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The U.S. Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps marches across the South Lawn during the Arrival Ceremony for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and His Royal Highness The Prince Philip Duke of Edinburgh Monday, May 7, 2007, on the South Lawn. White House photo by Lynden Steele

President Bush Exchanges Toasts with Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II: President Bush on Monday said, "Our alliance is rooted in the beliefs that we share. We recognize that every individual has dignity and matchless value. We believe that the most effective governments are those that hold themselves accountable to their people. And we know that the advance of freedom is the best hope for lasting peace in our world."
Welcoming Queen Elizabeth II
Visit of Queen Elizabeth II Discussed on "Ask the White House": On Tuesday, Raymond Martinez, Acting U.S. Chief of Protocol discussed the visit of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and His Royal Highness The Prince Philip Duke of Edinburgh. View the transcript
President Bush Welcomes Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II to the White House: President Bush on Monday said, "Laura and I are honored to welcome back to the White House Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, and His Royal Highness Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh. ... Our two nations hold fundamental values in common. We honor our traditions and our shared history. We recognize that the strongest societies respect the rights and dignity of the individual. We understand and accept the burdens of global leadership. And we have built our special relationship on the surest foundations -- our deep and abiding love of liberty."
Welcoming Queen Elizabeth II
Press Briefing by Tony Snow: Watch Monday's Press Briefing with White House Press Secretary Tony Snow
President Bush Discusses Tornado Devastation in Greensburg, Kansas: President Bush on Sunday said, "Our hearts are heavy for the loss of life in Greensburg, Kansas. A tornado devastated that community. ... There's a certain spirit in the Midwest of our country, a pioneer spirit that still exists, and I'm confident this community will be rebuilt. To the extent that we can help, we will. The most important thing now, though, is for our citizens to ask for the good Lord to comfort those who hurt."
Statement on Federal Disaster Assistance for Kansas

March 29, 2007
President Bush Participates in Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony Honoring the Tuskegee Airmen

May 4, 2007

Welcoming Queen Elizabeth II

On Monday, the President and Mrs. Bush welcomed Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and His Royal Highness The Prince Philip Duke of Edinburgh for a State Visit to celebrate the 400th Anniversary of the Jamestown Settlement. The United States and the United Kingdom enjoy an extraordinary friendship that is sustained by deep historical and cultural ties and a commitment to defend freedom around the world.

Welcoming Queen Elizabeth II

President of Haiti

Today, President Bush welcomes President Rene Preval of Haiti to the White House to discuss a range of issues, including recent efforts by the United Nations stabilization mission in Haiti to enhance security and opportunities for promoting growth and prosperity in Haiti.

In Focus: Global Diplomacy

Emergency War Spending

President Bush calls on Congress to pass an emergency war spending bill quickly to provide the funds our troops urgently need. Our men and women in uniform deserve the gratitude of every American. And from their elected leaders, they deserve something more: the funds, resources, and equipment they need to do their jobs.

In Focus: Defense

Setting the Record Straight

� Iraq Is The Central Front Of Al Qaeda's Global Campaign

� Democrats Continue Misrepresenting Gen. Petraeus� Comments

� Reid vs. Reid: A State Of Confusion Setting the Record Straight

Setting the Record Straight

Global War on Terror

President Bush's top priority is the safety and security of the American people. Though America and its allies are safer since 9/11, we are not yet safe. We have important challenges ahead as we wage a long-term battle not just against terrorists, but against the ideology that supports their agenda.

In Focus: National Security

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