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Gooood morning TNBers. I’ll be filling in for boss for today while she’s cut off from the grid so, buckle up.
Geezem, I can’t believe it’s almost the end of the year again. I mean, wth is happening that time just seems to fly by so fast?? It is almost too surreal how fast.
And with the end of the year comes Christmas. Oh joy.
Setting the mood …
Alright, let’s dig in with finishing up Tuesday’s Bits, then we’ll swing into what’s what for today.
Leftover Tuesday, December 12th Bits:
@POTUS bits:
White House Briefing Room bits:
Readout of White House Meeting with Jewish American Leaders to Discuss Ongoing Efforts to Combat Antisemitism and Hate-Fueled Violence
DECEMBER 12, 2023
STATEMENTS AND RELEASES
Jewish American leaders from across the country met with senior Administration officials at the White House yesterday ahead of the annual White House Hanukkah reception to learn more about the Biden-Harris Administrationās commitment to combatting antisemitism and hate-fueled violence. Participants included the professional leaders of American Jewish organizations, clergy representing diverse religious denominations, and community leaders. Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff thanked leaders for their tireless advocacy for the Jewish community, highlighted the actions the Biden-Harris Administration has taken to counter antisemitism, and conveyed the Presidentās commitment to fighting all forms of hate.
White House Homeland Security Advisor Dr. Liz Sherwood-Randall briefed the group on the Presidentās enduring commitment to countering the increase in antisemitic threats and hate-fueled violence and outlined specific actions the Administration is taking to provide support to communities that feel threatened and strengthen their security. Dr. Sherwood-Randall emphasized the Administrationās focus on ensuring that incidents of violence are quickly identified, condemned, and, as appropriate, investigated by law enforcement. She also highlighted the Presidentās commitment to doing everything possible to ensure the safety of religious communities, houses of worship, schools, and other impacted individuals and groups across the nation.
In addition, White House Coordinator for the Middle East and North Africa Brett McGurk provided information about the Administrationās longstanding support for Israelās security, the actions taken since the horrific terrorist assault on October 7th, and ongoing efforts to secure the release of hostages held by Hamas terrorists.Ā Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism Ambassador Deborah Lipstadt also met with the group to discuss the work the United States is doing to combat antisemitism around the world.
Remarks by President Biden and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine Before Bilateral Meeting
DECEMBER 12, 2023
SPEECHES AND REMARKS
Readout of Vice President Harrisās Meeting with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine
DECEMBER 12, 2023
STATEMENTS AND RELEASES
Statement from President Joe Biden on Continued Denials of Abortion Care
DECEMBER 12, 2023
STATEMENTS AND RELEASES
Readout of President Bidenās Meeting with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine
DECEMBER 12, 2023
STATEMENTS AND RELEASES
Readout of White House Hosts Small Business Lending Summit
DECEMBER 12, 2023
STATEMENTS AND RELEASES
FACT SHEET: New Actions from the Biden-ā Harris Administration to Hold Perpetrators of Sexual Violence Accountable
DECEMBER 12, 2023
STATEMENTS AND RELEASES
Wednesday, December 13th Bits:
Joseph Biden Official Presidential Schedule:
| 10:00 AMOfficial Schedule | The President receives the Presidential Daily Briefing Closed Press |
| 12:15 PMOfficial Schedule | The President delivers remarks at a meeting of the National Infrastructure Advisory Council by 7:00 am et] Indian Treaty RoomPre-Credentialed Media & Pooled for TV [RSVP here by 7:00 AM ET] |
| 1:00 PMPress Briefing | Press Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and NSC Coordinator for Strategic Communications John Kirby James S. Brady Press Briefing Room |
@POTUS bits:
White House Briefing Room bits:
Press Secretary Karine Jean Pierre Statement Regarding Supreme Court Review of Fifth Circuit Decision in Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine
DECEMBER 13, 2023
ā¢STATEMENTS AND RELEASES
Statement from NSC Spokesperson Adrienne Watson on Travel of National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan to Israel
DECEMBER 13, 2023
ā¢STATEMENTS AND RELEASES
FACT SHEET: Vice President Harris Launches the Biden-ā Harris Administration Safer States Initiative, Highlights New Executive Actions to Reduce Gun Violence
DECEMBER 13, 2023
ā¢STATEMENTS AND RELEASES
FACT SHEET: Accelerating the U.S. ā Africa Partnership After the 2022 U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit
DECEMBER 13, 2023
ā¢STATEMENTS AND RELEASES
White House Youtube Channel bits:
President Biden Delivers Remarks at a Meeting of the National Infrastructure Advisory Council
Scheduled for 12/13/23, 12:15āÆAM EDT
Press Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and John Kirby
Scheduled for 12/13/23, 1:00āÆPM EDT
Okay, Blenders, that concludes Wednesday’s Bits. Thanks for tuning in. Hope to see you in the comments.
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