Barack Obama actually said...

I do proclaim that the modifications made by section A of Annex I to this proclamation shall be effective with respect to goods of Singapore...

At my direction, FEMA is working with the affected areas' State and local officials to support response and recovery efforts.

We commend the heroic efforts by those who have responded and who are working to help their friends and neighbors at this very difficult tim...

The Federal Government stands ready to help our fellow Americans as needed.