White House Office Hours: We Answer Your Questions Live
This week, the White House is holding office hours to answer questions directly from the public, live via Twitter. The first session was with the Deputy Director of the National Economic Council, Brian Deese. Follow @WhiteHouse for the latest updates or submit a question using the hashtag #WHChat.
Check out yesterday's questions and answers and see the full office hours schedule here.
Infographic: Where does our national debt come from?
In Case You Missed It
Here are some of the top stories from the White House blog.
Americans respond to President Obama's speech by phone, email - and twitter
Throughout the day, we've seen reports that Congress' switchboards and websites have been overwhelmed by Americans responding to what President Obama said last night. At this end of Pennsylvania Avenue, we've noticed a bump in messages from Americans – email is coming in at nearly 5 times the normal rate.
Baseline Basics
The CBO releases its analysis of the debt ceiling extension and deficit reduction plan that the House of Representatives is considering. Jack Lew, Director of the Office of Management and Budget, discusses our opposition to this bill as the President explained in his address to the nation.
Deficit Crisis: State and Local Officials Call for a Balanced Approach
Following the President's address on the deficit crisis, Governors and Mayors from across the country are speaking out in support of compromise
Today's Schedule
All times are Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).
10:00 AM: The President and the Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing
10:30 AM: The President meets with senior advisors
1:30 PM: Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney 
Indicates event will be streamed at WhiteHouse.gov/live
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