By Federal Newswire | Oct 4, 2024
This week, Hurricane Helene struck the Southeastern United States, resulting in the deaths of at least 200 people and displacing millions. In response, experts from The Heritage Foundation have criticized the Biden-Harris administration for what they describe as mismanagement of federal emergency resources both before and after the disaster.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 4, 2024
Deputy Secretary of the Treasury Wally Adeyemo addressed attendees at the Wisconsin Building Trades Conference in Milwaukee, reflecting on the impact of recent legislative measures and the administration's commitment to economic recovery and growth. Adeyemo highlighted the challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic, noting that unemployment rates soared to nearly 15 percent nationwide, with even higher figures in Milwaukee.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 4, 2024
Haitham Al-Dulaimi, Haider Lazem, Hasan Wasak, and Abdullah Alsajee have been arrested in Louisville, Kentucky. The arrests followed an unsealed indictment charging them with conspiracy to violate the Export Control Reform Act, smuggling goods from the United States, engaging in the business of dealing firearms without a license, making false statements in firearm purchases, and defrauding the U.S. government. Additionally, Alsajee, Lazem, and Wasak face charges for making false statements when purchasing firearms.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 4, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the availability of up to $30.7 million in grant funding aimed at providing technical assistance and training for small drinking water and wastewater systems, particularly those serving rural communities. The funding is also intended to help private well owners improve water quality.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 4, 2024
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced an investment of $11.04 million to bolster the dairy industry through its Dairy Business Innovation Initiatives (DBI) grant program. The funding aims to assist small and mid-sized dairy businesses in enhancing their development, production, marketing, and distribution processes.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 4, 2024
A former Las Vegas city councilwoman has been convicted by a federal jury in Nevada on charges related to a charity fraud scheme. Michele Fiore, 54, was found guilty of one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and six counts of wire fraud. The charges stem from her actions while serving as a city councilwoman, during which she misled donors into believing their contributions would fund memorials for police officers killed in the line of duty.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 4, 2024
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Justice Department's Antitrust Division recently participated in a summit with G7 enforcement partners to address competition challenges related to artificial intelligence (AI). The event, known as the G7 Competition Authorities and Policymakers Summit, focused on ensuring fair competition in AI technologies, products, and applications.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 4, 2024
The Chairs of the Congressional-Executive Commission on China (CECC), Representative Christopher Smith and Senator Jeff Merkley, have issued a letter to President Biden.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 4, 2024
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken recently held a conversation with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, according to Spokesperson Matthew Miller. The discussion focused on the United States' ongoing support for Ukraine amidst its conflict with Russia.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 4, 2024
Last week, the Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) hosted a symposium to discuss child safety online. The event brought together academics, researchers, digital rights advocates, and government representatives to explore how research can inform policy decisions in this area.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 4, 2024
Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su has released a statement regarding the September 2024 Employment Situation report. The report indicates that the U.S. economy added 254,000 jobs in September, with the unemployment rate decreasing to 4.1 percent. According to Su, "With an average of 186,000 jobs added over the past three months, it’s clear that people who need a job are finding a job."
By Federal Newswire | Oct 4, 2024
Since taking office, the Biden-Harris Administration has reported the creation of nearly 16 million jobs, with unemployment among Latinos reaching a record low. Latino entrepreneurs have been starting new businesses at an unprecedented rate in over 25 years. In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Secretary Raimondo and Deputy Secretary Graves participated in events that highlighted these achievements. They emphasized the administration's dedication to fostering a skilled and diverse workforce for future generations of Latinos.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 4, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Boston city officials have marked significant milestones in the cleanup efforts at the Lower Neponset River, specifically focusing on the Lewis Chemical Site and Riverside Square PCB Site in Hyde Park. The event was attended by Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, Massachusetts' Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs' Undersecretary Stephanie Cooper, MassDEP Commissioner Bonnie Heiple, and other local partners.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 4, 2024
The U.S. Department of Labor has approved up to $5 million in emergency grant funding for Florida to support disaster-relief jobs and training services in response to Hurricane Helene. This initiative targets 31 counties affected by the hurricane, which made landfall as a Category 4 storm on September 26, 2024, at Dekle Beach in Taylor County.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 4, 2024
Facebook has announced a series of updates and new features for its platform and Messenger at the Facebook IRL event in Austin. These changes aim to enhance user experience by fostering connections and facilitating content discovery.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 4, 2024
The Justice Department has allocated 152 grants to 90 American Indian and Alaska Native Tribes, totaling over $84 million. These funds are distributed through the Coordinated Tribal Assistance Solicitation (CTAS) program.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents encountered 58,000 undocumented migrants along the Southwest border in August, according to a September 16 news release.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
The Hellenic Republic Ministry of Citizen Protection and the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) presided over a conference, which convened drug enforcement officials from more than 130 countries, as said in a news release dated September 27.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
The United States and the Republic of Gabon have issued a joint statement marking 64 years of diplomatic relations and outlining plans to enhance their partnership. The announcement emphasizes collaboration in economic, environmental, and security sectors.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
EPA Region 7 has announced a virtual Environmental Justice Community Stakeholder Meeting scheduled for October 17. The meeting, open to residents of Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, and nine tribal nations, will take place from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
