DAILY SNAPSHOT
Monday, March 23, 2015

Five Years Later:

On March 23, 2010, President Obama signed a historic law that has transformed the lives of millions of Americans. Thanks to Obamacare, people across the country have more affordable coverage, higher quality care, and better health.

Today, more than 16 million Americans have gained health coverage that suits their needs. 76 million people are now benefiting from preventative care coverage. Up to 129 million people with pre-existing conditions are no longer at risk of being denied coverage. The facts are in: the Affordable Care Act is working.

Look back at the passage of the Affordable Care Act and see what it has done for America since.

What You Missed: The White House Student Film Festival

A few months ago, we asked students across the country to create short films about the Impact of Giving Back, and to show us what service means to them. We received more than 1,500 submissions this year, and this past Friday and Saturday, we screened our 15 Official Selections at the second-annual White House Film Festival.

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The First Lady’s Travel Journal: Make Your Own Mark on Our World

The First Lady wrapped up her trip to Japan and Cambodia this past weekend, where she met with national and community leaders, teachers, and students in order to further the new Let Girls Learn initiative. Take a look at the incredible photos from the First Lady’s trip and read through her travel journal.

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Weekly Address: It’s Time to Confirm Loretta Lynch

In this week’s address, the President called on Republicans in Congress to stop playing politics with law enforcement and national security and confirm Loretta Lynch as Attorney General of the United States. Congressional Republicans have made this the longest confirmation process for an Attorney General in three decades.

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All times are Eastern Time (ET)

10:00 AM: The President and the Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing

11:10 AM: The President views student science fair projects

11:45 AM: The President delivers remarks at the White House Science Fair

12:30 PM: Press Briefing by Press Secretary Josh Earnest

2:10 PM: The President delivers remarks at the SelectUSA Investment Summit