News published on Federal Newswire in November 2024

News from November 2024


CDT joins groups supporting competition in live sports video streaming

CDT has aligned with several organizations to support a legal effort in the Second Circuit Court.



DoD finalizes first phase with nine awards under DBIMP initiative

The Department of Defense (DoD) has finalized the first phase of its Distributed Bioindustrial Manufacturing Program (DBIMP), announcing nine additional awards to bioindustrial firms.


CES announces record number of honorees for innovation awards

The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) has announced the honorees for the CES Innovation Awards 2025.


Blinken and Cho discuss U.S.-ROK alliance amid DPRK-Russia ties

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with Republic of Korea (ROK) Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul on the sidelines of the APEC summit, as reported by Spokesperson Matthew Miller.


Blinken congratulates Botswana's president on historic 2024 elections

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken held a conversation with Botswana President Duma Gideon Boko to extend his congratulations on the nation's historic 2024 elections.


Blinken and Joly discuss global security challenges at APEC summit

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and Canadian Foreign Minister Melanie Joly met at the Lima Convention Center in Peru on November 14, 2024.


EPA takes steps toward regulating chemicals affecting salmon survival

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has initiated an advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) under the Toxic Substances Control Act to assess potential risks linked to N-(1,3-Dimethylbutyl)-N′-phenyl-p-phenylenediamine (6PPD) and...


EPA invests nearly $2M in Puerto Rico port operations for cleaner environment

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a significant financial commitment to enhance port operations in Puerto Rico.


Colorado man sentenced for distributing child abuse material

A Colorado man, Christopher Carl Meier, 41, has been sentenced to 35 years in prison followed by a lifetime of supervised release for his involvement in distributing child sexual abuse material (CSAM) and participating in a dark-web site dedicated...


Heritage supports RFK Jr.'s appointment as HHS Secretary under Trump's leadership

The Heritage Foundation has extended its congratulations to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. following his appointment as Secretary of Health and Human Services in the incoming administration of President-elect Donald Trump. Dr. Kevin Roberts, President of...


Moolenaar urges Biden to assert US stance in meeting with Xi Jinping

Chairman John Moolenaar has commented on the upcoming meeting between President Joe Biden and General Secretary of the Chinese Communist Party, Xi Jinping.


Biden administration allocates funds to boost clean energy across American farms

U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced new funding for clean energy projects across nearly every state, aimed at reducing costs and enhancing access to renewable energy.


Oklahoma City man sentenced to 15 years for illegal firearm possession

RONALD LADALE ATCHISON, JR., 37, from Oklahoma City, has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for illegal firearm possession following a prior felony conviction.


Department enters final beta test for next year's FAFSA application

The U.S. Department of Education has announced the final beta testing phase for the 2025–26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).


NFIB executive discusses rising optimism among small businesses

Holly Wade, Executive Director of the NFIB Research Center, spoke with Brad Smith on Yahoo!


President nominates seven officers for promotion in U.S Air Force

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III has announced a series of nominations by the president for appointments in the Air Force.


Judge allows FTC case against Meta over acquisitions to proceed

U.S. District Judge James Boasberg has allowed the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) case against Meta to proceed to trial.


Traveler loses global entry status after failing to declare $80k in purchases

A U.S. citizen returning from Spain on Halloween was found with over $80,000 in undeclared merchandise at Philadelphia International Airport.


Dominican man pleads guilty to illegal reentry into the United States

A Dominican national has admitted guilt in a Boston federal court for illegally reentering the United States after deportation.