NEWS FROM THE WHITE HOUSE ON JUNE 1ST, 2015: REMEMBERING BEAU BIDEN


 
Here's what's going on at the White House today.
 
  
 
DAILY SNAPSHOT
Monday, June 01, 2015
 
 
 
 
 
 In Memoriam

Read more about Beau Biden here.
Then-Vice Presidential candidate Joe Biden and his son Beau Biden on stage together at the 2008 Democratic National Convention in Denver, Colorado, August 27, 2008. (REUTERS/Chris Wattie)
On Saturday, May 30, our country lost a dedicated public servant -- a fighter for justice on the frontlines of war and in the courts here at home. A committed son, father, and husband, Beau Biden put his family first. His was a life we all strive to lead.

 
 
 Follow Along: The President's Day
All times are Eastern Time (ET)
10:00 AM: The President receives the Presidential Daily Briefing
11:05 AM: The President hosts the King and Queen of the Netherlands
2:10 PM: The President hosts a discussion with Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative FellowsWATCH LIVE

 
 
 More from 1600 Penn
In this week's address, the President addressed critical pieces of national security business that remained unfinished when the Senate left town.
As part of our new way forward with Cuba, the President in December instructed the Secretary of State to immediately launch a review of Cuba's designation as a State Sponsor of Terrorism, and conclude that review within six months. Last week, the Secretary of State rescinded Cuba's designation as a State Sponsor of Terrorism.
Last week, President Obama answered questions on climate change -- as well as other subjects such as trade and basketball -- during a Twitter Q&A from his new account, @POTUS. If you missed it, get the full recap here.