Now, The White House Increasingly Referencing Vice President Harris In Biden-Harris Administration Statements- Should Have Done That From 20 January 2021.

August 2, 2024
Statement from President Joe Biden on the July Jobs Report

Since Vice President Harris and I took office, our economy has created nearly 16 million jobs, average unemployment has been lower than during any administration in 50 years, and incomes have risen faster than prices. Today’s report shows employment is growing more gradually at a time when inflation has declined significantly. Business investment remains strong thanks in part to our investing in America agenda, which is creating good-paying jobs in communities that have been left behind. There’s more to do, but we’re making progress growing the economy from the middle out and the bottom up.  Prices are still too high. We will keep fighting to lower costs by taking on price gouging, capping prescription drug costs, and building more homes.  Congressional Republicans are siding with special interests at the expense of the middle class—with more tax cuts for billionaires and big corporations while threatening Social Security and Medicare. While they try to take us back, we will keep fighting for the future.

August 02, 2024
Readout of National Security Advisor to the Vice President Phil Gordon’s Meeting on Venezuela with Western Hemisphere Ambassadors

Today at the White House, National Security Advisor to the Vice President Phil Gordon hosted diplomatic representatives from Argentina, Canada, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Guyana, Jamaica, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay to discuss the evolving political situation in Venezuela.  Daniel Erikson, Senior Director for the Western Hemisphere at the National Security Council, and Mark Wells, the Acting Assistant Secretary of State for the Western Hemisphere, joined the meeting.  Dr. Gordon expressed the United States’ solidarity with the brave and courageous people of Venezuela for their participation in the July 28 presidential election despite significant challenges.  Dr. Gordon emphasized that Vice President Harris stands with the people of Venezuela and believes the will of the Venezuelan people must be respected. He underscored the Vice President’s commitment to work with the international community to restore democratic norms in Venezuela. And he expressed the Vice President’s opposition to any political repression and violence.  Dr. Gordon reiterated the Biden-Harris Administration’s view that Edmundo González Urrutia won the most votes in the presidential election.  He also commended those countries who voted to pass the Organization of American States’ resolution to reach an agreement on initiating an impartial investigation into the recent elections in Venezuela two days ago.  Dr. Gordon underscored that now is the time for the Venezuelan parties to begin discussions on a respectful, peaceful transition in accordance with Venezuelan electoral law and the wishes of the Venezuelan people.

August 1, 2024
Readout of President Joe Biden’s Call with Prime Minister Netanyahu of Israel

President Biden spoke today with Prime Minister Netanyahu of Israel. The President reaffirmed his commitment to Israel's security against all threats from Iran, including its proxy terrorist groups Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Houthis. The President discussed efforts to support Israel’s defense against threats, including against ballistic missiles and drones, to include new defensive U.S. military deployments. Together with this commitment to Israel’s defense, the President stressed the importance of ongoing efforts to de-escalate broader tensions in the region. Vice President Harris also joined the call.

July 31, 2024
Statement from President Joe Biden on the Inflation Reduction Act’s Assistance for Producers Who Experienced Discrimination

Farmers and ranchers work around the clock to put food on our tables and steward our Nation’s land. But for too long, many farmers and ranchers experienced discrimination in farm loan programs and have not had the same access to federal resources and support. I promised to address this inequity when I became President. Today that promise has become a reality. My Inflation Reduction Act took a bold step to address the effects of discrimination in farming and ranching, and today’s action will enable more farmers and ranchers to support themselves and their families, help grow the economy, and pursue their dreams.