President Obama Announces Presidential Delegation to Santiago, Chile, to Attend the Inauguration of President Echenique
WASHINGTON--President Barack Obama today announced the designation of a Presidential Delegation to Santiago, Chile, to attend the Inauguration of His Excellency Sebastián Piñera Echenique, President of the Republic of Chile, on March 11, 2010. The Honorable General James L. Jones, USMC (Ret),…
Statement by Chair of the Council of Economic Advisers Christina Romer on the Employment Situation in February
The statement below was posted on www.WhiteHouse.gov by the Chair of the Council of Economic Advisers Christina Romer. The statement can also be accessed HERE . Romer Blog Post: Statement On The Employment Situation In February Posted by Christina Romer on March 05, 2010 at 09:36 AM EST Although…
Women's History Month: A Salute to Women in the Fire Service
U.S. Fire Administrator Kelvin Cochran recognizes the contributions of women serving their communities through the American Fire Service.
Economic training for junior ranks resonates with military chief
As a student at the Command and General Staff War College, part of Maj. Jackie Thompson's studies have included examining how broad economic theories relate to warfare.
After Marja, 'Kandahar will be next,' Mullen says
The nation's top military officer said the focus of American troops and their allies in southern Afghanistan would shift to Kandahar following an ongoing offensive in the former Taliban stronghold of Marja.
Readout of Vice President Biden’s Call with Georgian President Saakashvili
The Vice President spoke to President Saakashvili earlier today. The Vice President affirmed U.S. support for Georgia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. He encouraged Georgia’s democratic reform process and the desire for an open, transparent, and free process during Georgia’s upcoming…
Briefing by White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs, 3/4/10
James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 1:31 P.M. EST Q Oooh! Q Booo! MR. GIBBS: It's usually after like the third or fourth answer when I get a reaction like that. (Laughter.) It's sort of a tough crowd. The jersey update -- it's supposedly en route. It was not delivered to my house…
Statement by The Press Secretary on H.R. 1299
On Thursday, March 4, 2010 the President signed into law: H.R. 1299, the “United States Capitol Police Administrative Technical Corrections Act of 2009,” which establishes a Corporation for Travel Promotion to encourage international travel to the United States; and makes miscellaneous…
Top Army cooks face off during 35th Culinary Arts competition at Fort Lee
Day one of the 35th Culinary Arts competition at Fort Lee, Va. The contest, pitting some of the top chefs in the military, runs through March 10.
March 3, 2010 - SAC-D Testimony Hearing (as delivered)
New Army Black Hawk succeeds in combat
The Army's new high-tech UH-60 Black Hawk M-model helicopter -- equipped with a stronger engine, a digital cockpit and composite rotor blades -- performed exceptionally well in Afghanistan during its first major combat deployment, according to a recently completed After Action Review at Fort…
Dogs go the distance: Program provides service to veterans with PTSD
For over 40 years Ken Costich, a former Army colonel, has dealt with post-traumatic stress disorder symptoms.
OPMS aims to flex 'promotion treadmill' for broader assignments
Busting myths about the officer promotion system is the current business of a small task force at Human Resources Command.
Chef of Year event kicks off Culinary Arts Competition
Kitchens in the Joint Culinary Center of Excellence heated up early Sunday morning as the 35th U.S. Army Culinary Arts Competition began its first cooking event: Armed Forces Chef of the Year.
Early voting takes place in Iraq as country preps for parliamentary elections
As Iraqi citizens across the country prepare to vote in the parliamentary elections scheduled for March 7, those who will be providing security that day got a chance to cast their ballots early in a special-needs election.
Sniper rifle improvements to see testing this spring
Candidates for an improved version of the Army's sniper rifle -- the M-24 -- are expected to go into testing this spring after industry reveals their efforts this month.
Gates asks entire department to reinforce trust
Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates has called on every member of the Defense Department to play a personal role in creating a secure environment that will help to prevent more tragedies like the Nov. 5 shooting rampage that left 13 people dead at Fort Hood, Texas.
Momentum shifts in Helmand, Pentagon spokesman says
Operation Moshtarak, now in its 18th day in Afghanistan's Helmand province, is "progressing extraordinarily well" and is moving from the clearing phase to the holding phase.
'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' review seeks broadest input
The Defense Department's review on the potential impact of repealing the ban on gays serving openly in the military will solicit input from troops of every service and rank -- as well as their families -- through surveys, focus groups and social media tools.
Iraqi elections, U.S. drawdown to proceed
Iraq's upcoming elections and the U.S. drawdown of troops there later this year will go on undeterred by suicide bombings Wednesday and previous attacks like it.