The official account of @StateDept’s Spokesperson. Follow @StateDeputySPOX for updates until the next Spokesperson is named.

Dept. of State, Washington, DC
Joined October 2013
Over two years ago, we reinstated the @StateDept Daily Press Briefing. In my first briefing, I said that not only do we need an engaged, active press corps to hold us accountable — we welcome it. It was true then, and it’s true today, my last day as Spokesperson.
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It's been an honor to represent @StateDept at the podium these last two years, participating in an essential part of the democratic process. This is certainly not goodbye for me — and I’m so fortunate to be able to continue working with my tremendous @StateDept colleagues.
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SRSG Bathily’s initiative has full UNSC support, offering Libyan leaders the best chance to end turmoil and secure legitimacy through elections. We urge Libyan leaders to work with the SRSG to build on progress and conclude an agreement for a stable and democratic future.
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The U.S. is troubled by Azerbaijan’s recent political party law. We urge the authorities to incorporate Venice Commission and @osce_odihr recommendations and to respect fundamental freedoms, including of association.
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As I discussed with @mitchellreports @MSNBC: These types of encounters and reckless maneuvers have the potential to lead to something much more dangerous. They have the potential to be escalatory. And our message to the Russians is that this cannot continue.
State Dept. spokesperson Ned Price: Russian jet collision with U.S. drone likely ‘unintentional’ @StateDeptSpox @MSNBC msnbc.com/andrea-mitchell-re…
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The U.S. welcomes the announcement that Saudi Arabia will purchase up to 121 aircraft from Boeing in a $37 billion deal. This deal represents another step in realizing President Biden’s vision for a more prosperous and interconnected Middle East region. state.gov/saudi-arabias-purc…
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Today was my final in-person press briefing. One person stands at the podium, but briefing requires assistance from many more. Thanks to my colleagues for the teamwork and to the reporters who ask tough and necessary questions every day. I’m grateful to have had this opportunity.
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Our alliances and partnerships have played a key role in contributing to peace and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific for the last 70 years. AUKUS deepens our longstanding diplomatic, security, and defense cooperation to meet the challenges of the 21st century.state.gov/aukus-leaders-anno…
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March 10 is International Day of Women Judges. This year, we have an exceptional candidate seeking a seat on the World Court. Prof Sarah Cleveland is a brilliant scholar and seasoned practitioner of int'l law. The U.S. proudly endorses @clevelandICJ’s candidacy for the @CIJ_ICJ.
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