News from December 2023
By Federal Newswire | Dec 19, 2023
WASHINGTON, D.C. - A recent release of evidence by the Ways and Means Committee has shed light on the fact that President Joe Biden was complicit in his son Hunter Biden's global influence-peddling scheme. This revelation raises concerns about the abuse of office and the potential for the President's son to sell access to the White House.Contrary to previous claims by President Biden and his allies, the evidence shows that Joe Biden was not only aware of his son's business dealings but actively participated in them. The Ways and Means Committee has uncovered mountains of...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 19, 2023
U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen, Chair of the U.S. Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, has called on Shalanda Young, the Director of the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB), to prioritize small businesses in the Administration's Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Budget Request. In a letter addressed to Director Young, Senator Shaheen emphasized the importance of supporting small businesses and ensuring their continued growth and success.Small businesses have demonstrated remarkable resilience in recent years, particularly in the face of the challenges...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 19, 2023
Senator Susan Collins, Vice Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, has called for bipartisan solutions to address the border security crisis the United States is facing at both the southern and northern borders. In a recent speech on the Senate floor, Senator Collins highlighted the alarming increase in encounters with foreign nationals entering the U.S. without authorization.According to Senator Collins, there were a record 12,381 encounters recorded yesterday alone. She expressed concern that the current rate of encounters, averaging nearly 8,500 per day this...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 19, 2023
U.S. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and Ben Cardin (D-Md.) have introduced a joint, bipartisan resolution in the Senate calling for a high-level special envoy to help bring an end to the conflict in Sudan. The resolution, which will also be introduced in the House by Representatives Michael McCaul (R-Texas) and Gregory Meeks (D-N.Y.), aims to address the dire situation in Sudan and prevent further suffering and destruction.Ranking Member Risch emphasized the importance of not overlooking the crisis in Sudan amidst global focus on other conflicts. He stated, "This bipartisan...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 19, 2023
U.S. Senator Joni Ernst, Ranking Member of the Senate Small Business Committee, has announced AERO Race Wheels of Emmet County as her Small Business of the Week. As part of her commitment to Iowa's small businesses, Senator Ernst plans to recognize a small business in each of the state's 99 counties throughout this Congress.AERO Race Wheels, a steel racing wheel manufacturer based in Estherville, Iowa, has built a reputation for producing high-quality products that can withstand the demanding requirements of the racing industry. Senator Ernst commended the company's...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 19, 2023
House Committee on Oversight and Accountability Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) has highlighted the accomplishments of the Republican majority in the first session of the 118th Congress. In a press release, Comer stated that the committee has been successful in its core duties of rooting out waste, fraud, and abuse in the federal government and holding the Biden Administration accountable.Under Republican leadership, the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability has conducted over 80 hearings this year, featuring close to 70 government witnesses. The committee has also...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 19, 2023
Education and the Workforce Committee Chairwoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC) has expressed her concern over the Biden administration's decision to rescind the Trump administration rule that expanded association health plans (AHPs). Foxx believes that this proposed rule will limit choice and increase health care costs for small businesses and their workers.Foxx highlights the fact that small businesses have been grappling with the soaring costs of health insurance, with many struggling to provide coverage for their employees. She states, "Small businesses overwhelmingly cite the...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 19, 2023
Reports have emerged showing that fraud victims are facing significant tax bills following the repeal of the casualty and theft losses deduction by the 2017 Trump tax law. U.S. Senator Bob Casey, Chairman of the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging, has taken action by sending a letter to Internal Revenue Services (IRS) Commissioner Daniel Werfel, calling on the agency to provide information about how fraud victims are being affected by the repeal of this deduction.In the letter, Senator Casey expressed concern over the removal of the provision that allowed victims of...
By Federal Newswire | Dec 18, 2023
In a letter addressed to Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Erik Gerding, Congresswoman Harriet M. Hageman, along with thirty-one U.S. House Members, expressed deep concern over the SEC's proposed rule to approve the New York Stock Exchange's (NYSE) listing of Natural Asset Companies (NACs). The letter outlined the intricate nature of the proposal and raised critical questions regarding its potential impact on public and private lands.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 18, 2023
A 29-year-old Romanian woman was recently apprehended by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Port of Buffalo, Lewiston Bridge border-crossing on an active felony arrest warrant from Fairfax, Virginia. The woman, who had intended to travel to Niagara Falls, Canada, mistakenly took a wrong turn on the border-crossing bridge and ended up in the U.S. She was identified by officers after failing to provide any identification.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 18, 2023
Officers from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) in Cincinnati recently intercepted 11 shipments of counterfeit jewelry. The items, had they been genuine, would have been valued at over $6.96 million. The shipments originated from India, Hong Kong, and Indonesia.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 18, 2023
The Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF) has issued a warning that the United States and other G7 economies are rapidly losing ground to China in key industries. This information, according to ITIF's President Robert Atkinson, is based on data from the Institute's Hamilton Index.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 18, 2023
Google has been found guilty of monopolizing the Android app store following a successful lawsuit by Epic Games. The jury concluded that Google had monopolized the "Android app distribution market" and "Android in-app billing services".
By Federal Newswire | Dec 18, 2023
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers recently discovered over $10 million worth of drugs concealed within a shipment of Jalapeno paste, according to a press release issued by the CBP on Dec. 14.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 18, 2023
The U.S. Justice Department (DOJ) is intensifying its efforts against networks that exploit consumers through fraudulent microtransactions, effectively concealing their illicit activities from banking institutions. The DOJ recently announced two civil action suits as part of this crackdown.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 18, 2023
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has declared the availability of up to $530 million in competitive grants for technical assistance. These grants are designed to promote the adoption and implementation of advanced energy codes, zero energy codes, and innovative building performance standards. The Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is applicable to states, territories, and local government units that have the authority to adopt building codes.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 18, 2023
The U.S. Department of the Treasury has released an analysis detailing the effects of United States and international sanctions on Russia, particularly their impact on the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. The report indicates that these sanctions and export controls have significantly damaged Russia's economy and curtailed its ability to finance the war.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 18, 2023
Several agreements with multiple water agencies are set to conserve up to 643,000-acre feet of water in Lake Mead. Among these agreements are those made with the Coachella Valley Water District and the Quechan Indian Tribe.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 18, 2023
The U.S. Department of the Treasury recently published an article updating consumers on the purchasing power of American households. Purchasing power refers to the quantity of goods or services that a single unit of money can buy.
By Federal Newswire | Dec 18, 2023
The Winter Steam Festival, a festive event that marks the end of the holiday season, is set to return to Golden Spike. Over the course of three days, visitors will be treated to demonstrations and a variety of activities.
