Pool Reports of October 9, 2023

In-town pool report #1: lid

Hi everyone -- The White House has called a lid for the day, before the pool call time. We will not be seeing the president today.

Have a good one.

In-Town Pool Report #2: Biden updated on Israel

From the White House:

President Biden met this morning with Secretary of State Tony Blinken, National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan, Principal Deputy National Security Advisor Jon Finer, Homeland Security Advisor Liz Sherwood-Randall, and White House Chief of Staff Jeff Zients this morning for updates. He directed his team to follow up on coordination with Israel on all aspects of the crisis and to continue their work with regional partners to warn anyone who might seek to take advantage in this situation. This afternoon, President Biden will be speaking with several of our close allies about the latest developments in Israel and we will have more to share soon.

In-Town Pool Report #3: White House lit in Israeli flag colors

From the White House:

This evening, the White House will be illuminated in the blue and white colors of the Israeli flag as a symbol of the United States' 75-year relationship. This symbolizes the ironclad support and solidarity of the American people with the people of Israel in the wake of the barbaric terrorist attacks committed by Hamas.

In-town pool Report #4: Biden interviewed by Special Counsel

Statement from White House Counsel's Office spokesperson Ian Sams:
"The President has been interviewed as part of the investigation being led by Special Counsel Robert Hur. The voluntary interview was conducted at the White House over two days, Sunday and Monday, and concluded Monday. As we have said from the beginning, the President and the White House are cooperating with this investigation, and as it has been appropriate, we have provided relevant updates publicly, being as transparent as we can consistent with protecting and preserving the integrity of the investigation. We would refer other questions to the Justice Department at this time."