Curated Video
Valet To President Trump Tests Positive For COVID-19
According to a source who spoke with CNN, the U.S. Navy member was showing symptoms Wednesday morning.
Curated Video
Biden Zeroes In On Economic Message As Campaign Winds Down
President Biden is traveling to New York on Thursday, to Philadelphia on Friday and scheduled to headline a political rally Tuesday in Florida.
Curated Video
Appeals Court Rules President Trump Can't Use Military Funds For Wall
A federal appeals court ruled the Trump administration can't use military funding to build the wall along the southern border.
Curated Video
President Trump Signs Order To Protect Nation's Monuments
President Donald Trump said he signed an executive order to protect monuments after protesters tore several of them down.
BrainPOP
U.S. Symbols
United States symbols are the subject of a video brought to you by BrainPop Jr. Hosts, Annie and Moby, begin with a definition of the word symbol, then go on to detail ten American symbols—the American flag, a Bald Eagle, the Liberty...
National Constitution Center
The Executive Branch
While the president is perhaps the most famous politician, why did the Founding Fathers create the office? While it has evolved over time, the presidency has its roots in the American Revolution. A video resource—created for Constitution...
HISTORY Channel
America 101: What Happens on Inauguration Day?
Is Inauguration Day always on January 20th? Do incoming presidents always take the oath of office on a Bible? Learn the answers to these questions and more with an informative and entertaining video about Inauguration Day.
Have Fun With History
Have Fun With History: The White House
A video of the White House showing its history from 1797 to 1952. Includes a link to current information about this important building.
Have Fun With History
Have Fun With History: Calvin Coolidge at the White House
A video exploring the early history of the White House. Learn that early on, the White House was open to all with no need for invitation. Over time and for obvious reasons, visitation took on a more formal and secure precedure. [1:25]
Other
Reading Through History: What Is the White House?
This video provides a brief history of the White House. It also provides a description of the building's main features, including the more famous rooms in the presidential mansion. [7:56]
A&E Television
History.com: White House
It may not have been home to the president until 1800 or even called the White House until 1901, but it remains a symbol of freedom and democracy throughout the world. Check out this short video [1:35]
A&E Television
History.com: History Shorts: Turning Over the White House
The White House is meant to reflect its occupant, and when a new president comes to town, things have to be changed very quickly. Watch this video [1:03] to get an idea of the changes.