The Biden-Harris Administration launched the "SAVE Day of Action" to promote the SAVE Plan, which aims to reduce student loan payments for millions. Vice President Harris emphasized the administration's efforts in forgiving nearly $144 billion in student debt and encouraged enrollment in the SAVE Plan for lower or zero payments. Over 7.7 million borrowers already benefit from this initiative, and many are eligible for $0 monthly payments.
The campaign involves partnerships with over 40 entities, including federal agencies and private sector organizations, to spread awareness and boost enrollment. Actions range from social media campaigns to informational webinars, targeting over 100 million Americans. The SAVE Plan offers significant relief by cutting monthly payments, offering faster forgiveness, and preventing debt growth, particularly benefiting low-income earners, community college graduates, and public service workers.
First Lady Dr. Jill Biden and major health insurers and oncology practices aim to expand patient navigation services under the Cancer Moonshot program, enhancing cancer care for over 150 million Americans. This commitment involves covering navigation services to improve access to support for cancer patients and their families, facilitating a smoother transition from diagnosis to treatment, and helping complete treatments more efficiently. The effort targets reducing healthcare costs and addressing disparities by ensuring underrepresented communities receive the necessary resources. This move by the Biden administration is a significant step toward more compassionate, efficient, and equitable cancer care, reflecting a holistic approach that could influence broader healthcare practices.
Speaking at the Cancer Insurers Roundtable in the Roosevelt Room at The White House, Dr. Biden highlighted the profound impact of cancer diagnoses on individuals and their families and the transformative role of patient navigators in the cancer care journey. Highlighting words like "malignant," "aggressive," and "terminal," she illustrated the emotional and physical turmoil cancer patients endure. She explained that patient navigators are essential in guiding patients through the complex healthcare system, assisting with scheduling, medications, and logistics like transportation and child care.
The First Lady shared personal reflections on the significance of having support during cancer treatment. She advocated for a world where every cancer patient can access a patient navigator. She emphasized that we can significantly enhance cancer care and support systems through initiatives like the Biden Cancer Moonshot.
In a press briefing involving Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg, and Vice Admiral Peter Gautier, discussions centered on a recent bridge collapse in Maryland and the government's response. The briefing highlighted President Biden's commitment to aid the recovery and rebuilding efforts following the collapse that led to tragic losses and disruptions. Immediate actions included a unified government response, support for Baltimore and Maryland, and a focus on rebuilding and reopening the affected infrastructure. Investigations into the cause of the collapse are underway, emphasizing safety and recovery for the community and economy affected by this disaster. Additionally, Karine Jean-Pierre addressed various topics, including political support for President Biden, U.S. relations with Israel, and efforts to tackle the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. She reiterated the administration's commitment to democracy, rule of law, and responding to crises at home and abroad.
President Biden issued an Executive Order that aims to enhance the recognition and honor of women's contributions to the United States' history through the Federal Government, especially via the National Park Service. It acknowledges the historical underrepresentation of women's achievements and directs the Secretary of the Interior to assess and identify sites of national importance related to women's history. The order mandates conducting theme studies on women's history, ensuring diverse representation, and seeking recommendations to improve recognition of women's history in federal parks and programs. These efforts are part of broader initiatives to advance equity and equality, intending to present a more inclusive narrative of the nation's history and support a more equitable future.
President Biden issued a statement congratulating Bassirou Diomaye Faye on his election as the next president of Senegal. The President expressed warm wishes to the people of Senegal for upholding democracy by ensuring the right to vote and having those votes counted. He highlighted the long-standing partnership between Senegal and the United States, which spans over six decades. This partnership included cooperation on various fronts, such as counter-terrorism, food insecurity, climate change, anti-corruption efforts, and the promotion of democracy. President Biden looked forward to further strengthening these ties and working together for a more peaceful and prosperous future.
President Biden signs Executive Order to increase representation of women’s history in national parks and historic sites
