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Trump administration adds two new drone test sites in Oklahoma and Indiana

The U.S. Department of Transportation and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) have announced two new designated sites for testing Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), also known as drones.


Newway Import recalls preserved mustard due to undeclared wheat allergen

Newway Import Inc., based in La Puente, California, has announced a recall of its "Preserved Mustard in Soybean Oil" under the Cai Hua Xiang brand due to the presence of undeclared wheat.


Carrot Top Kitchens recalls five hummus varieties over undeclared sesame allergen

Carrot Top Country Kitchens LLC, operating as Carrot Top Kitchens of Bridgeport (formerly Redding), has issued a recall for five varieties of hummus due to the presence of undeclared sesame.


Primavera Nueva recalls select tamales over possible listeria contamination

Primavera Nueva Inc., based in Sonoma, California, has issued a voluntary recall of specific lots of its 4-count tamales due to the potential risk of contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.


Gusto Group recalls shrimp paste due to elevated lead risk

Gusto Group Inc., based in Paterson, New Jersey, has announced a recall of its [Klong Kone] Shrimp Paste in two sizes—454 grams (1 pound) and 910 grams (2 pounds)—due to possible contamination with elevated levels of lead.


U.S.-headquartered firms exempted from global minimum tax under new Treasury agreement

U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent announced that U.S.-headquartered companies will be exempt from the OECD Pillar Two global minimum tax rules.


Treasury launches platform highlighting working family tax cuts under Trump administration

Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent has announced the launch of a new platform called "Working Family Tax Cuts: Ushering in a New Golden Age."


United States withdraws from Green Climate Fund, ending board participation

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has announced that the United States is withdrawing from the Green Climate Fund (GCF), effective immediately.


Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent outlines economic strategy at Economic Club of Minnesota

Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent delivered remarks at the Economic Club of Minnesota, where he outlined the Trump administration’s economic policies and contrasted them with those of the previous administration.


Small business group urges permanent regulatory reforms before House committee

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has submitted testimony to the U.S. House Committee on Small Business in advance of a hearing titled, “A Voice for Small Business: How the SBA Office of Advocacy is Cutting Red Tape.” The...


Federal employment law overview outlines key requirements for small business compliance

Navigating federal employment laws is a key concern for small businesses, as noncompliance can lead to complaints, fines, and lawsuits.


NFIB: Unfilled job openings persist as more small firms raise pay

In December, 33% of small business owners reported having job openings they could not fill, according to the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB).


Coin Center sets 2026 policy agenda focused on crypto regulation clarity

Coin Center has outlined its main policy objectives for 2026, focusing on regulatory clarity and user protections in the cryptocurrency sector.


Department of Education awards $169 million for innovation in higher education

The U.S. Department of Education has awarded $169 million in new grants through the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE).


Iowa becomes first state approved for Returning Education Waiver by U.S. Department of Education

Iowa has become the first state to receive approval from the U.S. Department of Education for a Returning Education to the States Waiver, giving state officials increased flexibility over federal education funding.


U.S. Secretary of Education highlights civic learning during History Rocks! event in Virginia

U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon visited An Achievable Dream Middle & High School in Newport News, Virginia, as part of the U.S. Department of Education’s national History Rocks!


Homeland Security subcommittee examines federal-private partnerships against rising cyber threats

This week, the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection held a hearing in Washington, D.C., focusing on improving cooperation between the federal government and private sector to strengthen U.S. defenses against cyber threats.


Weekend Interview: Brian Darling on Venezuela and War Powers

Washington is grappling with the aftermath of the dramatic operation to seize Venezuela’s longtime strongman, Nicolás Maduro.


Chairman Garbarino seeks answers from Verizon and FCC after major service outage

House Committee on Homeland Security Chairman Andrew R. Garbarino has sent letters to Verizon and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requesting briefings after a recent nationwide outage disrupted phone and text services for several hours.


Interior Department awards $5 million for local wildfire response improvement

The Department of the Interior has allocated $5.08 million to help local governments improve their wildfire response capabilities.