News from December 2023
By Federal Newswire | Dec 2, 2023
Texas Governor Greg Abbott continues to highlight border security measures he believes have protected the state because of perceived federal government inaction. These efforts are part of Operation Lone Star, a multi-agency initiative aimed at curbing the flow of illegal activities and immigration into Texas.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 1, 2023
The Conference of Chief Justices (CCJ) and the Conference of State Court Administrators (COSCA) have initiated an 18-month study to analyze the current state of legal education and bar admission procedures in the United States. The committee will also explore reasons behind the dwindling numbers of attorneys practicing public interest and public service law.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 1, 2023
A Wisconsin man, who detonated a bomb at a Madison office building in May 2022, has recently pleaded guilty to the charges. The bombing sparked conversations on public safety, as the suspect was also linked to an extremist group advocating for abortion rights.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 1, 2023
The inaugural meeting of the White House Council on Supply Chain Resilience took place on November 27th, aiming to address potential shortages and bottlenecks in the supply chain that have significantly impacted the US economy during the pandemic.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 1, 2023
Drug traffickers attempting to smuggle methamphetamine into America through the San Diego border sector are repeatedly thwarted by local and federal authorities. These operations are part of a larger regional initiative that collaborates with different agencies to prevent the spread of illicit drugs.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 1, 2023
A Georgia man with ties to a drug cartel has recently been sentenced to 45 years in prison following a guilty plea for manufacturing, trafficking, and selling methamphetamine. The conviction represents an ongoing effort by law enforcement agencies to dismantle drug cartels operating in the area.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 1, 2023
A proposed rule from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) would require landlords to provide a 30-day notice to tenants receiving housing assistance before filing for eviction. This move aims to allow affected tenants ample time to settle non-payment violations, potentially preventing evictions.
By Omid Malekan | Dec 1, 2023
Binance was wrong in not complying with regulations, but the enforcement and consequences it faced highlight a double standard in the financial industry, where traditional institutions often engage in worse practices but face milder repercussions, and the effectiveness of such regulations in truly preventing illicit finance is questionable.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 1, 2023
The U.S. Defense Department (DOD) is closely monitoring the emerging technological threats to US security. These threats are becoming increasingly complex due to advancements in artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, material science, and near-peer competition.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 1, 2023
The House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) convened a hearing entitled "Discourse Power: The CCP's Strategy to Shape the Global Information Space" on November 30. This session included witnesses such as John Garnaut, senior fellow with the Australian Strategic Policy Institute and founder of Garnaut Global; Dr. Miles Yu, senior fellow and director of the China Center at the Hudson Institute; and Yaqiu Wang, Research Director for China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan at Freedom House.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 1, 2023
The states that reduced tax rates during the COVID-19 period are encouraged to either roll back these cuts or minimize them in order to avert further revenue losses which could result in significant budget deficits for educational institutions and other vital services, suggests a report released by the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP), a progressive think tank based in Washington, D.C. The CBPP focuses its research and policy analysis on reducing poverty and inequality, advancing opportunity, and promoting fiscal responsibility.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 1, 2023
Drew Horn, the founder, president, and CEO of GreenMet, an organization that addresses vulnerabilities in the critical mineral supply chain, warned during a Congressional hearing that the U.S. critical supply chain is heavily reliant on adversarial nations, posing a threat to U.S. national security. The hearing was held on November 30 and focused on "The Role of Federal Research in Establishing a Robust U.S. Supply Chain of Critical Minerals and Materials."
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By Federal Newswire | Dec 1, 2023
U.S. Representative Ritchie Torres (D-NY) suggested that blockchain technology could be utilized as a tool to liberate impoverished communities from the burden of exorbitant fees associated with traditional finance. This discussion took place during his participation in the 2023 Blockchain Association Policy Summit on Nov. 30.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 1, 2023
Rob Gordon was the senior advisor to the director of the US Geological Survey and the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Environmental Management at the US Department of the Interior. He also served as the staff director for the subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations on the House Committee on Natural Resources.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 1, 2023
House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan (R-OH) and House Oversight and Accountability Chairman James Comer (R-KY) have launched an inquiry into the selection process for the Federal Bureau of Investigation's (FBI) Headquarters building. Recent allegations suggest that the site selection process may have been politicized and may not reflect the best use of American taxpayer dollars.The inquiry centers around the General Services Administration's (GSA) decision to select Greenbelt, Maryland as the location for the new FBI Headquarters building. This decision deviated...
