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"Immigration is a complex issue that raises strong feelings. And as we push for long-overdue action, we're going to hear the same sort of ugly rhetoric that has delayed reform for years -- despite long and widespread recognition that our current system fails us all and hurts our economy."

Speaking today against the backdrop of the U.S. and Mexican border in El Paso, Texas, President Obama renewed his commitment to the passage of comprehensive immigration reform. His speech honored America’s lasting heritage of immigration – and touted the promise of reform as an economic, security, and moral imperative.

Last night, CBS aired an exclusive interview with President Obama – the President’s only interview last week.

Late Sunday night, President Obama addressed the nation to announce that the United States killed Osama Bin Laden. The President delivered the remarks from the East Room of the White House.

Tonight starting at 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time, President Obama will speak to the American public about the ongoing situation in Libya. Over the several days, the United States has joined an international coalition to protect the Libyan people from government attacks and to institute a no fly zone, a mission that is limited, clear, and focused.

Democrats and Republicans must come together in the weeks ahead, setting aside partisanship to reach an agreement to fund the government for the rest of 2011. President Obama has been clear that he is eager to find common ground with Republicans that eliminates wasteful spending and fuels economic growth. But the President cannot support the Republicans’ current plan, which is a partisan effort to bulldoze crucial programs – one that would cripple our economy.

Yesterday, President Obama stood with Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to discuss the developing situation in Libya. The President condemned the violence as "outrageous" and "unacceptable," and said that his administration is monitoring the situation and considering the "full range of options we have to respond to this crisis."

As the economy begins to recover from the worst recession in 80 years, President Obama proposed a plan to strengthen the incubators of growth while also helping our country live within its means. The plan makes targeted investments in education, innovation, and infrastructure – and is designed not just to create jobs right now but also to reinforce the pillars of long-term stability.