News from December 2023
By Federal Newswire | Dec 9, 2023
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has recently publicized its collaborative efforts with the Department of Justice (DOJ) and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to eradicate anticompetitive practices in the healthcare industry. The FTC asserts that these practices contribute to escalated healthcare costs, diminished innovation in both the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors, and substandard working conditions.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 9, 2023
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will continue its public-private partnership under a reimbursable services agreement, which provides the agency with reimbursement for additional travel expenses, overtime, and support services. The terms of this contract enable immigration and trade inspections at ports of entry, as well as agricultural processing entities, to extend their service hours to meet demand.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 8, 2023
The Center for a New American Security (CNAS) has recently published a policy brief titled "Resisting China’s Gray Zone Military Pressure on Taiwan." The document scrutinizes the methods employed by the People’s Republic of China (PRC) to apply military and security operations in the "gray zone," thereby intensifying pressure on Taiwan.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 8, 2023
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will provide a $500,000 grant to the Research Foundation of the City College of New York in support of environmental job training programs. The funds will be allocated from the EPA’s Brownfields Job Training Program, an initiative designed to train workers for rehabilitation at brownfield sites across New York.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 8, 2023
Walmart has unveiled plans to establish two new distribution centers for Sam's Club, set to commence operations in 2024. These facilities, located outside of St. Louis and Minneapolis, form part of a multi-year growth strategy aimed at transforming the supply chain at Sam's Club.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 8, 2023
The U.S. Department of Education (EDU) has announced the allocation of approximately $93 million in grant awards to 20 colleges and universities that predominantly serve minority populations. The funding is intended to bolster research and development, with a particular focus on improving completion rates for underserved students at Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs), Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), and Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs).
By Federal Newswire | Dec 8, 2023
Richard Teng, the newly appointed CEO of Binance, stated during an X Spaces event on Dec. 1 that one of his top three priorities is to promote regulatory clarity for the global cryptocurrency industry. Binance, recognized as the world's largest crypto exchange, disseminated Teng's comments in a post dated Dec. 4.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 8, 2023
During the recent debate on Dec. 6, Vivek Ramaswamy, an entrepreneur and Republican presidential candidate, expressed concerns about the current U.S. regulations for the cryptocurrency industry. He pointed out that these regulations are not up to date and ineffective in protecting consumers. As evidence of this, he cited Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder and former CEO of now-defunct crypto exchange FTX.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 8, 2023
Prior to the discussion of U.S. Ocean Innovation at the Conference of Parties for the United Nations Framework Convention (COP), the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere penned a blog elaborating on the impact that the "Blue Economy" has on the United States and its citizens. The convention is aimed at addressing climate change.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 8, 2023
Secretary Antony J. Blinken has expressed his belief that Israel is capable of taking the necessary precautions to protect civilians in Gaza as it continues its conflict with Hamas. This statement was made during a CNN interview.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 8, 2023
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has extended its ban on imports from the People’s Republic of China (PRC), incorporating three additional companies into the prohibition. The move comes as part of the DHS's efforts to eradicate forced labor practices from America's supply chain.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 8, 2023
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito, Miss America 2023 Grace Stanke, and American Conservation Coalition Action President Chris Barnard have joined forces to emphasize the importance of nuclear energy in the United States. In a joint op-ed published in Fox News, they argue that nuclear energy can be the key to powering the world if the right policies are implemented.The op-ed highlights the need to support the current nuclear fleet and next-generation nuclear technologies. The authors emphasize the importance of establishing regulatory pathways for...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 8, 2023
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In the wake of recent revelations about the connections between American tax-exempt charities and terrorism, the Ways and Means Committee has taken action to combat this issue. During a hearing in November, witness testimony exposed the alarming links between these charities and terrorist organizations. The Committee delved into the history of U.S. tax-exempt groups financing terror, including the Holy Land Foundation, which funneled $12.4 million from Americans to fund Hamas before being shut down by the U.S. government in the early 2000s. Shockingly,...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 8, 2023
U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen, Chair of the U.S. Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship (SBC), welcomed U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman to Rochester and Exeter, New Hampshire. The purpose of their visit was to highlight the impact of the State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) and to kick off the SBA's Season of Small Business tour.At MADCO3D in Rochester, Chair Shaheen and Administrator Guzman observed firsthand the positive effects of STEP, a program that supports American small businesses in competing...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 8, 2023
House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan (R-OH) has issued a subpoena to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, demanding information and documents regarding violent criminal aliens who have been allowed entry into the United States. The subpoena comes as a response to the Biden Administration's open-borders policies, which have raised concerns about public safety and national security.Since May 2023, the Committee has made multiple requests for A-files, which contain records of criminal aliens charged with serious crimes such as theft,...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 8, 2023
In a recent development, Senator John Barrasso and Representative Cathy Rodgers, the Chair of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, have demanded answers from the Department of Energy (DOE) regarding a loan granted to a company with a history of predatory sales practices. The lawmakers are seeking clarity on the decision-making process behind the loan and the measures taken to ensure the protection of consumers.The loan in question has raised concerns due to the company's troubling track record. Senator Barrasso expressed his reservations, stating, "It is...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 8, 2023
The US National Park Service (NPS) recently announced the appointment of Waller to a new position, as stated in a news release this week. Currently serving as the natural and cultural resources division manager at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore in Michigan, Waller's journey with the NPS began during her graduate school days at Fort Pulaski National Monument, Savannah, Georgia. After working in the NPS Capital region, she returned to Fort Pulaski before moving to Michigan.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 8, 2023
Representatives from three groups recently signed a memorandum of understanding to co-steward significant tribal places within the jurisdiction of the U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Taos field office, as well as the Santa Fe and Carson National Forests. The BLM has described this agreement as historic, marking a collaborative effort between federal agencies and tribal leaders to uphold a 2021 Joint Secretarial Order. This order, originally signed by Interior Secretary Deb Haaland and Agriculture Secretary Thomas Vilsack, aims to protect Tribal interests on federal lands.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 7, 2023
Ohio officials, in collaboration with the Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA), 360 Management, and CVS Health, have announced the inauguration of Harriet's Hope. This 52-unit multifamily supportive housing community is designed to aid individuals who have survived human trafficking.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 7, 2023
A leading national environmental services provider has reached a settlement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to address violations at multiple facilities across the country. The U.S. Department of Justice also participated in the announcement, accusing Heritage-Crystal Clean, LLC (HCC) of breaching laws related to the disposal of used oil.
