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- President Barack Obama holds a press conference and talks about the latest steps to defeat the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), Iraqi Army successes with coalition forces, and intelligence material acquired from recaptured towns. He also discusses current efforts to halt the spread of the mosquito-borne Zika virus, and answers questions from the press about ISIL, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, allegations that the U.S. paid a "ransom" to Iran for the release of Americans prisoners and his record on commuting prison sentences. Held at the Pentagon in Alexandria, VA.
- Date Issued:
- 2016-08-04T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Barack Obama, speaking at the Pentagon, provides an update on the progress against the terrorist group ISIL, and answers two questions from unidentified reporters.
- Date Issued:
- 2015-07-06T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry addresses the media at a White House press briefing held in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam during President Obama's visit. Kerry explains the reasons for the visit, says Vietnam is practicing a "raging form of capitalism" and describes the results of previous efforts to improve trade relations between the two countries. Kerry says that the U.S. and Vietnam are cooperating on security issues and that Vietnam has joined the United Nations relief and peace initiatives. He also answers questions from the press about China's reaction to improved U.S.-Vietnamese relations, progress against ISIS in Iraq, and American objectives in the Pacific. Kerry is introduced by assistant White House Press Secretary Eric Schultz.
- Date Issued:
- 2016-05-24T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- In a surprise announcement from the White House lawn, U.S. President Donald Trump announces all U.S. troops will be leaving Syria. He declares ISIS has been defeated and now is the time to withdraw.
- Date Issued:
- 2018-12-19T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- U.S. President Donald Trump makes remarks and signs the Iraq and Syria Genocide Emergency Relief and Accountability Act which promotes accountability for crimes committed by ISIS and provides relief to persecuted religious groups in Iraq and Syria. Trump also comments on the results of his private budget meeting with Democratic leaders Pelosi and Schumer.
- Date Issued:
- 2018-12-11T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Barack Obama addresses the nation on terrorism and keeping the American people safe. Obama speaks about the mass shootings in San Bernardino, California, and his strategy to defeat The Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) overseas. He also talks about domestic counter-terrorism measures, including preventing those on no-fly lists from purchasing guns, making it more difficult to purchase assault weapons, and establishing stronger screening procedures for those coming to the U.S. without a visa. Obama says that Americans should not turn against each other by letting this fight be defined as a war between America and Islam. Held in the Oval Office of the White House.
- Date Issued:
- 2015-12-06T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- United States President Barack Obama speaks at the opening of an industrial trade show in Hannover, Germany. Obama talks about the importance of a strong, unified Europe and about European migration. He also announces he is sending additional U.S. Special Operations Forces to Syria as part of the campaign to combat ISIL. Obama says that he will deploy up to 250 additional personnel and urges other European nations to increase their contributions as well. Held in the Hannover Messe Building 35.
- Date Issued:
- 2016-04-25T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Barack Obama delivers a national security speech and discusses his administration's approach to counter-terrorism, including efforts to target ISIS, the Iran nuclear deal, and closing the Guantanamo Bay prison. Held at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida.
- Date Issued:
- 2016-12-06T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- U.S. President Barack Obama addresses the nation on the threat posed by the Islamic State (ISIS/ISIL) and the administration's strategy for degrading the terrorist group's capabilities in their bases in Iraq and Syria.
- Date Issued:
- 2014-09-10T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- United States President Barack Obama talks about the contributions of Muslim Americans after meeting with Muslim community leaders in Baltimore. Obama also discusses the history of Islam in the U.S. and how groups such as the militant Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) distort the Muslim faith.
- Date Issued:
- 2016-02-03T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection