White House video and audio: WCVB's latest stories on politics

1 Dec 2008

Uncut: Obama Announces Security Team

President-elect Barack Obama announces his national security team, including Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton and current Defense Secretary Robert Gates.

"… how the best decisions are made. One of the dangers in the White House. Based on my reading of history is. That you get wrapped up a group thing and everybody agrees with. Everything and there's no. Discussion and there are no dissenting views so I'm going to be welcoming. A vigorous debate inside the White House. But understand. I will be setting policy as for us. I'll be responsible. For the vision that this team carries out and …" at 32:38

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43:38

30 Nov 2008

Laura Bush Receives '08 Tree

The first lade receives the 2008 Christmas tree at the White House on Sunday.

Episode Duration -- 1:08

26 Nov 2008

Uncut: Obama News Conference, Nov. 26

Watch in its entirety President-elect Barack Obama's news conference in which he appoints former Federal Reserve Chairman Paul Volcker to head new Economic Recovery Advisory Board.

"… States senate. I look forward to continuing our close collaboration. In the White House. I plan to announce the remaining members of the economic advisory. Economic recovery advisory board in the coming weeks and I look …" at 4:06

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26 Nov 2008

'Pumpkin' Avoids Thanksgiving Ax

President George W. Bush pardons "Pumpkin," an Iowa-raised fowl named the national turkey.

"… people finally spoke. The name of the ticket sent here to the White House. Pumpkin. And the -- Well it is right there. Economy is in an undisclosed location. My final Thanksgiving is the president. Over …" at 1:07

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26 Nov 2008

Black Comedians Promise To Skewer Obama

Black comedians say they won't pull punches when it comes to teasing the president-elect.

"… he's got to be funny they're going to be products in the White House there's meaningful. Michael Campbell -- present home. Evidence is gathered here today and -- got in the way can't. -- Got the …" at 0:26

"… mean do you want to talk about chicken and watermelon in the White House. …" at 1:22

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24 Nov 2008

Obama Cabinet: Right Moves Made?

President-elect Barack Obama's top advisor says those who serve in the new White House Cabinet will be partners, not employees.

Episode Duration -- 1:47

24 Nov 2008

Uncut: Obama News Conference

Watch in its entirety President-elect Barack Obama's news conference in which he introduces his new economic team.

"… playing the critical role of coordinating my administration's economic policy in the White House and I'll rely heavily on his advice. As we navigate. The unchartered waters of this economic crisis. As one of the most. …" at 5:12

"… liberal thinkers like. A look forward to a wise counsel in the White House. Finally we know that rebuilding our economy will require action on a great variety of fronts. From education and health care to …" at 6:30

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24 Nov 2008

Should Obama Be President Now?

Some argue the inauguration should be moved up so President-elect Barack Obama can get to work as quickly as possible.

"… Democrats in the house and the Senate. But also. By -- the White House itself. One idea is to change the constitution. And swearing in mr. Obama as soon as possible. I think we should seriously …" at 1:05

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21 Nov 2008

Did World Leaders Snub Bush?

Video makes it seem like President George W. Bush is the "most unpopular kid in high school."

"… them and start that they people are. -- any Hezbollah perceived snub White House noted. The president had already -- all of those leaders -- this picture is. The opportunity. That aren't. When -- diplomatic protocol …" at 0:56

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20 Nov 2008

Obama Builds Cabinet

Speculation is swirling about possible frontrunners for President-elect Barack Obama's cabinet. As names are surfacing, so are potential controversies.

"… Voted for the war this as incoming White House chief of staff Ron Emmanuel sounded a bipartisan note on Capitol Hill. …" at 1:06

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