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Fort Myers man sentenced to over five years for fentanyl distribution
By Federal Newswire | Dec 4, 2024
A Fort Myers man has been sentenced to five years and five months in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute fentanyl.
1789 Capital Founder: Judge’s blockage of Musk’s Tesla pay package shows ‘why CBDCs are a non-starter’
By C.D. Marsden | Dec 4, 2024
The co-founder of 1789 Capital said a Delaware judge’s blockage of Elon Musk’s Tesla pay package shows ‘why Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) are a non-starter.”
Ex-SEC commissioner Paul Atkins considered as potential successor for SEC chair
By Federal Newswire | Dec 4, 2024
Speculation has emerged regarding former Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Commissioner Paul Atkins potentially succeeding Gary Gensler as SEC Chair.
Office of Technology releases new research questions on tech challenges
By Federal Newswire | Dec 4, 2024
The Office of Technology (OT) recently shared a series of research questions, highlighting their commitment to exploring complex technological issues.
HHS whistleblower: 'Child trafficking has evolved into an international syndicate of gangs and cartels'
By Federal Newswire | Dec 4, 2024
Tara Rodas, a whistleblower from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), has raised concerns about the misuse of the Unaccompanied Children (UC) Program at the U.S. border.
NFIB calls on Congress to support small businesses before year-end
By Federal Newswire | Dec 3, 2024
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has called on Congress to address key legislative issues affecting small businesses before the year's end.
CBP opens new CTPAT field office in Laredo
By Federal Newswire | Dec 3, 2024
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has inaugurated a new office for its Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) Program in Laredo, Texas.
NFIB releases guide to help small businesses navigate credit card chargebacks
By Federal Newswire | Dec 3, 2024
The NFIB Small Business Legal Center has released a new Credit Card Chargeback Guide aimed at helping small businesses handle and prevent disputes related to chargebacks.
FTC takes action against Gravy Analytics over unlawful sale of sensitive location data
By Federal Newswire | Dec 3, 2024
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has initiated action against Gravy Analytics Inc. and its subsidiary Venntel Inc. for allegedly selling sensitive location data without user consent.
Construction shifts towards low-density suburbs amid affordability challenges
By Federal Newswire | Dec 3, 2024
More residential construction is taking place in low-density suburbs and outlying areas due to factors affecting housing affordability, such as a lack of buildable lots, higher home building costs, and a shortage of construction workers.
Customs officers seize over $3 million in narcotics at Texas border crossings
By Federal Newswire | Dec 3, 2024
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Hidalgo/Pharr/Anzalduas Port of Entry recently intercepted narcotics valued at over $3 million in two separate incidents.
Survey highlights how small businesses shape communities through support
By Federal Newswire | Dec 3, 2024
The NFIB Research Center recently conducted a survey to understand the role of small businesses in their communities.
CBP seizes weapons cache from bus at Hidalgo port
By Federal Newswire | Dec 3, 2024
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Hidalgo International Bridge in Texas seized 26 weapons and 43 magazines during an outbound examination of a commercial bus heading to Mexico.
Court blocks corporate transparency act reporting requirements
By Federal Newswire | Dec 3, 2024
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has expressed approval following a decision by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas regarding the case Texas Top Cop Shop, Inc., et al. v. Garland, et al.
Border Patrol apprehends migrants from three countries in Puerto Rico landing
By Federal Newswire | Dec 3, 2024
U.S. Border Patrol agents apprehended 39 individuals from the Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Venezuela after their vessel landed near Isabela, Puerto Rico.
Microsoft announces quarterly dividend payable in March 2025
By Federal Newswire | Dec 3, 2024
Microsoft Corporation has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.83 per share, according to an announcement made on Tuesday.
FTC acts against IntelliVision for alleged false claims on facial recognition tech
By Federal Newswire | Dec 3, 2024
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has initiated action against IntelliVision Technologies Corp. over allegations of deceptive claims regarding its facial recognition software.
Heritage Foundation proposes overhaul with 50+ policies for US immigration reform
By Federal Newswire | Dec 3, 2024
The Heritage Foundation's Border Security and Immigration Center has released a report proposing over 50 principles and policies aimed at reforming the United States immigration system.
FTC restricts Mobilewalla's sale of sensitive location data
By Federal Newswire | Dec 3, 2024
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken decisive action against Mobilewalla, Inc., a data broker accused of selling sensitive location data without verifying consumer consent.
CBP dedicates new Valor Memorial to honor fallen personnel
By Federal Newswire | Dec 3, 2024
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has dedicated a new Valor Memorial to honor the sacrifices of its fallen personnel.
