By Federal Newswire | Oct 2, 2024
The Justice Department has announced a settlement with the Maryland Department of State Police (MDSP) concerning allegations of discriminatory hiring practices. The United States claims that MDSP's hiring process for state troopers violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. According to these allegations, the written test used by MDSP discriminates against Black candidates, while the physical fitness test discriminates against female candidates. The settlement agreement is pending approval from a federal judge.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 2, 2024
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Area Port of San Luis have seized over 175 pounds of narcotics during a smuggling attempt. The incident occurred on Saturday, September 28, at around 10:30 p.m., involving an 18-year-old male U.S. citizen driving a Chevrolet SUV from Mexico to the San Luis I Port of Entry.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 2, 2024
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has designated one individual and three companies for facilitating weapons procurement and smuggling operations for Ansarallah, also known as the Houthis. The targeted entities are based in Iran and China and have allegedly assisted the Houthis in acquiring materials needed for advanced missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
By Federal Newswire | Oct 2, 2024
A senior executive from a Michigan-based asphalt paving company has admitted to his involvement in two separate bid-rigging conspiracies. David A. Coppola, vice president of Al’s Asphalt Paving Company Inc., based in Taylor, Michigan, entered a guilty plea today for conspiring with Asphalt Specialists LLC (ASI), F. Allied Construction Company Inc. (Allied), and their employees to manipulate bids for asphalt paving services contracts within the state.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 2, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Mid-Atlantic Region, alongside U.S. Representative Bobby Scott (VA-03), organized a roundtable at Norfolk State University to address environmental justice concerns in Norfolk. The meeting brought together around 20 experts and focused on strategies to tackle the city's pressing environmental challenges.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 2, 2024
Special Envoy for North Korean Human Rights Issues Julie Turner and Ambassador-at-Large for Global Criminal Justice Beth Van Schaack are set to visit the Republic of Korea from October 7-11, 2024. During their stay in Seoul, they will co-host a strategic workshop on accountability for human rights violations in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK). This event is organized by the Center for Justice and Accountability with funding from the State Department’s Office of Global Criminal Justice.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 2, 2024
The Heritage Foundation has announced the appointment of Steve Yates as a senior research fellow for China and National Security Policy at the Davis Institute’s Asian Studies Center. Yates previously served at The Heritage Foundation as a senior policy analyst from 1996 to 2001, during which he was awarded the W. Glenn and Rita Ricardo Campbell Award.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 2, 2024
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) is urging small business owners to participate actively in the upcoming election.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 2, 2024
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has initiated a process to update its Multifamily Asset Management and Project Servicing Handbook. This marks the first comprehensive revision since 1992. The department is also seeking public feedback to enhance the implementation and operational efficiency of multifamily projects for its internal asset management team, property owners, and managers.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 2, 2024
Nicole M. Argentieri, Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General and Head of the Criminal Division, addressed a symposium organized by the Center for Strategic and International Studies and the Computer Crime and Intellectual Property Section (CCIPS). Her remarks focused on the opportunities and risks presented by artificial intelligence in law enforcement.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 2, 2024
Ohio State Representative Warren Davidson has announced the Evaluating DeFi Opportunities Act, which mandates that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), and Secretary of the Treasury conduct a study on decentralized finance (DeFi). This legislation aims to explore the potential and regulatory implications of DeFi.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 1, 2024
According to the Council on Foreign Relations, Mexican drug cartels are the primary suppliers of cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, and fentanyl to the United States. The DEA's 2024 National Drug Threat Assessment named fentanyl the deadliest drug in U.S. history.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 1, 2024
The Sept. 12 graduation of 28 new computer forensic analysts was the largest to date, according to the DHS HSI news release. All of the graduates are military veterans.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 1, 2024
Ruben Oseguera-Gonzalez, known as El Menchito, was convicted of conspiring to distribute five kilograms or more of cocaine, and 500 grams or more of methamphetamine, and other charges, according to a Sept. 24 news release from the US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).
By Federal Newswire | Oct 1, 2024
The House Foreign Affairs Committee has approved a resolution, with amendments, calling on Nigeria to release Tigran Gambaryan, a U.S. citizen and Binance executive currently detained in the country.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 1, 2024
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division and the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development have initiated a joint strategic enforcement initiative to address violations of federal and state child labor laws. This effort aims to prevent children from working in hazardous jobs, which is a priority for both agencies.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 1, 2024
The United States has extended its congratulations to Claudia Sheinbaum on her inauguration as President of Mexico. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken issued a statement recognizing the significance of the democratic process in Mexico and acknowledging the historic nature of this event.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 1, 2024
The Administration is taking action to monitor and address potential impacts on consumers of labor disputes at East Coast and Gulf Coast ports. The strike at these ports will not impact crude oil, gasoline, natural gas, and other liquid fuel exports and imports, as such operations are handled by other workers. Therefore, the strike will not have any immediate impact on fuel supplies or prices.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 1, 2024
U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona has announced the appointment of six education leaders to the National Assessment Governing Board, which oversees the Nation's Report Card. The new members include Danielle Gonzales and Jared Solomon, while four current members have been reappointed.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 1, 2024
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has proposed a new grant program to assist veterans and former service members in upgrading their military discharge status and accessing VA benefits. This initiative aims to fund entities that provide legal support, helping veterans improve their military records or seek a review before correction boards.
