Weekly Washington Outlook – September 29, 2014
What to Watch This Week:
Congress:
House:
The House is in recess, returning the week of November 10.
Senate:
The Senate is in recess, returning the week of November 10.
White House:
On Monday, the president will attend a Democratic National Committee event in Washington. In the evening, President Obama will host Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India for a private dinner at the White House. Vice President Biden will also attend.
On Tuesday, the president will host Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India at the White House. The two leaders will discuss ways to accelerate economic growth, bolster security cooperation, and collaborate in activities that bring long-term benefits to both countries and the world. They will also focus on regional issues, including current developments in Afghanistan, Syria and Iraq. The vice president will also participate.
On Wednesday, President Obama will host Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House. The president looks forward to discussing with the Prime Minister Israel’s relations with the Palestinians, including the situation in Gaza; developments related to Iran; and the international effort to combat ISIL. Vice President Biden will also participate. In the afternoon, President Obama will welcome Sporting Kansas City to honor their 2013 MLS Cup Championship. In the evening, he will travel to Chicago.
On Thursday, the president will return from Chicago. In the evening, he will deliver remarks at the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute’s Annual Awards Gala at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center.
On Friday, President Obama will attend unspecified meetings at the White House.