Wednesday, May 04, 2011

Obama's Schedule May 5

Photo by Ed Henry of people lining the streets of NYC to see Obama
Update: live stream
Update: Bush isn't going because he feels snubbed. I wrongly gave him the benefit of the doubt.
Obama is lunching with a dozen firefighters from Engine 54/Ladder 4, according to CBS' Mark Knoller.

Note: Obama is NOT speaking today in NYC. It's meant to be a solemn day. He will be speaking later at the Cinco de Mayo reception.

Times are eastern.
9:30 AM
Obama departs the White House en route Andrews Air Force Base.

9:45 AM
Obama departs Andrews Air Force Base en route New York, New York.

10:00 AM
Biden hosts a meeting with members of Congress to begin work on a legislative framework for comprehensive deficit reduction.

10:35 AM
Obama arrives in New York, New York.

1:25 PM
Obama participates in a wreath laying ceremony, where he'll lay a wreath at the Survivor Tree. Obama is NOT expected to speak. Look for a possible live stream here.

1:30 PM
Biden participates in a wreath laying ceremony and meets with 9/11 family members and first responders at the 9/11 memorial at the Pentagon.

1:45 PM
Obama meets privately with 9/11 family members and first responders.

3:10 PM
Obama departs New York, New York en route Andrews Air Force Base.


4:15 PM
Obama arrives at the White House.

6:00 PM
Barack and Michelle Obama host a Cinco de Mayo reception; Barack Obama delivers remarks. Live stream.