Statement by President Obama on the Tornado in Missouri and the Severe Storms Across the Midwest

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–May 23, 2011.  

Michelle and I send our deepest condolences to the families of all those who lost their lives in the tornadoes and severe weather that struck Joplin, Missouri as well as communities across the Midwest today.  We commend the heroic efforts by those who have responded and who are working to help their friends and neighbors at this very difficult time. At my direction, FEMA is working with the affected areas’…