U.S. Department of State Issues Level 3 Travel Advisory for Guatemala December 30, 2024 The U.S. Department of State has issued a Level 3: Reconsider Travel advisory for Guatemala, effective immediately. This advisory is an upgrade from the previous Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. Reasons for the Advisory: The level 3 advisory has been issued … Read more
DOD Announces Additional Aid for Ukraine, Assesses 1,000 North Korean Casualties in Russia’s Kursk Region December 30, 2024 – The United States Department of Defense (DOD) announced today a new aid package for Ukraine, including additional military equipment and financial assistance. The package, valued at approximately $2.5 billion, brings the total U.S. aid to Ukraine … Read more
Austin, Biden Laud Former President Carter’s Leadership, Humanity By Defense.gov December 30, 2024 Washington, D.C. – President Joe Biden and Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III lauded the leadership and humanity of former President Jimmy Carter on the occasion of his 99th birthday. In a statement, President Biden praised Carter’s “extraordinary life of service … Read more
Army Lt. Gen. Herbert R. Temple Jr., 21st National Guard Bureau Chief, Dies at 96 Washington, D.C. – Lt. Gen. Herbert R. Temple Jr., who served as the 21st Chief of the National Guard Bureau, passed away on December 29, 2024, at the age of 96. General Temple was born in Boston, Massachusetts, on October … Read more
Biden Administration Announces Additional Security Assistance for Ukraine December 30, 2024 Washington, D.C. – The Biden Administration today announced an additional $1.85 billion in security assistance for Ukraine, bringing the total U.S. commitment to more than $21 billion since the start of the Russian invasion. The new assistance package includes: A Patriot air defense system … Read more
Statement from President Joe Biden on the Plane Crash in the Republic of Korea December 29, 2024 Today, I extend my deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of those who perished in the tragic plane crash in the Republic of Korea. This heartbreaking loss of life has touched the hearts of people around … Read more
Statement by President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden on the Passing of Former President Jimmy Carter December 29, 2024 We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former President Jimmy Carter, a man of great faith, integrity, and unwavering commitment to justice and peace. President Carter led our nation with wisdom, … Read more
Statement by Vice President Kamala Harris on the Passing of Former President Jimmy Carter The White House December 29, 2024 23:15 EST Today, we mourn the passing of a true American icon, former President Jimmy Carter. President Carter was a man of deep faith, unwavering principles, and extraordinary determination. As the 39th President of the … Read more
Statement by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III on the Passing of President Jimmy Carter 2024-12-29 Today, we mourn the loss of former President Jimmy Carter, a remarkable statesman and humanitarian who dedicated his life to public service. President Carter’s legacy of peace and diplomacy will forever be etched in our nation’s history. His … Read more
Statement from President Joe Biden on the Passing of Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh of India 2024-12-28 03:12 Statement by President Joe Biden on the Passing of Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh of India: December 28, 2024 I extend my heartfelt condolences to the people of India on the passing of former Prime Minister Manmohan … Read more