News from May 2024
By Federal Newswire | May 31, 2024
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud
By Federal Newswire | May 31, 2024
Pentagon Press Secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder provided the following readout:
By Federal Newswire | May 31, 2024
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), including its agencies CDC, FDA, NIH, and ASPR, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), is focused on maintaining community health and safety in response to the H5N1 outbreak in dairy cattle. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) assesses that the risk to the general public remains low. However, farmworkers in close contact with infected animals are at a higher risk.
By Federal Newswire | May 31, 2024
Director Rachel Rossi of the Justice Department’s Office for Access to Justice (ATJ) traveled to Connecticut this week as part of the office’s mission to ensure access to justice across the civil justice system, expand access to counsel, and support innovative efforts to improve the judiciary and court administration. During her visit, Director Rossi met with U.S. Attorney Vanessa Avery for the District of Connecticut to commend her leadership on access to justice issues in the state and discuss future collaboration.
By Federal Newswire | May 31, 2024
In February 2024, judges on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit heard oral arguments in National Association of Private Fund Managers v. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), a case that could significantly impact American capital markets. A new report by the Center for American Progress (CAP) details how a decision against the SEC’s private fund advisers rule might lead to broader challenges against the regulatory framework authorized by Congress.
By Federal Newswire | May 31, 2024
Deputy Secretary Verma’s Meeting with Jamaican Foreign Minister Johnson Smith
By Federal Newswire | May 31, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced an investment of $111 million to address polluted sites and introduce clean school buses across New York State. The funding, primarily sourced from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, will be allocated through two major programs: nearly $96 million via the EPA’s Clean School Bus Rebate program for replacing existing school buses with electric models, and approximately $15 million through the EPA’s Brownfields program for assessing and cleaning up polluted sites.
By Federal Newswire | May 31, 2024
The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, New Zealand, the Republic of Korea, the United Kingdom, the High Representative of the European Union, and the Secretary of State of the United States of America have issued a joint statement regarding recent sanctions on North Korea (DPRK) and Russia. The statement emphasizes that these sanctions represent a coordinated effort to hold both nations accountable for their involvement in the unlawful transfer of arms from DPRK to Russia for use in attacking Ukraine.
By Federal Newswire | May 31, 2024
Arlington, Va. – Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) President and CEO Eric Fanning released a statement today following AIA's submission of comprehensive feedback to the Department of State on regulations implementing the International Trade and Arms Regulation (ITAR) exemption for Australia and the United Kingdom under the AUKUS security partnership.
By Federal Newswire | May 31, 2024
Recently, legislative bodies across the United States have seen a surge in activity as lawmakers in over 10 states introduced several closely related bills aimed at addressing AI systems and their impacts on various facets of society. These areas include hiring practices, education, insurance, housing, lending, government services, and criminal sentencing. The scope of these bills is extensive and is expected to have a significant impact nationwide.
By Federal Newswire | May 31, 2024
Secretary Blinken spoke with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba on May 31, 2024, reaffirming the United States' unwavering support for Ukraine. The conversation underscored U.S. backing for Ukraine's defense capabilities against Russian military positions within Russia, from which attacks are being launched.
By Federal Newswire | May 31, 2024
Pentagon Press Secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder provided the following readout:
By Federal Newswire | May 31, 2024
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the implementation of federal disaster assistance for Maine following severe winter storms that occurred from April 3 to April 5, 2024. This move follows President Biden's major disaster declaration for Cumberland and York counties.
By Federal Newswire | May 31, 2024
The following text was released by the Governments of the United States of America, Japan, and the Republic of Korea on the occasion of the United States-Japan-Republic of Korea Trilateral Vice Foreign Minister-Level Dialogue.
By Federal Newswire | May 31, 2024
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Jordan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Ayman Safadi on May 31, 2024. According to Spokesperson Matthew Miller, the discussion centered around a proposal submitted to Hamas aimed at achieving an immediate ceasefire, securing the release of all hostages, and ending the war in Gaza.
By Federal Newswire | May 31, 2024
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced $44 million in Fiscal Year 2023 funding through the Family Self Sufficiency (FSS) Program and the Resident Opportunity and Self-Sufficiency (ROSS) Service Coordinator Program. The funds will be used to equip residents with tools and resources aimed at achieving financial independence, lowering housing costs, and building generational wealth.
By Federal Newswire | May 31, 2024
Secretary Antony J. Blinken and NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg met on May 31, 2024, to discuss preparations for the upcoming Washington Summit.
By Federal Newswire | May 31, 2024
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced the implementation of federal disaster assistance for Nebraska, addressing recovery efforts in areas affected by severe winter storms and straight-line winds from April 6 to April 7, 2024. President Biden issued a major disaster declaration for the counties of Banner, Cheyenne, Dawes, Garden, Kimball, Morrill, Scotts Bluff, and Sioux.
By Federal Newswire | May 31, 2024
Deputy Secretary for Management and Resources Richard R. Verma met with Antigua and Barbuda’s Prime Minister Gaston Browne on the margins of the UN Conference on Small Island Developing States in St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda, on Wednesday, May 29.
By Federal Newswire | May 31, 2024
MyInterview’s challenges are not isolated. Similar issues have affected other notable AI hiring platforms. HireVue, a prominent AI and human resource management company that has serviced corporations such as Hilton, Delta Air Lines, and Unilever, faced significant criticism for its use of AI to analyze speech elements like "variation in tone or pauses." The backlash led the company to cease this practice in 2021.
