From: Collins, Michael Sent: Friday, May 27, 2022 1:27 PM To: Wranglers Subject: [EXTERNAL] Out-of-town pool report #9 Pool was ushered back to the vans immediately after the presentation of diplomas ended and the new graduates tossed their hats into the air. Pool did not see POTUS return to the motorcade. The rain held off for the duration of the ceremony, but at 1:08 pm, the skies over Annapolis opened up and a downpour ensued. At 1:26 pm, we are still awaiting departure. Michae
The White House Logo FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 27, 2022 REMARKS BY PRESIDENT BIDEN AT THE UNITED STATES NAVAL ACADEMYS CLASS OF 2022 GRADUATION AND COMMISSIONING CEREMONY Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium Annapolis, Maryland 10:37 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello, Naval Academy! Whoa. Before I begin my speech, a thought crossed my mind as I was told the Class of 72 is here. I was appointed to the Academy in 1965 by a senator who I was running against in 1972. (Laughter.) Never planne
The White House Logo FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 27, 2022 President Joe Biden to Travel to California On Wednesday, June 8, the President and the First Lady will be in Los Angeles, California to host the Ninth Summit of the Americas. The Summit will bring together governments from across our hemisphere to focus on pressing challenges, including economic prosperity, climate change, the migration crisis, and the COVID-19 pandemic. The Vice President and the Second Gentleman will also travel to L
From: "Collins, Michael" Date: May 27, 2022 at 11:50:24 AM EDT To: Wranglers Subject: [EXTERNAL] Out-of-town pool report #8: Presentation of diplomas More color from the ceremony: The sun broke through the clouds briefly and a light breeze blew as Marine Corps selectees rose from their seats, raised their right hands and swore to support and uphold the Constitution during their commissioning ceremony. A few minutes later, Navy selectees stood and took their oath of office. POTUS remained on
The White House Logo May 27, 2022 PRAYER FOR PEACE, MEMORIAL DAY, 2022 - - - - - - - BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION On Memorial Day, we remember the patriots who gave their lives in the service of America, in the service of freedom, and in the service of justice. They made the ultimate sacrifice to defend our Constitution and our democracy. We are free because they were brave, and we live by the light of the flame of liberty they kept burning. They are
From: Collins, Michael Sent: Friday, May 27, 2022 11:02 AM To: Wranglers Subject: [EXTERNAL] Out-of-town pool report #7: POTUS concludes POTUS wrapped up his remarks at 11 a.m. Michael Collins White House Correspondent USA Today Email: [EMAIL ADDRESS] (mailto:[EMAIL ADDRESS]) Twitter: @mcollinsNEWS Cell: XXX-XXX-XXXX
From: Collins, Michael Sent: Friday, May 27, 2022 10:35 AM To: Wranglers Subject: [EXTERNAL] Out-of-town pool report #6: POTUS speaks POTUS was introduced at 10:34 a.m. and began his remarks. Michael Collins White House Correspondent USA Today Email: [EMAIL ADDRESS] (mailto:[EMAIL ADDRESS]) Twitter: @mcollinsNEWS Cell: XXX-XXX-XXXX
From: "Collins, Michael" Date: May 27, 2022 at 10:25:40 AM EDT To: Wranglers Subject: [EXTERNAL] Out-of-town pool report #5: Ceremony begins POTUS took the stage to cheers and applause at 10:17 a.m. He was wearing a face mask, but removed it when he arrived at his position on the stage. He placed a hand over his heart as he was greeted with a 21-gun salute, which was followed by the playing of the National Anthem. More details from the White House: Attendees at the United States Naval A
The White House Logo FORWARDING FROM U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION - - - - - - - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 27, 2022 Contact: [EMAIL ADDRESS] White House, U.S. Department of Transportation Appoint New Port and Supply Chain Envoy to Work on Supply Chain Disruptions WASHINGTON Today, the White House and the U.S. Department of Transportation announced that Retired General Stephen R. Lyons, former Commander of the U.S. Transportation Command, will be the new Port and Supply Chain Envoy to
From: Collins, Michael Sent: Friday, May 27, 2022 10:05 AM To: Wranglers Subject: [EXTERNAL] Print pool report #4: Color from the stadium Some color from the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium: The graduating class is seated in rows of white folding chairs on the stadium grounds facing the stage. Family, friends and other spectators are seated in the stands, which are mostly full. The skies are overcast and theres an occasional breeze, but no rain so far. The ceremonies will be