News published on Federal Newswire in October 2024

News from October 2024


ITI voices concerns over new outbound investment rule by US Treasury

Global technology trade association ITI has expressed its views on the U.S. Department of Treasury's recently finalized rule concerning U.S. investments in certain national security technologies and products within countries deemed of concern.


Acting Assistant Secretary Holman attends World Food Prize events in Iowa

Acting Assistant Secretary for Economic and Business Affairs, Amy Holman, is set to visit Des Moines, Iowa from October 29 to November 1.


Hearing scheduled in Tapestry and Capri Holdings case

An evidentiary hearing is scheduled to take place before Administrative Law Judge Dania L. Ayoubi in the matter involving Tapestry, Inc., and Capri Holdings Limited.


CBP seizes over $205K in methamphetamine at Eagle Pass Port

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Eagle Pass Port of Entry seized over $205,000 in narcotics during a recent enforcement action.


AMA urges vaccination amid upcoming respiratory virus season

The American Medical Association (AMA) is urging the public to get vaccinated as the respiratory virus season approaches.


Treasury issues regulations on U.S investments in critical technology sectors

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has released a final rule to implement Executive Order 14105, issued on August 9, 2023.


US congratulates Czech Republic on National Day

On October 28, 2024, U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken extended congratulations to Czechia on its national day.


Biden administration reaffirms support for minority-owned businesses at MED Week

U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo and Deputy Secretary Don Graves recently participated in the 41st Annual National Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week, celebrating minority-owned business enterprises' achievements.


U.S. senior coordinator retires after fostering Atlantic Cooperation

Ambassador Jessica Lapenn is retiring after a notable career in the U.S. Foreign Service, where she most recently served as the inaugural U.S. Senior Coordinator for Atlantic Cooperation.


FTC halts multimillion-dollar business opportunity scam targeting online sellers

A federal court has temporarily halted the operations of a business opportunity scam that allegedly defrauded consumers of over $12 million through false promises of profits from selling goods on platforms like Amazon and Walmart.


Treasury announces borrowing estimates for upcoming quarters

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has released its estimates for privately-held net marketable borrowing for the upcoming quarters.


CBP intercepts over $65K in unreported cash at Pharr bridge

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at Pharr International Bridge intercepted over $65,000 in unreported currency during an outbound inspection.


CCIA challenges Florida's social media law over First Amendment concerns

The Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) has initiated legal action against Florida's newly enacted internet law, HB3.


Natalie K. Wight departs as United States attorney for District of Oregon

The United States Attorney's Office for the District of Oregon has announced the departure of Natalie K. Wight from her position as United States Attorney.


U.S. announces visa restrictions targeting threats to democracy in Ghana

The United States has introduced a new visa restriction policy targeting individuals responsible for undermining democracy in Ghana.


Hellbound creators discuss new season with Bong Joon-ho at special panel

A panel discussion featuring director Bong Joon-ho, along with Yeon Sang-ho and Choi Gyu-seok, was held to delve into the universe of the series Hellbound.


Lawmakers urge restrictions on advanced semiconductor tech exports to China

Chairman John Moolenaar and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and Chinese Communist Party have addressed a letter to Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo.


U.S. Navy officer sentenced for role in Afghan visa bribery scheme

A U.S. Navy Reserve Commander, Jeromy Pittmann from Florida, has been sentenced to 30 months in prison for his involvement in a bribery scheme related to Special Immigrant Visas (SIVs) for Afghan nationals.


HUD and FHFA expand public access to housing appraisal data

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) have expanded the scope of public appraisal data for single-family mortgages insured by HUD's Federal Housing Administration (FHA).


Fulbright/Kennedy Center welcomes inaugural fellows from Colombia and Brazil

The U.S. Department of State has announced the arrival of the first Fulbright/Kennedy Center Fellows, Adriana Jaramillo from Colombia and Eder Zanetti from Brazil.