VP Harris Issues Remarks at Campaign Event in Clarkston, Ga.
CLARKSTON, Georgia, Oct. 26 -- Vice President Kamala Harris issued the following remarks on Oct. 24, 2024, at a campaign event at the James Hallford Stadium:
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THE VICE PRESIDENT: Good evening, Georgia! (Applause.) Good evening.
Can we please hear it for my friend, our 44th president, Barack Obama? (Applause.)
Oh, it's good to be back in Atlanta. (Laughs.)
All right. All right. So --
AUDIENCE MEMBER: (Inaudible.)
THE VICE PRESIDENT: I love you too. (Applause.) I love you too. (Laughs. more
VP Harris Issues Remarks at Vice President's Residence on Oct. 23, 2024
WASHINGTON, Oct. 26 -- Vice President Kamala Harris issued the following remarks on Oct. 23, 2024, at the vice president's residence at the U.S. Naval Observatory:
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THE VICE PRESIDENT: So, yesterday, we learned that Donald Trump's former chief of staff, John Kelly, a retired four-star general, confirmed that while Donald Trump was president, he said he wanted generals like Adolf Hitler had.
Donald Trump said that because he does not want a military that is loyal to the United States Cons more
VP Harris Issues Statement 1st Anniversary of Lewiston Shootings
WASHINGTON, Oct. 26 -- Vice President Kamala Harris issued the following statement on Oct. 25, 202, on the first anniversary of the Lewiston shootings:
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One year ago, an act of senseless violence carried out with a weapon of war took the lives of 18 loved ones and injured 13 others in Lewiston, Maine. Doug and I join all Mainers in remembering those who lost their lives on that fall night, standing with their families, and thinking of the survivors of this horrific mass shooting.
In the more
DNC Announces Major Six-Figure Labor Turnout Campaign at Union Halls and Factories Across the Battlegrounds
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The Democratic National Committee issued the following news release:
Today, the DNC announced a major, mid-six figure 'I Will Vote' mobilization ad campaign near union halls and unionized factories in battleground states and states with competitive down-ballot races, encouraging union members not to "pick the scab" and instead turn out to the ballot box in November for Democrats. With this first-of-its-kind campaign, the DNC continues to meet workers where they are to rem more
MAGA Malarkey: The Extremism You Missed From Republicans This Week
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The Democratic National Committee issued the following news release:
MAGA Republicans stooped to new lows this week with their extremism, hypocrisy, chaos, and as President Biden would call it malarkey. In case you missed it: New reporting revealed Donald Trump said "I need the kind of generals that Hitler had," and repeatedly denigrated military service during his time in office; JD Vance said to "shut the hell up" about Trump's chief of staff calling him a "fascist"; Tr more
JD Vance: "Shut the Hell Up" About Donald Trump's Chief of Staff Calling Him a "Fascist"
WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The Democratic National Committee issued the following news release:
After JD Vance told reporters to "shut the hell up" in response to Donald Trump's own former chief of staff labeling him a "fascist," DNC Rapid Response Director Alex Floyd released the following statement:
"Donald Trump's closest aides and handlers including JD Vance know the truth about Trump's dangerous disregard for the rule of law and his desire to wield unchecked power against his fellow American more
Reporters Without Borders: USA - Trump Verbally Attacked the Media More Than 100 Times in Run-Up to Election
PARIS, France, Oct. 26 -- Reporters Without Borders issued the following news:
As the U.S. presidential campaign reaches its November 5 climax, Republican candidate and former president Donald Trump has escalated his war on the free press, verbally attacking the media more than 100 times over the past two months. Yet these attacks rarely make the news anymore. Reporters Without Borders (RSF) is deeply concerned that American media - and in turn, the wider public - may be growing numb to the exi more
CSIS: Biden Administration's National Security Memorandum on AI Explained
WASHINGTON, Oct. 26 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following Q&A on Oct. 25, 2024, by Gregory C. Allen and Isaac Goldston:
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On October 24, 2024, the Biden administration released a National Security Memorandum (NSM) titled "Memorandum on Advancing the United States' Leadership in Artificial Intelligence; Harnessing Artificial Intelligence to Fulfill National Security Objectives; and Fostering the Safety, Security, and Trustworthiness of Artificial Intelli more
VP Harris, Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff Issue Statement on Death of Baseball Player Fernando Valenzuela
WASHINGTON, Oct. 26 -- Vice President Kamala Harris and Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff issued the following statement on Oct. 23, 2024, on the death of baseball player Fernando Valenzuela:
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Fernando Valenzuela was a baseball legend.
For 17 seasons in the MLB, with his signature screwball, Fernando Valenzuela confounded batters and delighted fans. He remains the first and only player to win both the Rookie of the Year and Cy Young award in a single season.
More than anything, Fernando V more
BREAKING: JD Vance Praised Trump-Backed, Self-Described "Black Nazi" Mark Robinson as a "Great Lieutenant Governor"
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The Democratic National Committee issued the following news release:
In response to JD Vance shouting out Mark Robinson, who Donald Trump has praised as an "outstanding person," DNC Rapid Response Director Alex Floyd released the following statement:
"Donald Trump and JD Vance are both cut from the same extreme MAGA cloth as Mark Robinson so of course Vance thinks Robinson is a 'great Lieutenant Governor' even after his appalling and un-American behavior. Voters deserve more
White House Issues Transcript of Press Gaggle by VP Harris in Philadelphia, Pa.
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 25 -- The White House issued the following transcript of a press gaggle on Oct. 24, 2024, by Vice President Kamala Harris at the Warwick Hotel Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia:
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THE VICE PRESIDENT: Oh, hi, guys.
Q: Hello.
THE VICE PRESIDENT: Okay. Good morning -- or af- --
Q: Good afternoon.
THE VICE PRESIDENT: -- afternoon. Good afternoon. Good afternoon.
Well, let me start by saying I'm really very proud to announce that we've had some endorsements more
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Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Central American Migration: Root Causes & U.S. Policy
WASHINGTON, Nov. 1 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11151) on Oct. 30, 2024, by Peter J. Meyer, Latin American and Canadian affairs specialist.
Here are excerpts:
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Central American Migration: Root Causes and U.S. Policy
U.S. policy toward Central America has been a subject of significant debate and oversight over the past decade as Congress has sought to address the underlying factors driving migration from the region to th more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on European Parliament & U.S. Interests
WASHINGTON, Nov. 1 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11211) on Oct. 30, 2024, by section research manager Kristin Archick.
Here are excerpts:
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The European Parliament and U.S. Interests
A Key EU Institution
The European Parliament (EP) is the only directly elected institution of the 27-country European Union (EU). The EP's current 720 members represent the EU's roughly 450 million citizens. The EP has accumulated more power more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Gold Star Designation
WASHINGTON, Nov. 1 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11211) on Oct. 31, 2024, by research librarians Barbara Salazar Torreon and Carly A. Miller.
Here are excerpts:
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Defense Primer: Gold Star Designation
Background
During the years of U.S. participation in World War I (WWI, 1917-1918), a service banner with a blue star was flown by some families to represent each family member in military service. The white field, edged with more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Health Claims on Food & Dietary Supplement Labels
WASHINGTON, Nov. 1 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12801) on Oct. 31, 2024, by legislative attorney Dorothy C. Kafka:
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Health Claims on Food and Dietary Supplement Labels: FDA Regulation and Select Legal Issues
A food or dietary supplement manufacturer may seek to market a product through a statement on its product's label that suggests a link between a nutrient in that product and a disease or health-related condition. Such more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Paraguay
WASHINGTON, Nov. 1 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12207) on Oct. 31, 2024, by foreign affairs specialist Joshua Klein.
Here are excerpts:
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Paraguay: An Overview
Paraguay is a landlocked country in South America bordered by Argentina, Bolivia, and Brazil. The United States has had good relations with Paraguay for decades, providing assistance to counter corruption and spur trade and economic development. The United States a more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Russia-North Korea Relations
WASHINGTON, Nov. 1 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12760) on Oct. 30, 2024.
The white paper is written by section research manager Mary Beth D. Nikitin, Asian affairs specialist Mark E. Manyin and Russian and European affairs analyst Andrew S. Bowen.
Here are excerpts:
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Russia-North Korea Relations
Overview
Over the past two years, the Russian Federation (Russia) and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK, or Nor more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Unemployment Benefits for Workers Impacted by Hurricanes Helene & Milton
WASHINGTON, Nov. 1 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12800) on Oct. 30, 2024, by income security specialists Julie M. Whittaker and Katelin P. Isaacs.
Here are excerpts:
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Unemployment Benefits for Workers Impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton
Workers who become unemployed for reasons directly attributable to a major disaster, such as Hurricanes Helene and Milton in 2024, may be eligible for income support based on their wo more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Veteran Disability Compensation & Pension Exams
WASHINGTON, Nov. 1 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12799) on Oct. 30, 2024, by social policy analyst T. Lynn Sears.
Here are excerpts:
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Veteran Disability Compensation and Pension Exams
The Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides a wide range of benefits and programs for veterans and their families. VBA administers monetary benefits for disabled veterans: disability com more
Congressional Research Service Issues Insight White Paper on Student Loan Debt Relief
WASHINGTON, Nov. 1 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12454) on Oct. 31, 2024, by Social Policy specialist Alexandra Hegji:
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Student Loan Debt Relief: The Biden Administration's Second Proposed Rule
On October 31, 2024, Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona (the Secretary) published in the Federal Register a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) describing when the Secretary may waive all or part of a borrower's outstanding feder more
Congressional Research Service Issues Legal Sidebar White Paper on Application of Bill of Rights to States Through Fourteenth Amendment & Selective Incorporation
WASHINGTON, Nov. 1 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. IF11211) on Oct. 31, 2024, by section research manager Kristin Archick.
Here are excerpts:
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Application of the Bill of Rights to the States Through the Fourteenth Amendment and Selective Incorporation
The Bill of Rights, comprising the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution, protects certain rights against infringement by the federal government. A recurring questi more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Iran & Nuclear Weapons Production
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12106) on Oct. 29, 2024, by nonproliferation specialist Paul K. Kerr:
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Iran and Nuclear Weapons Production
Background
Iran's nuclear program has generated widespread concern that Tehran is pursuing nuclear weapons. According to U.S. intelligence assessments, Tehran has the capacity to produce nuclear weapons at some point, but has halted its nuclear weapons program and has more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Salt Typhoon Hacks of Telecommunications Companies & Federal Response Implications
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12798) on Oct. 29, 2024, by cybersecurity policy specialist Chris Jaikaran:
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Salt Typhoon Hacks of Telecommunications Companies and Federal Response Implications
In early October 2024, media outlets reported that People's Republic of China (PRC) state-sponsored hackers infiltrated United States telecommunications companies (including internet service providers). The U.S. go more
Congressional Research Service Issues Insight White Paper on Escalation of Israel-Iran Conflict
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12347) on Oct. 29, 2024.
The white paper is written by Middle Eastern affairs specialists Jim Zanotti, Jeremy M. Sharp, Clayton Thomas and Christopher M. Blanchard.
Here are excerpts:
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Escalation of the Israel-Iran Conflict
Overview
In October 2024, Iran and Israel exchanged attacks for the second time this year (see Figure 1 and Figure 2), after doing so in April. This r more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Cost-Benefit Analysis in Federal Agency Rulemaking
WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12058) on Oct. 28, 2024, by Maeve P. Carey, government organization and management specialist:
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Cost-Benefit Analysis in Federal Agency Rulemaking
Since the 1970s, federal agencies have been required to consider the costs and benefits of certain regulations that are expected to have large economic effects. Under current requirements, most agencies are to design regulations more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Salt Typhoon Hacks of Telecommunications Companies & Federal Response Implications
WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12798) on Oct. 28, 2024, by cybersecurity policy specialist Chris Jaikaran:
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Salt Typhoon Hacks of Telecommunications Companies and Federal Response Implications
In early October 2024, media outlets reported that People's Republic of China (PRC) state-sponsored hackers infiltrated United States telecommunications companies (including internet service providers). This is not more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Taxation of Tip Income
WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12728) on Oct. 28, 2024, by public finance analyst Brendan McDermott:
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Taxation of Tip Income
Federal law generally requires workers to pay individual income taxes and the payroll taxes on their tip income, as on other compensation. Lawmakers have introduced several bills in recent years to exclude tip income from the individual income tax, and in some cases, from payroll t more
Congressional Research Service Issues Insight White Paper on Overview & Analysis of Bankruptcy Filings for 12-Month Period Ending June 30, 2024
WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12452) on Oct. 28, 2024, by American national government analyst Barry J. McMillion.
Here are excerpts:
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United States Bankruptcy Courts: Overview and Analysis of Bankruptcy Filings for the 12-Month Period Ending June 30, 2024
This Insight provides information and statistics related to bankruptcy filings in the United States bankruptcy courts for the 12-month period ending more
Congressional Research Service Issues Insight White Paper on Presidential Drawdown Authority & Ukraine Security Assistance
WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12453) on Oct. 28, 2024.
The white paper is written by Christina L. Arabia, security assistance, security cooperation and global arms trade analyst, Luke A. Nicastro, defense infrastructure policy analyst and Andrew S. Bowen, Russian and European affairs analyst:
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Presidential Drawdown Authority and Ukraine Security Assistance: Issues for Congress
Presidential drawdown auth more
WASHINGTON, Nov. 2 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury Financial Crimes Enforcement Network issued a 13-page financial trend analysis in September 2024 entitled "Mail Theft-Related Check Fraud: Threat Pattern and Trend Information, February to August 2023."
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Mail Theft-Related Check Fraud: Threat Pattern & Trend Information, February to August 2023
This Financial Trend Analysis focuses on patterns and trends identified in Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) data linked to mail more
Fla. U.S. Attorney: Former Miami-Dade Corrections Officer Pled Guilty to $150,000 COVID-19 Fraud
MIAMI, Florida, Nov. 2 -- The U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Florida, Markenzy Lapointe, issued the following news release on Nov. 1, 2024:
Yesterday, Daniel Fleureme, 56, of Miami-Dade County, a former Miami-Dade Corrections and Rehabilitation Department (MDCRD) Corrections Officer, pled guilty to wire fraud for defrauding a COVID-19 relief program by fraudulently obtaining an Economic Injury Disaster Loan from the U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA).
The Coronavirus Aid, Re more
Justice Dept.: Compound Ingredient Supplier Medisca Inc., to Pay $21.75M to Resolve Allegations of False and Inflated Average Wholesale Prices for Ingredients Used in Compounded Prescriptions
WASHINGTON, Nov. 2 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on Nov. 1, 2024:
The Justice Department announced today that Medisca Inc. (Medisca), has agreed to pay $21.75 million to resolve allegations concerning the establishment of false and inflated Average Wholesale Prices (AWPs) for two ingredients used in compound prescriptions. Medisca's pricing scheme allegedly caused pharmacies that purchased those ingredients to submit false prescription claims to the Defense more
Mo. U.S. Attorney: St. Louis County Woman Accused of $3 Million Home Health Care Fraud
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Nov. 2 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Missouri issued the following news release on Nov. 1, 2024:
A St. Louis County business owner was indicted by a federal grand jury Wednesday and accused of defrauding Missouri Medicaid out of more than $3 million over more than a decade.
Camille S. Childress, 40, was indicted on four counts of health care fraud. The indictment says Childress owned a home health care company, Inspiring Angels LLC, but con more
Ripon Society: 'America's Hidden Heroes'
WASHINGTON, Nov. 2 -- The Ripon Society issued the following news release:
With over 14 million Americans currently caring for a veteran or military service member in the United States, the 6th Annual Veteran Day Special Edition of The Ripon Forum examines the challenges facing these hidden heroes and what policymakers can do to support them.
"Thirty-five percent of military and veteran caregiving households have incomes below 130 percent of the federal poverty line," writes Steve Schwab, the more
Air Force Materiel Command Executes Flawless Fiscal Year 2024
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB, Ohio, Nov. 1 -- The U.S. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center issued the following news:
By Marisa Alia-Novobilski, Air Force Materiel Command
The Air Force Materiel Command closed-out another record-breaking fiscal year, executing at 99.9% across a diverse portfolio, enabling successful mission performance and critical support to meet Department of the Air Force needs.
"Our high-performing financial management experts operated flawlessly this year, maintaining the fle more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Veteran Disability Compensation & Pension Exams
WASHINGTON, Nov. 1 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12799) on Oct. 30, 2024, by social policy analyst T. Lynn Sears.
Here are excerpts:
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Veteran Disability Compensation and Pension Exams
The Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides a wide range of benefits and programs for veterans and their families. VBA administers monetary benefits for disabled veterans: disability com more
Energy IG: 'Subcontractor Conducted Unaccredited Asbestos Training at the Idaho National Laboratory'
WASHINGTON, Nov. 1 (TNSrep) -- The Energy Inspector General issued the following report (No. DOE-OIG-25-02) Oct. 28, 2024, entitled "Subcontractor Conducted Unaccredited Asbestos Training at the Idaho National Laboratory."
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The Office of Inspector General received an allegation that D&D Environmental Consulting, Inc. (D&D), a subcontractor for Battelle Energy Alliance, LLC (BEA), conducted asbestos training without Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) or state accreditation at the Idaho more
Export-Import Bank of the United States Finalizes Fuel Cell Project with Connecticut Business
WASHINGTON, Nov. 1 -- The Export-Import Bank of the United States Office of Inspector General issued the following news release:
The Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) recently finalized a transaction under its Project & Structured Finance Program to support Connecticut-based exporter FuelCell Energy Inc.The transaction is a loan guarantee of almost $10 million that will support the financing of fuel cell modules that will replace existing fuel cell modules at the Hwaseong Baran Ind more
Postal Service IG: Controls Over Purchase Card Facility Repairs
WASHINGTON, Nov. 1 (TNSres) -- The U.S. Postal Service Inspector General issued the following audit report (No. 24-057-R25) on Oct. 31, 2024, entitled "Controls Over Purchase Card Facility Repairs."
Here are excerpts:
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Background
The U.S. Postal Service uses expense purchase cards, which allow Facility and Architect Engineers, also known as project managers (PM), to make local purchases for operational needs. During fiscal years 2021 to 2023, the Postal Service paid approximately $257.6 more
Postal Service IG: Mitigating Internal Mail Theft
WASHINGTON, Nov. 1 (TNSres) -- The U.S. Postal Service Inspector General issued the following audit report (No. 24-076-R25) on Oct. 30, 2024, entitled "Mitigating Internal Mail Theft."
Here are excerpts:
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Background
The U.S. Postal Service's mission is to provide the nation with trusted, safe, and secure mail services. As the Postal Service provides mail service to almost 167 million addresses six days a week as part of its universal service obligation, mail can be subject to theft, inc more
Rep. Webster Joins Sens. Scott & Rubio, Florida Delegation Urging USDA to Expedite Aid for Florida Agricultural Producers
WASHINGTON, Nov. 1 -- Rep. Daniel Webster, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, R-Clermont, along with Congressman Scott Franklin (R-FL), Senators Rick Scott (R-FL), Marco Rubio (R-FL), and the entire Florida delegation sent a letter to U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack urging the USDA to take immediate action to provide disaster assistance for Florida agricultural producers affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
"These more
Texas U.S. Attorney: Optometrist Settles Allegations That His Optometry Practices Submitted False Claims Using Incorrect National Provider Identifiers
AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 1 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Texas issued the following news release:
Dr. Tony Jacob, an optometrist who operated a network of optometry practices in Central Texas, has agreed to pay the United States and the State of Texas $1,055,379.96 to resolve allegations under the Federal False Claims Act and the Texas Health Care Program Fraud Prevention Act. Under the terms of the settlement, the United States will receive $922,071.59 and the State more
Bethany J. Hills Joins White & Case as a Partner in New York
NEW YORK, Oct. 31 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release:
Global law firm White & Case LLP has expanded its Global Life Sciences and Healthcare Group and Intellectual Property Practice with the addition of Bethany J. Hills as a partner in New York.
"Bethany's regulatory and compliance experience in the field of healthcare and life sciences is unmatched, and we are very pleased to welcome her as the Firm continues to prioritize strategically bolstering our US practices more
CFPB Penalty Against VyStar Credit Union Exemplifies Consumer Impact of Tax-Exempt Industry's Lagging Regulatory Oversight
WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Independent Community Bankers of America issued the following news release:
Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey issued the following statement after the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau took action against VyStar Credit Union for harming consumers through its botched rollout of a new online banking system. According to the CFPB, VyStar transitioned to a new, dysfunctional online bank more
House Administration Committee Issues Report on Preventing Foreign Interference in American Elections Act (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- The House Administration Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 118-663) on the Preventing Foreign Interference in American Elections Act (H.R. 8399), which aims to amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to further restrict contributions of foreign nationals. The report was advanced by Rep. Bryan Steil, R-Wisconsin, on Sept. 12, 2024.
Here are excerpts:
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Purpose and Summary
H.R. 8399, Preventing Foreign Interference in American Elections Act, introduced by Rep more
House Intelligence Committee Issues Report on Intelligence Authorization Act for FY 2025
WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- The House Intelligence Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 118-662) on a the Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal 2025 (H.R. 8512), which aims to authorize appropriations for fiscal 2025 for intelligence and intelligence-related activities of the government, the Community Management Account and the Central Intelligence Agency Retirement and Disability System. The report was advanced by Rep. Michael Turner, R-Ohio, on Sept. 11, 2024.
Here are excerpts:
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Purpose
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ODOC Responds to Today's State House Interim Study
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Oct. 31 -- The Oklahoma Department of Corrections issued the following news on Oct. 30, 2024:
The Oklahoma Department of Corrections is transparent in its operations. We continuously enhance strategies, processes and conditions for those in our care. Rep. Humphrey did not invite agency representatives to speak during the study; however, it is imperative that people know the facts.
Multiple facts were misstated during the interim study. Bobby Cleveland stated we had mor more
Okla. Human Services Dept. Requests Audit of Its Child Care Desert Startup Grant Program
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Oct. 31 -- The Oklahoma Department of Human Services issued the following news release:
In its ongoing commitment to ensure program quality and uphold public transparency, Oklahoma Human Services, pursuant to 74 O.S. Sec.227.8, has formally requested an audit of its Child Care Desert Startup Grant program by State Auditor and Inspector Cindy Byrd. The requested audit will seek an examination of the program from its inception to the present. This action follows an initia more
Rep. Bean Named 2024 Hero of Main Street
WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- Rep. Aaron Bean, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
The National Retail Federation (NRF) recently presented U.S. Congressman Aaron Bean (FL-04) with the Hero of Main Street Award. Congressman Bean earned this honor for his tireless work during the 118th Congress to prioritize small businesses and empower a vibrant retail industry.
In Florida, retail directly supports more than 2.3 million local jobs and contributes more than $357.4 billion in economic activit more
Rep. Cammack Joins Rep. Bean, Florida Colleagues In Calling On USPS To Investigate Mail Delays
WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- Rep. Kat Cammack, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
In response to resident and industry complaints regarding late or lost mail, Rep. Kat Cammack joined Congressman Aaron Bean (FL-04) in demanding USPS Inspector General Tammy Hull and the Office of Inspector General (OIG) audit and investigate the Regional Processing and Distribution Center (RPDC) in Jacksonville, FL.
Reps. Buddy Carter (GA-01), Mike Waltz (FL-06), and John Rutherford (FL-05) also joined the more
Senate Homeland Security & Governmental Affairs Committee Issues Testimony From George Washington University Associate Dean Tillipman
WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee released the following testimony by Jessica Tillipman, associate dean for government procurement law studies at the George Washington University, from a Sept. 24, 2024, hearing entitled "Safeguarding the Homeland: Examining Conflicts of Interest in Federal Contracting to Protect America's Future":
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Chairman Peters, Ranking Member Paul, and Members of the Committee, thank you for inviting me to testify b more
Americans for Tax Reform Issues Commentary: Leave Us Alone With Grover Norquist - Kamala Harris's Fracking Flip-Flop, Armed IRS Agents, and Lina Khan's FTC Scandals Exposed
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- Americans for Tax Reform issued the following commentary on Oct. 29, 2024:
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Leave Us Alone With Grover Norquist: Kamala Harris's Fracking Flip-Flop, Armed IRS Agents, and Lina Khan's FTC Scandals Exposed
By Preston Shirazi
The overreach of the Joe Biden and Kamala Harris administration continues - from armed IRS agents to Lina Khan's campaign trail scandals, the Leave Us Alone Podcast's latest episode exposes it all!
The Leave Us Alone Podcast with Grover Norqui more
Amtrak IG: 'Company Is Establishing a Structure for Managing Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program'
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- The National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak) Inspector General issued the following audit report (No. OIG-A-2024-010) on Sept. 27, 2024, entitled "Company Is Establishing a Structure for Managing the Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program, but Better Planning Would Improve Oversight and Reduce Risks."
Here are excerpts:
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Memorandum
To: Laura Mason, Executive Vice President, Capital Delivery
From: Jim Morrison, Assistant Inspector General, Audits
Subject: Majo more
ATR Applauds Senate Republicans for Condemning FTC-DOJ Media Leak Pipeline
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- Americans for Tax Reform issued the following news on Oct. 29, 2024:
In a recent letter addressed to oversight officials within the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Department of Justice (DOJ), a collection of Republican senators called for a federal investigation into the "systematic leaking" of imminent antitrust actions to favored media outlets. On Thursday, Sens. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.), Bill Cassidy (R-La.), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) and Pete Ricket more
Congressman Dan Goldman Works to Protect the Rule of Law From Presidential Abuses of Power
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- Rep. Daniel Goldman, D-New York, issued the following news release:
The 'Investigative Integrity Protection Act' Would Prevent Sitting Presidents from Dismissing Own Active Criminal Prosecutions
Read the Bill Here(link is external)
Congressman Dan Goldman (NY-10) joined Congressman Adam Schiff (CA-30) in introducing the 'Investigative Integrity Protection Act,' which would prevent a sitting president from dismissing an active criminal prosecution against him or hersel more
DOD IG Audit: 'C-17 Spare Parts Pricing'
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 (TNSrep) -- The Defense Inspector General issued the following audit report (No. DODIG-2025-009) on Oct. 25, 2024, entitled "C-17 Spare Parts Pricing."
Here are excerpts:
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The objective of this audit was to determine whether the Air Force purchased spare parts at fair and reasonable prices for the C 17 military transport aircraft under the performance based logistics contracts.
We initiated the audit in response to an allegation to the DoD Hotline concerning spare pa more
DOD IG Issues Memorandum on Evaluation of U.S. Navy Efforts to Meet Recruitment Goals
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- The Defense Inspector General issued the following report memorandum on Oct. 15, 2024, entitled "Evaluation of U.S. Navy Efforts to Meet Recruitment Goals:"
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MEMORANDUM FOR UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR PERSONNEL AND READINESS
CHIEF OF NAVAL OPERATIONS
ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF THE NAVY (MANPOWER AND RESERVE AFFAIRS)
COMMANDER, NAVAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING COMMAND
AUDITOR GENERAL, DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY
SUBJECT: Evaluation of U.S. Navy Efforts to Meet Recruitmen more
DOD IG: 'Evaluation of Medical Care Provided to Navy Sea, Air & Land Candidates'
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- The Defense Inspector General issued the following report (No. DODIG-2025-008) on Oct. 22, 2024, entitled "Evaluation of Medical Care Provided to Navy Sea, Air and Land (SEAL) Candidates."
Here are excerpts:
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MEMORANDUM FOR UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR PERSONNEL AND READINESS
COMMANDER, NAVAL SPECIAL WARFARE COMMAND
SUBJECT: Evaluation of Medical Care Provided to Navy Sea, Air, and Land (SEAL) Candidates (Report No. DODIG 2025 008)
This final report provides t more
DOD IG: 'Navy Cyberwarfare Development Group U.S. Navy Fort Meade, Maryland'
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- The Defense Inspector General issued the following report of investigation on Oct. 15, 2024, entitled "Navy Cyberwarfare Development Group U.S. Navy Fort Meade, Maryland."
Here are excerpts:
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Executive Summary/1
The DoD Office of Inspector General (DoD OIG) conducted this investigation in response to a reprisal complaint alleging that (the Subject), U.S. Navy, Fort Meade, Maryland, took an action affecting the eligibility for access to classified information again more
DOD IG: Audit of C-17 Spare Parts Pricing - Report No. DODIG-2025-009
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- The U.S. Department of Defense Office of the Inspector General issued the following news release on Oct. 29, 2024:
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Audit
Inspector General Robert P. Storch announced today that the Department of Defense Office of Inspector General (DoD OIG) released the "Audit of C-17 Spare Parts Pricing." Initiated in response to a DoD Hotline allegation, this audit assessed whether the Air Force purchased spare parts for the C-17 military transport aircraft at fair and reasonabl more
Justice Dept.: Doctor Sentenced for $54M Medicare Fraud Scheme
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on Oct. 29, 2024:
A Texas doctor was sentenced today to 10 years and one month in prison and ordered to pay over $34 million in restitution for his role in a scheme to defraud Medicare by prescribing durable medical equipment and cancer genetic testing without seeing, speaking to, or otherwise treating patients.
According to court documents, Daniel R. Canchola M.D., 54, of Flower Mound, agreed to electronic more
Justice Dept.: Six Charged in Scheme to Defraud the Federal Government
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release:
Six defendants have been charged for their roles in schemes to rig bids, defraud the government and pay bribes and kickbacks in connection with the sale of IT products and services to federal government purchasers, which resulted in overcharges of millions of dollars to the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense (DoD).
On Oct. 9 and Oct. 16, a federal grand jury in Baltimore returned indictm more
Justice Dept.: U.S. Navy Reserve Officer Sentenced for Bribery Scheme Involving Department of State's Approval Process for Special Immigrant Visas
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on Oct. 28, 2024:
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First Sentence for Defendant Related to Afghan Allies Protection Act
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A U.S. Navy Reserve Commander from Florida was sentenced today to 30 months in prison for his role in a years-long bribery scheme involving Special Immigrant Visas (SIVs) for Afghan nationals.
According to court documents and evidence submitted at trial, Jeromy Pittmann, 53, of Pensacola, accepted bribe pay more
N.Y. U.S. Attorney: Drug Dealer Sentenced to Nine Years in Prison for Opioid Pill Mill Scheme That Illegally Distributed More Than 1.2M Oxycodone Pills
BROOKLYN, New York, Oct. 30 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of New York issued the following news release on Oct. 29, 2024:
Earlier today, at the federal courthouse in Brooklyn, Michael Kent was sentenced by United States District Judge Ann M. Donnelly to nine years in prison for his role in recruiting sham patients, paying off complicit pharmacists and illegally distributing oxycodone in a Brooklyn-based narcotics conspiracy. Kent pleaded guilty to conspiring to dis more
N.Y. U.S. Attorney: Medical Billing Company Owner Pleads Guilty to Health Care Fraud
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 30 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of New York issued the following news release on Oct. 29, 2024:
Scott Newcombe, age 40, of Plattsburgh, New York, pled guilty today to health care fraud.
United States Attorney Carla B. Freedman; Craig L. Tremaroli, Special Agent in Charge of the Albany Field Office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI); and Naomi Gruchacz, Special Agent in Charge, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office more
Pa. U.S. Attorney: Duncansville Resident Pleads Guilty to Distributing Methamphetamine
JOHNSTOWN, Pennsylvania, Oct. 30 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Pennsylvania issued the following news release:
A resident of Duncansville, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty in federal court to a charge of narcotics trafficking related to a six-month Title III wiretap investigation into drug trafficking in and around Blair, Cambria, Centre, and Clearfield counties, United States Attorney Eric G. Olshan announced today.
Douglas Hillegass, 62, pleaded guilty to one cou more
Pa. U.S. Attorney: Two New York City Residents Plead Guilty to Methamphetamine Trafficking in Western Pennsylvania
JOHNSTOWN, Pennsylvania, Oct. 30 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Pennsylvania issued the following news release on Oct. 29, 2024:
A resident of Brooklyn, New York, and a resident of Queens, New York, have pleaded guilty in federal court to a charge of narcotics trafficking related to a six-month Title III wiretap investigation into drug trafficking in and around Blair, Cambria, Centre, and Clearfield counties, United States Attorney Eric G. Olshan announced today. more
Rep. Ami Bera Announces Launch of Postal Service Office of Inspector General Mail Theft Audit in Sacramento County Following His Calls for Action
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- Rep. Ami Bera, D-California, issued the following news release:
Today, Representative Ami Bera, M.D. (CA-06) announced that the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) Office of Inspector General (OIG) has officially begun its audit of mail theft mitigation in Sacramento County.
This audit, launched in response to Congressman Bera's request, addresses the growing concern over mail theft across the Sacramento region. The USPS Office of Inspector General is expected to release a report more
Rep. Bean Presses USPS Inspector General to Resolve NE Florida Mail Delivery Problems
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- Rep. Aaron Bean, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
Today, in response to resident and industry complaints regarding late or lost mail, U.S. Congressman Aaron Bean (FL-04) demanded USPS Inspector General Tammy Hull and the Office of Inspector General (OIG) audit and investigate the Regional Processing and Distribution Center (RPDC) in Jacksonville, FL.
Congressman Bean was joined by Buddy Carter (GA-01), Mike Waltz (FL-06), John Rutherford (FL-05), and Kat Cam more
Rubio, Franklin, Colleagues Demand Compensation for Agricultural Land
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
Hurricanes Helene and Milton brought high winds, flooding, and damage across Florida. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services estimates the total crop and infrastructure losses range from $1.5 to $2.5 billion. The State of Florida has requested federal agriculture disaster designations from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to compensate impacted counties.
U.S. Senator Marco Rubi more
S.C. A.G. Alan Wilson Announces Nicholas Gracely Convicted After Jury Trial in the South Carolina State Grand Jury 'Las Senoritas' Investigation
COLUMBIA, South Carolina, Oct. 30 -- South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson issued the following news on Oct. 28, 2024:
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced today that a Greenville County jury convicted Nicholas Gracely in the "Las Senoritas" investigation on Tuesday, October 22, 2024.
Gracely was convicted of Trafficking Methamphetamine, 400 Grams or More; Trafficking Methamphetamine, 200 Grams or More, But Less Than 400 Grams; Manufacturing Methamphetamine; Possession more
Treasury IG Audit: 'U.S. Mint's Schedules of Custodial Deep Storage Gold & Silver Reserves as of Sept. 30, 2024 & 2023'
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 (TNSrep) -- The Treasury Inspector General issued the following audit report (No. OIG-25-002) on Oct. 24, 2024, entitled "U.S. Mint's Schedules of Custodial Deep Storage Gold and Silver Reserves as of Sept. 30, 2024 and 2023."
Here are excerpts:
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Contents
SECTION I - REPORT OF THE OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERAL ... 1
Independent Auditor's Report ... 1
Report on the Schedules ... 1
Opinion ... 1
Basis for Opinion ... 2
Responsibilities of Management for the Schedule more
U.S. Attorney for D.C.: Former Officer Pleads Guilty to Embezzling More Than $30,000 From DC Department of Corrections Union
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia issued the following news release:
Andra Parker, 65, of Capitol Heights, Maryland, pleaded guilty today to wire fraud for embezzling tens of thousands of dollars from a D.C. Department of Corrections Labor Union.
The guilty plea was announced by U.S. Attorney Matthew M. Graves, FBI Acting Special Agent in Charge David Geist of the Washington Field Office Criminal and Cyber Division, and Special Agent in Charge more
W.Va. U.S. Attorney: Jefferson County Man Admits to Cocaine Charge
MARTINSBURG, West Virginia, Oct. 30 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of West Virginia issued the following news release:
Jamie Green, age 46, of Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, pled guilty today to conspiracy to possess with the intent to distribute and to distribute cocaine.
According to court documents, the United States Postal Service Office of Inspector General intercepted a package containing more than two pounds of cocaine mailed from Los Angeles, California, to more
America First Legal Uncovers Documents Exposing Senior Biden-Harris DOJ Official's Key Role in Coverup of Biden Classified Documents Scandal Before Joining Jack Smith's Office to Prosecute President Trump
WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 [Category: Political] -- America First Legal, a civil rights organization, issued the following news release:
Today, America First Legal (AFL) released new documents obtained through an ongoing investigation into the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA), revealing that a senior official in the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) National Security Division played a key role in coordinating the coverup of President Biden's mishandling of classified documents before more
Export-Import Bank of the U.S. Holds Meetings with Global Delegations During IMF-World Bank Week to Discuss EXIM Financing Opportunities
WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- The Export-Import Bank of the United States Office of Inspector General issued the following news release:
The Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) President and Chair Reta Jo Lewis concluded two days of engagements and bilateral discussions with domestic and international delegations Thursday and Friday alongside the 2024 Annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank Group. Chair Lewis met with central bank governors, finance ministers more
Export-Import Bank of the United States and European American Chamber of Commerce Sign Memorandum of Understanding
WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- The Export-Import Bank of the United States Office of Inspector General issued the following news release:
New York, NY Today, the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) and the European American Chamber of Commerce New York (EACCNY) signed an agreement to strengthen transatlantic cooperation on infrastructure financing in low and middle-income countries across sectors such as digital infrastructure, climate and energy, health, transport, and education. In a cerem more
Fighting for AZ-02: An Overview of Battle in Congress to Secure Border
WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- Rep. Eli Crane, R-Arizona, issued the following letter to editor on Oct. 28, 2024:
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Fighting for AZ-02: An Overview of the Battle in Congress to Secure the Border
To the editor,
After President Joe Biden instructed foreigners to "surge to the border" during a Democratic primary debate, millions of criminal aliens entered America at record numbers. Terrorists, cartels and narcotics continue to flood our nation under Border Czar Kamala Harris' watch, and Democratic more
Homeland Security IG: 'FPS Protective Security Officers Did Not Always Have Knowledge, Equipment & Authority to Respond to Physical Threats'
WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 (TNSrep) -- The Homeland Security Inspector General issued the following report (No. OIG-25-01) on Oct. 24, 2024, entitled "FPS Protective Security Officers Did Not Always Have Knowledge, Equipment and Authority to Respond to Physical Threats."
Here are excerpts:
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MEMORANDUM FOR: Richard K. Cline, Director, Federal Protective Service
FROM: Joseph V. Cuffari, Ph.D., Inspector General
SUBJECT: FPS Protective Security Officers Did Not Always Have Knowledge, Equipment, more
HYDE-SMITH HOPEFUL HOUSE WILL TAKE UP SENATE-PASSED PRISON CONTRABAND BILL
WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith, R-Mississippi, issued the following news release:
Hyde-Smith Cosponsored Bipartisan Measure to Crack Down on Contraband in Federal Prisons
Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today expressed her hope Congress will complete work on Senate-passed bipartisan legislation she cosponsored to crack down on contraband and organized crime in federal prisons.
The Senate recently approved and referred the bipartisan Lieutenant Osvaldo Albarati Stopping Prison more
Mexican national in ICE custody dies at NWIPC
WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Immigration and Customs Enforcement issued the following news release:
SEATTLE A citizen of Mexico in the custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement passed away at the Northwest ICE Processing Center Oct. 27. An autopsy is pending to determine the official cause of death.
Jose Manuel Sanchez-Castro, 36, a citizen of Mexico, entered the U.S. at an unknown date or location without inspection or parole of an immigration of more
WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 (TNSrep) -- The Nuclear Regulatory Commission Inspector General issued the following audit report (No. OIG-NRC-25-A-01) on Oct. 28, 2024, entitled "The Commission's Travel Charge Card Program."
Here are excerpts:
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mirela Gavrilas, Executive Director for Operations
FROM: Hruta Virkar, CPA, Assistant Inspector General for Audits & Evaluations
SUBJECT: AUDIT OF THE U.S. NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION'S TRAVEL CHARGE CARD PROGRAM (OIG-NRC-25-A-01)
Attach more
Pentagon Press Secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder Holds a Press Briefing
WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Defense issued the following news:
PENTAGON PRESS SECRETARY MAJOR GENERAL PAT RYDER: Good afternoon everyone. Just a few things at the top and I'll get right to your questions. So, per the readout that we issued last night, Secretary Austin spoke with Minister Galant yesterday to review Israeli operations and discuss opportunities for regional de-escalation. The Secretary reiterated the US commitment to a diplomatic arrangement in Lebanon that allow more
Rep. Smith: IG Report Notes Some Improvements But Admonishes Navy to Reassess Medical Capabilities at Hell Week
WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- Rep. Chris Smith, R-New Jersey, issued the following news release:
In a new report mandated by legislation authored by Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), the U.S. Department of Defense Inspector General (IG) noted improvements made following Kyle Mullen's death but admonished the Navy to "reassess" the "medical capabilities" at the Navy SEALs Hell Week training, raising serious questions over whether their medical and communications equipment can "provide the appropriate standard o more
Congressman August Pfluger Introduces 100th Piece of Legislation to Prevent Federal Bureaucratic Resistance Against Elected Administrations
WASHINGTON, Oct. 28 -- Rep. August Pfluger, R-Texas, issued the following news release:
Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) has introduced his 100th piece of legislation: the Stop Resistance Activities by Federal Employees (STRAFE) Act, a bill designed to prevent career federal bureaucrats from actively resisting the directives and policies of a presidential administration. The legislation aims to uphold democratic governance by ensuring that federal employees abide by the decisions of the Ameri more
Americans for Tax Reform Issues Commentary: 74 of 76 IRS Taxpayer Advocate Service Phone Numbers Go Unanswered, Finds Inspector General
WASHINGTON, Oct. 26 -- Americans for Tax Reform issued the following commentary on Oct. 25, 2024:
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74 of 76 IRS Taxpayer Advocate Service Phone Numbers Go Unanswered, Finds Inspector General
By Rachel Loren
Kamala Harris cast the tie-breaking vote to increase the size and power of the IRS with $80 billion taxpayer dollars, but the agency still lacks urgency in taking care of taxpayer customer service needs.
For example, the official IRS watchdog received a tip that phone calls to the I more
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Digital Journalism Journal Issues Research Articles in Vol. 12, Issue 8
LONDON, England, Nov. 6 -- Digital Journalism, a peer-reviewed journal that says it features implications of digital technologies, along with economic, political and cultural developments, for the practice and study of journalism, published research articles on the following topics in its Vol. 12, Issue 8 edition:
* Journalism & Audience Datafication: How Audience Data Practices Shape Inequity
* New Objects, New Boundaries: How the "Journalism of Things" Reconfigures Collaborative Arrangements more
International Media Support: Enabling a Coalition of Stakeholders to Combat Disinformation in Ghana's 2024 Elections
COPENHAGEN, Denmark, Nov. 6 -- The International Media Support, an organisation that says it works to strengthen the capacity of media to reduce conflict and facilitate dialogue, issued the following news:
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PenPlusBytes, working with IMS and Research ICT Africa (RIA) and supported by the SIDA-Democracy Hub, will host a national dialogue on electoral disinformation in Accra, Ghana, 12 November 2024.
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The dialogue is anchored in electoral disinformation research carried out by PenPlu more
Journalism Under Siege in Northern Gaza: RSF Condemns Israel's News Blackout
PARIS, France, Nov. 6 -- Reporters Without Borders issued the following news:
Only a handful of journalists are left to report on the deadly Israeli offensive in northern Gaza. They work under appalling conditions and face constant power outages. Reporters Without Borders (RSF) condemns the information blackout imposed by the Israeli army on Gaza -- especially in the north of the territory, where less and less information is reaching the outside world.
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"Journalism is becoming even more more
University of South Australia: Gaming the News - How Interactive Journalism is Changing How We Tell Stories to the Next Gen
ADELAIDE, Australia, Nov. 5 (TNSres) -- The University of South Australia issued the following news release:
Journalists have long used newspapers, radio, television, magazines and, more recently, the internet to entertain and inform the public on the stories that matter most. But what if there's a richer, more compelling and interactive way to share and address real world issues?
A University of South Australia (https://www.unisa.edu.au/) academic is exploring how video games are being develo more
