Weekend Interview: Eyal Yakoby Challenges Media Misinformation & Antisemitism
By Federal Newswire | Feb 21, 2025
Eyal Yakoby, a rising voice among Generation Z, is proving that young people can play a critical role in shaping the political and cultural discourse of our time. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania and an incoming student at MIT, Yakoby has gained prominence as an online influencer with over 90,000 followers on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram. But his influence extends beyond social media.
Weekend Interview: Brenda Hafera on Preserving American History and Values
By Federal Newswire | Feb 21, 2025
Brenda Hafera, Assistant Director and Senior Policy Analyst at the Heritage Foundation's Simons Center for American Studies, has spent her career studying, preserving, and advocating for America’s founding principles. In a recent interview, she shared her insights into patriotism, historical education, and the ongoing cultural battles over America's national identity.
State Department designates MS-13 as foreign terrorist organization
By Federal Newswire | Feb 21, 2025
Yesterday, the State Department officially designated the violent gang MS-13 as a foreign terrorist organization.
Trump discusses potential political runs and sports event
By Federal Newswire | Feb 21, 2025
Donald J. Trump's recent posts on Truth Social address key political figures' potential candidacies in Florida and Michigan while also touching upon an upcoming hockey game against Canada.
CCIA highlights key barriers affecting US digital exports
By Federal Newswire | Feb 21, 2025
As U.S. trade policymakers turn their attention to removing discriminatory trade barriers, the Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) has published a list of significant digital trade obstacles affecting U.S. digital exports.
CCIA voices concern over new Vermont legislation impacting minors' online privacy
By Federal Newswire | Feb 21, 2025
The Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) has voiced its concerns to Vermont lawmakers regarding the Vermont Age-Appropriate Design Code Act (VAADC), a bill identified as S. 69/H. 210.
Tax Foundation urges Congress for permanent full expensing policy
By Federal Newswire | Feb 20, 2025
The Tax Foundation has called for permanent full expensing for capital investment as a crucial element in the tax reform package being crafted by Republicans this year.
FTC halts Gravity Defyer's unsupported pain-relief claims; imposes penalties
By Federal Newswire | Feb 20, 2025
Gravity Defyer Medical Technology Corporation and its owner, Alexander Elnekaveh, have been ordered to cease making unsupported claims about the pain-relief benefits of their footwear.
Mission man receives lengthy sentence for drug trafficking while under federal supervision
By Federal Newswire | Feb 20, 2025
A 56-year-old man from Mission, Texas, has been sentenced to prison for drug trafficking while under federal supervision.
NAR resolves compliance issue with Phoenix REALTORS over MLS Choice offering
By Federal Newswire | Feb 20, 2025
The National Association of REALTORS (NAR) has reached an agreement with Phoenix REALTORS, ensuring the local association's compliance with NAR's Constitution and Bylaws.
Bokeelia man pleads guilty to possession of child sexual abuse material
By Federal Newswire | Feb 20, 2025
Vincent Jay Yau, a 42-year-old resident of Bokeelia, Florida, has entered a guilty plea for possessing child sexual abuse material.
Shiprock man pleads guilty to firearm assault charges
By Federal Newswire | Feb 20, 2025
A Shiprock man has entered a guilty plea to two counts of assault with a dangerous weapon in a case involving firearm use.
Federal inmate receives life sentence for cellmate's murder at Terre Haute facility
By Federal Newswire | Feb 20, 2025
Lawrence Taylor, a federal inmate, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of his cellmate at the Federal Correctional Complex in Terre Haute, Indiana.
Mexican man convicted for illegal reentry into US after deportation
By Federal Newswire | Feb 20, 2025
A jury in Rapid City, South Dakota, has found Celso Diaz-Martinez, a 52-year-old Mexican national, guilty of illegal reentry after deportation.
Inmate receives extra two-year sentence for contraband possession
By Federal Newswire | Feb 20, 2025
A former Pittsburgh resident has been sentenced to two additional years in federal prison for possessing contraband while incarcerated.
Germany considers cutting corporate tax rate amid prolonged recession
By Federal Newswire | Feb 20, 2025
Germany's economy is facing a prolonged recession, with GDP stagnating for two years and not surpassing pre-pandemic levels.
App Association supports comprehensive privacy legislation for children's online safety
By Federal Newswire | Feb 20, 2025
The App Association, a global trade association representing small and medium-sized technology companies, has expressed its support for the Senate Judiciary Committee's focus on children's online safety.
Donald J. Trump's social media activity highlights key events and political support
By Federal Newswire | Feb 20, 2025
Former President Donald J. Trump has recently taken to his Truth Social platform to share updates regarding significant events and political endorsements as of February 20, 2025.
California agency proposes updates on privacy act rules
By Federal Newswire | Feb 20, 2025
The California Privacy Protection Agency has issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking aimed at updating regulations under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
Secretary Noem authorizes agents for immigration enforcement
By Federal Newswire | Feb 20, 2025
On Tuesday, Secretary Noem signed a memorandum that allows up to 600 special agents from the State Department’s Diplomatic Security Service to assist in arresting and deporting illegal immigrants.
