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Merrick B. Garland: “Americans who serve the public by administering our voting systems should not have to fear for their lives simply for doing their jobs,”
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Merrick B. Garland: “Americans who serve the public by administering our voting systems should not have to fear for their lives simply for doing their jobs,”

By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 14, 2023

According to a press release on August 11, 2023, a Massachusetts man, James W. Clark, pleaded guilty to sending a bomb threat via a website contact form to an election official in the Arizona Secretary of State’s Office, prompting concerns for her safety. The FBI and Justice Department's Election Threats Task Force are investigating and prosecuting the case, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding election workers.

Ryder: "Secretary Austin lauded the JSCD for its importance in advancing an enduring U.S.-Iraq security partnership."
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Ryder: "Secretary Austin lauded the JSCD for its importance in advancing an enduring U.S.-Iraq security partnership."

By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 8, 2023

Defense Secretary Austin and Iraqi Defense Minister al-Abbasi's Inaugural Meeting Marks United States and Iraq's Pledge to Strengthen Security Partnership and Persevere in Defeating ISIS

Padilla: "America’s outdated immigration system is hurting countless people and holding back our country and our economy."
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Padilla: "America’s outdated immigration system is hurting countless people and holding back our country and our economy."

By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 8, 2023

CHIRLA Urges Congress for Immigration Registry Update: HR1511 and S2606 Bills Offer Hope to Millions Seeking Citizenship, Reforms Long-Standing System Holding Back Progress—Senator Padilla Champions Overdue Change.

Damante: “States criminalizing abortion and are out of step with the majority of Americans."
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Damante: “States criminalizing abortion and are out of step with the majority of Americans."

By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 8, 2023

States criminalizing abortion clash with the majority as recent polls show 60% of Americans support legal access. Reproductive rights measures gain bipartisan traction, challenging the prevailing restrictive trend.

Donalds: 'A nuclear reactor has been built in America to provide electricity to our grid' for the first time in over 30 years
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Donalds: 'A nuclear reactor has been built in America to provide electricity to our grid' for the first time in over 30 years

By Federal Newswire Report | Aug 7, 2023

Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) said that he looks forward to the future of nuclear energy following the announcement from Georgia Power that the new Plant Vogtle Unit 3 is commercially operational. In an Aug. 1 post to X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, Donalds said the building of the new nuclear reactor aligns perfectly with his "nuclear package," which consists of 20 bills.

Texas' McCaul on border crisis: A criminal enterprise is 'right here in the United States, and it was created by this administration's policies'
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Texas' McCaul on border crisis: A criminal enterprise is 'right here in the United States, and it was created by this administration's policies'

By Federal Newswire Report | Jul 28, 2023

U.S. Rep. Michael McCaul (R-TX) puts the responsibility of increased border crime on Biden-Mayorkas policies.

Tiffany says 'Chinese authorities have redoubled their reckless efforts to provoke a conflict in the Taiwan Strait' in recent letter to VP Harris
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Tiffany says 'Chinese authorities have redoubled their reckless efforts to provoke a conflict in the Taiwan Strait' in recent letter to VP Harris

By Federal Newswire Report | Jul 28, 2023

In a recent letter addressed to Vice President Kamala Harris, Rep. Tom Tiffany (R-WI) encouraged her to meet with Taiwan’s Vice President William Lai Ching-te when he visits the US. In the letter, dated July 26, the congressmen notified Harris of the upcoming visit in August and said the meeting would emphasize the friendship between the two countries.

Energy trade associations denounce recent restrictions in the Gulf of Mexico: "This private settlement agreement... places unfounded restrictions on operations in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico"
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Energy trade associations denounce recent restrictions in the Gulf of Mexico: "This private settlement agreement... places unfounded restrictions on operations in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico"

By Federal Newswire Report | Jul 28, 2023

Three separate energy associations responded to a recent deal restricting energy production in the Gulf of Mexico. The joint statement, found in a July 21st press release, expressed their opinion that these regulations are unmerited and damaging.

Senator from South Carolina: 'Children are being trafficked across our southern border while the president does nothing'
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Senator from South Carolina: 'Children are being trafficked across our southern border while the president does nothing'

By Federal Newswire Report | Jul 27, 2023

Presidential candidate U.S. Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC) spoke out against the problem of child trafficking, particularly at the southern border.

Congressman Donalds: Nuclear energy 'is an invaluable asset that we must utilize in order to efficiently power the future of our nation'
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Congressman Donalds: Nuclear energy 'is an invaluable asset that we must utilize in order to efficiently power the future of our nation'

By Federal Newswire Report | Jul 27, 2023

Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) once again vouched for nuclear energy after introducing 5 new bills as a part of his 2023-24 Nuclear Energy Package. Donalds said in a press release on July 18 that the cleanest source of energy is, in fact, nuclear, and argued that it is important to the future of the US.

Kaine: 'Security needs to be reestablished first alongside a Haitian-led solution of a political crisis'
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Kaine: 'Security needs to be reestablished first alongside a Haitian-led solution of a political crisis'

By Bob Pepalis | Jul 27, 2023

Sen. Tim Kaine said he and Sen. Marco Rubio introduced the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act and they cosponsored the Haitian Criminal Collusion and Transparency Act to strengthen regional security cooperation during a Foreign Relations Committee hearing on July 27. Kaine, the chairman of the committee, said the legislation also will sanction political and business elites who empower gangs in Haiti.

Ohio's Davidson: 'Congress must swiftly ban then criminalize any effort to design, build, develop, test or establish a CBDC'
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Ohio's Davidson: 'Congress must swiftly ban then criminalize any effort to design, build, develop, test or establish a CBDC'

By Federal Newswire Report | Jul 26, 2023

The Federal Reserve recently launched FedNow, an instant payment service that some experts are concerned will pave the way for a central bank digital currency (CBDC).

Greene: '300 Americans die every single day from Chinese-made, Mexican cartel imported fentanyl'
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Greene: '300 Americans die every single day from Chinese-made, Mexican cartel imported fentanyl'

By Federal Newswire Report | Jul 25, 2023

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA), a member of the House Committee on Homeland Security, said that hundreds of American lives are lost daily due to the ongoing fentanyl crisis. Greene tweeted her concerns on July 23 and laid the blame for the crisis on President Biden and Secretary Mayorkas.

Graves: 'Shame on the House members who voted for these provisions'
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Graves: 'Shame on the House members who voted for these provisions'

By Federal Newswire Report | Jul 24, 2023

The National Defense Authorization Act passed July 14 has faced backlash for controversial amendments targeting abortion access, LGBTQI+ rights and military diversity.

U.S. Rep Smith: "While on paper Nigeria has robust protections for all religions, violations of religious freedom are escalating"
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U.S. Rep Smith: "While on paper Nigeria has robust protections for all religions, violations of religious freedom are escalating"

By Federal Newswire Report | Jul 20, 2023

U.S. Representative Chris Smith (R-N.J.) criticized the Biden Administration and the U.S. Department of State (DOS) for removing Nigeria from the DOS' list of countries that violate religious freedom according to

NAHB Chairman Huey: 'ESG policies already have caused home insurance companies to drop out of some areas and raise rates in others'
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NAHB Chairman Huey: 'ESG policies already have caused home insurance companies to drop out of some areas and raise rates in others'

By Federal Newswire Report | Jul 19, 2023

Alicia Huey, Chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) said that Federal policies and regulations are causing issues for the housing industry. She made her complaint to congress in a recent hearing, as announced in a July 14th press release from the NAHB.

Raja Krishnamoorthi: 'The initial findings... reinforce the need for full transparency by companies potentially profiting from CCP forced labor.'
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Raja Krishnamoorthi: 'The initial findings... reinforce the need for full transparency by companies potentially profiting from CCP forced labor.'

By Federal Newswire Report | Jul 17, 2023

Chinese fast fashion clothing companies Temu and Shein exploit a loophole in U.S. import rules to dodge import taxes, and Temu does virtually nothing to ensure compliance with anti-forced-labor laws, an interim report from the Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party said.

Judge Corley: “The Court DENIES the motion for preliminary injunction” on Microsoft’s $69 billion Activision deal
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Judge Corley: “The Court DENIES the motion for preliminary injunction” on Microsoft’s $69 billion Activision deal

By Federal Newswire Report | Jul 13, 2023

Judge Jacqueline Scott Corley, a U.S. District Judge for the Northern District of California, refused to block Microsoft’s $69 billion purchase of the entertainment company Activision Blizzard. In a ruling on July 11, Corley denied the request for a preliminary injunction by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and allowed Microsoft to move forward with the deal, which was set to expire on July 18.

Texas Public Policy Foundation policy director: 'The time is now to secure the border, stop the cartels, protect our communities'
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Texas Public Policy Foundation policy director: 'The time is now to secure the border, stop the cartels, protect our communities'

By Federal Newswire Report | Jul 4, 2023

Florida governor and Republican presidential candidate Ron DeSantis has proposed a plan that highlights the need to regain operational control of the border, confront and dismantle criminal organizations, implement physical barriers to enhance security and ensure orderly and legal processes, according to Melissa Ford Maldonado, the Secure & Sovereign Texas Policy Director at the Texas Public Policy Foundation (TPPF).

Mayorkas: Work ‘to disrupt fentanyl supply chain is unprecedented’
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Mayorkas: Work ‘to disrupt fentanyl supply chain is unprecedented’

By Federal Newswire Report | Jul 3, 2023

The Department of Homeland Security has launched the next phase of its campaign to stop fentanyl from entering the U.S.

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