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“HONORING THE CAREER OF MAYOR ANDY COOK” was published on page E1085 of the Congressional Record on Oct. 25.
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“HONORING CHRISTOPHER PUMFORD OF HOWELL FOR HIS WORK WITH AFGHAN REFUGEES” published by Congressional Record on Oct. 14

The Congressional Record published “HONORING CHRISTOPHER PUMFORD OF HOWELL FOR HIS WORK WITH AFGHAN REFUGEES” in the Extensions of Remarks section on Oct. 14.
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Remarks at the North American Gas Forum

Release: Moderator: I’m really pleased to be part of this conversation with Ambassador Pyatt.
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Congressional Record publishes “CONGRATULATING MR. BARTLEY P. DURST FOR EARNING THE LABORATORY DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR AWARD” on Oct. 4

“CONGRATULATING MR. BARTLEY P. DURST FOR EARNING THE LABORATORY DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR AWARD” was published on page E1019 of the Congressional Record on Oct. 4.
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Congressional Record publishes “Text of Senate Amendment 6402” in the Senate section on Sept. 29

The Senate section of the Congressional Record published “Text of Senate Amendment 6402” on Sept. 29.
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Turkish National Day

Release: On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Turkey on the anniversary of the founding of the Republic of Turkey 99 years ago.
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Oct. 21: Congressional Record publishes “RECOGNIZING MR. DAVID PAUL HORAN'S 80 YEARS OF COMMUNITY SERVICE AND LEGAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS”

The Extensions of Remarks section of the Congressional Record published “RECOGNIZING MR. DAVID PAUL HORAN'S 80 YEARS OF COMMUNITY SERVICE AND LEGAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS” on Oct. 21.
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Suspension of the Black Sea Grain Initiative

News Release: The United States regrets Russia’s suspension of its participation in the operations of the U.N.-brokered Black Sea Grain Initiative. We urge all parties to keep this essential, life-saving Initiative functioning.
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Secretary Blinken’s Call with Indian Minister of External Affairs S. Jaishankar

News Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar today. The two discussed regional and global issues, including counterterrorism cooperation and Russia’s continuing aggression against Ukraine.
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Secretary Blinken’s Call with Indian Minister of External Affairs S. Jaishankar

Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price.
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Blinken: Russia's denial of Griner appeal 'another failure of justice'

U.S. Sec. of State Antony Blinken released a statement on Twitter Oct. 25 condemning a Russian court's denial of WNBA player Brittney Griner's appeal of her nine-year prison sentence and reiterating that her release is a U.S. priority.
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Pompeo: Lai conviction 'a miscarriage of justice'

A Hong Kong court convicted pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai of fraud for allegedly violating a lease by operating a consulting firm out of an office owned by a government-owned entity, NBC News reported.
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Nelson: U.S. 'continues to support Moldovan efforts to combat corruption and counter Russian influence'

The United States has sanctioned nine individuals and 12 entities for corrupting Moldova's political and economic institutions.
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Thomas: New Chinese Politburo shows 'consolidation of power unseen since the Mao era'

A senior China analyst at Eurasia Group, said Xi Jinping's appointments on the newly announced Politburo Standing Committee represent the removal of potential opposition to an extreme degree.
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Remarks at the United States-Dominican Republic High Level Dialogue on Institutional Reform

Release: Mr. President, Chargé Thomas, distinguished colleagues. It is an honor to join you at the High Level Dialogue on Institutional Reform.
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State Department discusses Determination Under Section 610 of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 on Oct. 28

The US State Department published a one page notice on Oct. 28, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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The Constitutional Court in the Central African Republic

News Release: The United States notes with deep concern a series of recent actions relative to members of the Constitutional Court in the Central African Republic, particularly the October 25 removal of Constitutional Court President Daniele Darlan. Judicial independence is a central tenet of democracy. We call on the Central African authorities to ensure the safety and independence of the Constitutional Court.
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Sherman: 'Will use the full range of U.S. defense capabilities' to defend allies

Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman met with Republic of Korea First Vice Foreign Minister Cho Hyun-dong, during which time she reiterated the U.S. commitment to defending the Republic of Korea and Japan amid ballistic missile tests by North Korea.
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$275 Million in Additional U.S. Military Assistance for Ukraine

Release: The United States continues to support Ukraine’s brave defenders with additional military assistance to help them protect their country.
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Secretary Antony J. Blinken and Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly At a Conversation with Rising Leaders

News Release: (Via interpreter.) MS ST VICTOR: (In progress) call you Mélanie? Actually, we know each other quite well, Madam Minister. It’s a pleasure to see you where you’re from here, and Mr. Secretary Blinken, it’s an honor to have you here in Montreal and to be able to carry out this conversation in French. You are Secretary of State, but in your mini-bio on Twitter, you said that you are an amateur guitar player.
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