Honoring Arizona’s Courageous Veterans

Phoenix, Arizona - Governor Doug Ducey: "Today (Friday) we honor the brave men and women who have sacrificed so much for us, and the values and ideals we hold most dear as citizens of the United States of America. Today we celebrate our freedoms—which we would not have without the courageous men and women of our armed forces who have endured the perils of war to protect us.

Dedication Ceremony of American War Memorial

Wellington, New Zealand - Secretary of State John Kerry: "Mr. Ambassador, Mark, thank you very, very much. Thank you also for your tremendous linguistic display a little bit earlier. (Laughter.) I’m delighted to be here with all of you. Minister Brownlee and General Keating, thank you very much for honoring us by being here today, and to all of you parliamentarians, counselors, and distinguished guests all.

Facilitating a Smooth Transition to the Next Administration

Washington, DC - The peaceful transfer of power is a bedrock principle of our democracy.  The President was grateful for the time and care put into the 2008 transition by President Bush’s Administration. That is why he directed his team last year to make a smooth transition between administrations a top priority of his final year in office even as he remained committed to using every remaining day of his presidency to deliver on his agenda for the American people.

Vice President Joe Biden’s Call with His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said of Oman

Washington, DC - The Vice President spoke with His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said of Oman earlier.  The Vice President thanked the Sultan for his continued leadership in seeking to defuse regional tensions and advance a political and security settlement in Yemen.  

FTC Charges Prepaid Card Company Deceptively Marketed Reloadable Debit Card

Washington, DC - The Federal Trade Commission has charged that in numerous instances, prepaid card company NetSpend Corporation deceived consumers, many of whom do not have bank accounts, about access to funds deposited on defendants’ debit cards.