http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/briefings en-us Press Briefings by the White House Press Secretary and other Administration officials. 5 No copyright Press Briefings by the White House Press Secretary and other Administration officials. The White House comments@whitehouse.gov http://www.whitehouse.gov/images/podcast-pb-150.jpg http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/briefings White House Press Secretary Tony Snow http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/11/20081120-2.html White House MS. PERINO: Hello, everyone. A special day here because our very own Terry Hunt came back for his last briefing, thankfully. We miss you very much. I'm glad you're here. Now that you're a big economic expert, I'm sure I'm in for a grilling -- (laughter) -- on that topic. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 11/20/2008 MS. PERINO: Hello, everyone. A special day here because our very own Terry Hunt came back for his last briefing, thankfully. We miss you very much. I'm glad you're here. Now that you're a big economic expert, I'm sure I'm in for a grilling -- (laughter) -- on that topic. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/11/20081120-2.pb.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 00:00:000 -0500 17:14 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/11/20081119-2.html White House MS. PERINO: Good morning. A couple of announcements for you. This morning the President and Mrs. Bush celebrated the reopening of the National American History Museum and viewed a naturalization ceremony as part of the occasion. I know I'm glad that it's back in business because I have a lot of out of town guests that love to see it and I'm sure you do, too. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 11/19/2008 MS. PERINO: Good morning. A couple of announcements for you. This morning the President and Mrs. Bush celebrated the reopening of the National American History Museum and viewed a naturalization ceremony as part of the occasion. I know I'm glad that it's back in business because I have a lot of out of town guests that love to see it and I'm sure you do, too. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/11/20081119-2.pb.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 19 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500 18:48 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/11/20081118-6.html White House MS. PERINO: Hello, everybody. A couple of announcements for you. As you just saw, the President spoke today about efforts to improve travel for all Americans during this busy holiday season. He announced an expansion of the Thanksgiving Express Lanes, which were utilized on the East Coast during last year's Thanksgiving season. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 11/18/2008 MS. PERINO: Hello, everybody. A couple of announcements for you. As you just saw, the President spoke today about efforts to improve travel for all Americans during this busy holiday season. He announced an expansion of the Thanksgiving Express Lanes, which were utilized on the East Coast during last year's Thanksgiving season. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/11/20081118-6.pb.pod.a.mp3 Tue, 18 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500 21:44 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/11/20081117.html White House MS. PERINO: A few announcements for you, if you can bear with me on this Monday morning. The President will be home soon, and so I'm sure you'll all go out to welcome him back. This afternoon in the East Room, the President and Mrs. Bush will present the 2008 National Medals of Arts and National Humanities Awards. And we'll get a list of names for you later on that. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 11/17/2008 MS. PERINO: A few announcements for you, if you can bear with me on this Monday morning. The President will be home soon, and so I'm sure you'll all go out to welcome him back. This afternoon in the East Room, the President and Mrs. Bush will present the 2008 National Medals of Arts and National Humanities Awards. And we'll get a list of names for you later on that. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/11/20081117.pb.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 17 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500 22:24 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/11/20081114-3.html White House MS. PERINO: Hello, everybody; good morning, Helen. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 11/14/2008 MS. PERINO: Hello, everybody; good morning, Helen. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/11/20081114-3.pb.pod.a.mp3 Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500 16:03 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/11/20081112-1.html White House MS. PERINO: Okay, hello. Before I begin, I would like to welcome two people to the briefing room. One, we're happy to welcome back Helen Thomas. We're glad to have you here. We missed you a great deal, and we'll let the sparring begin here in just an instant. (Laughter.) Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 11/12/2008 MS. PERINO: Okay, hello. Before I begin, I would like to welcome two people to the briefing room. One, we're happy to welcome back Helen Thomas. We're glad to have you here. We missed you a great deal, and we'll let the sparring begin here in just an instant. (Laughter.) http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/11/20081112-1.pb.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 12 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500 22:47 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/11/20081110-2.html White House MS. PERINO: Welcome. Okay, I have a couple of things for you and then I will go to questions. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 11/10/2008 MS. PERINO: Welcome. Okay, I have a couple of things for you and then I will go to questions. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/11/20081110-2.pb.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 10 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500 23:51 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/11/20081107-1.html White House MR. FRATTO: Good morning, everyone. You should have -- we just released a statement by the President on the economy, and it just should be hitting your boxes right now. And just to summarize what the President says: He notes that we are, of course, in the midst of a global financial crisis and tight credit markets, and this is having an impact on our economy and the global economy, and obviously on job creation. And what we're focused on here are the aggressive actions that we're taking to deal with the problems in the economy. He notes that in the weeks ahead we'll continue to implement the programs we have and work to return our economy to growth and job creation. Press Briefing by Tony Fratto - 11/7/2008 MR. FRATTO: Good morning, everyone. You should have -- we just released a statement by the President on the economy, and it just should be hitting your boxes right now. And just to summarize what the President says: He notes that we are, of course, in the midst of a global financial crisis and tight credit markets, and this is having an impact on our economy and the global economy, and obviously on job creation. And what we're focused on here are the aggressive actions that we're taking to deal with the problems in the economy. He notes that in the weeks ahead we'll continue to implement the programs we have and work to return our economy to growth and job creation. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/11/20081107-1.pb.pod.a.mp3 Fri, 07 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500 37:27 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/11/20081106.html White House MS. PERINO: Hi, everyone. I've got a couple of announcements for you. Just a reminder, in case you hadn't seen it, on September 9th, the President announced that as a result of security gains in Iraq, that he would continue the policy of "return on success," reducing American combat forces in Iraq as conditions on the ground continue to improve. Because of those continued improvements that have been proceeding at a very steady pace, violence is way down. And because the Iraqi security forces are growing in strength and numbers and competence and confidence every day, one of the brigades the President talked about on September 9th will be able to come home several weeks earlier than planned. U.S. soldiers from the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, the 101st Airborne Division, currently serving in Baghdad, will redeploy to Fort Campbell, Kentucky, in November. So they'll be home before the holidays. They were originally on a 15-month tour. That has been reduced to 13 months, and I'm sure those soldiers and families are excited. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 11/6/2008 MS. PERINO: Hi, everyone. I've got a couple of announcements for you. Just a reminder, in case you hadn't seen it, on September 9th, the President announced that as a result of security gains in Iraq, that he would continue the policy of "return on success," reducing American combat forces in Iraq as conditions on the ground continue to improve. Because of those continued improvements that have been proceeding at a very steady pace, violence is way down. And because the Iraqi security forces are growing in strength and numbers and competence and confidence every day, one of the brigades the President talked about on September 9th will be able to come home several weeks earlier than planned. U.S. soldiers from the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, the 101st Airborne Division, currently serving in Baghdad, will redeploy to Fort Campbell, Kentucky, in November. So they'll be home before the holidays. They were originally on a 15-month tour. That has been reduced to 13 months, and I'm sure those soldiers and families are excited. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/11/20081106.pb.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 06 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500 24:40 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/11/20081103.html White House MS. PERINO: Hi, everybody. I do not have anything to start with today, so I'll take your questions. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 11/4/2008 MS. PERINO: Hi, everybody. I do not have anything to start with today, so I'll take your questions. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/11/20081103.pb.pod.a.mp3 Tue, 04 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500 24:43 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081031-6.html White House MR. FRATTO: Good morning, everyone. First, a couple of announcements. On the Pakistan earthquake, the United States expresses its deep sympathies and condolences to the victims of the October 29th earthquake in Pakistan, and to their families. Through the U.S. Agency for International Development, the United States will provide an initial $1 million in assistance, and stands ready to provide further assistance as may be necessary. We'll continue to work with the government and people of Pakistan to help those affected by the earthquake cope with this tragic event. Press Briefing by Tony Fratto - 10/31/2008 MR. FRATTO: Good morning, everyone. First, a couple of announcements. On the Pakistan earthquake, the United States expresses its deep sympathies and condolences to the victims of the October 29th earthquake in Pakistan, and to their families. Through the U.S. Agency for International Development, the United States will provide an initial $1 million in assistance, and stands ready to provide further assistance as may be necessary. We'll continue to work with the government and people of Pakistan to help those affected by the earthquake cope with this tragic event. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081031-6.pb.pod.a.mp3 Fri, 31 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 34:48 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081030-4.html White House MS. PERINO: A couple of announcements, and then I have a special guest speaker. The President is currently at the FBI Academy, where he gave remarks at the graduation ceremony for FBI special agents. And then he's going to go over to the Marine Helicopter Squadron One Hangar, and he will thank the Marines and sailors for their service over the last eight years. Press Briefing by Press Secretary Dana Perino and Council of Economic Advisers Chairman Ed Lazear - 10/30/2008 MS. PERINO: A couple of announcements, and then I have a special guest speaker. The President is currently at the FBI Academy, where he gave remarks at the graduation ceremony for FBI special agents. And then he's going to go over to the Marine Helicopter Squadron One Hangar, and he will thank the Marines and sailors for their service over the last eight years. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081030-4.pb.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 30 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 35:42 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081029-4.html White House MS. PERINO: Hi, everybody. A couple of announcements for you. Right now the President is meeting with the President of the Kurdistan Regional Government, Masoud Barzani. And I'm sure they will discuss political, economic and security progress in Iraq, as well as improving governance and the importance of all the parties and the regions to continue working together. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 10/29/2008 MS. PERINO: Hi, everybody. A couple of announcements for you. Right now the President is meeting with the President of the Kurdistan Regional Government, Masoud Barzani. And I'm sure they will discuss political, economic and security progress in Iraq, as well as improving governance and the importance of all the parties and the regions to continue working together. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081029-4.pb.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 29 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 22:13 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081028-2.html White House MS. PERINO: Hello, everybody. Just one announcement for you. As you know, we've been talking to you about our process for the transition and the unprecedented measures that we're able to take because of the 2004 intel reauthorization bill. And so we're taking full advantage of that. Of course, it's in our economic interest and in our national interest to make sure that the transition is as smooth as possible. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 10/28/2008 MS. PERINO: Hello, everybody. Just one announcement for you. As you know, we've been talking to you about our process for the transition and the unprecedented measures that we're able to take because of the 2004 intel reauthorization bill. And so we're taking full advantage of that. Of course, it's in our economic interest and in our national interest to make sure that the transition is as smooth as possible. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081028-2.pb.pod.a.mp3 Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 22:58 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081027-1.html White House MS. PERINO: Hi, everybody. The President is meeting with the President of Paraguay right now and they'll have pool at the bottom. And then the President will make remarks tonight in honor of Theodore Roosevelt's 150th birthday. That celebration will be in the East Room tonight. And other than that, I don't have anything to start with. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 10/27/2008 MS. PERINO: Hi, everybody. The President is meeting with the President of Paraguay right now and they'll have pool at the bottom. And then the President will make remarks tonight in honor of Theodore Roosevelt's 150th birthday. That celebration will be in the East Room tonight. And other than that, I don't have anything to start with. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081027-1.pb.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 27 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 14:52 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081024-1.html White House MS. PERINO: Hello, everybody. A few things for you. The President is currently attending briefings at the National Security Agency. This visit is similar to the ones the President has done at the CIA, at the State Department and at other places. I expect he'll be doing that as much as he possibly can between now and the end. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 10/24/2008 MS. PERINO: Hello, everybody. A few things for you. The President is currently attending briefings at the National Security Agency. This visit is similar to the ones the President has done at the CIA, at the State Department and at other places. I expect he'll be doing that as much as he possibly can between now and the end. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081024-1.pb.pod.a.mp3 Fri, 24 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 16:52 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081023-2.html White House MS. PERINO: Good afternoon -- morning. Sorry I'm a little bit late, but I had the opportunity to go with the President to his meeting with the U.S.-Middle East Partnership Initiative. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 10/23/2008 MS. PERINO: Good afternoon -- morning. Sorry I'm a little bit late, but I had the opportunity to go with the President to his meeting with the U.S.-Middle East Partnership Initiative. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081023-2.pb.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 23 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 20:36 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081022-2.html White House MS. PERINO: Hello. I'll have an update for you on the economic issue -- issues in just a moment, but first let me just remind you that today, in about half an hour, the President will meet with President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, the President of Liberia, who he had a chance to see yesterday at the international development conference. This visit will provide an opportunity for the two leaders to discuss areas of ongoing cooperation, especially when it comes to Liberia's security sector, combating malaria, and improving the quality of education in Liberia. It's also an opportunity for the President to reinforce the United States' long-term commitment to assist Liberia in reconstruction and stabilization efforts. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 10/22/2008 MS. PERINO: Hello. I'll have an update for you on the economic issue -- issues in just a moment, but first let me just remind you that today, in about half an hour, the President will meet with President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, the President of Liberia, who he had a chance to see yesterday at the international development conference. This visit will provide an opportunity for the two leaders to discuss areas of ongoing cooperation, especially when it comes to Liberia's security sector, combating malaria, and improving the quality of education in Liberia. It's also an opportunity for the President to reinforce the United States' long-term commitment to assist Liberia in reconstruction and stabilization efforts. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081022-2.pb.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 22 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 16:21 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081021-2.html White House MS. PERINO: Hello. One thing for you, before I take questions. Today, in about two hours, the President will make remarks at the White House Summit on International Development. It will be at the Ronald Reagan Building. The President will make the keynote address and that will focus on the administration's core principles that have transformed the U.S. approach to international development by linking assistance with results. And this approach is producing historic, life-saving results for millions around the globe, and many of you have been with us on trips where we've seen that firsthand. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 10/21/2008 MS. PERINO: Hello. One thing for you, before I take questions. Today, in about two hours, the President will make remarks at the White House Summit on International Development. It will be at the Ronald Reagan Building. The President will make the keynote address and that will focus on the administration's core principles that have transformed the U.S. approach to international development by linking assistance with results. And this approach is producing historic, life-saving results for millions around the globe, and many of you have been with us on trips where we've seen that firsthand. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081021-2.pb.pod.a.mp3 Tue, 21 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 22:46 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081017-7.html White House MS. PERINO: Hello, happy Friday. A couple of things. Some of you may remember that during a visit to Estonia in November of 2006, the President announced a legislative initiative to extend the privilege of visa-free travel to the United States to the citizens of many of our closest friends and allies. Many of the changes the administration sought were enacted as part of the law that was passed, called The Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act Law of 2007. The President signed that about a year ago, in August 2007. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 10/17/2008 MS. PERINO: Hello, happy Friday. A couple of things. Some of you may remember that during a visit to Estonia in November of 2006, the President announced a legislative initiative to extend the privilege of visa-free travel to the United States to the citizens of many of our closest friends and allies. Many of the changes the administration sought were enacted as part of the law that was passed, called The Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act Law of 2007. The President signed that about a year ago, in August 2007. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081017-7.pb.pod.a.mp3 Fri, 17 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 13:37 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081016-3.html White House MS. PERINO: Hello, everybody. A couple of announcements. The President is currently attending meetings at the State Department. He is getting several briefings from State Department staff, including efforts in the war of ideas to combat extremist ideology. This is headed up by Jim Glassman, who used to be headed up by Karen Hughes. He will also get an update on actions promoting the freedom agenda, as well as update on non-proliferation activities worldwide. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 10/16/2008 MS. PERINO: Hello, everybody. A couple of announcements. The President is currently attending meetings at the State Department. He is getting several briefings from State Department staff, including efforts in the war of ideas to combat extremist ideology. This is headed up by Jim Glassman, who used to be headed up by Karen Hughes. He will also get an update on actions promoting the freedom agenda, as well as update on non-proliferation activities worldwide. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081016-3.pb.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 16 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 17:43 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081014-4.html White House MS. PERINO: Hello, everybody. A couple of things, and then I'll get up to the economy and then take your questions. First of all, the President just left to attend briefings at the Pentagon. This is a routine visit for the President to go and sit with his team over there. There will be a meeting in the Tank and you can expect he'll hear about progress being made in defense transition.* I'm sure he'll talk about Afghanistan, Iraq and other issues that are upon us. But he's not expected to make any statements upon leaving there. At 2:45 p.m., we'll have the Detroit Red Wings here in the East Room. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 10/10/2008 MS. PERINO: Hello, everybody. A couple of things, and then I'll get up to the economy and then take your questions. First of all, the President just left to attend briefings at the Pentagon. This is a routine visit for the President to go and sit with his team over there. There will be a meeting in the Tank and you can expect he'll hear about progress being made in defense transition.* I'm sure he'll talk about Afghanistan, Iraq and other issues that are upon us. But he's not expected to make any statements upon leaving there. At 2:45 p.m., we'll have the Detroit Red Wings here in the East Room. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081014-4.pb.pod.a.mp3 Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 23:59 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081009-4.html White House MS. PERINO: Okay, a couple of things for you. On the economy, in addition to the regular G7 meetings this weekend, Secretary Paulson also announced yesterday that the G20 finance ministers and central bank governors will meet this weekend. The financial crisis we're dealing with is global, affecting major economies, emerging market economies and developing economies. And so this larger meeting of the G20 will be important in making sure that a broader group of nations are coordinated in addressing challenges to the global financial system. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 10/09/2008 MS. PERINO: Okay, a couple of things for you. On the economy, in addition to the regular G7 meetings this weekend, Secretary Paulson also announced yesterday that the G20 finance ministers and central bank governors will meet this weekend. The financial crisis we're dealing with is global, affecting major economies, emerging market economies and developing economies. And so this larger meeting of the G20 will be important in making sure that a broader group of nations are coordinated in addressing challenges to the global financial system. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081009-4.pb.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 09 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 17:07 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081008-2.html White House MS. PERINO: A couple of announcements for you. This afternoon, Secretary Paulson will hold a press conference in advance of the meeting this Friday of the G7 finance ministers and central bank governors. It's at 3:00 p.m. Secretary Paulson will discuss the current coordinated actions amongst the G7 and other nations that they are taking to deal with stress in the global financial system. He will also discuss the -- sorry? Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 10/08/2008 MS. PERINO: A couple of announcements for you. This afternoon, Secretary Paulson will hold a press conference in advance of the meeting this Friday of the G7 finance ministers and central bank governors. It's at 3:00 p.m. Secretary Paulson will discuss the current coordinated actions amongst the G7 and other nations that they are taking to deal with stress in the global financial system. He will also discuss the -- sorry? http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081008-2.pb.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 08 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 21:43 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081007-3.html White House MS. PERINO: Hi, everybody. A couple of things to update to on. This morning, the President called British Prime Minister Gordon Brown, French President Nicolas Sarkozy; he just finished up a phone call with Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi, and we'll keep you updated -- Chancellor Merkel and President Bush speak often, and we'll give you an update on that when they speak again. In these conversations with our good allies and our friends, the President is discussing the various measures that the United States is taking to bring stability to the markets, as well as the importance for all countries to work together to coordinate our actions on finding solutions to the problems that are facing all of us. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 10/07/2008 MS. PERINO: Hi, everybody. A couple of things to update to on. This morning, the President called British Prime Minister Gordon Brown, French President Nicolas Sarkozy; he just finished up a phone call with Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi, and we'll keep you updated -- Chancellor Merkel and President Bush speak often, and we'll give you an update on that when they speak again. In these conversations with our good allies and our friends, the President is discussing the various measures that the United States is taking to bring stability to the markets, as well as the importance for all countries to work together to coordinate our actions on finding solutions to the problems that are facing all of us. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081007-3.pb.pod.a.mp3 Tue, 07 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 18:47 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081002-3.html White House MR. FRATTO: Good afternoon, everyone. I want to read something about a -- some legislation that was passed last night. I know a lot of people were focused on the financial rescue package, the emergency legislation that was passed in the Senate last night, and I'm sure we'll spend some time discussing that. Press Briefing by Tony Fratto - 10/02/2008 MR. FRATTO: Good afternoon, everyone. I want to read something about a -- some legislation that was passed last night. I know a lot of people were focused on the financial rescue package, the emergency legislation that was passed in the Senate last night, and I'm sure we'll spend some time discussing that. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081002-3.pb.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 02 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 28:30 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081001-4.html White House MR. FRATTO: Good morning, everyone. So, of course, you have the news that Majority Leader Reid made on the Senate floor last night, after he and the Minority Leader, Mitch McConnell, Senator McConnell, were able to get unanimous consent to consider legislation this evening on the financial rescue package. As I say, obviously we greatly appreciate the leadership of both leaders to modify this bill and be able to bring it to the floor -- and to modify it in a way that we believe significantly improves the chances of ultimately being passed by both chambers and finding its way to the President's desk. Press Briefing by Tony Fratto - 10/01/2008 MR. FRATTO: Good morning, everyone. So, of course, you have the news that Majority Leader Reid made on the Senate floor last night, after he and the Minority Leader, Mitch McConnell, Senator McConnell, were able to get unanimous consent to consider legislation this evening on the financial rescue package. As I say, obviously we greatly appreciate the leadership of both leaders to modify this bill and be able to bring it to the floor -- and to modify it in a way that we believe significantly improves the chances of ultimately being passed by both chambers and finding its way to the President's desk. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/10/20081001-4.pb.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 01 Oct 2008 18:15:28 -0400 30:09 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/09/20080930-1.html White House MR. FRATTO: Good morning, everyone. Just a couple things to note. The President we haven't given you a schedule for what the President will be doing on the next two days. I say at least for tomorrow, Thursday, the President I'm sorry, today is Tuesday. Press Briefing by Tony Fratto - 09/30/2008 MR. FRATTO: Good morning, everyone. Just a couple things to note. The President we haven't given you a schedule for what the President will be doing on the next two days. I say at least for tomorrow, Thursday, the President I'm sorry, today is Tuesday. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/09/20080930-1.pb.pod.a.mp3 Tue, 30 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 34:20 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/09/20080929-7.html White House MR. FRATTO: Good afternoon, everyone. Let me make a couple quick announcements and then we can get to questions -- and I'm sure questions of the day. Press Briefing by Tony Fratto - 09/29/2008 MR. FRATTO: Good afternoon, everyone. Let me make a couple quick announcements and then we can get to questions -- and I'm sure questions of the day. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/09/20080929-7.pb.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 29 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 28:53 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/09/20080926-11.html White House MS. PERINO: All right. I will have an update for you about the President's activities on the economy in a moment, so bear with me though, I have a couple of other things. The President at 2:05 p.m. today will have a secure video teleconference with PRT leaders, provincial reconstruction team leaders in Afghanistan, and President Karzai will join him for that. PRTs are helping to improve the lives of Afghan citizens, and they'll have a chance to hear about their progress. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 09/26/2008 MS. PERINO: All right. I will have an update for you about the President's activities on the economy in a moment, so bear with me though, I have a couple of other things. The President at 2:05 p.m. today will have a secure video teleconference with PRT leaders, provincial reconstruction team leaders in Afghanistan, and President Karzai will join him for that. PRTs are helping to improve the lives of Afghan citizens, and they'll have a chance to hear about their progress. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/09/20080926-11.pb.pod.a.mp3 Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 25:06 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/09/20080925-7.html White House MS. PERINO: Good morning. Very busy day at the White House. I'm going to give you a couple of points. The President had a meeting with the President of Lebanon earlier that you were there for. He also signed the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990 Amendments of 2008. He then met with the Orthodox Union Leadership to acknowledge the 110th anniversary of the Orthodox Union's founding, and wished the Jewish people a very happy New Year. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 09/25/2008 MS. PERINO: Good morning. Very busy day at the White House. I'm going to give you a couple of points. The President had a meeting with the President of Lebanon earlier that you were there for. He also signed the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990 Amendments of 2008. He then met with the Orthodox Union Leadership to acknowledge the 110th anniversary of the Orthodox Union's founding, and wished the Jewish people a very happy New Year. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/09/20080925-7.pb.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 25 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 25:00 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/09/20080919-8.html White House MS. PERINO: Good morning -- almost good afternoon. I have a quick statement for you. This morning you've heard from both the President and Secretary Paulson on the steps that are being taken to address the very serious concerns in our financial markets. As the President said, this is a pivotal moment for the U.S. economy. The President is concerned about the impact that the problems in the financial markets would have on all Americans, affecting their family finances and retirement accounts, their ability to get loans for homes, autos and educations, and for the ability of their workplaces to grow and create jobs. Press Briefing by Dana Perino, and Keith Hennessey, Director of the National Economic Council - 09/19/2008 MS. PERINO: Good morning -- almost good afternoon. I have a quick statement for you. This morning you've heard from both the President and Secretary Paulson on the steps that are being taken to address the very serious concerns in our financial markets. As the President said, this is a pivotal moment for the U.S. economy. The President is concerned about the impact that the problems in the financial markets would have on all Americans, affecting their family finances and retirement accounts, their ability to get loans for homes, autos and educations, and for the ability of their workplaces to grow and create jobs. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/09/20080919-8.pb.pod.a.mp3 Fri, 19 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 31:52 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/09/20080918-3.html White House MS. PERINO: Hello. You just heard from the President on the financial markets. Obviously that's priority number one here. But let me give you one other announcement for next week, a scheduling update, that President Bush looks forward to meeting with the new democratically elected President of Pakistan, Asif Ali Zardari, on Tuesday, September 23rd, in New York. The two leaders will discuss efforts to strengthen the bilateral relationship and build a long-term partnership based on common values. President Zardari, who carries on the legacy of former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto, and President Bush are expected to focus on cooperation in combating terrorism, strengthening the economy, and fostering democracy in Pakistan. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 09/18/2008 MS. PERINO: Hello. You just heard from the President on the financial markets. Obviously that's priority number one here. But let me give you one other announcement for next week, a scheduling update, that President Bush looks forward to meeting with the new democratically elected President of Pakistan, Asif Ali Zardari, on Tuesday, September 23rd, in New York. The two leaders will discuss efforts to strengthen the bilateral relationship and build a long-term partnership based on common values. President Zardari, who carries on the legacy of former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto, and President Bush are expected to focus on cooperation in combating terrorism, strengthening the economy, and fostering democracy in Pakistan. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/09/20080918-3.pb.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 18 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 18:30 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/09/20080917-5.html White House MS. PERINO: Hi, everybody. Let me do a couple updates here. President Bush is currently meeting with General David Petraeus, who departed earlier this week as the Commander of Multi-National Force in Iraq. General Petraeus has served this country admirably over the last 19 months in Iraq, and will continue to serve his country as the next Commander of U.S. Central Command, a post he will assume the end of October. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 09/17/2008 MS. PERINO: Hi, everybody. Let me do a couple updates here. President Bush is currently meeting with General David Petraeus, who departed earlier this week as the Commander of Multi-National Force in Iraq. General Petraeus has served this country admirably over the last 19 months in Iraq, and will continue to serve his country as the next Commander of U.S. Central Command, a post he will assume the end of October. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/09/20080917-5.pb.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 17 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 30:43 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/09/20080915-8.html White House MS. PERINO: Good afternoon. Obviously, one of the biggest stories of the day is what's happening in our financial market. Secretary Paulson has graciously given us some of his time today -- he doesn't have an endless supply of it, so please keep that in mind, and we'll try to let him answer as many questions as he can before he needs to go. And then I'll come back up and finish up the briefing. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 09/15/2008 MS. PERINO: Good afternoon. Obviously, one of the biggest stories of the day is what's happening in our financial market. Secretary Paulson has graciously given us some of his time today -- he doesn't have an endless supply of it, so please keep that in mind, and we'll try to let him answer as many questions as he can before he needs to go. And then I'll come back up and finish up the briefing. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/09/20080915-8.pb.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 15 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 21:34 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/09/20080910-1.html White House MS. PERINO: A couple of announcements for you. The President had his briefings this morning. He is also, this afternoon, going to be meeting with the President of Iraq, President Talabani. I expect them to discuss a number of important issues that are in front of the Iraqi parliament now, including the provincial elections law. They will also likely discuss the improved security situation on the ground, as well as the ongoing talks regarding the strategic framework agreement. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 09/10/2008 MS. PERINO: A couple of announcements for you. The President had his briefings this morning. He is also, this afternoon, going to be meeting with the President of Iraq, President Talabani. I expect them to discuss a number of important issues that are in front of the Iraqi parliament now, including the provincial elections law. They will also likely discuss the improved security situation on the ground, as well as the ongoing talks regarding the strategic framework agreement. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/09/20080910-1.pb.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 10 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 23:14 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/09/20080909-3.html White House MS. PERINO: Good morning. You just heard the President speak. Then he'll be going to lunch with the Secretary of the Interior and he'll meet some of the employees there, and then he will visit Walter Reed this afternoon. Scott Stanzel will be going on that trip with you, so check in with him if you have any questions on that. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 09/09/2008 MS. PERINO: Good morning. You just heard the President speak. Then he'll be going to lunch with the Secretary of the Interior and he'll meet some of the employees there, and then he will visit Walter Reed this afternoon. Scott Stanzel will be going on that trip with you, so check in with him if you have any questions on that. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/09/20080909-3.pb.pod.a.mp3 Tue, 09 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 23:14 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/09/20080908-4.html White House MS. PERINO: Good morning. The President will make remarks at 1:10 p.m. today on the South Lawn, on volunteerism; a word about that. After 9/11, President Bush called on all Americans to serve their communities, their nation, and the world. In his 2002 State of the Union address he announced the creation of USA Freedom Corps, and also called for every American to commit at least two years -- which is 4,000 hours -- to the service of their neighbors and their nation. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 09/08/2008 MS. PERINO: Good morning. The President will make remarks at 1:10 p.m. today on the South Lawn, on volunteerism; a word about that. After 9/11, President Bush called on all Americans to serve their communities, their nation, and the world. In his 2002 State of the Union address he announced the creation of USA Freedom Corps, and also called for every American to commit at least two years -- which is 4,000 hours -- to the service of their neighbors and their nation. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/09/20080908-4.pb.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 08 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 32:46 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/09/20080905-4.html White House MS. PERINO: Good morning. I have a few announcements for you. You saw the employment report released this morning, the loss of 84,000 jobs and an increase in the unemployment rate to 6.1 percent. There's no question that the labor market is not as strong as we'd like and these were disappointing numbers. We want to see the economy return to job growth and we understand that this is a difficult time for many Americans. We want everyone who wants to work to be able to find a job. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 09/05/2008 MS. PERINO: Good morning. I have a few announcements for you. You saw the employment report released this morning, the loss of 84,000 jobs and an increase in the unemployment rate to 6.1 percent. There's no question that the labor market is not as strong as we'd like and these were disappointing numbers. We want to see the economy return to job growth and we understand that this is a difficult time for many Americans. We want everyone who wants to work to be able to find a job. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/09/20080905-4.pb.pod.a.mp3 Fri, 05 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 18:33 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/09/20080904-2.html White House MS. PERINO: Good morning. As you know, President Bush has left for Camp David. He'll be there until Saturday morning. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 09/04/2008 MS. PERINO: Good morning. As you know, President Bush has left for Camp David. He'll be there until Saturday morning. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/09/20080904-2.pb.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 04 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 17:01 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/09/20080902-8.html White House MS. PERINO: We have a scheduling update. President Bush will address the GOP convention today, but from the White House. He'll do that from the Cross Hall in the 9:30 p.m. half hour. You'll have to call the convention and get the exact time on that. But he'll be able to address them today. It will be a shorter speech than was planned in the hall, but the entire convention is a little bit shorter. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 09/02/2008 MS. PERINO: We have a scheduling update. President Bush will address the GOP convention today, but from the White House. He'll do that from the Cross Hall in the 9:30 p.m. half hour. You'll have to call the convention and get the exact time on that. But he'll be able to address them today. It will be a shorter speech than was planned in the hall, but the entire convention is a little bit shorter. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/09/20080902-8.pb.pod.a.mp3 Tue, 02 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 17:55 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/08/20080829-11.html White House MS. PERINO: Hello. Happy Friday. Today Senator John McCain announced his vice presidential pick, Governor Sarah Palin of Alaska. The White House is energized and excited by this choice. President Bush called Governor Palin just before his meeting with President Kikwete of Tanzania. He said that the McCain-Palin ticket is very strong. He wished her good luck, told her that she will be a fantastic vice presidential candidate, and that he is looking forward to a great victory in November. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 08/29/2008 MS. PERINO: Hello. Happy Friday. Today Senator John McCain announced his vice presidential pick, Governor Sarah Palin of Alaska. The White House is energized and excited by this choice. President Bush called Governor Palin just before his meeting with President Kikwete of Tanzania. He said that the McCain-Palin ticket is very strong. He wished her good luck, told her that she will be a fantastic vice presidential candidate, and that he is looking forward to a great victory in November. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/08/20080829-11.pb.pod.a.mp3 Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 14:46 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/08/20080828-5.html White House MS. PERINO: Good morning. A couple of announcements. Welcome back, first of all. Look at this, we have a new podium that is actually my size -- (laughter) -- and I can see over the top of it. So hopefully that will be a good sign. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 08/28/2008 MS. PERINO: Good morning. A couple of announcements. Welcome back, first of all. Look at this, we have a new podium that is actually my size -- (laughter) -- and I can see over the top of it. So hopefully that will be a good sign. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/08/20080828-5.pb.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 28 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 17:45 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/08/20080814-4.html White House MS. PERINO: Good afternoon. I know it's very strange to be briefing this late, but it was due to the President's schedule. He had a very good day at the CIA with two briefings and then a chance to meet with many members of the CIA, many of the employees, many of the young employees. He spent about a little over two hours in the cafeteria shaking hands, signing autographs, talking with the employees there. And then he also, while he had lunch, sat with a table of -- a long table filled with employees who had just joined in the last four to five years -- so, since he's been President. So he very much enjoyed that. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 08/14/2008 MS. PERINO: Good afternoon. I know it's very strange to be briefing this late, but it was due to the President's schedule. He had a very good day at the CIA with two briefings and then a chance to meet with many members of the CIA, many of the employees, many of the young employees. He spent about a little over two hours in the cafeteria shaking hands, signing autographs, talking with the employees there. And then he also, while he had lunch, sat with a table of -- a long table filled with employees who had just joined in the last four to five years -- so, since he's been President. So he very much enjoyed that. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/08/20080814-4.pb.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 14 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 18:52 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/08/20080813-1.html White House MS. PERINO: Good afternoon. You heard from the President just about an hour ago. The President and his national security team are obviously very concerned about the state of Georgia and have been working intensively with our international allies to secure a cease-fire and to provide humanitarian aid to those in need. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 08/13/2008 MS. PERINO: Good afternoon. You heard from the President just about an hour ago. The President and his national security team are obviously very concerned about the state of Georgia and have been working intensively with our international allies to secure a cease-fire and to provide humanitarian aid to those in need. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/08/20080813-1.pb.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 13 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 23:50 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080730-2.html White House MS. PERINO: Good to see you. Earlier today, President Bush met with his Cabinet and spoke in the Rose Garden about the importance of addressing our nation's energy needs. And as you heard the President say, Democratic leaders in Congress need to stop standing between the American people and the vast energy resources we have here at home. And we believe they should allow a vote to expand exploration. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 07/30/2008 MS. PERINO: Good to see you. Earlier today, President Bush met with his Cabinet and spoke in the Rose Garden about the importance of addressing our nation's energy needs. And as you heard the President say, Democratic leaders in Congress need to stop standing between the American people and the vast energy resources we have here at home. And we believe they should allow a vote to expand exploration. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080730-2.pb.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 30 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 18:19 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080728-4.html White House MS. PERINO: Hello, everybody. A couple of things. The President is just finishing up a lunch right now with Prime Minister Gillani of Pakistan. They had a very good meeting -- I would describe it as a serious meeting -- one in which they spent most of the time talking about counterterrorism issues. The President reaffirmed his commitment to Pakistan for the aid that we provide. In addition, you will get a joint statement from the two leaders a little bit later this afternoon -- it's not quite ready yet. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 07/28/2008 MS. PERINO: Hello, everybody. A couple of things. The President is just finishing up a lunch right now with Prime Minister Gillani of Pakistan. They had a very good meeting -- I would describe it as a serious meeting -- one in which they spent most of the time talking about counterterrorism issues. The President reaffirmed his commitment to Pakistan for the aid that we provide. In addition, you will get a joint statement from the two leaders a little bit later this afternoon -- it's not quite ready yet. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080728-4.pb.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 28 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 21:19 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080724-11.html White House MS. PERINO: A special welcome to the Frattos. A couple of announcements, so bear with me here. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 07/24/2008 MS. PERINO: A special welcome to the Frattos. A couple of announcements, so bear with me here. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080724-11.pb.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 17:41 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080723-6.html White House MS. PERINO: Hello, everyone. I'll start off with two announcements. As you all know, there's a hurricane brewing in -- off the Gulf, actually hitting land now. The federal government has been working closely with the state of Texas to prepare for the hurricane called Dolly. We've been identifying resources and pre-positioning supplies in case they are needed after the landfall. And FEMA has deployed a couple of teams there and will have more information for you if you need it. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 07/23/2008 MS. PERINO: Hello, everyone. I'll start off with two announcements. As you all know, there's a hurricane brewing in -- off the Gulf, actually hitting land now. The federal government has been working closely with the state of Texas to prepare for the hurricane called Dolly. We've been identifying resources and pre-positioning supplies in case they are needed after the landfall. And FEMA has deployed a couple of teams there and will have more information for you if you need it. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080723-6.pb.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 23 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 16:24 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080722-3.html White House MS. PERINO: Good afternoon. A couple of announcements. This afternoon at 1:30 p.m., President Bush will make remarks at an event commemorating Colombia Independence Day. In addition to recognizing our shared history and the great strides in democracy and human rights by Colombia under President Uribe, the President will also highlight the need for Congress to bring the Colombia free trade agreement to a vote. This trade agreement would bring economic benefits to the United States and would support an important strategic ally in the hemisphere. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 07/22/2008 MS. PERINO: Good afternoon. A couple of announcements. This afternoon at 1:30 p.m., President Bush will make remarks at an event commemorating Colombia Independence Day. In addition to recognizing our shared history and the great strides in democracy and human rights by Colombia under President Uribe, the President will also highlight the need for Congress to bring the Colombia free trade agreement to a vote. This trade agreement would bring economic benefits to the United States and would support an important strategic ally in the hemisphere. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080722-3.pb.pod.a.mp3 Tue, 22 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 25:19 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080721-1.html White House MS. PERINO: Hello. Couple of announcements, then I'll take your questions. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 07/21/2008 MS. PERINO: Hello. Couple of announcements, then I'll take your questions. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080721-1.pb.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 26:59 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080716-4.html White House MS. PERINO: I just realized I have nothing to start with. (Laughter.) Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 07/16/2008 MS. PERINO: I just realized I have nothing to start with. (Laughter.) http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080716-4.pb.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 22:55 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080714-5.html White House MS. PERINO: Hello, everybody. First I'd like to spend a moment just sharing a word about our friend and former White House Press Secretary, Tony Snow. We appreciate all of the emails and outreach that you did to me and for Jill and the children this week -- this weekend, after we got the terrible news about his death on Saturday morning. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 07/14/2008 MS. PERINO: Hello, everybody. First I'd like to spend a moment just sharing a word about our friend and former White House Press Secretary, Tony Snow. We appreciate all of the emails and outreach that you did to me and for Jill and the children this week -- this weekend, after we got the terrible news about his death on Saturday morning. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080714-5.pb.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 14 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 25:40 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080710.html White House MR. FRATTO: Good afternoon, everyone. A couple things for you. General Petraeus and General Odierno -- we're expecting votes on the two generals on the floor this afternoon. I think we just heard it will be at 2:00 p.m. on the Senate. So, you know, very hopeful that the Senate will confirm both General Petraeus and General Odierno -- General Odierno as the new multinational force commander in Iraq, and General Petraeus as the commander of Central Command. Press Briefing by Tony Fratto - 07/10/2008 MR. FRATTO: Good afternoon, everyone. A couple things for you. General Petraeus and General Odierno -- we're expecting votes on the two generals on the floor this afternoon. I think we just heard it will be at 2:00 p.m. on the Senate. So, you know, very hopeful that the Senate will confirm both General Petraeus and General Odierno -- General Odierno as the new multinational force commander in Iraq, and General Petraeus as the commander of Central Command. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080710.pb.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 22:31 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080703-8.html White House MS. PERINO: Hello, everybody. Hello to my mom in the back, my mom and my sister -- friends. (Applause.) I don't usually get that reception in here. (Laughter.) Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 07/3/2008 MS. PERINO: Hello, everybody. Hello to my mom in the back, my mom and my sister -- friends. (Applause.) I don't usually get that reception in here. (Laughter.) http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080703-8.pb.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 03 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 26:11 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/06/20080630-2.html White House MS. PERINO: Hi. I don't have anything to start with. Sorry I'm late. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 06/30/2008 MS. PERINO: Hi. I don't have anything to start with. Sorry I'm late. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/06/20080630-2.pb.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 30 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 21:51 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/06/20080625-3.html White House MS. PERINO: Hello. One announcement for you. Tomorrow President Bush will deliver remarks at the Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives National Conference. During his speech he will highlight the Initiative's record of helping millions in need across the country and around the world. We are working on getting you excerpts that will be released later this afternoon. I have two, though, that I can give you now. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 06/25/2008 MS. PERINO: Hello. One announcement for you. Tomorrow President Bush will deliver remarks at the Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives National Conference. During his speech he will highlight the Initiative's record of helping millions in need across the country and around the world. We are working on getting you excerpts that will be released later this afternoon. I have two, though, that I can give you now. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/06/20080625-3.pb.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 25 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 22:42 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/06/20080624-1.html White House MS. PERINO: One announcement. President Bush continues to call on the Senate to swiftly clear the pipeline of all pending nominations. Currently there are 394 nominations pending in the Senate. These nominations cumulatively represent more than 50,000 days of missed opportunity in roles that are critical to our nation's security and prosperity. Most of these nominations are for military promotions, career promotions, or non-controversial appointments whose terms expire at the end of this administration. And before leaving for its 4th of July recess the Senate should fulfill its constitutional obligations to provide these pending nominees a fair up or down vote. The President believes it's time for the Senate to finally judge the President's nominees by their qualifications and not by the political calendar. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 06/24/2008 MS. PERINO: One announcement. President Bush continues to call on the Senate to swiftly clear the pipeline of all pending nominations. Currently there are 394 nominations pending in the Senate. These nominations cumulatively represent more than 50,000 days of missed opportunity in roles that are critical to our nation's security and prosperity. Most of these nominations are for military promotions, career promotions, or non-controversial appointments whose terms expire at the end of this administration. And before leaving for its 4th of July recess the Senate should fulfill its constitutional obligations to provide these pending nominees a fair up or down vote. The President believes it's time for the Senate to finally judge the President's nominees by their qualifications and not by the political calendar. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/06/20080624-1.pb.pod.a.mp3 Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 17:33 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/06/20080623-6.html White House MS. PERINO: Hello, everybody. I don't have anything to start off with, so -- Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 06/23/2008 MS. PERINO: Hello, everybody. I don't have anything to start off with, so -- http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/06/20080623-6.pb.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 23 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 17:53 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/06/20080618-7.html White House MR. FRATTO: Good afternoon. I just have just one quick announcement for you on a -- FEMA will be hosting a conference call this afternoon at 2:00 p.m. to talk about the federal response to flooding. This will be at 2:00 p.m, and if you just check in with FEMA and they'll get you the information for call-in and they'll tell you about the whole federal response to the region affected by the flooding. Press Briefing by Tony Fratto - 06/18/2008 MR. FRATTO: Good afternoon. I just have just one quick announcement for you on a -- FEMA will be hosting a conference call this afternoon at 2:00 p.m. to talk about the federal response to flooding. This will be at 2:00 p.m, and if you just check in with FEMA and they'll get you the information for call-in and they'll tell you about the whole federal response to the region affected by the flooding. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/06/20080618-7.pb.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 25:12 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/06/20080617-6.html White House MR. FRATTO: Good afternoon, everyone. A quick schedule update, announcement, and then we'll go to questions. Press Briefing by Tony Fratto - 06/17/2008 MR. FRATTO: Good afternoon, everyone. A quick schedule update, announcement, and then we'll go to questions. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/06/20080617-6.pb.pod.a.mp3 Tue, 17 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 23:23 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/06/20080606-7.html White House MS. PERINO: All right. Let me give you one update. The President called Swedish Prime Minister Fredrik Reinfeldt today. He wished him a happy Swedish National Day, and also thanked him for hosting a successful International Compact of Iraq meeting in Stockholm. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 06/6/2008 MS. PERINO: All right. Let me give you one update. The President called Swedish Prime Minister Fredrik Reinfeldt today. He wished him a happy Swedish National Day, and also thanked him for hosting a successful International Compact of Iraq meeting in Stockholm. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/06/20080606-7.pb.pod.a.mp3 Fri, 06 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 13:44 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/06/20080605-5.html White House MS. PERINO: Good morning -- afternoon. One quick announcement. President Bush wanted to thank Secretary Robert Gates and Secretary of Veterans Affairs James Peake today for participating in a groundbreaking of the National Intrepid Center of Excellence. This Center is a state-of-the-art facility that will treat American troops and veterans who are suffering from traumatic brain injury and psychological health issues. The project is being funded by the Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund, which provides assistance to our nation's military heroes who have been critically injured in the performance of duties. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 06/5/2008 MS. PERINO: Good morning -- afternoon. One quick announcement. President Bush wanted to thank Secretary Robert Gates and Secretary of Veterans Affairs James Peake today for participating in a groundbreaking of the National Intrepid Center of Excellence. This Center is a state-of-the-art facility that will treat American troops and veterans who are suffering from traumatic brain injury and psychological health issues. The project is being funded by the Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund, which provides assistance to our nation's military heroes who have been critically injured in the performance of duties. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/06/20080605-5.pb.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 05 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 18:10 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/06/20080604-6.html White House MR. HADLEY: Good afternoon. On Monday, the President and Mrs. Bush will travel to Europe to participate in the summit between the United States and European Union in Slovenia. They will also make bilateral stops in Germany, Italy, the Holy See, France, and the United Kingdom. Press Briefing by National Security Advisor Stephen Hadley on the President's Trip to Europe MR. HADLEY: Good afternoon. On Monday, the President and Mrs. Bush will travel to Europe to participate in the summit between the United States and European Union in Slovenia. They will also make bilateral stops in Germany, Italy, the Holy See, France, and the United Kingdom. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/06/20080604-6.pb.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 04 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 27:33 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/06/20080602-7.html White House MS. PERINO: A quick announcement: The President met this morning with a group of preeminent economists to highlight the passage of two tax cuts that have proven to help lift our economy out of recession in 2001, and following the economic slowdown after the 9/11 attacks. Those tax cuts led to a long period of economic growth and to the longest unbroken run of job growth on record, which was 52 consecutive months, and only recently ended when we started experiencing the slowdown in the housing market and in the high energy prices that we continue to experience. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 06/2/2008 MS. PERINO: A quick announcement: The President met this morning with a group of preeminent economists to highlight the passage of two tax cuts that have proven to help lift our economy out of recession in 2001, and following the economic slowdown after the 9/11 attacks. Those tax cuts led to a long period of economic growth and to the longest unbroken run of job growth on record, which was 52 consecutive months, and only recently ended when we started experiencing the slowdown in the housing market and in the high energy prices that we continue to experience. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/06/20080602-7.pb.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 14:18 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080530-3.html White House MS. PERINO: Okay, I've got two things for you -- I said I would have the radio address preview and tomorrow's commencement address. In this week's radio address the President will outline several important legislative matters pending in front of Congress and note the dwindling number of days they have left in session to get this work done. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 05/30/2008 MS. PERINO: Okay, I've got two things for you -- I said I would have the radio address preview and tomorrow's commencement address. In this week's radio address the President will outline several important legislative matters pending in front of Congress and note the dwindling number of days they have left in session to get this work done. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080530-3.pb.pod.a.mp3 Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 21:07 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080521-10.html White House MS. PERINO: Hello. I have one announcement. First of all, we wish Deb Riechmann a happy birthday. (Applause.) So I guess I have two announcements. Press Briefing by Dana Perino and OMB Director Jim Nussle - 05/21/2008 MS. PERINO: Hello. I have one announcement. First of all, we wish Deb Riechmann a happy birthday. (Applause.) So I guess I have two announcements. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080521-10.pb.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 21 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 31:06 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080520-5.html White House MS. PERINO: Hello. I do not have anything to lead off with, so questions? Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 05/20/2008 MS. PERINO: Hello. I do not have anything to lead off with, so questions? http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080520-5.pb.pod.a.mp3 Tue, 20 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 16:38 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080519-2.html White House MR. STANZEL: Good afternoon, everyone; let's go right to questions. Press Briefing by Scott Stanzel - 05/19/2008 MR. STANZEL: Good afternoon, everyone; let's go right to questions. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080519-2.pb.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 19 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 22:51 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080512-3.html White House MS. PERINO: Hello. A couple of announcements. First of all, President Bush called Russian President Medvedev today to congratulate him on his inauguration. The two leaders underscored the importance of the U.S.-Russia relationship, and they look forward to working together, with the recent Sochi agreement being used as a basis for future cooperation. They discussed briefly the recent 123 Agreement regarding nuclear energy that was signed last week in Moscow. And President Bush raised his concerns about the situation in Georgia, and hope that all sides were working to reduce tensions. The two Presidents said they look forward to seeing each other at the G8 in Japan. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 05/11/2008 MS. PERINO: Hello. A couple of announcements. First of all, President Bush called Russian President Medvedev today to congratulate him on his inauguration. The two leaders underscored the importance of the U.S.-Russia relationship, and they look forward to working together, with the recent Sochi agreement being used as a basis for future cooperation. They discussed briefly the recent 123 Agreement regarding nuclear energy that was signed last week in Moscow. And President Bush raised his concerns about the situation in Georgia, and hope that all sides were working to reduce tensions. The two Presidents said they look forward to seeing each other at the G8 in Japan. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080512-3.pb.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 12 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 21:49 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080506-6.html White House MS. PERINO: Hi, how is everybody? Two announcements for you. First of all, the President is pleased that the U.S.-Russian Agreement for Cooperation in the Field of Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy -- also known as a 123 Agreement -- was signed today in Moscow, Russia. The conclusion of this agreement, which advances U.S.-Russia non-proliferation and civil nuclear energy cooperation goals, has been a priority for both President Bush and President Putin. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 05/6/2008 MS. PERINO: Hi, how is everybody? Two announcements for you. First of all, the President is pleased that the U.S.-Russian Agreement for Cooperation in the Field of Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy -- also known as a 123 Agreement -- was signed today in Moscow, Russia. The conclusion of this agreement, which advances U.S.-Russia non-proliferation and civil nuclear energy cooperation goals, has been a priority for both President Bush and President Putin. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080506-6.pb.pod.a.mp3 Tue, 06 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 21:32 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080505-4.html White House MR. STANZEL: Good afternoon. I have one brief announcement and then I'll take your questions. Press Briefing by Scott Stanzel - 05/5/2008 MR. STANZEL: Good afternoon. I have one brief announcement and then I'll take your questions. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080505-4.pb.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 05 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 22:06 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080501-3.html White House MR. FRATTO: Good afternoon, everyone. I actually have nothing to lead off with, so we can go straight to questions. Terry, you ready? Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 05/1/2008 MR. FRATTO: Good afternoon, everyone. I actually have nothing to lead off with, so we can go straight to questions. Terry, you ready? http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080501-3.pb.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 21:49 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080430-5.html White House MS. PERINO: Good morning. One quick statement. This morning the Commerce Department gave its first estimate on first quarter GDP. They estimate that the economy grew by 0.6 percent in the first quarter. This represents a small but positive growth in the United States economy, and it is about what you have heard us say we were expecting in this quarter. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 04/30/2008 MS. PERINO: Good morning. One quick statement. This morning the Commerce Department gave its first estimate on first quarter GDP. They estimate that the economy grew by 0.6 percent in the first quarter. This represents a small but positive growth in the United States economy, and it is about what you have heard us say we were expecting in this quarter. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080430-5.pb.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 30 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 19:41 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080428-4.html White House MS. PERINO: A couple of announcements. As I mentioned last week, the President will travel to St. Louis, Missouri this Friday; the topic will be on the economy, and then more details to come on locations and logistics. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 04/28/2008 MS. PERINO: A couple of announcements. As I mentioned last week, the President will travel to St. Louis, Missouri this Friday; the topic will be on the economy, and then more details to come on locations and logistics. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080428-4.pb.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 17:50 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080424-9.html White House MS. PERINO: Hello, everyone. I don't have anything to start with, so we'll go straight to questions. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 04/24/2008 MS. PERINO: Hello, everyone. I don't have anything to start with, so we'll go straight to questions. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080424-9.pb.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 24 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 18:09 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080423-4.html White House MS. PERINO: Hello. Three announcements for you, and then I'll go to questions. Today, as you saw, with the concurrence of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Secretary Gates has recommended, and the President has approved and will nominate, General David Petraeus as the new Commander of Central Command. In addition, he will withdraw the nomination of Lieutenant General Ray Odierno to be the Army Vice Chief of Staff, and nominate him instead to return to Baghdad as the new Multi-National Force Iraq Commander, replacing General Petraeus. And finally, the President will also nominate Lieutenant General Peter Chiarelli as Vice Chief of Staff of the Army. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 04/23/2008 MS. PERINO: Hello. Three announcements for you, and then I'll go to questions. Today, as you saw, with the concurrence of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Secretary Gates has recommended, and the President has approved and will nominate, General David Petraeus as the new Commander of Central Command. In addition, he will withdraw the nomination of Lieutenant General Ray Odierno to be the Army Vice Chief of Staff, and nominate him instead to return to Baghdad as the new Multi-National Force Iraq Commander, replacing General Petraeus. And finally, the President will also nominate Lieutenant General Peter Chiarelli as Vice Chief of Staff of the Army. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080423-4.pb.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 11:14 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080418-16.html White House MR. FRATTO: Sorry to make you wait on this beautiful Friday afternoon. The reason for waiting is because we were going to get this picture up here. Let's see. Now? Now? One more. "I'm going to get Pete Seat." (Laughter.) Well, technical difficulties in the White House Press Briefing Room. We'll see if we can get it working -- there we go, all right. (Applause.) Press Briefing by Tony Fratto - 04/18/2008 MR. FRATTO: Sorry to make you wait on this beautiful Friday afternoon. The reason for waiting is because we were going to get this picture up here. Let's see. Now? Now? One more. "I'm going to get Pete Seat." (Laughter.) Well, technical difficulties in the White House Press Briefing Room. We'll see if we can get it working -- there we go, all right. (Applause.) http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080418-16.pb.pod.a.mp3 Fri, 18 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 18:37 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080416-8.html White House MS. PERINO: Hello, everybody. Rowdy crowd. A little bit on today's activities, and then I'm going to turn it over to Jim Connaughton before I finish up with other questions. Press Briefing by Dana Perino and Jim Connaughton, Chairman, Council on Environmental Quality - 04/16/2008 MS. PERINO: Hello, everybody. Rowdy crowd. A little bit on today's activities, and then I'm going to turn it over to Jim Connaughton before I finish up with other questions. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080416-8.pb.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 45:00 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080415-2.html White House MS. PERINO: Let me start off just with a couple of comments about the President welcoming Pope Benedict XVI to America today. Tomorrow in his remarks, the President will say to the Holy Father that millions of Americans have been praying for his visit. He will also say to the Holy Father that the nation he will visit is a nation of prayer that welcomes the faithful. He will tell him that the hearts of the American people are open to the Holy Father's message of hope. And he will hear from the President that America and the world need to hear his message that God is love, that human life is sacred, that we all must be guided by common moral law, and that we have responsibilities to care for our brothers and sisters in need at home and across the world. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 04/15/2008 MS. PERINO: Let me start off just with a couple of comments about the President welcoming Pope Benedict XVI to America today. Tomorrow in his remarks, the President will say to the Holy Father that millions of Americans have been praying for his visit. He will also say to the Holy Father that the nation he will visit is a nation of prayer that welcomes the faithful. He will tell him that the hearts of the American people are open to the Holy Father's message of hope. And he will hear from the President that America and the world need to hear his message that God is love, that human life is sacred, that we all must be guided by common moral law, and that we have responsibilities to care for our brothers and sisters in need at home and across the world. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080415-2.pb.pod.a.mp3 Tue, 15 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 17:33 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080414-3.html White House MS. PERINO: The President this morning spent time in his Cabinet meeting talking about his ongoing concern about people who are suffering in the world, especially when it comes to those that are hungry. The United States is the largest food provider for emergency food needed in the world. In fiscal year 2007 we provided more than $2.1 billion of food aid, reaching tens of millions of people worldwide. We usually provide about 45 to 50 percent of all emergency food aid every year. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 04/14/2008 MS. PERINO: The President this morning spent time in his Cabinet meeting talking about his ongoing concern about people who are suffering in the world, especially when it comes to those that are hungry. The United States is the largest food provider for emergency food needed in the world. In fiscal year 2007 we provided more than $2.1 billion of food aid, reaching tens of millions of people worldwide. We usually provide about 45 to 50 percent of all emergency food aid every year. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080414-3.pb.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 14 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 27:59 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080409-11.html White House MS. PERINO: Hello, everybody. I said earlier today I would try to get you details on the logistics for tomorrow, and I have. It's quite simple -- the President will make remarks at 11:30 a.m. at the -- in the Cross Hall. We'll do expanded press pool. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 04/9/2008 MS. PERINO: Hello, everybody. I said earlier today I would try to get you details on the logistics for tomorrow, and I have. It's quite simple -- the President will make remarks at 11:30 a.m. at the -- in the Cross Hall. We'll do expanded press pool. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080409-11.pb.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 09 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 21:31 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080408-2.html White House MS. PERINO: Here at the White House today, obviously we're paying attention to the General Petraeus and Ambassador Crocker testimony. And the President said that he would try, if possible, to watch a bit of it in between his appointments today. He has quite a full schedule. And so we'll give you more information about that in a little bit. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 04/8/2008 MS. PERINO: Here at the White House today, obviously we're paying attention to the General Petraeus and Ambassador Crocker testimony. And the President said that he would try, if possible, to watch a bit of it in between his appointments today. He has quite a full schedule. And so we'll give you more information about that in a little bit. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080408-2.pb.pod.a.mp3 Tue, 08 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 18:08 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080407-3.html White House MR. FRATTO: Good afternoon, everyone. You saw the President's remarks earlier -- about an hour ago -- announcing that he was sending up a Colombia trade promotion agreement, or the pre-trade agreement to Congress, signing the transmittal documents for that today. We invited the President's Trade Representative, Sue Schwab, here with you today. Press Briefing by Tony Fratto and United States Trade Representative Susan Schwab - 04/7/2008 MR. FRATTO: Good afternoon, everyone. You saw the President's remarks earlier -- about an hour ago -- announcing that he was sending up a Colombia trade promotion agreement, or the pre-trade agreement to Congress, signing the transmittal documents for that today. We invited the President's Trade Representative, Sue Schwab, here with you today. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080407-3.pb.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 07 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 28:21 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/03/20080325-4.html White House MS. PERINO: Hello. I have one scheduling update for you. Well, actually -- I'm sorry -- two. Tomorrow, National Security Advisor Stephen Hadley will do an on-camera briefing at 3:15 p.m. on the President's upcoming trip to Ukraine, Romania and Croatia. Again, that's tomorrow at 3:15 p.m. So that will be our on-camera briefing tomorrow. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 03/25/2008 MS. PERINO: Hello. I have one scheduling update for you. Well, actually -- I'm sorry -- two. Tomorrow, National Security Advisor Stephen Hadley will do an on-camera briefing at 3:15 p.m. on the President's upcoming trip to Ukraine, Romania and Croatia. Again, that's tomorrow at 3:15 p.m. So that will be our on-camera briefing tomorrow. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/03/20080325-3.pb.pod.a.mp3 Tue, 25 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400 19:09 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/03/20080324-3.html White House MS. PERINO: Hello. As you know, we have the Easter Egg Roll going on, on the South Lawn at the moment. And then this morning I told you President Bush met with his National Security Council, including General Petraeus and Ambassador Crocker, who beamed in from Baghdad, regarding Iraq and their upcoming testimony in the way forward. He will be getting additional briefings on Wednesday, at the Pentagon, from the Joint Chiefs and Secretary Gates, among others. And that is all in the lead up to April 8th and 9th, when Ambassador Crocker and General Petraeus will provide Congress an update on Iraq. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 03/24/2008 MS. PERINO: Hello. As you know, we have the Easter Egg Roll going on, on the South Lawn at the moment. And then this morning I told you President Bush met with his National Security Council, including General Petraeus and Ambassador Crocker, who beamed in from Baghdad, regarding Iraq and their upcoming testimony in the way forward. He will be getting additional briefings on Wednesday, at the Pentagon, from the Joint Chiefs and Secretary Gates, among others. And that is all in the lead up to April 8th and 9th, when Ambassador Crocker and General Petraeus will provide Congress an update on Iraq. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/03/20080324-3.pb.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 24 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400 22:48 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/03/20080320-7.html White House MS. PERINO: It's one of those days I have nothing to start with. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 03/02/2008 MS. PERINO: It's one of those days I have nothing to start with. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/03/20080320-7.pb.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 20 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400 12:55 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/03/20080319-10.html White House MS. PERINO: Okay, a couple of announcements. As you may have seen, there is severe weather hampering the middle part of the country -- hammering the middle part of the country, I should say. The administration continues to monitor the severe weather in Missouri, Kansas, Illinois, and Texas. And FEMA has activated regional response coordination centers and it has liaisons working with the affected states. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 03/19/2008 MS. PERINO: Okay, a couple of announcements. As you may have seen, there is severe weather hampering the middle part of the country -- hammering the middle part of the country, I should say. The administration continues to monitor the severe weather in Missouri, Kansas, Illinois, and Texas. And FEMA has activated regional response coordination centers and it has liaisons working with the affected states. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/03/20080319-10.pb.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 19 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400 19:57 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/03/20080317-5.html White House MS. PERINO: I don't have anything to start with, so I can go straight to questions. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 03/17/2008 MS. PERINO: I don't have anything to start with, so I can go straight to questions. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/03/20080317-5.pb.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400 19:34 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/03/20080313-7.html White House MR. FRATTO: Good afternoon, everyone. I have just a couple of quick announcements, and then we can get to questions. The Senate Foreign Relations Committee this morning voted out legislation to reauthorize the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief. That's the PEPFAR program. The President, on his trip to Africa a few weeks ago, talked extensively of this program. We commend the Senate Foreign Relations Committee for moving this bill quickly, and certainly want to see it enacted into law so the President can sign it. This is a wonderful program where American tax dollars and American ingenuity in how we designed this program are saving lots of lives in places like Africa and other PEPFAR focused countries. So we certainly want to see this move quickly. Press Briefing by Tony Fratto - 03/13/2008 MR. FRATTO: Good afternoon, everyone. I have just a couple of quick announcements, and then we can get to questions. The Senate Foreign Relations Committee this morning voted out legislation to reauthorize the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief. That's the PEPFAR program. The President, on his trip to Africa a few weeks ago, talked extensively of this program. We commend the Senate Foreign Relations Committee for moving this bill quickly, and certainly want to see it enacted into law so the President can sign it. This is a wonderful program where American tax dollars and American ingenuity in how we designed this program are saving lots of lives in places like Africa and other PEPFAR focused countries. So we certainly want to see this move quickly. http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/03/20080313-7.pb.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 13 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400 24:20 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/03/20080312-5.html White House MS. PERINO: Hi. A couple of announcements. President Bush has asked Secretary Rice and Secretary Gates to travel to Moscow on March 17th and 18th for two-plus-two consultations with their Russian counterparts. The Secretaries held similar consultations with those individuals back in October -- October 12, 2007. And as in October, the agenda will cover a broad range of bilateral, strategic issues, including missile defense, post START arrangements, cooperation on nonproliferation, as well as counterterrorism. Press Briefing by Dana Perino - 03/12/2008 MS. PERINO: Hi. A couple of announcements. President Bush has asked Secretary Rice and Secretary Gates to travel to Moscow on March 17th and 18th for two-plus-two consultations with their Russian counterparts. The Secretaries held similar consultations with those individuals back in October -- October 12, 2007. And as in October, the agenda wil