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President Bush on Monday said, "This morning, Attorney General Alberto Gonzales
announced that he will leave the Department of Justice, after two and
a half years of service to the department. Al Gonzales is a man of
integrity, decency and principle. And I have reluctantly accepted his
resignation, with great appreciation for the service that he has
provided for our country."
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The President today declared a major disaster exists in the State of Wisconsin and ordered Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by severe storms and flooding beginning on August 18, 2007, and continuing.
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In his weekly radio address President Bush said, "We are still in the early stages of our new operations. But the success of the past couple of months have shown that conditions on the ground can change -- and they are changing. We cannot expect the new strategy we are carrying out to bring success overnight. But by standing with the Iraqi people as they build their democracy, we will deliver a devastating blow to al Qaeda, we will help provide new hope for millions of people throughout the Middle East, we will gain a friend and ally in the war on terror, and we will make the American people safer."
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President George W. Bush today announced the designation of a Presidential Delegation to attend the Dedication Ceremony of the Afghanistan - Tajikistan Bridge on August 26, 2007.
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President George W. Bush today announced the designation of a Presidential Delegation to the 50th Anniversary Celebration of Malaysia's Independence in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on August 31, 2007.
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MR. JOHNDROE: Good morning. The President had his normal briefings
this morning. He also taped the weekly radio address, which is on the
war in Iraq and contains examples of Iraqis stepping forward to defend
their democracy.
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The President today declared a major disaster exists in the State of Oklahoma and ordered Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding beginning on August 18, 2007, and continuing.
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On Thursday, President Bush said, "Through tax relief, we cut taxes for American families and reduced tax rates on dividends and capital gains -- energizing small businesses to invest and expand. And since we lowered these important tax rates, the economy has created more than 8 million jobs, increased wages, and grew tax revenues that will lead to a surplus."
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The National Intelligence Estimate's updated judgments show that our
strategy has improved the security environment in Iraq, but that we
still face very tough challenges ahead. While the February NIE
concluded that conditions in Iraq were worsening, today's key
judgments clearly show that the military's counterinsurgency strategy,
fully operational since mid-summer, has begun to slow the rapidly
increasing violence and patterns of that violence we have been seeing
in Iraq. This change is a necessary precondition to the stability and
increased political reconciliation that we all seek.
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MR. JOHNDROE: Good afternoon. I'd like to open with a statement about the National Intelligence Estimate that was released by the DNI's office today. The President was briefed on the classified version on Monday morning.
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The President today declared a major disaster exists in the State of Minnesota and ordered Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by severe storms and flooding beginning on August 18, 2007, and continuing.
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On Wednesday, President Bush said, "The greatest weapon in the arsenal of democracy is the desire for
liberty written into the human heart by our Creator. So long as we
remain true to our ideals, we will defeat the extremists in Iraq and
Afghanistan. We will help those countries' peoples stand up
functioning democracies in the heart of the broader Middle East. And
when that hard work is done and the critics of today recede from
memory, the cause of freedom will be stronger, a vital region will be
brighter, and the American people will be safer."
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President Bush on Wednesday said, "I'm
visiting with some of the area's finest citizens. We talked about
businesses and opportunities and sports and culture. It's good to be
with you. Thank you. I hope you leave here with the sense that I'm
upbeat about the future of this country. I believe strongly we can do
anything we put our minds to do."
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Proclamation by the President: Constitution Day and Citizenship Day, Constitution Week, 2007: "Constitution Day and Citizenship Day and during Constitution Week, we celebrate the anniversary of our Nation's Constitution and honor the Framers who created the landmark document that continues to guide our Nation..."
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Proclamation by the President: National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month, 2007: "National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month provides an opportunity to underscore our commitment to stopping alcohol and drug abuse before it starts and to helping citizens in need overcome addiction and rebuild their lives..."
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Some Media Reports Wrongly Claim President Bush's Comments Yesterday
On Political Progress In Iraq Represent A "Striking Attempt By The
White House To Distance Itself From The Maliki Government"
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President Bush on Tuesday said, "It's our people's interests that Canada and Mexico work closely
together. In other words, there's a good reason why our leaders should
come together on a regular basis. First reason why is to figure out
ways to continue to enhance prosperity. It's in our interests that the
Canadian lifestyle be as strong as it is, and it's in our interests
that prosperity spread to Mexico. If you're a U.S. citizen, you want
people that live close to you to be prosperous. The more prosperity
there is in your neighborhood, the more hopeful your neighborhood is."
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We, the leaders of Canada, Mexico and the United States, have met in
Montebello to discuss the opportunities and challenges facing North
America and to establish priorities for our further collaboration. As
neighbours, we share a commitment to ensure North America remains a
safe, secure and economically dynamic region, and a competitive player
in global markets. We also discussed opportunities to cooperate
globally and within our own hemisphere. The values and principles we
share, in particular democracy, the rule of law and respect for
individual rights and freedoms, underpin our efforts in building a
more prosperous and secure region.
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On Tuesday, President Bush said, "I understand rural America pretty well. Sometimes people in rural America wonder whether or not the people in the cities think about them. I appreciate you coming to brief me, because I want those folks to understand the President thinks about it; the senators and the governor have heard about it, and they care about it. There's help that's available. We'd love to get the small businesses up and running, maybe help to get some shelter down there for people. I'm looking forward to making sure that the right people show up here on the ground. Secretary Peters has been the right person to coordinate this effort for the bridge, and we'll get somebody down here in charge to give the people in your district some hope."
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The President today declared an emergency exists in the State of
Minnesota and ordered Federal aid to supplement State and local
response efforts in the area impacted by the bridge collapse in
Minneapolis on August 1, 2007.
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As we observe National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, we recognize
the strength and courage of the men battling prostate cancer and of
those who love and support them. We also pay tribute to the medical
professionals, the researchers, and all those whose tireless efforts
are making a positive difference in the lives of those living with
prostate cancer. All Americans can raise awareness and help fight this
disease by talking with their friends and families about the risk of
prostate cancer and the ways to prevent, detect, and treat it.
Press Gaggle on the President's Bilateral Meetings with Mexico and Canada by Dan Fisk, Senior Director for Western Hemisphere Affairs, National Security Council
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National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month is an opportunity to
underscore our commitment to fighting ovarian cancer and to finding a
cure for this deadly disease.
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In his weekly radio address President Bush said, "In recent months, American and Iraqi forces have struck powerful blows against al Qaeda terrorists and violent extremists in Anbar and other provinces. In recent days, our troops and Iraqi allies launched a new offensive called Phantom Strike. In this offensive, we are carrying out targeted operations against terrorists and extremists fleeing Baghdad and other key cities -- to prevent them from returning or setting up new bases of operation. The terrorists remain dangerous and brutal, as we saw this week when they massacred more than 200 innocent Yezidis, a small religious minority in northwestern Iraq. Our hearts go out to the families of those killed, and our troops are going to go after the murderers behind this horrific attack."
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The President today declared an emergency exists in the State of Texas
and ordered Federal aid to supplement State and local response efforts
due to the emergency conditions resulting from Hurricane Dean
beginning on August 17, 2007, and continuing.
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MR. JOHNDROE: Good morning, everyone. This morning the President had
his normal briefings. Then he taped the radio address; the topic will
be Iraq, and how the provincial reconstruction teams are working to
help facilitate political and economic reforms, as well as assist with
bottom up reconciliation.
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Section 1. Purpose. The purpose of this order is to direct Federal agencies that have programs and activities that have a measurable effect on public land management, outdoor recreation, and wildlife management, including the Department of the Interior and the Department of Agriculture, to facilitate the expansion and enhancement of hunting opportunities and the management of game species and their habitat.
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I am indebted to Denny for his candid advice and strong support, and I
look forward to working with him throughout the remainder of the 110th
Congress. As my good friend prepares to move on to the next phase of
his life, he has my gratitude for his distinguished service. Laura and
I wish Denny, Jean, and their entire family all the best.
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Throughout her Congressional career, Deborah Pryce has championed
issues that matter to the families of Central Ohio. Her commitment to
reducing taxes, strengthening our national defense, and reforming our
health care system has helped improve the lives of her constituents
and made America a more hopeful Nation. She has also earned national
recognition as a persuasive advocate on behalf of women and children.
Based on her strong legislative record and consensus-building skills,
Deb's colleagues selected her to lead the House Republican Conference
- the highest leadership post ever held by a Republican woman. She
will be missed when she departs the Congress.
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MR. JOHNDROE: Good morning. The President had his normal briefings
this morning. In addition to his intelligence briefing, he was also
briefed on the earthquake in Peru. The President and Mrs. Bush offer
their condolences to the people of Peru, and especially to those who
have lost a loved one because of this natural disaster.
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Section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)),
provides for the automatic termination of a national emergency unless,
prior to the anniversary date of its declaration, the President
publishes in the Federal Register and transmits to the Congress a
notice stating that the emergency is to continue in effect beyond the
anniversary date. In accordance with this provision, I have sent to
the Federal Register for publication the enclosed notice, stating that
the emergency caused by the lapse of the Export Administration Act of
1979, as amended, is to continue in effect for 1 year beyond August
17, 2007.
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President George W. Bush today announced his intention to nominate three individuals to serve in his Administration: Dan W. Mozena, Louis J. Nigro, Jr., and Paul E. Simons.
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MS. PERINO: Good morning. The President today had his normal
briefings. He also did some tree cutting this morning, and then either
-- I think is right now on a bike ride. Today I want to start off by
saying that we join with the Iraqis who are grieving after yesterday's
suicide bombings. We condemn the barbaric attacks on the innocent
Iraqi citizens who lost their lives, and for the hundreds who were
wounded. It's difficult for those of us who live in peace and freedom
to understand what possesses people to take a suicide truck bomb and
blow it up in the middle of a highly populated area. This is an enemy
that has no heart, they have no conscience, and what they are trying
to do is break our will and the will of the Iraqi people.
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MS. PERINO: Good morning, everybody, from Crawford junior high [sic].
Today the President had his normal briefings this morning. He also had
three foreign leader calls, which I will read out for you. The
President spoke this morning separately to President Karzai and to
President Musharraf. He congratulated both leaders on the successful
conclusion of the joint peace jirga which was held in Kabul on August
9th through the 12th, just last week.
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President George W. Bush today announced his intention to appoint two
individuals to serve in his Administration: Anthony K. Dungy and Anthony Carroll Wisniewski.
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President Bush on Monday said, "The commitment of this government is this: Anybody who is sent into harm's way deserves the best possible care. We're dedicated to this goal. If we find problems, we'll solve the problems. For those who are providing the care, we thank you. For the soldiers who are receiving the care, we owe you the best. And for the families who stand by them, we thank you for your patience."
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On Monday, President Bush said, "For over half a century, Merv Griffin entertained America. He was a man of innovation and energy who greeted challenges with laughter and determination. By following his passions and trusting his instincts, Merv became one of our Nation's best-known and most respected entertainers. He introduced Americans to a generation of talent on his talk show, created two of the most successful game shows in history, and led a thriving hospitality business. Merv was also a generous leader who gave back to his community, donating millions of dollars to provide abused children with safe haven and brighter futures.
Laura and I are saddened by his death. His family is in our thoughts
and prayers."
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President Bush on Monday said, "Karl Rove is moving on down the road. I've been talking to Karl for a while about his desire to spend more time with Darby and Andrew. This is a family that has made enormous sacrifices not only for our beloved state of Texas, but for a country we both love."
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MR. ROVE: Well, but look, every President plays a -- even if they're not running again, plays a big role in shaping the nature of the debate, the policy debate, which in turn has a big impact on politics. And you can bet, being as competitive as he is, that he's going to use every lever he's got command over, every power that he controls to continue to drive the policy debate right up to noon on January 20, 2009.
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By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including the Federal Vacancies
Reform Act of 1998, 5 U.S.C. 3345, et seq., it is hereby ordered as
follows:
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On Saturday, President Bush said, "I expect to be with a friend. I'm looking forward to having him with my family. The best way we can do things -- best way we send a good signal to President Sarkozy is invite here at the family house."
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In his weekly radio address President Bush said, "In America, August is considered a slow news month. But in the war on terror, America and our allies remain on the offense against our enemies. And this month, we've had some encouraging news from both Afghanistan and Iraq."
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President Bush on Friday said, "Today, members of my Cabinet announced a series of important new Administrative actions to address border security and immigration challenges. These reforms represent steps my Administration can take within the boundaries of existing law to better secure our borders, improve worksite enforcement, streamline existing temporary worker programs, and help new immigrants assimilate into American society."
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The President welcomes today's unanimous vote by the United Nations Security Council to renew the mandate for the United Nations Assistance Mission in Iraq (UNAMI). This vote sends an important signal of the United Nations' commitment to support stability and security in Iraq. The UNAMI mandate renewal also reinforces the broader international framework for Iraq, which includes the
International Compact with Iraq, and the Neighbors Process, which began in May, in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt. The United States is fully committed to this framework and looks forward to working with the United Nations and international partners to support the Iraqi Government and promote political dialog in Iraq.
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Today, Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff And Commerce
Secretary Carlos Gutierrez Announced A Series Of Reforms The
Administration Will Pursue To Address Border Security And Immigration
Challenges. The following reforms represent steps the Administration
can take within the boundaries of existing law to secure our borders
more effectively, improve interior and worksite enforcement,
streamline existing guest worker programs, improve the current
immigration system, and help new immigrants assimilate into American
culture.
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President Bush on Thursday said, "Today I'm going to sign into law a bill that supports many of the key elements of the American Competitiveness Initiative. This legislation supports our efforts to double funding for basic research in physical sciences. This legislation authorizes most of the education programs I called for in the initiative I laid out at the State of the Union. These programs include Math Now proposals to improve instruction in mathematics, and the advanced placement program my administration proposed, to increase the number of teachers and students in AP and international baccalaureate classes."
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President Bush on Thursday said, "Today I signed into law H.R. 2272, the "America Creating Opportunities to Meaningfully Promote Excellence in Technology, Education, and Science Act." This legislation shares many of the goals of my American Competitiveness Initiative (ACI). ACI is one of my most important domestic priorities because it provides a comprehensive strategy to help keep America the most innovative Nation in the world by strengthening our scientific education and research, improving our technological enterprise, and providing 21st century job training."
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