News from May 2024
By Federal Newswire | May 28, 2024
On May 28, 2024, Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra addressed the 77th World Health Assembly, emphasizing the importance of global collaboration in addressing health threats. Reflecting on the COVID-19 pandemic, Becerra noted that "the world emerged from the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic thanks to unprecedented collaboration that brought governments, the private sector, and civil society together around a common goal: to save lives."
By Federal Newswire | May 28, 2024
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III announced today that the president has made the following nomination: Air Force Col. Gordon R. Meyer for appointment to the grade of brigadier general. Meyer is currently serving as chief of Joint Staff and director of Staff-Air, Joint Force Headquarters, Missouri Air National Guard, Missouri.
By Federal Newswire | May 28, 2024
Policymakers, legal experts, and social media platforms are currently working to establish rules, legislation, and systems aimed at shielding youth from a variety of online risks, including unwanted sexual solicitations and potential violence. Yet, an important question arises: do all youth need the same uniform protection or can such protection be differentiated based on differing needs? Instead of enacting “Big Brother” type online surveillance systems, picture a digital world where youth navigate a spectrum of online risks and those who are at the highest risk could opt-in...
By Federal Newswire | May 28, 2024
The United States has designated three nationals from the People's Republic of China for activities associated with a malicious botnet known as 911 S5. Additionally, three entities located in Thailand have been identified for being owned or controlled by one of these individuals.
By Federal Newswire | May 28, 2024
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the implementation of federal disaster assistance for West Virginia following severe weather events that occurred from April 2 to April 6, 2024. President Biden issued a major disaster declaration affecting the counties of Boone, Cabell, Fayette, Kanawha, Lincoln, Marshall, Nicholas, Ohio, Putnam, Wayne, and Wetzel.
By Federal Newswire | May 28, 2024
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 9 million women and 8 million men in the United States report experiencing intimate partner violence in the past 12 months. For individuals experiencing domestic, sexual, and other forms of violence, pursuing safety often means missing work to relocate, access support, or deal with legal proceedings. A new Center for American Progress (CAP) report surveys and analyzes state laws that provide “safe leave”—specific workplace leave rights in relation to violence—including both shorter- and longer-term paid leave and...
By Federal Newswire | May 28, 2024
Alleged Sinaloa Cartel leader and lead assassin, Néstor Isidro Pérez Salas, also known as El Nini, 32, was extradited from Mexico to the United States on May 25 to face charges contained in two indictments.
By Federal Newswire | May 28, 2024
The staff of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has provided its annual report to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) on its enforcement and related activities in 2023 concerning the Truth in Lending Act (TILA), Consumer Leasing Act (CLA), and Electronic Fund Transfer Act (EFTA).
By Federal Newswire | May 28, 2024
Under Secretary Fernandez will travel to Michigan from May 28 to 30 to participate in the Mackinac Policy Conference. This event is a significant Midwest policy and economic gathering of government and industry leaders aimed at discussing current policy challenges and opportunities in the critical minerals, batteries, and electric vehicle sectors, along with their associated supply chains. Additionally, he will meet with industry and labor representatives in Detroit.
By Federal Newswire | May 28, 2024
On May 28, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the selection of five recipients for grants aimed at addressing climate-damaging hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs). This initiative is part of President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda and is funded by the Inflation Reduction Act, marking a significant investment in climate action.
By Federal Newswire | May 28, 2024
Washington, D.C. – The restaurant industry is projected to add 525,000 jobs for the summer season, according to the National Restaurant Association’s annual Eating and Drinking Place Summer Employment Forecast. This marks the first time on record that demand has reached this level for two consecutive summers.
By Federal Newswire | May 27, 2024
Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration (PRM) Julieta Valls Noyes will travel to Bogotá, Colombia from May 27-30. She will accompany Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard Verma and other delegation members in the 11th round of the U.S.-Colombia High-Level Dialogue. The dialogue aims to underscore areas of shared interest including migration management, counternarcotics and security, human rights and equity, education, economic opportunities, energy transition, and climate action.
By Federal Newswire | May 27, 2024
On May 23, U.S. Department of State China Coordinator and Deputy Assistant Secretary for China and Taiwan Mark B. Lambert held a virtual meeting with the People’s Republic of China (PRC) Director-General for Boundary and Ocean Affairs Hong Liang. The dialogue centered on the current situation in the South China Sea and East China Sea, alongside other maritime issues.
By Federal Newswire | May 27, 2024
U.S. Agency for International Development Administrator Samantha Power announced nearly $593 million in U.S. humanitarian assistance for Syria at the Brussels VIII Conference on "Supporting the Future of Syria and the Region." This announcement increases the total U.S. government humanitarian assistance to Syria and the region to nearly $2 billion since FY 2023 began, and more than $17.8 billion since the start of the 13-year crisis.
By Federal Newswire | May 27, 2024
On behalf of the Government of the United States, I extend warm congratulations to the people of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana on your 58th anniversary of independence.
By Federal Newswire | May 27, 2024
Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell will host Japanese Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs Okano Masataka and Republic of Korea (ROK) First Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Kim Hong Kyun for a trilateral dialogue in Little Washington, Virginia, on May 31. This dialogue, a key deliverable from the 2023 Camp David Summit, aims to reaffirm the importance of trilateral cooperation in advancing a free and open Indo-Pacific region.
By Federal Newswire | May 26, 2024
Congressman Rich McCormick (R-Ga.) has asserted that the US government should "dedicate every possible resource" to ensure the safe return of Tigran Gambaryan, a constituent who has been held by the Nigerian government since February 26. McCormick made this statement during an April 30 House Foreign Affairs Committee roundtable on Americans detained abroad.
By Federal Newswire | May 26, 2024
Today, the United States and Brazil mark 200 years of diplomatic relations. On May 26, 1824, U.S. President James Monroe received Brazilian Chargé d’Affaires José Silvestre Rebello in Washington, D.C. With this welcome, the United States recognized Brazil’s independence and established a partnership that has now lasted two centuries.
By Federal Newswire | May 26, 2024
On behalf of the United States of America, I wish the people of Georgia a happy Independence Day. Throughout the 32 years of our bilateral relationship, the United States has shown unwavering commitment to Georgia’s democratic, prosperous future and has been among the strongest supporters of Georgia’s sovereignty and integrity. We have been proud to support efforts to strengthen Georgia’s economy, democracy, and ability to deter Russian aggression, and we reaffirm our commitment to the Georgian people and to Georgia’s future.
By Federal Newswire | May 25, 2024
On May 25, 2024, Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken issued a press statement extending congratulations to the people of Jordan on the occasion of their National Day. This year marks the 78th anniversary of Jordan's independence and the 25th anniversary of King Abdullah’s accession to the throne.
