Dec. 19, 2011 Will House Republicans Allow Taxes To Go Up On 160 Million Americans?

Your Daily Snapshot for Monday, Dec. 19, 2011 Will House Republicans Allow Taxes To Go Up On 160 Million Americans? The President believes this is a make or break moment for the middle class, and that's why he is determined to protect the payroll tax cut for millions of Americans. It's time for House Republicans to listen to the American people, and their colleagues in the Senate, and agree to the bipartisan agreement to extend the payroll tax cut passed in the Senate. See why the payroll tax cut is important for families, businesses and the economy: In Case You Missed It Here are some of the top stories from the White House blog: Statement by White House Communications Director Dan Pfeiffer President Obama said that Congress cannot go home without preventing a tax increase on 160 million hardworking Americans, and the deal announced tonight meets that test. Extending the Payroll Tax Cut On Saturday, President Obama took a moment to address reporters on the plan from Congress to extend the payroll tax cut. Weekly Address: Honoring Those Who Served in Iraq President Obama expresses gratitude for the historic achievements of the brave men and women who have served in the war in Iraq -- and welcomes our troops home as we mark the official end to the war. Today's Schedule All times are Eastern Standard Time (EST). 10:15: The President receives the Presidential Daily Briefing 10:45: The President meets with senior advisors  1:45 PM: Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney    Indicates that the event will be live-streamed on WhiteHouse.gov/Live Get Updates Sign up for the Daily Snapshot Stay Connected Facebook Twitter YouTube Flickr iTunes This email was sent to ciii.307@hotmail.com Sign Up for Updates from the White House Privacy Policy Please do not reply to this email. Contact the White House The White House • 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW • Washington, DC 20500 • 202-456-1111