Obama guidance & press schedule Sept. 27, 28, 2014. CBC speech

WASHINGTON–On Saturday, President Barack Obama delivers a speech at a dinner for the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s 44th Annual Legislative Conference.

Below, from the White House…..

WHITE HOUSE

Office of the Press Secretary

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

September 26, 2014

WEEKEND GUIDANCE AND PRESS SCHEDULE FOR

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2014 AND SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2014

On Saturday, the President will deliver remarks at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s 44th Annual Legislative Conference Phoenix Awards Dinner in Washington, DC. The First Lady will also attend. The President’s remarks at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center are open to pre-credentialed media and will be livestreamed on www.WhiteHouse.gov/live.

On Sunday, the President has no public events scheduled.

Saturday’s In-Town Travel Pool

Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg

Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP

TV Corr & Crew: ABC

Print: Washington Post

Radio: FOX

Sunday’s In-Town Travel Pool

Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg

Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP

TV Corr & Crew: CBS

Print: Washington Times

Radio: NBC

Saturday, September 27, 2014

EDT

10:30AM In-Town Pool Call Time

9:00PM THE PRESIDENT delivers remarks at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s 44th Annual Legislative Conference Phoenix Awards Dinner; THE FIRST LADY also attends

Walter E. Washington Convention Center

Open to Pre-Credentialed Media (In-Town Travel Pool Gather 7:45PM – North Doors of the Palm Room)

**Pool should dress in dark attire for this formal event**

Sunday, September 28, 2014

EDT

10:30AM In-Town Pool Call Time

Schedule for the Week of September 29, 2014

On Monday, the President will attend a DNC event in Washington, DC. In the evening, the President will host Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India for a private dinner at the White House. The Vice President will also attend.

On Tuesday, the President will host Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India at the White House. The two leaders will discuss a range of issues of mutual interest in order to expand and deepen the U.S.-India strategic partnership. They will discuss ways to accelerate economic growth, bolster security cooperation, and collaborate in activities that bring long-term benefits to both countries and the world. They will also focus on regional issues, including current developments in Afghanistan, Syria and Iraq, where India and the United States can work together with partners towards a positive outcome. The President looks forward to working with the Prime Minister to fulfill the promise of the U.S.-India strategic partnership for the benefit of both our citizens and the world. The Vice President will also participate.

On Wednesday, the President will host Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House. The President looks forward to discussing with the Prime Minister Israel’s relations with the Palestinians, including the situation in Gaza; developments related to Iran; and the international effort to combat ISIL. Prime Minister Netanyahu’s visit is a demonstration of the deep and enduring bonds between the United States and Israel, and our close consultations on a range of regional issues.The Vice President will also participate. In the afternoon, the President will welcome Sporting Kansas City to honor their 2013 MLS Cup Championship. In the evening, the President will travel to Chicago, Illinois, where he will remain overnight. Further details on the President’s travel to Chicago will be made available in the coming days.

On Thursday, the President will return from Chicago. In the evening, the President will deliver remarks at the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute’s Annual Awards Gala at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center.

On Friday, the President will attend meetings at the White House.

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