President Obama Delivers a Statement on the Ferguson Grand Jury's Decision

Speaking from the White House Briefing Room, President Obama spoke to the American people about the announcement of the grand jury's decision in the death of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri. The President joined Michael Brown’s parents in calling on anyone who protests to do so peacefully.

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Second Estimate of GDP for the Third Quarter of 2014

Real gross domestic product (GDP) grew 3.9 percent at an annual rate in the third quarter of 2014. And today’s upward revision affirms that economic growth in the third quarter was strong, consistent with a broad range of other indicators showing improvement in the labor market, increasing domestic energy security, and continued low health cost growth.

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Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel Steps Down

Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel announced yesterday that he would be stepping down from his position overseeing the Department of Defense. Hagel, who served in the Army during Vietnam, is the 24th Secretary of Defense.

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Chart of the Week: SHOP Marketplace Premiums Flat in 2015

Historically, small businesses have paid as much as 18 percent more than their larger competitors for the same coverage, reflecting high broker fees, administrative costs, and other factors. The Small Business Health Options Program (SHOP) tackles these problems by creating a competitive marketplace where small businesses can shop for coverage that meets their needs via a convenient online application.

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All times are Eastern Time (ET)

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

11:50 AM: The President and the Vice President meet with Secretary of Health and Human Services Burwell

1:00 PM: The President meets with senior advisors

1:45 PM: The President departs the White House en route Joint Base Andrews

2:00 PM: The President departs Joint Base Andrews en route Chicago, Illinois

3:50 PM: The President arrives Chicago, Illinois

4:50 PM: The President meets with community leaders to discuss immigration reform

5:35 PM: The President delivers remarks on immigration reform WATCH LIVE

7:25 PM: The President departs Chicago, Illinois

9:05 PM: The President arrives Joint Base Andrews

9:20 PM: The President arrives the White House