News from November 2023
Chairwoman Stabenow Supports Nominations of Dr. Basil Ivanhoe Gooden and Summer K. Mersinger
By Federal Newswire | Nov 30, 2023
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, expressed her support for the nominations of Dr. Basil Ivanhoe Gooden and Summer K. Mersinger during a hearing. Dr. Gooden has been nominated to be the Under Secretary of Agriculture for Rural Development, while Commissioner Mersinger has been nominated for a second term as a Commissioner of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission.Stabenow emphasized the nominees' understanding of the needs of farmers, ranchers, and rural communities, as both of them were raised on...
Google is committed to reducing transportation and energy emissions
By Federal Newswire | Nov 29, 2023
Google has been creating new ways to reduce emissions given from transportation and energy. This initiative is part of the tech giant's broader commitment to combating climate change.
IBM and Deloitte are partnering to help each organization accelerate their sustainability outcomes
By Federal Newswire | Nov 29, 2023
An expanded relationship between Deloitte and IBM integrates IBM's ESG Suite with Deloitte's GreenLight Solution. This partnership is aimed at providing innovative solutions to facilitate business sustainability.
IBM and Boehringer Ingelheim partner to advance generative AI
By Federal Newswire | Nov 29, 2023
Two tech giants, Boehringer Ingelheim and IBM, are collaborating to advance generative AI and foundation models for therapeutic antibody development. This partnership aims to expedite the antibody discovery process, crucial in treating various diseases, by using innovative AI technology.
$9 million dollars worth of Tether was seized by the U.S. Justice Department
By Federal Newswire | Nov 29, 2023
Seizure of nearly $9 million of Tether cryptocurrency was undertaken by the U.S. Justice Department. This action was executed as a response to an organized network exploiting victims through fraudulent investment scams.
Border Patrol Chief: 'Repatriation flights send those who enter the US illegally back to their country'
By Federal Newswire | Nov 29, 2023
U.S. Customs and Border (CBP) Patrol Chief Jesse Owens recently took to Platform X to advocate for more flights to return illegal aliens back to their country. This initiative aims to reinforce law enforcement on immigration and discourage illegal entry into the United States.
Hinson: 'The CCP should fear the consequences of another ounce of fentanyl coming to the United States'
By Federal Newswire | Nov 29, 2023
In exchange for China's assistance in preventing the export of fentanyl-precursor chemicals to the United States, the Biden Administration lifts sanctions on China's Institute for Forensic Science. This measure by the U.S. administration signifies a significant shift in international policy towards the illicit drug issue.
The Conference Board's November Consumer Confidence Index shows consumer confidence is up
By Federal Newswire | Nov 29, 2023
In November, the Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index® ticked up to 102.0 (1985=100) from 99.1 in October, halting a three-month downward trend. This significant rise signifies an end to a period of increasing uncertainty among consumers, despite some indicators suggesting that economic troubles could be on the horizon.
Michigan-based home care services company owner facing imprisonment for failing to comply with federal court order
By Federal Newswire | Nov 29, 2023
The owner of a Michigan senior home care services company is looking at jail time for failing to provide U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) investigators with time and pay records. The owner, Rosie Guthrie, has been held in contempt of court since September 27 for refusing to comply with a federal court order.
EDU continues to back the inclusion of children with disabilities in early childhood programs
By Federal Newswire | Nov 29, 2023
A joint effort to back the inclusion of children with disabilities in early childhood programs has been announced by the U.S. Department of Education (EDU) and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). This initiative seeks to promote inclusivity from an early age, fostering a culture that embraces individuals with disabilities across all stages of life.
US school districts can order free COVID-19 tests
By Federal Newswire | Nov 29, 2023
Schools across the country will soon have access to free COVID-19 tests thanks to a division within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). This nationwide initiative is a collaborative effort aiming to curb the spread of COVID-19 among students, staff, and community members.
Former US Border Patrol agent: cartels create 'fake State Identification cards, driver's licenses, steal American SSNs, create false immigration documents and sell them to illegal aliens'
By Federal Newswire | Nov 29, 2023
Ammon Blair, a former US Border Patrol agent, stated that Mexican drug cartels and criminal smugglers have the capabilities to run a fake documents network. This network provides immigrants with fraudulent IDs that allow them to work in the United States, contributing to the child labor and human trafficking problems at the Southern border. This ongoing issue has not only increased crime rates but also created serious socio-economic impacts.
HUD to provide $25 million to help families with children live in better neighborhoods
By Federal Newswire | Nov 29, 2023
Seven Public Housing Agencies (PHAs) across the country were awarded a total of $25 million in Housing Mobility-Related Services, according to an announcement from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). This announcement is part of HUD's ongoing initiative to expand housing options for families with children.
FTC: Resolution will 'streamline' investigations into artificial intelligence-generated products and services
By Federal Newswire | Nov 29, 2023
In an effort to keep pace with deceptive practices and competition concerns that have emerged with the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has approved a comprehensive resolution to streamline its use of civil investigative demands (CIDs) in the investigation of AI-generated products and services. This change is expected to enhance FTC's ability to address potential misuse of AI technology in various sectors.
Chairmen Jordan and Comer Demand Transcribed Interviews with Blue Star Strategies Executives
By Federal Newswire | Nov 29, 2023
WASHINGTON, D.C. – House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan and House Oversight and Accountability Chairman James Comer have requested transcribed interviews with Blue Star Strategies' Chief Executive Officer Karen Tramontano and Chief Operating Officer Sally Painter. The Committees have obtained information suggesting that Blue Star Strategies was involved in the arrangement between Hunter Biden and Burisma.In a letter addressed to Karen Tramontano, Chairman Jordan and Chairman Comer stated, "The information available to the Committees suggests that Blue Star...
Chairwoman Stabenow Applauds First Round of New Trade Promotion Funding
By Federal Newswire | Nov 29, 2023
Washington - U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, has praised the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) new Regional Agriculture Promotion Program (RAPP) for providing $300 million in its first year to support trade promotion for American farmers and businesses. The funding is part of a $1.2 billion investment in trade promotion through the Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC), as requested by Stabenow and Ranking Member John Boozman (R-AR). This investment builds upon existing USDA trade promotion...
Chairman Jordan Subpoenas Former Biden White House Officials for Roles in Government Censorship Efforts
By Federal Newswire | Nov 29, 2023
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Chairman Jim Jordan (R-OH) has issued subpoenas for former Biden White House officials Andrew Slavitt and Robert Flaherty. The subpoenas were issued as part of an investigation by the Committee and the Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government into the extent of the Executive Branch's involvement in censoring speech.According to documents obtained by the Committee and Select Subcommittee, Slavitt and Flaherty played a central role in communicating the Biden White House's censorship efforts to social media companies. This...
Chairwoman Stabenow Expresses Disappointment Over USMCA Dairy Dispute Decision
By Federal Newswire | Nov 29, 2023
Senate Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee Chairwoman Debbie Stabenow has expressed her disappointment following a decision by the USMCA dispute settlement panel regarding Canada's dairy tariff-rate quota (TRQ) allocation measures. The panel ruled in favor of Canada, which has fallen short on its dairy market access commitments under the USMCA.In a statement, Chairwoman Stabenow stated, "I am deeply disappointed by the decision of the USMCA panel on Canada's dairy TRQ allocations. Canada continues to fall short on the dairy market access commitments it made in...
Chief Patrol Agent: 'Great work keeping guns out of criminal hands'
By Federal Newswire | Nov 28, 2023
James Owens, Chief Patrol Agent of U.S. Border Patrol (USBP), shared that multiple warrants led to the seizure of fentanyl, cocaine, meth, handguns, assault weapons in New York. This recent seizure is part of USBP's ongoing efforts to curtail drug trafficking and illegal arms possession in the country.
Select Committee releases results of inquiry into secret California laboratory
By Federal Newswire | Nov 28, 2023
The House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has released the findings of its inquiry into the illicit secret laboratory owned by Chinese entities in California. The detailed investigation that began earlier this year has finally concluded, bringing to light startling revelations about the lab's operations and its potential threats.
