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November 14, 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 will travel to Cleveland, Ohio. The departure from the South Lawn and the arrival at Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport are open press.

While in Cleveland, the President will take part in a tour and deliver remarks on the economy at ArcelorMittal Cleveland. The President’s remarks are open to pre-credentialed media. There will be travel pool coverage of the President’s tour.

Later in the afternoon, the President will depart Cleveland en route Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The departure from Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport and the arrival at Philadelphia International Airport are open press.

While in Philadelphia, the President will participate in an event for the DSCC at a private residence. There will be print pool coverage for the President’s remarks only.

At night, the President will depart Philadelphia en route Washington, D.C. The departure from Philadelphia International Airport and the arrival on the South Lawn are open press.

All times ET
9:30 AM	The President and the Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
11:35 AM	The President delivers a statement on the Affordable Care Act Brady Press Briefing Room
1:00 PM	The President departs the White House en route Joint Base Andrews South Lawn Open Press Final Gather 12:40PM – North Doors of the Palm Room
1:15 PM	The President departs Joint Base Andrews Travel Pool Coverage Gather Time 12:00PM – Virginia Gate, Joint Base Andrews
2:25 PM	The President arrives Cleveland, Ohio Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport Open Press
2:30 PM	The Vice President delivers remarks to welcome new U.S. citizens at a naturalization ceremony Martin Luther King Jr. Center Open Press
2:55 PM	The President tours ArcelorMittal Cleveland Ohio, Cleveland, ArcelorMittal Cleveland Travel Pool Coverage
3:40 PM	The President delivers remarks ArcelorMittal Cleveland Open to pre-credentialed media
4:35 PM	The President departs Cleveland, Ohio Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport Open Press
5:30 PM	The Vice President attends an event for the Democratic National Committee Private Residence
5:45 PM	The President arrives Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Philadelphia International Airport Open Press
7:45 PM	The President delivers remarks Private Residence Print Pool
9:10 PM	The President departs Philadelphia en route Washington, D.C. Philadelphia International Airport Open Press
9:50 PM	The President arrives Joint Base Andrews Travel Pool Coverage
10:05 PM	The President arrives at the White House South Lawn Open Press Final Gather 9:45PM – North Doors of the Palm Room

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

Out-of-Town Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: FOX
Print: The Hill

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President Obama Speaks on Manufacturing in Ohio

President Obama speaks at a steel factory that has become a global leader in producing the advanced high-strength steel that automakers are demanding for newer, more fuel efficient cars and trucks.

7:03 PM ET by Megan Slack

2013 White House Tribal Nations Conference: Promoting Prosperous, Resilient Tribal Nations

The White House Tribal National Conference is an opportunity to connect tribal leaders across the country directly with President Obama and his Administration.

5:09 PM ET by Secretary Sally Jewell, Sally Jewell

President Obama Announces New Steps to Help Americans Receiving Insurance Cancellation Notices

President Obama announces that insurers can offer customers the option to renew their 2013 health plans in 2014, without change, allowing them to keep their plans.

2:25 PM ET by Megan Slack

November 13, 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.

Later in the morning, the President will meet with faith leaders in the Oval Office to discuss the importance of taking action to pass commonsense immigration reform. The Vice President will also attend. This meeting is closed press.

In the afternoon, the President will deliver remarks at the 2013 Tribal Nations Conference at the Department of Interior. The President’s remarks are open to pre-credentialed media.

Later, the President and the Vice President will meet with Secretary of State Kerry in the Oval Office. This meeting is closed press.

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

All times ET
10:05 AM	The President and the Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
10:50 AM	The President and the Vice President meet with Faith Leaders Oval Office Closed Press
1:15 PM	Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney
3:30 PM	The President delivers remarks at the 2013 Tribal Nations Conference at the Department of Interior Department of Interior Open to pre-credentialed media In-Town Travel Pool Gather 2:40PM – North Doors of the Palm Room
4:30 PM	The President and the Vice President meet with Secretary of State Kerry Oval Office Closed Press
5:15 PM	The President and the Vice President meet with Secretary of Defense Hagel Oval Office Closed Press

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

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President Obama Signs New EpiPen Law To Protect Children with Asthma and Severe Allergies, And Help Their Families To Breathe Easier

President Obama signs into law the School Access to Emergency Epinephrine Act, which will encourage schools to plan for severe asthma attacks and allergic reactions, and provide millions of families with greater peace of mind

5:17 PM ET by Valerie Jarrett

Driving Toward Greater Energy Security

In October, domestic oil production exceeded crude oil imports in for the first time since 1995, while petroleum net imports were the lowest since February 1991.

3:39 PM ET by Dan Utech

November 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.

Later in the morning, the President will meet with a group of tribal leaders ahead of his remarks at the Tribal Nations Conference on Wednesday. This meeting in the Roosevelt Room is closed press.

In the evening, the President and the Vice President will hold a meeting with Combatant Commanders and Military Leadership in the Cabinet Room. The First Lady and Dr. Biden will participate in a Joining Forces briefing and roundtable discussion with spouses of the Combatant Commanders and Senior Military Leadership. Following these meetings, the President will host a dinner in their honor with the Vice President, the First Lady and Dr. Biden in the Blue Room. The meetings and the dinner are closed press.

All times ET
11:00 AM	The President and the Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
11:45 AM	The President meets with tribal leaders Roosevelt Room Closed Press
12:30 PM	Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney
3:20 PM	The President announces his intent to nominate Timothy Massad as Chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) State Dining Room Pooled Press Pre-Set 2:00PM; Final Gather 3:00PM – North Doors of the Palm Room
5:30 PM	The President, The Vice President, the First Lady, and Dr. Biden meet with Combatant Commands and Military Leadership Cabinet Room Closed Press
7:00 PM	The President, the Vice President, First Lady, and Dr. Biden host a dinner for Combatant Commanders and Military Leadership Blue Room Closed Press

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

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The President’s Meeting with Senior Military Leaders

President Obama welcomes senior civilian defense and military leaders -- including all of Combatant Commanders – to an annual meeting and dinner at the White House.

8:23 PM ET by Stephen J. Flanagan

The First Lady on the Power of Education

Today, First Lady Michelle Obama and Secretary of Education Arne Duncan visited sophomores at Bell Multicultural High School in Washington, DC.

5:19 PM ET by Tina Tchen

President Obama Commemorates Veterans Day

On Veterans Day, the President honored those, past and present, who put on the uniform and put their lives on the line.

12:26 PM ET by Zara Rahim

November 11, 2013

The Schedule

On Monday, the President will host a breakfast to honor veterans and their families. The Vice President will also attend. This breakfast in the East Room is closed press. Later, the President will visit Arlington National Cemetery to participate in a wreath-laying ceremony and deliver remarks; the Vice President, First Lady and Dr. Jill Biden will also attend. The ceremony and the President’s remarks are open to pre-credentialed media.

All times ET
9:00 AM	The President hosts a breakfast to honor veterans and their families; the Vice President will also attend State Dining Room Closed Press
11:00 AM	The President participates in a wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery; the First Lady, the Vice President and Dr. Biden also attend Arlington National Cemetery Open to pre-credentialed media In-Town Pool Gather Time 10:00AM – 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: ABC
Print: Hearst Newspapers
Radio: CBS

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Honoring the Legacy of Immigrants Serving in the Armed Forces

The success of our military, and indeed, our nation as a whole, is rooted in the dynamism, courage and sacrifice demonstrated by generations of immigrants who have answered the call of duty.

3:15 PM ET by Tanya Bradsher

'Joining Forces' with You on Veterans Day

First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden pledge to continue the Joining Forces initiative until every veteran and military spouse who wants a job has one; until we reach every family affected by the unseen wounds of war; until every student veteran and military child gets the education they need; and until every community and every American shows their admiration and support for veterans and their families every single day.

12:54 PM ET by First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden

Veterans History Project: Help Tell the Story of Our Nation's Veterans

For the past 13 years, the Veterans History Project has been collecting the oral histories and personal documents of America’s war veterans, to ensure their stories are preserved in the Library of Congress so that future generations may better understand the realities of war.

10:30 AM ET by Jason Steinhauer

November 8, 2013

The Schedule

In the morning, the President will travel to New Orleans, Louisiana. The departure from the South Lawn and the arrival at Louis Armstrong International Airport are open press.

While in New Orleans, the President will visit the Port of New Orleans for an event on the economy. The President will receive a tour of the port and discuss the importance of taking measures to grow the economy and create jobs by increasing our exports. There will be travel pool coverage of the President’s tour. The President’s remarks are open to pre-credentialed media.

In the afternoon, the President will depart New Orleans en route Miami, Florida. The departure from Louis Armstrong International Airport and the arrival at Miami International Airport are open press.

The President will attend an event for the DNC in Coral Gables, Florida. This event is closed press.

In the evening, the President will deliver remarks at an event for the DSCC. There will be print pool coverage for remarks only.

At night, the President will deliver remarks at an event for the DSCC. There will be print pool coverage for remarks only.

The President will remain overnight in Miami.

All times ET
9:05 AM	The President departs the White House en route Joint Base Andrews South Lawn Open Press Final Gather 8:40AM – North Doors of the Palm Room
9:20 AM	The President departs Joint Base Andrews Travel Pool Coverage Gather Time 8:00AM – Virginia Gate, Joint Base Andrews
11:45 AM	The President arrives in New Orleans, Louisiana Louis Armstrong International Airport Open Press
12:15 PM	The President tours the Port of New Orleans Port of New Orleans Travel Pool Coverage
1:00 PM	The Vice President attends an event for the DCCC Baltimore
1:10 PM	The President delivers remarks Port of New Orleans Open to pre-credentialed media
2:10 PM	The President departs New Orleans, Louisiana Louis Armstrong International Airport Open Press
3:45 PM	The President arrives in Miami, Florida Miami International Airport Open Press
4:25 PM	The President attends a DNC event Private Residence Closed Press
6:20 PM	The President delivers remarks at a DSCC event Private Residence Print Pool Print Pool for Remarks Only
7:45 PM	The President delivers remarks at a DSCC event Private Residence Print Pool Print Pool for Remarks Only
8:00 PM	The Vice President delivers remarks at the Second Annual Louis L. Redding Benefit and Awards Hotel du Pont Open Press

In-Town Pool Call Time: 8:00AM
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: CNN
Print: Dallas Morning News
Radio: ABC

Out-of-Town Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: CNN
Print: McClatchy

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Weekly Wrap Up: “You Can Make it Here if You Try”

Weekly Wrap Up: Remarks on the Economy, Affordable Health Care for Texans, Business Leaders and Immigration Reform, Stanley Cup Champion Chicago Blackhawks, White House Tours Resume, Celebrating Diwali, and "Careers in Film Symposium."

6:30 PM ET by Alicia Oken

The First Lady Hosts the First White House Careers in Film Symposium for Students

This afternoon, First Lady Michelle Obama opened the doors of the White House to high school students from DC, New York, and Boston to partake in the first-ever White House Careers in Film Symposium.

5:39 PM ET by Zara Rahim

President Obama Talks Exports in the Big Easy

5:20 PM ET by Lindsay Holst

The Affordable Care Act: Making a Difference in our Neighborhoods

HHS announced new primary care sites in 236 communities for 1.25 million additional patients, made possible by the Affordable Care Act.

3:35 PM ET by Josh Earnest

VA Serves One Millionth Post-9/11 GI Bill Beneficiary

We congratulated the 1 millionth beneficiary of this landmark program, who is a great representative of the Post-9/11 Veteran generation; which has sacrificed so much for our country. This GI Bill program is just one small way our nation can say “thank you” to these men and women for their service.

3:01 PM ET by Allison A. Hickey

Nearly 3.4 Million Records Released

Today's record release brings the total number of records made public by this White House to nearly 3.4 million.

3:00 PM ET by Megan Slack

We the Geeks: "Don’t Be Bored, Make Something"

Join us and leading tinkerers, educators, and innovators on Tuesday, November 12th, at 2:00 pm EST for a “We the Geeks” Google+ Hangout, called “Don’t Be Bored, Make Something”.

2:32 PM ET by Randy Paris

Shining a Light on our Researchers, Doctors, Nurses, and Caregivers

Vice President Joe Biden and Dr. Jill Biden hosted the 2nd Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Reception, joined by survivors, caregivers, families, doctors, researchers, and advocates who have all been touched by breast cancer.

1:05 PM ET by Dr. Jill Biden

Insurance Companies Now Must Cover Mental Health Benefits at Parity with Medical Benefits

Insurance companies must cover mental health and addiction benefits at parity with medical and surgical benefits.

12:40 PM ET by Stefanie Feldman

The Employment Situation in October

Today we learned that total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 204,000 in October. America’s resilient businesses have added jobs for 44 consecutive months, with private sector employment increasing by a total of 7.8 million over that period.

10:08 AM ET by Jason Furman

November 7, 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 with Secretary of the Treasury Lew in the Oval Office. This meeting is closed press.

In the evening, the President will host cast and crew members of the movie Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom at the White House. This screening is closed press.

All times ET
12:15 AM	The President arrives Joint Base Andrews Travel Pool Coverage
12:30 AM	The President arrives at the White House South Lawn Open Press Final Gather 12:00AM – North Doors of the Palm Room
10:30 AM	The President and the Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
12:30 PM	Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney
1:30 PM	The President and the Vice President meet with Secretary of the Treasury Lew Oval Office Closed Press
6:00 PM	The President hosts a screening of Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom at the White House Family Movie Theater Closed Press

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

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West Wing Week: 11/08/13 or "Casual, With a Raffish Look"

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

3:32 PM ET by Adam Garber

The Truth About Artificial Trans Fats

The FDA releases its preliminary determination, consistent with science, that Partially Hydrogenated Oils -- the leading source of artificial trans fat -- are no longer “generally recognized as safe."

1:00 PM ET by Cecilia Muñoz

Investing in the Health of our Communities

The Obama administration announces new grants provided to communities under the Affordable Care Act that will help community health centers provide access to primary care services for nearly 1.25 million new patients.

11:45 AM ET by Cecilia Muñoz

To Dallas Health Care Volunteers: "Nothing Is Going to Stop Us from Getting This Done."

President Obama traveled to Dallas, Texas to meet with local volunteers who have been helping their neighbors enroll in affordable health insurance plans through the Marketplace.

9:48 AM ET by Lindsay Holst

Advance Estimate of GDP for the Third Quarter of 2013

During the third quarter, the economy grew at its fastest pace in a year, an indication that the recovery was continuing to gain traction in the months before the government shutdown. GDP growth was boosted by a positive contribution from consumer durables purchases, the continued recovery in the housing sector, and net exports.

9:30 AM ET by Jason Furman

November 6, 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 will travel to Dallas, Texas. The departure from the South Lawn as well as the arrival at Dallas Love Field are open press.

While in Texas, the President will meet with and thank local volunteers who are helping consumers learn about and enroll in quality, affordable health insurance plans through the Marketplaces. The President will visit Temple Emanu-El to join canvassers and navigators working with Dallas Area Interfaith, one of the most active groups in the community working on enrollment and outreach efforts. The President’s remarks will be pooled press.

In the evening, the President will attend two events for the DSCC. These events will be print pool coverage for remarks only.

All times ET
10:20 AM	The President and the Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
2:00 PM	The President departs the White House South Lawn Open Press Final Gather 1:40PM – North Doors of the Palm Room
2:15 PM	The President departs Joint Base Andrews Travel Pool Coverage Call Time 12:30PM – Virginia Gate, Joint Base Andrews
3:15 PM	The Vice President delivers remarks CSX Northwest Ohio Intermodal Terminal Open Press
5:10 PM	The President arrives Dallas, TX Dallas Love Field Open Press
5:40 PM	The President participates in an Affordable Care Act event Linz Hall, Temple Emanu-El Travel Pool Coverage
6:30 PM	The Vice President attends an event for the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee Cleveland
7:40 PM	The President delivers remarks at a DSCC Event Private Residence Print Pool
8:40 PM	The President delivers remarks and answers questions at a DSCC Event Private Residence Print Pool Print Pool Coverage for remarks only
9:45 PM	The President departs Dallas, TX Dallas Love Field Open Press

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

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

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What is the Employment Non-Discrimination Act? (ENDA)

The Employment Non-Discrimination Act, or ENDA, would provide strong federal protections against discrimination, making it explicitly illegal to fire someone because they are lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender (LGBT).

7:26 PM ET by Gautam Raghavan

San Antonio Mayor Julián Castro: Let's Stop Denying Texans Health Insurance Because of Politics

Under the Affordable Care Act, states can choose whether or not to expand Medicaid to cover more of its citizens. If Texas chose to expand, it would cover more than one million of citizens, and save the state's taxpayers $1.7 billion over the next decade in unpaid hospital bills.

3:15 PM ET by Secretary Julián Castro, Mayor Julián Castro

Your Chance to Weigh in on Debt Collection Practices

We’re issuing an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPR) —and what that means is that we are considering issuing rules for the debt collection industry, but first we want to hear from you so we can learn more about the debt collection system.

2:28 PM ET by Kelly Cochran and Scott Pluta

Chief of Staff Denis McDonough Discusses President Obama's Plan to Grow the Economy and Build a Strong Middle Class

Chief of Staff Denis McDonough addresses the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Meeting in Washington, D.C. and discusses the President’s plan to grow the economy and build a strong middle class.

12:50 PM ET by Amy Brundage

November 5, 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.

Later in the morning, the President will meet with top business leaders to discuss the importance of taking action to pass commonsense immigration reform to bolster US economic growth. The Vice President will also attend. There will be a pool spray at the top of this meeting.

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 travel to the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland, to visit with wounded service members. The President will also visit the Fisher House, a program that supports military families by welcoming them to stay at the House while their loved one receives specialized medical care. Both visits are closed press.

All times ET
10:15 AM	The President and the Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
11:30 AM	The President and the Vice President meet with Business Leaders Roosevelt Room Pool Spray at the Top Final Gather 11:00AM - Brady Press Briefing Room
12:30 PM	The President and the Vice President meet for lunch Private Dining Room Closed Press
12:30 PM	Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney
2:10 PM	The President departs the White House en route Bethesda, Maryland South Lawn Open Press Final Gather 1:50PM – North Doors of the Palm Room
2:30 PM	The President arrives at Bethesda, Maryland Travel Pool Coverage In-Town Travel Pool Gather 12:00PM – Stakeout Location
2:40 PM	The President visits the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center Bethesda Closed Press
4:15 PM	The President visits Fisher House Bethesda Closed Press
5:00 PM	The President departs Bethesda, Maryland en route the White House Travel Pool Coverage
5:10 PM	The President arrives at the White House South Lawn Open Press Final Gather 4:55PM – North Doors of the Palm Room
6:30 PM	The Vice President and Dr. Jill Biden host a reception commemorating Breast Cancer Awareness Month Naval Observatory Pooled Press For remarks at the top of the event

In-Town Pool Call Time: 9:00AM
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: NBC
Print: CS Monitor
Radio: Sirius XM

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The Time is Now: President Obama Meets with Business Leaders on Immigration Reform

In a meeting with the President and Vice President at the White House, a group of top U.S. business leaders discuss the importance of commonsense immigration reform to bolster U.S. economic growth, and improve the climate for business and job creation.

8:20 PM ET by Valerie Jarrett

First Lady Michelle Obama Celebrates Diwali at the White House

First Lady Michelle Obama welcomes guests to the White House for a Diwali celebration.

7:08 PM ET by Megan Slack

Surprise from the President and Mrs. Obama

President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama kicked off the resumption of East Wing and Executive Residence tours by surprising White House tour guests in the Blue Room.

5:01 PM ET by Kasie Coccaro

Comprehensive Immigration Reform: Survivors Can’t Afford to Wait

Domestic Violence Awareness Month has come to a close, but I want to make sure immigrant survivors are not forgotten by shedding light on the important ways in which sensible immigration reform that has already passed the Senate will protect victims and hold abusers accountable.

1:10 PM ET by Lynn Rosenthal

President Obama and the First Lady Surprise White House Tour Visitors

Experiencing the White House isn’t limited to those who are able to visit in person, check out all of the ways the Obama Administration offers unprecedented access to the People’s House to virtual visitors, and then check out ways to stay engaged with all that is happening at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue

10:45 AM ET by Kasie Coccaro

November 4, 2013

The Schedule

In the morning, the President and the Vice President will receive the Presidential Daily Briefing in the Oval Office. The President will then meet with senior advisors. These meetings are closed press.

In the afternoon, the President will welcome the five-time Stanley Cup Champion Chicago Blackhawks to the White House to honor the team and their 2013 Stanley Cup victory. This event in the East Room is open press.

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

In the evening, the President will deliver remarks at an Organizing for Action event and will deliver remarks and answer questions at an Organizing for Action dinner. The President’s first remarks are pooled for TV and open to pre-credentialed correspondents. There will be print pool coverage for the dinner remarks only.

All times ET
9:45 AM	The Vice President delivers remarks at a campaign event for Terry McAuliffe for Governor Virginia, Annandale Pooled TV, Open to Correspondents
11:00 AM	The President and the Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
11:45 AM	The President meets with senior advisors Oval Office Closed Press
12:45 PM	Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney
2:10 PM	The President honors the 2013 Stanley Cup Champion Chicago Blackhawks East Room Open Press Pre-set 11:30AM – Final Gather 1:40PM – North Doors of the Palm Room
4:15 PM	The President and the Vice President meet with Secretary of Defense Hagel Oval Office Closed Press
6:15 PM	The President delivers remarks at an Organizing for Action event St. Regis Hotel Pooled TV, Open to Correspondents In-Town Travel Pool Gather Time 5:15PM – North Doors of the Palm Room
7:20 PM	The President delivers remarks and answers questions at an Organizing for Action dinner St. Regis Hotel Print Pool Print Pool for Remarks Only

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

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President Obama Welcomes Stanley Cup Champion Chicago Blackhawks

President Obama welcomed the Stanley Cup Champion Chicago Blackhawks to the White House for the second time since he took office.

5:40 PM ET by Alicia Oken

Welcoming Katherine Archuleta, the First Latina Director of the Office of Personnel Management

Katherine Archuleta is sworn-in as the 10th Director of the Office of Personnel Management, the first Latina to serve as the Federal government’s personnel chief.

4:39 PM ET by Cecilia Muñoz

This Is What Getting Covered Sounds Like:

We all have a stake in helping as many people as possible get quality, affordable health insurance. Share your own experiences getting covered.

12:23 PM ET by Lindsay Holst

President Obama Speaks Out in Support of ENDA

In an op-ed published in the Huffington Post, the President speaks directly to the American people to ensure everyone understands what’s at stake and why it’s so important that Congress move forward on the Employment Non-Discrimination Act, or ENDA.

12:00 PM ET by Valerie Jarrett

Combating Corruption and Supporting Transition Countries’ Asset Recovery Efforts

Recovering and returning stolen assets denies corrupt actors the ability to enjoy the proceeds of their crime(s) and can provide governments with much needed funds to promote the welfare of ordinary citizens.

11:00 AM ET by Alyce Ahn

A Write API for We the People

We're developing a Write API that will allow individuals and organizations collect signatures from their own platforms and submit them to We the People, all without requiring users to visit our site.

9:58 AM ET by Ezra Mechaber

A Major Milestone in Our Effort to Eliminate Syria’s Chemical Weapons Program

The Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons announces it is now confident that no additional chemical agents or munitions can be produced in Syria.

9:14 AM ET by Elizabeth Sherwood-Randall

November 1, 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.

Later in the afternoon, the President will host Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki at the White House. The Vice President will attend. The visit will highlight the importance of the U.S.-Iraq relationship under the U.S.-Iraq Strategic Framework Agreement (SFA). The President looks forward to discussing with Prime Minister Maliki efforts to enhance cooperation in the fields covered under the SFA, and to coordinating on a range of regional issues. There will be a pool spray at the bottom of the meeting.

All times ET
10:30 AM	The President and the Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
11:00 AM	The Vice President and Valerie Jarrett meet with disabilities rights and veterans advocacy groups to discuss the Administration’s strong support for ratification of the Disabilities Treaty The White House
1:30 PM	Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney
2:10 PM	The President holds a bilateral meeting with Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki; the Vice President also attends Oval Office Pool Spray at the Bottom Final Gather 2:40PM - Brady Press Briefing Room

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

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Working to End Hunger in America

On November 1st, millions of Americans will feel the effects of an automatic cut to food purchasing assistance provided through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). President Obama has proposed an extension of pre-November funding levels in the 2014 budget.

7:58 PM ET by Valerie Jarrett & Cecilia Muñoz

Weekly Wrap Up: “Keep Moving Forward”

Weekly Wrap Up: Talking Health Care at Boston’s Faneuil Hall, SelectUSA Investment Summit, Swearing-In New FBI Director, Honoring former House Speaker Tom Foley, Visit to National Domestic Violence Hotline, Celebrating Halloween, White House Fall Garden Viewing and Sesame Street Encourages Fresh Food.

5:30 PM ET by Alicia Oken

Commonsense Conservation: We Owe It to Future Generations to Act

Secretary Sally Jewell spoke at the National Press Club to build out the Administration’s vision for conservation that will strengthen our economy and ensure that we pass along our nation’s rich legacy to the next generation – a path forward that includes balanced infrastructure and energy development, conservation and engaging youth on our public lands.

5:13 PM ET by Secretary Sally Jewell, Sally Jewell

Adele's Story: I Don't Have to Worry About Lifetime Limits on My Daughter's Health Care

Because of the Affordable Care Act, Adele's daughter, who was born with cerebral palsy, can never be denied coverage for her condition and will no longer be worried with the lifetime maximums that health insurers used to place on health benefits.

4:20 PM ET by Megan Slack

Vice President Meets with Disabilities Leaders on the Administration’s Strong Support for the Disabilities Treaty

Vice President Biden meets with the leaders of 20 disabilities and veterans advocacy groups at the White House to discuss the Disabilities Treaty, which will help ensure that Americans with disabilities enjoy the same opportunities as their fellow citizens to live, work, and travel overseas.

3:00 PM ET by Stephen Pomper

The White House Gleaming like a Jack-o’ Lantern

On Halloween, President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama welcomed local students and the children of military families to the White House for the annual Halloween celebration and trick-or-treating. Check out these White House Halloween recipes.

1:07 PM ET by Kasie Coccaro

Early Affordable Care Act Enrollment & The Massachusetts Experience

Massachusetts’s healthcare law, passed in 2006, served as a model for the Affordable Care Act, and the state’s experience during its first year of enrollment offers important lessons for what we can expect over the first six months for the ACA.

12:30 PM ET by Jesse Lee