News published on Federal Newswire in November 2022

News Release: TOLEDO - A federal jury today convicted Antuan Wynn, 47, of Toledo, Ohio, Marquise Figures, 37, of Wayne, Ohio, and Christopher Simpson, 31, of Toledo, Ohio, of participating in a drug trafficking conspiracy that distributed large quantities of cocaine, cocaine base (crack) and fentanyl throughout the Toledo area.

District of Columbia Man Sentenced to 10-Year Prison Term for Role in Series of Armed Robberies in Fall 2020

News Release: WASHINGTON - Mekhi Truesdale, 20, of Washington, D.C., has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for his role in a series of armed robberies that took place during the fall of 2020 in Northwest Washington.

Former New Orleans Police Officer Pleads Guilty to Federal Civil Rights Offense for Sexually Assaulting a 15-Year-Old Crime Victim

News Release: WASHINGTON - A former police officer with the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) pleaded guilty yesterday in federal court to sexually assaulting a 15-year-old crime victim in violation of her constitutional rights.

This November, We Honor Healthcare Workers – and Continue Protecting Their Rights

Healthcare workers are the unsung heroines and heroes who care for those who can’t always take care of themselves – older adults, people with disabilities, children with special needs, and others.

Democrats Push Unionization Over Keeping Warehouse Workers Safe

By DOL Newswire | Nov 18, 2022

News Release: Today, Workforce Protections Subcommittee Republican Leader Fred Keller (R-PA) delivered the following remarks, as prepared for delivery, at a subcommittee hearing attacking job creators and industry leaders under the guise of worker safety...

Verdict in Dutch Trial Against MH17 Suspects

News Release: The United States welcomes today’s decision finding three members of Russian proxy forces in eastern Ukraine guilty for their roles in the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17. The decision by the District Court of The Hague is an important moment in ongoing efforts to deliver justice for the 298 individuals who lost their lives on July 17, 2014.

Workers, Do You Have Questions? We Have Answers.

Understanding your federal labor rights can be confusing. Answers to workplace questions can be hard to find—and are usually not all in one place. We aim to change that.

Transportation Department discusses Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes on Nov. 17

By US DOT Newswire | Nov 18, 2022

The US Transportation Department published a five page rule on Nov. 17, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

Apprentice as a Mine Inspector

This year is the eighth annual National Apprenticeship Week, which brings together government, industry, labor, education and others to celebrate this alternative to formal education that provides paid, on-the-job training.

Remarks at the Ocean Conservation Pledge/Our Ocean Conference Event

Release: Introduction. Good afternoon and thanks so much for joining today. Thank you for joining me today to address the future of the ocean, during one of the most important moments for combatting the climate crisis. We have heard time and again that the climate, biodiversity, and ocean crises are intertwined.

Lifting Workers’ Voices and Strengthening Relationships

For more than two years, underserved workers across the country have been devastated by the COVID-19 pandemic, leaving many feeling abandoned and marginalized. Many of the most heavily affected are people of color – specifically Black and Hispanic workers – who have been disproportionately impacted by injuries and illnesses while on the job.

Columbia Gas Transmission, LLC; Notice of Request Under Blanket Authorization and Establishing Intervention and Protest Deadline discussed on Nov. 17 by Energy Department

By DOE Newswire | Nov 18, 2022

The US Energy Department published a two page notice on Nov. 17, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.

Secretary Antony J. Blinken At the Handover of the APEC Ministerial Meeting to the United States

News Release: SECRETARY BLINKEN: Thank you so much, Don, to you, to Deputy Prime Minister Jurin. Thank you for today’s session, but especially thank you for Thailand’s remarkable hospitality and remarkable leadership throughout the past year.

Two-ton marijuana seizure results in prison for young Mexican trafficker

News Release: BROWNSVILLE, Texas - A 21-year-old Mexican citizen has been sent to prison following his conviction of conspiracy to transport over four thousand pounds of marijuana, announced U.S. Attorney Jennifer B. Lowery.

U.S. Chile Joint Statement on High-Level Dialogue

News Release: Chilean Minister of Foreign Relations (acting) Ximena Fuentes and U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs Brian A. Nichols co-chaired the High-Level Bilateral Political Consultative Mechanism on November 17 in Santiago, Chile. The High-Level Dialogue included senior U.S. representatives ...

Secretary Antony J. Blinken And United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai At a Joint Press Availability

Release: SECRETARY BLINKEN: Good evening. It’s a great pleasure to be back in Bangkok. I lasted visited in August, and I know that Vice President Harris is very much looking forward to arriving and representing the United States over the coming days.

Charleston Man Ordered to Pay Restitution for COVID-19 Relief Fraud Scheme

News Release: CHARLESTON, W.Va. - Malik Breckenridge, 26, of Charleston, was ordered today to pay $41,666 in restitution and sentenced to five years of federal probation, including eight months on home detention, for wire fraud.

United States and Ecuador Sign Open Skies Agreement