Dr. Moniz is a world-class scientist with expertise in a range of energy sources.

It is a great pleasure to welcome my friend Prime Minister Erdogan back to the White House.

The issue of sexual assault in our Armed Forces undermines that trust.

Richard T. Metsger, of Oregon, to be a Member of the National Credit Union Administration Board for a term expiring August 2, 2017, vice Gigi Hyland, resigned.

Today we focus on three areas that I want to highlight.

I am pleased that today, by a unanimous vote, the Senate confirmed Ernest Moniz as our next Energy Secretary.

We are going to keep working for a Syria that is free from Asad's tyranny.

He also shares my conviction that the United States must lead the world in developing more sustainable sources of energy.

I am intent on making sure that we do everything we can to prevent another tragedy like this from happening.

This is not a sideshow.

The American people deserve to have the utmost confidence and trust in their government.

Throughout his career working in both Democratic and Republican administrations, Danny has proven an effective leader who serves with professionalism, integrity and skill.

She will be a diligent, judicious and esteemed addition to the Tenth Circuit bench.

We want to thank you for the cooperation that you provided us in threats against the United States.

The future looks bright for U.S.-Turkish economic relations.

We are working together in priority sectors for our economies.

Daniel R. Russel, of New York, to be an Assistant Secretary of State (East Asian and Pacific Affairs), vice Kurt M. Campbell, resigned.

I want to express our condolences to the Turkish people and the victims of the outrageous bombings that took place in Reyhanli.