News published on Federal Newswire in December 2024

Dr. Iazsmin Bauer Ventura, a leading rheumatologist and assistant professor of medicine at the University of Chicago, has dedicated her career to understanding and treating complex autoimmune diseases.

Weekend Interview: How John DiDonato Would Rebuild America’s Manufacturing Backbone and Save Our Younger Generation

John DiDonato’s journey as a trailblazer in American manufacturing is a story of grit, innovation, and determination.

Weekend Interview: The Rising Debate Over Regulatory Overreach, Insights from Timothy Lee and Dan Ikenson

A new post-Chevron conversation about regulatory “overreach” is growing in Washington. The U.S. Supreme Court’s June ruling in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo ended the so-called “Chevron deference.”

Weekend Interview: Thomas Hochman on State Permitting, Red Tape, and Innovation

Thomas Hochman, a policy manager at the Foundation for American Innovation, focuses on regulatory reform.

Congress passes funding resolution; NAR supports continued NFIP extension

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) has expressed approval following the recent passage of a continuing resolution by the United States Congress.

Senate passes disaster relief package amid criticism from Senator Murray

U.S. Senator Patty Murray, Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, released a statement following the Senate's approval of a disaster relief package and continuing resolution (CR).

AIA acknowledges Congress's move to prevent government shutdown

Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) President and CEO Eric Fanning expressed gratitude towards Congress for passing a continuing resolution to fund the government.

Biden extends condolences after Magdeburg Christmas market attack

The United States has expressed its condolences to Germany following an attack at a Christmas market in Magdeburg.

Senior Vice President of USCC: Teamsters trying to 'conjure up a strike at Amazon by people who don’t actually work there'

By R.T. Gonzalez | Dec 20, 2024

Glenn Spencer, senior vice president of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce (USCC), expressed skepticism regarding the Teamsters union's strike against Amazon, highlighting that many participants are not Amazon employees.

New studies reveal high costs of transitioning to green energy in U.S.

By Federal Newswire reports | Dec 20, 2024

There is a growing push in the United States for an energy transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy. The federal government is leading the effort with regulations and subsidies to reduce fossil fuel use, while many states, including those in New England and the Pacific Northwest, are also involved.

U.S. expresses condolences after attack in Magdeburg

The United States has expressed its shock and sadness following a tragic incident in Magdeburg, Germany.

Oneida County felon pleads guilty to drug and firearm charges

Leshawn Thomas, a 33-year-old resident of Clayville, New York, has pled guilty to charges involving drug distribution and firearm possession.

Brevard County man receives over 16-year sentence for meth distribution

U.S. District Judge Paul G. Byron has sentenced Joseph Michael Schneider, a 58-year-old resident of Cocoa, Florida, to 16 years and 8 months in federal prison for possessing controlled substances with the intent to distribute them.

FTC finalizes order mandating data security measures for Marriott and Starwood

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized an order requiring Marriott International, Inc. and its subsidiary Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide LLC to implement a comprehensive data security program.

Montana man sentenced for assaulting girlfriend on Spokane Reservation

On December 19, 2024, United States District Judge Thomas O. Rice sentenced Bojai Dominick Grant-Schmidt to fourteen months in federal prison for assaulting his girlfriend on the Spokane Reservation.

Okefenokee wildlife refuge nominated for UNESCO world heritage list

The Department of the Interior has announced that the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge will be nominated for inclusion on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

University of California resolves discrimination complaints with federal oversight

The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) of the U.S. Department of Education has announced a resolution agreement with the University of California.

Court orders delisting of Teva inhaler patents following FTC intervention

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has upheld a district court's decision requiring Teva Pharmaceuticals to remove several asthma inhaler patents from the FDA's Orange Book.

Tolleson man faces indictment for threats against President-elect