Whitehouse.gov facts for kids
Main page in January 2018
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Type of site
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Government Web site |
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| Available in | English and Spanish (not available in Spanish as of January 20, 2017 except for archived versions) |
| Owner | The United States government |
| Revenue | N/A |
| Website | whitehouse.gov |
| Alexa rank | ▲ 3,601 (December 2013[update]) |
| Commercial | No |
| Registration | N/A |
| Launched | October 20, 1994 |
| Current status | Active |
Whitehouse.gov is the official website for the White House, which is where the U.S. President lives and works. The United States government owns this website. It first started online in October 1994.
This website is a great place to find out what's happening with the President and the government. It shares important news, announcements, and speeches. You can also learn about events from American history.
The team working for each new president updates the website. This means the look and content change when a new president takes office. All the information on the website is free for everyone to use.
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What You Can Find on Whitehouse.gov
Whitehouse.gov has lots of useful information. It shares the latest news from the White House. You can read about the President's daily activities. It also includes important announcements and speeches.
Learning About the President
The website is a main source for official news about the President. It shares details about their public appearances. You can also find copies of speeches they have given. Sometimes, it includes special messages from the President.
Government Decisions Explained
The site also explains important government decisions. This includes things like executive orders. These are special instructions from the President. They help the government do its work. The website makes sure people know about these decisions.
How the Website Changes
The Whitehouse.gov website is always changing. When a new president is elected, their team takes over the website. They update it to match the new administration's goals. This makes sure the site always has the most current information.
Images for kids
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The website during the presidency of Bill Clinton, 1995
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The "We the People" logo
