News from September 2023
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 15, 2023
U.S. Rep. Chris Smith recently chaired a congressional hearing about child trafficking called “Children are Not for Sale: Global Efforts to Address Child Trafficking.” In it, the congressional committee heard testimony from child trafficking victims and advocates, and Smith believes the U.S.-Mexico border could be a very dangerous point for child trafficking.
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 15, 2023
The IOM, a United Nations migration agency, recently called the U.S.-Mexico border the world’s deadliest overland migration route. Michele Klein Solomon, IOM’s regional director for Central and North America and the Caribbean, believes certain things need to be done in order to help the safety of migrants.
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 14, 2023
According to a recent article from the New York Times, the 2014 kidnapping and murder of 43 students in Mexico may have been the result of collusion between drug Cartels and the Mexican State. The cartel involved in that specific case is named Guerreros Unidos, but the article indicates that clandestine relationships between the state and the cartels reach far back.
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 14, 2023
The Information Technology Industry Council (ITI) has applauded the release of a draft of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) Supply Chain Agreement and said input from private sector stakeholders will help improve the agreement further. The landmark agreement is intended to enable partner countries to strengthen critical supply chains.
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 14, 2023
Jay Clayton, the former chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), spoke on U.S.-China economic ties in a hearing by the Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). He encouraged policymakers to push transparency and accountability regarding investment in China.
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By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 14, 2023
Mark Temnycky said the United States must fortify its relationships with Central Asian countries as well as continue to visit Asia as tension with China grows, according to a report. Temnycky is a freelance journalist and non-resident fellow for the Eurasia Center at the Atlantic Council.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 14, 2023
President Joe Biden announced his nomination of Michael Whitaker to serve as administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Sept. 7. Eric Fanning, the president and CEO of the Aerospace Industries Association (AIA), commended Biden for the nomination and highlighted Whitaker's previous experience at the FAA.
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 14, 2023
The Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF), a science and tech policy think tank, has issued a new report which found that expanding the list of products covered by the Information Technology Agreement (ITA) would benefit the global economy. The ITA is a commitment made by dozens of members of the World Trade Organization to exempt certain IT products from tariffs.
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 14, 2023
ChinaAid Association announced the details for the 2023 Taiwan International Religious Freedom Summit (TIRF). In a press release, the association said that international NGO members, along with other representatives from other governments, participated in the summit which began on Sept. 7 in Taipei, Taiwan.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 14, 2023
The U.S. Department of Energy has announced a $150 million initiative to support the production and refinement of critical minerals, according to a press release. This move is aimed at strengthening national security and promoting clean energy technologies.
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 14, 2023
A comprehensive survey recently released by RAND Corporation on Sept. 12 highlights that 66% of U.S. teachers feel their base salary is not adequate, a sentiment that significantly contrasts with the 39% of other working adults in the country who feel similarly. The surveyed teachers suggested a need for a roughly $17,000 boost in their base pay, which translates to approximately a 27% pay increase. This desired increment aligns with the "teacher pay penalty," representing the gap between educators' salaries and those of other workers with similar education levels.
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 14, 2023
TechNet, a bipartisan group of innovation economy CEOs, and nine other industry groups are calling on Congress to fully fund the Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs (Tech Hubs) program established by the CHIPS and Science Act. The Tech Hubs program is an economic initiative intended to strengthen regional capacity to produce critical technologies.
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 14, 2023
The Center for Democracy and Technology (CDT), alongside 10 other privacy and civil rights groups, is asking Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Avril Haines and other intelligence officials to consider reforming the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA 702). FISA 702 allows the U.S. government to conduct surveillance and collect intelligence with the intent to protect Americans from terrorists, spies and other threats.
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 14, 2023
A former Minister of State of External Affairs for India is calling for government officials to reevaluate India's support of the "One China" policy because China does not support the "One India" policy. Omar Abdullah previously served as the chief minister for Jammu and Kashmir, a region that has been the subject of a territorial dispute between India and Pakistan for decades.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 13, 2023
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has recently welcomed six new appointees from the Biden-Harris Administration, as well as announced the promotion of four existing appointees to new positions within the Department. These appointments and promotions signify the Biden-Harris Administration's commitment to advancing clean energy and ensuring a smooth transition towards a more sustainable future.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 13, 2023
The Biden-Harris administration has announced a $100 million funding initiative aimed at revamping the electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in the United States. The goal of this federal grant is to improve the reliability and coverage of the EV charging network across the nation.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 13, 2023
The ongoing investigation into the tragic death of a 16-year-old worker at the Mar-Jac Poultry plant in Hattiesburg has taken a critical turn. Federal authorities have reached out to current employees of the plant, urging them to cooperate in the probe. The U.S. Department of Labor is particularly interested in potential child labor law violations and workplace safety standards at the facility.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 13, 2023
The recently published report by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) indicates that the Inflation Reduction Act is set to bring about significant reductions in CO2 emissions. This act, which forms an integral part of President Biden's climate agenda, is projected to have a profound impact on clean energy advancements across various sectors, paving the way for a cleaner and more sustainable future.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 13, 2023
A healthcare staffing executive in Las Vegas is facing serious charges related to wage fixing and fraud, according to a recent press release. Eduardo Lopez was indicted by a federal grand jury on September 7, 2023, on charges that could have significant implications for the livelihood of nurses in the city.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 13, 2023
The Pentagon held a memorial service to honor the resilient spirit of the victims and survivors of the 9/11 attacks. Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks led the ceremony, emphasizing the importance of sharing personal stories to foster understanding across generations. Hicks recounted her own experiences on that fateful day, highlighting the need to bridge the gap between those who vividly remember the events and the younger generations impacted by the aftermath. She also praised the community's response to the tragedy, noting the remarkable resilience and instinct to...
