News from July 2024
By Federal Newswire | Jul 22, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a nearly $250 million Climate Pollution Reduction Grant to the Clean Corridor Coalition, led by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP). This grant aims to implement community-driven solutions addressing climate change, reducing air pollution, advancing environmental justice, and accelerating the clean energy transition along Interstate 95.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 22, 2024
A federal grand jury in Alaska has indicted an Anchorage doctor and her husband on charges of health care fraud and tax evasion.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 22, 2024
The U.S. Department of State announced on July 22 that four U.S. cities have been selected to participate in the first cohort of the Reta Jo Lewis Local Diplomat Program for the class of 2024-2025: Chattanooga, TN; Kansas City, MO; San Antonio, TX; and San Diego, CA.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 22, 2024
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with UN Senior Humanitarian and Reconstruction Coordinator for Gaza Sigrid Kaag on July 22, 2024. According to Spokesperson Matthew Miller, Secretary Blinken reviewed ongoing diplomatic efforts to achieve the ceasefire endorsed by the United Nations Security Council in resolution 2735 and emphasized the significant role of the United Nations in increasing humanitarian assistance as part of any agreement's implementation.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 22, 2024
The United States Senate’s Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) includes an amendment to the Military Selective Service Act that would require American women to register for the Selective Service in the event of a military draft.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 22, 2024
The Department of Defense (DoD) has announced the winners of the fiscal year 2023 Nunn-Perry Award, recognizing excellence in the DoD Mentor-Protégé Program. The program will celebrate the accomplishments of this year's winners on August 1, 2024, at the Mentor-Protégé Summit in Detroit, MI.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 22, 2024
For the eighth consecutive year, the Western Illinois University Collegiate Farm Bureau has supported local farmers through their annual Harvest Bag project.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 22, 2024
ANCHORAGE — Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland concluded a multi-day visit to Alaska today, as part of the Biden-Harris administration’s fifth Investing in America tour. The visit aimed to highlight how resources from President Biden’s Investing in America agenda are enhancing climate resiliency, advancing salmon conservation, and strengthening local economies in Alaska. This marks Secretary Haaland's fourth trip to Alaska since assuming her role.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 22, 2024
Last week, as part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America tour, U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg traveled to Los Angeles, CA, where he joined community leaders and city officials to highlight a major milestone on a vital infrastructure project and review progress on other transportation projects in Southern California.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 22, 2024
New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services is part of a coalition selected by the EPA to receive a $450 million Climate Pollution Reduction Grant to tackle climate change, improve air quality, and advance environmental justice.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 21, 2024
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan (R-OH) revealed that whistleblowers have disclosed to the Committee that the U.S. Secret Service (USSS) did not have proper resources for President Trump's campaign event in Butler, Pennsylvania due to staffing shortages caused by the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) summit and First Lady Jill Biden's event in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 21, 2024
Experts from the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF), Access Now, Derechos Digitales, Human Rights Watch, and the International Fund for Public Interest Media will brief reporters on Wednesday, July 24, at 11:00 am Eastern Time (8:00 am Pacific Time, 5:00 pm CET) about the imminent adoption of a global surveillance treaty. The briefing will address concerns that the treaty threatens human rights worldwide and could usher in an era of transnational repression.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 21, 2024
On behalf of the Government of the United States, I wish the people of the Kingdom of Belgium all the best as you celebrate your National Day.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 21, 2024
WASHINGTON, July 21, 2024 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today issued a statement highlighting President Biden's leadership and its impact on the nation.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 21, 2024
President Biden is an extraordinary guardian of America's national security. I am deeply grateful for his leadership and statesmanship. He has a secure place in American history as one of our great foreign-policy presidents.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 21, 2024
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released the following statement regarding President Joe Biden:
By Federal Newswire | Jul 21, 2024
Washington, D.C. — Today, President Joe Biden announced his withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race. Following the announcement, Patrick Gaspard, president and CEO of the Center for American Progress, issued a statement reflecting on Biden's presidency and the future of America.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 21, 2024
Dr. Kevin Roberts, president of The Heritage Foundation and Heritage Action, issued a statement regarding President Biden's decision to end his presidential campaign.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 21, 2024
Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs Lee Satterfield will travel to Paris, France from July 22 to August 2. During her visit, she will serve as the Head of Delegation at UNESCO’s Sports Ministerial 'Change the Game' Conference and participate in public diplomacy engagements aimed at promoting sports as a diplomatic platform to foster unity and peace.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 20, 2024
Pentagon Press Secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder provided the following readout:
