather 3:25PM – Brady Press Briefing Room)

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

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Questions and Answers on Ebola

The current Ebola outbreak is centered on three countries in West Africa: Liberia, Guinea, Sierra Leone, although there is the potential for further spread to neighboring African countries.

9:08 PM ET by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Weekly Wrap Up: Jobs, a VP #TBT, Iced Tea, and BBQ

This week, something happened that hasn't happened since 1997 (hint: it's about jobs), the Vice President participated in #ThrowbackThursday, the Press Secretary surprised a few folks by inviting them to dinner with the President, and the President strolled down Main Street, grabbing some iced tea, touring an antique watch shop, and chatting with local residents along the way. Check out what else you may have missed in this week's wrap up.

6:03 PM ET by Garrett Brinker

Digital Briefing: An Update from Ben Rhodes on Ukraine

In a video briefing from the West Wing, Deputy National Security Advisor Ben Rhodes provides an update on recent U.S. actions with regard to Ukraine and offers an overview of America's policy position.

5:44 PM ET by Adam Garber

The First Lady: Veteran Homelessness Is a “Stain on the Soul of This Nation”

First Lady Michelle Obama calls for an end to veteran homelessness during a speech at the National Alliance to End Homelessness Annual Conference in Washington, D.C.

1:59 PM ET by Cameron Brenchley

West Wing Week 08/01/14 or, “A Walk Down Main St.”

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

1:48 PM ET by Adam Garber

Answering the Public's Call

Jeff Zients and Sen. Patrick Leahy write about the importance of answering the public's call on cell phone unlocking.

12:28 PM ET by Jeffrey Zients, Senator Patrick Leahy

The Employment Situation in July

Total job growth exceeded 200,000 for the sixth straight month in July, the first time that has happened since 1997.

9:30 AM ET by Jason Furman

July 31, 2014

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.

Afterward, the President and the Vice President will meet with Members of Congress on foreign policy. There will be a photojournalist spray of this meeting in the Cabinet Room.

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

Afterward, the President will sign an Executive Order titled “Fair Pay and Safe Workplace” that will ensure that all hardworking Americans get the fair pay and safe workplaces they deserve. Specifically, the new order will require prospective federal contractors to disclose labor law violations and give federal agencies more guidance on how to consider labor violations when awarding federal contracts. This event in South Court Auditorium is open press.

Later in the afternoon, the President will deliver remarks at the Department of Housing and Urban Development. There will be expanded pool coverage of the President’s remarks.

In the evening, the President and First Lady will host “A Celebration of Special Olympics and A Unified Generation” at the White House to mark the anniversary of the Special Olympics. The President will deliver remarks in the East Room, and the President and the First Lady will attend a concert commemorating the Special Olympics in the State Dining Room. There will be pooled press coverage of this event.

All times ET
10:00 AM	The President and Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
10:55 AM	The President and Vice President meet with Members of Congress on foreign policy Cabinet Room Pool Spray Photojournalist Spray (Final Gather 10:35AM – Brady Press Briefing Room)
12:00 PM	Press Briefing by Press Secretary Josh Earnest Brady Press Briefing Room
12:30 PM	The President and Vice President meet for lunch Private Dining Room Closed Press
1:20 PM	The President delivers remarks and signs an Executive Order South Court Auditorium Open Press Final Gather 12:40PM – Stakeout Location
3:40 PM	The President delivers remarks The Department of Housing and Urban Development Pooled Press Expanded Pool (In-Town Travel Pool Final Gather 2:50PM – North Doors of the Palm Room)
7:25 PM	The President and First Lady host “A Celebration of Special Olympics and A Unified Generation”; The President delivers remarks East Room Pooled Press Pre-set 5:30PM; Final Gather 7:00PM – North Doors of the Palm Room
8:25 PM	The President and First Lady attend a concert commemorating the Special Olympics State Dining Room Pooled Press Pool Coverage at the Top (Final Gather 8:05PM – 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: Huffington Post
Radio: AP

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Raw Video: The President Takes a Walk Down Main Street

While visiting Parkville, Missouri, President Obama took a walk down Main Street (literally) — talking with residents and visiting some "mom and pop" shops along the way.

6:37 PM ET by Ezra Mechaber