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House Judiciary Committee releases report on alleged interference before 2020 election

The House Judiciary Committee, along with its Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government, has released an interim report titled "Election Interference: How the FBI 'Prebunked' A True Story About the Biden Family's...


Ripple CEO: 'I think the SEC is acting outside the law'

Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple, said he believes the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is "acting outside the law" in light of recent efforts to go against a court ruling on the classification of Ripple's cryptocurrency XRP.


Lawsuits filed against CFPB's finalized open banking rule to enhance consumer data control

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) issued its final "open banking" rule under Section 1033 of the Consumer Financial Protection Act, designed to increase consumer control over personal financial data and boost competition in financial services.


Trump victory odds boost Bitcoin levels to month-highs

Bitcoin levels have increased by nearly 22% since September, reaching its highest level in two months, and an analysis of election odds data reported a connection to the odds of a Donald Trump victory.


OPINION: Roll Back the 30x30 Land Grab Through Budget Reconciliation

Cloaking as a conservation agenda, the Biden Administration has been working to lock-up 30 percent of America’s land, water and oceans by 2030.


Crypto community member: Minneapolis Federal Reserve President 'might need a reality check' on cryptocurrency

Crypto community figure Eric Johnson said Minneapolis Federal Reserve President Neel Kashkari "might need a reality check" after Kashkari made comments about the use of crypto for illegal activities.


US Rep. Nickel: SEC Chair Gensler 'is hurting our economy and sending American jobs overseas'

U.S. Rep. Wiley Nickel (D-NC-13) said U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler "is hurting our economy and sending American jobs overseas."


Bipartisan coalition requests Biden Administration designate US citizen in Nigeria as hostage

On October 18, Attorney General John Formella joined a bipartisan group of seventeen other state attorneys general in urging the Biden Administration to designate U.S. citizen Tigran Gambaryan as a hostage under the Robert Levinson Hostage Recovery and Hostage-Taking Accountability Act.


US Attorney Sellinger: 'TD Bank’s anti-money laundering failures were well-known'

U.S. Attorney Philip Sellinger said TD Bank’s anti-money laundering (AML) failures" were known at every level of the institution.


US condemns sentencing of Chinese human rights defenders

The United States has expressed its condemnation of the People's Republic of China's (PRC) decision to imprison human rights lawyer Yu Wensheng and his wife, Xu Yan.


Department of Labor honors over 800 employers with HIRE Vets Medallion Awards

The U.S. Department of Labor has recognized over 800 employers for their dedication to hiring and supporting veterans, presenting them with the 2024 Honoring Investments in Recruiting and Employing American Military Veterans Medallion Award.


Pandemic boosts quality time at family dinners through increased frequency

The COVID-19 pandemic brought significant changes to family dynamics, particularly in the context of shared meals.


US urges longer bank indemnity extension between Israel and West Bank

The United States government has emphasized the importance of economic stability in the West Bank for both Israeli and Palestinian security.


Department of Interior invests in urban parks in Arizona and Tennessee

Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks Shannon Estenoz visited Arizona and Tennessee this week to emphasize the significant investments from the Department of the Interior’s Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) Program.


Justice Department releases annual report on combating elder fraud

The Justice Department has released its sixth Annual Report to Congress, detailing efforts to combat elder fraud and abuse.


CBP warns travelers about prohibited agricultural items during Día de los Muertos

As communities along the U.S.-Mexico border prepare for Día de los Muertos, Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officials are reminding travelers of certain agricultural items that are prohibited from entering the United States.


Moolenaar warns of China's influence over global economy through mineral dominance

The Battery Materials & Technology Coalition (BMTC) and Horizon Advisory have released a report indicating the United States' significant reliance on China for critical minerals.


EPA encourages well water testing after Hurricane Helene in North Carolina

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and North Carolina health authorities are urging residents to test their private wells for bacterial contamination in areas affected by Hurricane Helene.


Cocaine worth $608K seized by CBP at Brownsville bridge

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Brownsville and Matamoros International Bridge have intercepted a significant quantity of cocaine valued at approximately $608,147.


Global coalition advances efforts against synthetic drug threats

U.S. Department of State Counselor Tom Sullivan and White House Homeland Security Advisor Liz Sherwood-Randall led a virtual meeting with leaders from 12 countries involved in the Global Coalition to Address Synthetic Drug Threats.