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AFSA comments on CFPB's small business lending data collection proposal

The American Financial Services Association has submitted feedback on the CFPB's proposed changes to small business lending data collection rules.


NFIB files amicus brief in Supreme Court case on Federal Arbitration Act exemption

NFIB has submitted an amicus brief to the United States Supreme Court in the case Flowers Foods, Inc., et al. v. Angelo Brock.


CFTC grants time-limited no-action relief to Small Exchange Inc. on dormancy procedures

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s Division of Market Oversight has issued a no-action letter to Small Exchange Inc., a designated contract market.


CFTC withdraws old digital assets guidance amid evolving crypto market

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has announced the withdrawal of outdated guidance concerning the actual delivery of virtual currencies.


CFTC staff issues no-action letter on data requirements to ease regulatory burden

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s Division of Market Oversight announced a no-action position on certain data requirements under Part 43 and Part 45 of the CFTC’s regulations.


CFTC grants limited no-action relief on swap data reporting for event contracts

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s Division of Market Oversight and the Division of Clearing and Risk have issued no-action letters regarding swap data reporting and recordkeeping requirements.


NFIB supports PERMIT Act aiming to clarify Clean Water Act regulations

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has identified the Promoting Efficient Review for Modern Infrastructure Today (PERMIT) Act as a key legislative priority for the 119th Congress.


 Weekend Interview: Larry Provost Urges Conservatives to Support a Ukrainian Victory

Russia’s war against Ukraine is shaping Europe’s security, global food supplies, and U.S. policy debates.


Kennedy Center board members oppose attempt to rename center after former president Trump

Senate and House Democratic leaders, including Senate Environment and Public Works Committee Ranking Member Sheldon Whitehouse, have issued a joint statement in response to an attempt by Trump-appointed members of the Kennedy Center Board to...


Casey O. Durst highlights CBP enforcement actions and Global Entry in December posts

EAC Casey O. Durst used her official X account in December to spotlight CBP’s partnership with NHTSA on trade enforcement as well as promote the Global Entry program for expedited traveler processing.


DHS adds 5,000 names to "Worst of the Worst" list on wow.dhs.gov

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has expanded its “Worst of the Worst” website, wow.dhs.gov, by adding 5,000 more names to a list now totaling over 15,000 criminal illegal aliens arrested in the past year.


House Intel Committee reviews use of commercial data by intelligence agencies

The House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence convened a hearing in Washington, D.C., to review how the Intelligence Community (IC) uses commercially available information.


Catholic author on Waymo accessibility gaps: Wider Waymo use could free parking and 'set aside more for disability'

Leah Libresco Sargeant, a Catholic author and commentator on X, has highlighted potential benefits of broader Waymo use, such as freeing up parking and creating more designated spaces for riders with disabilities.


CFTC proposes limited exemption to expand cross-margining for Treasury securities

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced that it has approved a proposed order granting a limited exemption for the Chicago Mercantile Exchange Inc. (CME) and the Fixed Income Clearing Corporation (FICC).


Gosar's ESA amendment advances with bipartisan support in committee

The Committee on Natural Resources has passed an amendment proposed by Congressman Paul Gosar to modify the Endangered Species Act.


House debates bill restricting Medicaid funds for gender transition procedures for minors

Congressman Brett Guthrie, Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, spoke on the House floor in support of H.R. 498, known as the Do No Harm in Medicaid Act.


CBP shares series of updates via official X account on December 18, 2025

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) issued three consecutive posts on its official X account on December 18, 2025.


Senate Democrats question NIST over delays in Manufacturing Extension Partnership funding

U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell, Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, and Senator Jeff Merkley, Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on the Budget, have led 27 Senate Democrats in a letter to Acting Under...


House passes SPEED Act to boost US mineral supply chain and reduce reliance on China

The House of Representatives has approved the Standardizing Permitting and Expediting Economic Development Act (SPEED), a legislative measure designed to accelerate the development of natural resources and critical minerals in the United States.


U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement addresses enforcement policies in recent social media posts

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement posted several statements on December 18, 2025, about their approach to enforcing federal immigration laws and highlighted the case of Liliana Falcon Falcon.