News from September 2023
By Federal Newswire | Sep 25, 2023
The National Retail Federation (NRF) has released its 2023 National Retail Security Survey, which revealed that retail crime caused over $112 billion in losses for the industry in 2022. As a result, NRF is calling for policy changes to combat organized retail crime (ORC).
By Federal Newswire | Sep 25, 2023
Rep. Terri Sewell has introduced the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act in the House, aiming to amend the Voting Rights Act of 1965. The bill, officially known as H.R. 14, seeks to restore and revitalize the Voting Rights Act and enhance protections against racial discrimination in voting and representation for voters of color.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 25, 2023
New research from the Atlantic Council and Atlantik-Brücke explores the dynamics of economic statecraft, highlighting opportunities and the risks of using economic tools for foreign policy goals. The research, titled "Transatlantic Economic Statecraft: Different Approaches, Shared Risk," was published by the Atlantic Council GeoEconomics Center and Atlantik-Brücke on September 21.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 25, 2023
A coalition of national civil rights organizations is urging Louisiana officials to consider mass clemency for death row inmates. The plea comes as these groups highlight the systemic racial biases and frequent errors that plague the state's death penalty system.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 25, 2023
Legal experts indicate the ruling could set a precedent for future cases against tech companies, opening the door for more litigation around online discrimination.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 25, 2023
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and 60 partner organizations have written a letter to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, urging the Senate to reject the proposed STOP CSAM Act. The letter warns that the legislation could have far-reaching implications for First Amendment rights and privacy concerns.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 25, 2023
Title: Sound of Freedom's Ballard Testifies at Rep. Smith Hearing on Human Trafficking at the Southern Border
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 25, 2023
Aiming to scrutinize Google's market success and the popularity of its search engine, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has begun its antitrust trial against Google in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia. The lawsuit is perceived by some as an attempt to reshape antitrust law to align with a more progressive stance.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 25, 2023
Governor Abbott announces additional measures to combat illegal immigration, criticizes Biden administration's border policies
By Federal Newswire | Sep 25, 2023
Chairman Mark Green, MD (R-TN), delivered a scathing criticism of the Biden administration and Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas for their handling of the border crisis. Speaking at a hearing of the House Committee on Homeland Security, Green argued that their policies have not only failed to mitigate the crisis but have also "devastated the lives and livelihoods of Americans and migrants alike."
By Federal Newswire | Sep 25, 2023
The Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has been approved to assist low-income Floridians in 11 counties who are recovering from Hurricane Idalia. The program will begin on August 30, 2023. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack stated, "The D-SNAP waiver USDA approved for Florida will ensure that people participating in SNAP can get the food they need as they get back on their feet in the wake of Hurricane Idalia."
By Federal Newswire | Sep 25, 2023
On September 21, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) will invest $455 million to strengthen global food security and capacity-building initiatives. The funding will be allocated to the USDA's McGovern-Dole International Food for Education and Child Nutrition Program and the Food for Progress Program.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 25, 2023
The Biden-Harris administration has announced a pilot program aimed at addressing workforce challenges faced by farmers and ranchers in the agricultural industry. The program, called the Farm Labor Stabilization and Protection Pilot Program, aims to enhance the resiliency of the food and agricultural supply chain by providing support to agricultural companies and farmworkers.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 25, 2023
Last week, Tennessee Rep. Mark Green, Florida Senator Marco Rubio, and Texas Rep. Troy Nehls jointly introduced the "No Asylum for CCP Spies Act." Green expressed his pride in co-leading this act with Senator Rubio and Congressman Nehls, stating that it is a solution to protect national security from foreign individuals associated with totalitarian or communist parties.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 25, 2023
Missouri Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer has emphasized the significance of addressing the persistent threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to the United States. The CCP's actions jeopardize national security by attempting to breach military bases, and Luetkemeyer has actively advocated for and introduced several Acts aimed at countering the CCP's activities.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 24, 2023
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced a $72 million funding initiative aimed at driving innovation in manufacturing for wind and water technologies. The funding will support 29 projects across 16 states and Washington, D.C., with the goal of strengthening the domestic supply chain and making wind and water energy more affordable for Americans.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 24, 2023
Anticompetitive Practices in the Texas Anesthesiology Market: FTC Takes Legal Action Against USAP and Welsh Carson
By Federal Newswire | Sep 24, 2023
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has expanded its investigation into Amazon, naming three high-level executives in an amended complaint regarding the company's Prime subscription tactics. The lawsuit, filed on September 20, 2023, includes internal emails that suggest these executives were aware of the deceptive practices involved in enrolling consumers into Prime without their consent and making it difficult for them to cancel their subscriptions.
By Federal Newswire | Sep 24, 2023
In a move to make the federal government more fiscally responsible, Republicans have introduced significant amendments to the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill for FY2024.
