News published on Federal Newswire in November 2024

News from November 2024


Austin and Healey discuss Ukraine and Indo-Pacific security

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III held a conversation with the United Kingdom's Secretary of State for Defence, John Healey, on Monday.


U.S. highlights agricultural progress at COP29

U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack highlighted significant advancements in agriculture and climate initiatives at the 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan.


Global entry enrollment on departure launched at Atlanta airport

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has announced the launch of Global Entry Enrollment on Departure at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.


AMA study reveals persistent concentration in US health insurance markets

The American Medical Association (AMA) has released its 2024 edition of "Competition in Health Insurance: A Comprehensive Study of US Markets," which provides an in-depth analysis of health insurance market concentration across the United States.


Wisconsin business owner pleads guilty in $606K employment tax case

A Wisconsin man has pleaded guilty to charges related to failing to file and pay employment taxes.


Treasury targets Mexican network linked to opioid crisis

The Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned a network of nine Mexican nationals involved in drug trafficking and money laundering.


San Antonio man sentenced to two decades for receipt of child pornography

A San Antonio man has been sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for the receipt of child pornography.


Education department releases guide on schools' use of artificial intelligence

The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has released a new resource titled "Avoiding the Discriminatory Use of Artificial Intelligence."


Department of Labor secures judgment against Mississippi fish farm over worker intimidation

The U.S. Department of Labor has secured a consent judgment against Battle Fish North and Magnolia Processing Inc., a fish farm and processing plant in Tunica, Mississippi.


US designates six Hamas leaders for funding and arms transfer

The United States government has announced the designation of six Hamas leaders involved in transferring weapons and funds to Gaza.


Netflix highlights new international series at first showcase

Netflix held its first International Showcase on Monday, highlighting its dedication to local language programming and partnerships with over 1,000 producers from more than 50 countries outside the United States.


Niagara Falls man sentenced for drug distribution near public housing

U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross has announced the sentencing of Michael Pryor, 27, from Niagara Falls, NY.


Laredo Sector Border Patrol honors November’s Youth of the Month

Laredo, Texas – The Laredo Sector Border Patrol announced the recipients of the Youth of the Month program for November during a ceremony at Martin High School.


Justice Department sues Pennsylvania over discriminatory housing codes for disabled

The Justice Department has initiated legal action against the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, along with its Department of Labor and Industry and Department of Human Services.


U.S. Treasury targets six senior Hamas leaders with new sanctions

The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has designated six senior Hamas officials, including representatives abroad and a member of the Izz Al-Din Al-Qassam Brigades, as well as individuals involved in...


Treasury expands access to clean energy tax credits with new rules

Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the IRS released final regulations aimed at expanding access to clean energy tax credits through direct pay, part of the Biden-Harris Administration's Inflation Reduction Act.


Heritage Foundation supports Chris Wright's appointment as Secretary of Energy

The Heritage Foundation has extended its congratulations to Chris Wright, the founder, CEO, and chairman of Liberty Energy, on his appointment as Secretary of Energy in President-elect Donald Trump's administration.


California man sentenced for acting as illegal agent for Chinese government

John Chen, a 71-year-old resident of Los Angeles and the People's Republic of China (PRC), has been sentenced to 20 months in prison.


EPA grants $800K to SoCal firms for environmental tech advancement

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has allocated $800,000 in research funding to two small businesses in Southern California.


US condemns sentencing under Hong Kong's national security law

The United States has expressed strong condemnation regarding the sentences announced in Hong Kong's National Security Law trial involving pro-democracy advocates, known as the NSL 47.