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  • National champion LSU Tigers visit the White House - Watch it here Play Video

    May 25, 2023 1:49 PM

    WASHINGTON - The LSU women's basketball team visited the White House Friday, celebrating their national title win alongside President Joe Biden. The president, vice president and first lady took turns congratulating the Tigers before handing off the microphone to Coach Kim Mulkey. "I came back to the state... more »
  • Reese will join teammates for White House visit

    April 7, 2023 11:57 AM

    UPDATE: The White House released a statement Friday afternoon saying that President Biden formally invited the Tigers for a visit to celebrate their win. The president also called Angel Reese personally to congratulate her on the win. "This afternoon, the President spoke to LSU Tigers Women’s Basketball Head Coach... more »
  • Louisiana waiting for Operation Fly Formula product to arrive Play Video

    June 3, 2022 4:50 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Some store shelves are still bare even though emergency shipments of baby formula have been flown in from overseas through Operation Fly Formula. The Abbott formula plant in Michigan is supposed to reopen Saturday, June 4, but it's not fast enough for parents trying to feed their... more »
  • First Lady Jill Biden reveals White House Christmas Tree

    November 29, 2021 9:21 AM

    Christmas is in full swing at the White House. First Lady Jill Biden took to Twitter to share a shot of a glimmering Christmas tree in the historic Blue Room. Excited to share that the Official White House Christmas tree is up in the Blue Room! pic.twitter.com/od943V0k5Q... more »
  • Stopgap bill signed by President a temporary fix to US debt limit issues

    October 1, 2021 8:57 AM

    A government shutdown that would have happened at midnight was officially prevented Thursday when President Joe Biden signed Congress' stopgap funding bill to extend government funding through December 3, CNN reports . The stopgap bill the President signed will also provide funding to help process and resettle Afghan refugees... more »
  • Fed gov says it's distributed over $800 million in Hurricane Ida recovery efforts

    September 30, 2021 9:38 AM

    A Wednesday news release from the federal government revealed that in the 30 days since Hurricane Ida struck Louisiana, disaster survivors have received more than $660 million in grants in addition to $211 million in low-interest loans. State and federal programs have been designed to help survivors and communities... more »
  • White House expected to advise COVID booster shots for most Americans Play Video

    August 17, 2021 5:37 AM

    The Biden administration's leading health experts appear to be united in the opinion that most Americans should receive a COVID booster shot eight months after being fully vaccinated, according to CNN . The news outlet says their plan is still in the works, but will likely involve administering third... more »
  • President Biden to sign executive order targeting internet service providers, Big Tech

    July 9, 2021 1:01 PM

    Before the close of Friday, President Joe Biden intends to sign an executive order that will directly impact internet service providers and Silicon Valley, CNN reports. Aimed at fostering competition among broadband service providers, the executive order will encourage the Federal Communications Commission to reintroduce a so-called "nutrition label"... more »
  • Biden administration releases details related to 'American Families Plan'

    May 6, 2021 9:07 AM

    WASHINGTON - The White House issued a Thursday morning news release regarding additional information related to President Joe Biden's proposed 'American Families Plan.' The plan includes the implementation of child care and paid leave programs for employees with children. It lays out a strategy that would invest billions in... more »
  • Several White House staffers suspended or asked to resign over past marijuana use

    March 19, 2021 12:55 PM

    Several White House staffers were either suspended, asked to resign, or removed from their in-person position to work remotely as a result of recent background checks. The drastic measures were all due to an official glimpse into their backgrounds revealing that they'd used marijuana in the past, according to... more »
  • White House to feature ASL interpreter in all future press briefings

    January 26, 2021 6:49 AM

    The Biden administration will have an American Sign Language interpreter at every White House briefing, CNN reports. Press secretary Jen Psaki made the announcement on Monday (Jan. 25). "As a part of this administration's accessibility and inclusion efforts, starting today we will have an ASL, an American Sign... more »
  • In harmony with tradition, Trump reportedly leaves note for Biden in Oval Office

    January 20, 2021 9:27 AM

    Several news outlets are reporting that President Donald Trump has left a note for his successor, Joe Biden, in the Oval Office. This is in harmony with a tradition carried out by a sitting President to an incoming President amid a peaceful transition of power. “The President left... more »
  • Biden's shelter dog 'Major,' to be honored during 'Indogeration' event Play Video

    January 11, 2021 12:35 PM

    WASHINGTON - The first shelter dog to become an official resident of the White House will be honored during a special event set to take place three days before his human companion is sworn into office as the 46th President of the United States of America. According to CNN... more »
  • Joe Biden selects Susan Rice to lead White House Domestic Policy Council

    December 10, 2020 11:22 AM

    President-elect Joe Biden continues to select members of his administration with the Thursday morning announcement of his choice to have Susan Rice lead the White House Domestic Party Council, CNN reports. Rice, a Stanford University-educated former Rhodes scholar has a close relationship with Biden and brings vast experience in... more »
  • Biden selects California AG, other candidates to lead his admin's health team

    December 7, 2020 7:41 AM

    President-elect Joe Biden continues to nominate individuals to occupy key roles in his administration, and now turning his attention to his health department he's selected California Attorney General Xavier Becerra to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, according to CNN . If confirmed by the United States... more »
  • President Trump's coronavirus advisor, Dr. Scott Atlas, resigns

    December 1, 2020 11:03 AM

    As President-elect Joe Biden selects staff and prepares for his new Commander in Chief role, one key member of President Trump's administration has stepped down from his advisory position within the White House. According to the BBC News , Dr. Scott Atlas, who had been serving as President Trump's... more »
  • Baton Rouge designer among dozens selected to decorate White House for Christmas Play Video

    November 30, 2020 10:21 PM

    WASHINGTON - Dozens of trees, hundreds of feet of garland, and too many lights to count were unveiled Monday at The White House as part of the 2020 Christmas display. A Baton Rouge designer was among the dozens of volunteers who brought the theme, "America the Beautiful" to life.... more »
  • Baker native to join Biden administration as UN ambassador

    November 23, 2020 6:44 AM

    WASHINGTON — A native of Baker, Louisiana has been chosen to fill a key role in the Biden White House. The Biden-Harris transitional team announced Monday morning that Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield, a member of the Career Foreign Service, will be the administration's ambassador to the United Nations. ... more »
  • President-elect Joe Biden turns 78; is expected to make history as the nation's oldest president

    November 20, 2020 6:36 AM

    Nearly two weeks after addressing his hometown of Wilmington, Delaware with a victory speech, President-elect Joe Biden is turning 78 years of age. The politician's Nov. 20 birthday will be a busy one as he continues to meet with advisors in talks centered around his strategy for the nation's... more »
  • La. Congressman Cedric Richmond will resign to join Biden White House Play Video

    November 16, 2020 5:56 PM

    NEW ORLEANS - Louisiana Representative Cedric Richmond will resign from his congressional seat for a position in the White House as a Senior Advisor to the Biden administration. Richmond will be Director of the White House Office of Public Engagement. He announced plans to vacate his seat during a... more »
  • Trump admin releases COVID-19 vaccine distribution strategy Play Video

    September 16, 2020 9:31 AM

    The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Department of Defense (DoD) issued a Wednesday morning release consisting of two documents that outline the Trump Administration’s detailed strategy to deliver safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine doses to the American people as quickly and reliably as possible. The... more »
  • President Trump, former VP Joe Biden increase campaign efforts as election day nears

    September 9, 2020 8:57 AM

    With eight weeks left before Election Day, both President Donald Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden are ramping up campaign efforts. Polls show Biden finding approval in states such as Michigan, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin, and performing less than stellar in states like North Carolina, Florida, and Arizona. ... more »
  • White House tours to resume next weekend

    September 1, 2020 12:57 PM

    WASHINGTON D.C. - The threat of novel coronavirus temporarily put a halt to tours of the White House, but on Tuesday an announcement was issued from the Office of the First Lady, stating that the White House Visitor's Office will resume public tours on Saturday, September 12. That said,... more »
  • Precautions set for voting during virus pandemic

    June 20, 2020 3:15 PM

    As you head to the polls to vote in the presidential primary, you may notice things look quite different. The Coronavirus Crisis has voters taking extra precautions. "I feel like it's my duty to keep myself safe as well as others and that's why I wear... more »
  • Edwards tells President: Louisiana ready for 'newer sense of normalcy;' Huge testing run will help Play Video

    April 28, 2020 7:22 PM

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – The governor, while meeting with the president and vice president at the White House Wednesday, was appreciative of the support from the federal government and backed federal health guidelines tied to how states should reopen businesses in the wake of coronavirus lockdowns. The governor was in... more »
  • WATCH: President Trump & Coronavirus Task Force hold Thursday morning press conference

    March 19, 2020 10:17 AM

    WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump's Coronavirus Task Force addressed the media from the White House, Thursday, March 19 at 10 a.m. The Task Force provide d an update on the nation's fight against novel coronavirus and the economic repercussions associated with the spread of the illness. Click on... more »
  • Coronavirus fears lead to restriction of public access to White House, Capitol Complex, other major adjustments

    March 12, 2020 10:08 AM

    The U.S., like many other nations across the globe, is taking extreme measures to contain the spread of coronavirus, also known as COVID-19. According to CNN , as of March 13, officials in Washington have announced that public access to the Capitol Complex has been suspended until the first... more »
  • Bernie Sanders narrowly wins New Hampshire primary

    February 12, 2020 5:25 AM

    Despite spending much of his career as a political outsider, Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders has become a top contender for the Democratic Party's presidential nomination by winning the New Hampshire Democratic primary contest. On Tuesday, Feb. 11 the left-wing senator won a close race over former mayor Pete Buttigieg.... more »
  • President Trump calls Coach O

    December 31, 2019 8:52 AM

    BATON ROUGE - After a victorious game against the Oklahoma Sooners and an undefeated season, the LSU Tigers are the talk of the nation. Even the White House acknowledged the team's big win. According to The Advocate , President Trump called Coach Ed Orgeron on Monday to discuss the... more »
  • White House given one week deadline to decide if it will participate in impeachment proceedings

    November 29, 2019 4:10 PM

    WASHINGTON D.C. - The President's team has seven days to decide how much it will participate in the remaining impeachment proceedings. According to CNN , the House Judiciary Committee has set a deadline of December 6 for President Trump and his attorneys to decide if they will participate in... more »
  • Slow-moving 'blob' flying over D.C. puts Capitol on lockdown and reveals errors in communication among officials

    November 28, 2019 5:26 PM

    WASHINGTON D.C. – Officials report that a mysterious ‘slow-moving blob’ was detected in the skies above the nation’s capital, Tuesday. Officials responded quickly, but in a way that left a lot to be desired where communication is concerned. CNN reports that officials still aren’t sure what the object... more »
  • Dallas man arrested near White House after allegedly threatening to kill 'all white police'

    November 7, 2017 9:58 AM

    A man was arrested near the White House Monday for allegedly threatening to kill “all white police” at the residence. ABC News reports, the Secret Service was notified to be on the lookout for the man who had "reportedly traveled to Washington, D.C., for the purpose" of carrying out... more »
  • In scandal over chartered flights, Thomas Price resigns from federal post

    September 29, 2017 4:42 PM

    WASHINGTON, D.C. - Amid a scandal over expensive, private flights, Health and Human Services Thomas Price resigned from his position in the Trump White House. “...Price offered his resignation earlier today and the President accepted,” the White House said in a statement emailed to media around 4 o'clock Baton... more »
  • Steve Bannon out as White House chief strategist

    August 18, 2017 1:01 PM

    WASHINGTON-Steve Bannon is out as White House chief strategist. On Tuesday, President Donald Trump told reporters at Trump Tower that Bannon was a "good man” and “not a racist.” "I like Mr. Bannon. He's a friend of mine. But Mr. Bannon came on very late. You know that.... more »
  • Steve Bannon removed from National Security Council

    April 5, 2017 11:57 AM

    WASHINGTON D.C. -Steve Bannon, senior advisor to President Donald Trump, was removed from his position on the National Security Council Wednesday. According to ABC News, a senior administration official confirmed the move Wednesday morning. Bannon was appointed to the position in January. ABC News says Bannon had no objections... more »
  • Trump tweets 'I call my own shots' Monday morning

    February 6, 2017 7:48 AM

    WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump is insisting "I call my own shots" and that any negative polling data is "fake news." It's unclear what prompted Trump's early morning tweets on Monday. The New York Times released an unflattering portrait of Trump's nights at the White House, suggesting Trump spends much... more »
  • Ascension Parish teacher to be recognized at White House

    April 29, 2016 2:50 PM

    GONZALES - An Ascension Parish public school teacher will be recognized at the White House with the distinction of being one of the “great educators across the country.” Duplessis Primary School master teacher Shaneka Burnett will travel to Washington D.C. to attend an event at the White House recognizing the... more »
  • Archive: Crack house one of first in area; ran by BR man whose sentence was commuted today

    March 30, 2016 2:14 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Sitting beneath a skinny pine and healthy oak Wednesday afternoon was a sleepy, unassuming home that upon further inspection has a busy, illegal past. The notion of the previous activity that once unfolded under the roof was only dusted off because of a prisoner's shortened sentence.... more »
  • Still upset about delegates, Trump says La. primary is 'bad politics'

    March 30, 2016 12:24 PM

    MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin - Presidential hopeful Donald Trump angrily discussed his disdain for the outcome of the Louisiana primary Tuesday night. Trump, along with Ted Cruz and John Kasich, participated in a cable TV political discussion. At one point during the program, Trump called the situation involving Louisiana's delegates bad... more »
  • Carson: There is no 'path forward,' will discuss campaign this week

    March 2, 2016 2:24 PM

    DETROIT – It appears Ben Carson is leaving the campaign trail. The Washington Post reported Wednesday , Carson told supporters he sees no "path forward" and will not attend a debate in Detroit Thursday. Carson said he will make a statement about his political future at the Conservative Political... more »
  • President dashes to Star Wars after last 2015 press conference

    December 18, 2015 4:24 PM

    WASHINGTON - President Barack Obama covered a wide range of topics in his last press conference of 2015, then moved to the item on everyone's agenda. "Okay everybody, I've gotta get to Star Wars," Obama said as he ended Friday's media briefing. Obama finaliza conferencia de prensa:... more »
  • White House letter to Louisiana about Syrian refugees Play Video

    December 1, 2015 2:08 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The White House sent Governor Bobby Jindal a letter Monday offering specific information concerning refugees already resettled in the state. In the letter, Chief of Staff Denis McDonough writes the federal government would provide monthly reports about refugees resettled in Louisiana for the past year if... more »

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