4 Consumer Trends Shaping the Future of Private Label
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 8 (TNSrep) -- Circana, a company that says it is a leading advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior, issued the following news release:
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4 Consumer Trends Shaping the Future of Private Label
If physical and digital shelves are competitive arenas, the home field advantage is real. Private label players continue to rack up points, as consumers seek both value and quality in many forms.
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Two new reports from Circana, Global Private Labels: Category Transfor more
A-Tec Ambulance Submits Extensive Public Comment to CMS on Strengthening Fraud Prevention Measures
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- A-Tec Ambulance Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services addressing the agency's Request for Information on "Comprehensive Regulations to Uncover Suspicious Healthcare" (CRUSH). The letter proposes numerous enhancements aimed at combating fraud, waste, and abuse in Medicare, Medicaid, and the Health Insurance Marketplace.
The company emphasized augmenting CMS's existing statutory authorities to expedite the exclusion of fr more
Acorns Urges Treasury to Prioritize Early Financial Education and Transparency in National Strategy for Financial Literacy
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Acorns Grow Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury regarding the Interagency Financial Literacy and Education Commission's (FLEC) review of the U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy. The company, which serves over 14 million Americans, emphasized the importance of embedding financial education early in life and improving transparency around complex financial products.
In its letter, Acorns advocated for maintaining Basic more
AI Education Research Leads to a UM-Dearborn First
DEARBORN, Michigan, April 8 -- The University of Michigan Dearborn Campus issued the following news:
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AI education research leads to a UM-Dearborn first
Industrial and Systems Engineering doctoral student Ella Ejichukwu's research into how AI affects classroom experiences has led to her induction into the Bouchet Graduate Honor Society -- a first for a UM-Dearborn student.
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Growing up in Nigeria, Emmanuella Ejichukwu always knew there was more to the world than what she could see arou more
AlgoPatrol Proposes AI-Driven Real-Time Fraud Detection System to CMS for Healthcare Claims Integrity
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- AlgoPatrol submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regarding the agency's CRUSH Initiative aimed at eliminating fraudulent and wasteful healthcare claims. The letter details AlgoPatrol's advanced autonomous AI system designed to intercept improper claims during adjudication rather than relying on retrospective audits. The company seeks engagement with the CMS Office of Program Integrity to demonstrate their technology's capabil more
Artemis Connection Urges Treasury to Revise National Strategy for Financial Literacy With Behavior and Protection Focus
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Artemis Connection submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury Financial Literacy and Education Commission (FLEC). The letter advocates for transforming the National Strategy for Financial Literacy from a passive knowledge model into an active framework that combines behavior, protection, and wealth-building.
Artemis Connection explains that the current national approach faces a gap between financial knowledge and actionable capability. The or more
Autistic Women & Nonbinary Network Opposes CMS Proposal on Healthcare Fraud Regulations
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Autistic Women and Nonbinary Network submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services regarding the agency's Request for Information (RFI) on Comprehensive Regulations To Uncover Suspicious Healthcare (CRUSH). AWN strongly opposes the initiative, expressing concerns that the proposed regulations could disproportionately harm underserved communities, including autistic individuals, gender nonconforming people, immigrants, and disabled po more
BSA Launches Digital Trade Agenda to Advance AI, Quantum, and Next-Gen Innovation
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Business Software Alliance issued the following news release on April 7, 2026:
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BSA Launches Digital Trade Agenda to Advance AI, Quantum, and Next-Gen Innovation
The Business Software Alliance (BSA) today released its 2026 Digital Trade Agenda, calling on governments to modernize global trade rules that reflect the realities of today's data-driven economy and support the next generation of AI, cloud-based services, and emerging technologies.
As digital technol more
CES on the Hill Brings the Future of Technology Directly to Policymakers During Washington's Biggest Tech Policy Week
ARLINGTON, Virginia, April 8 -- The Consumer Technology Association issued the following news release:
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CES on the Hill Brings the Future of Technology Directly to Policymakers During Washington's Biggest Tech Policy Week
The Consumer Technology Association's (CTA)(R) 2026 Tech Week brings hands-on technology experiences directly to policymakers and media during CTA's CES on the Hill on April 22 in Washington, D.C.
"CES on the Hill brings together the people shaping an American-led tec more
Dutchess Community College Provides Input on Workforce Pell Expansion Rules
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Dutchess Community College, Fairview, New York, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education responding to the public comment period for the AHEAD Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) regarding the Workforce Pell (WFP) expansion. Serving over 9,000 students annually with programs ranging from degrees and certificates to workforce training, the college highlighted its commitment to workforce development and requested clarifications to improve th more
FDA Center for Devices & Radiological Health Issues Warning Letter to Medline Industries
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration issued the following warning letter to Medline Industries LP from its Center for Devices and Radiological Health:
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Recipient: Jim Boyle, CEO, Medline Industries, LP, 3 Lakes Drive, Northfield, IL 60093, United States, JBoyle@medline.com
Issuing Office: Center for Devices and Radiological Health, United States
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CMS # 723866
Dear Mr. Boyle:
During an inspection of your fir more
Fed Vice Chair Jefferson Issues Economic Outlook and the Labor Market
DETROIT, Michigan, April 8 -- The Federal Reserve issued the following speech on April 7, 2026, by Vice Chair Philip N. Jefferson at the University of Detroit Mercy College of Business Administration:
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Economic Outlook and the Labor Market
Thank you for the warm welcome. It is an honor to speak here at the University of Detroit Mercy.1 I spent most of my career as an economics professor before joining the Board of Governors, so I feel right at home when I am back on a university campus.
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First Mid Bank & Trust Spotlights Latest Scam Trends During 2026 Tax Season
MATTOON, Illinois, April 8 -- First Mid Bank and Trust issued the following news release:
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First Mid Bank & Trust Spotlights Latest Scam Trends During 2026 Tax Season
St. Louis, MO - Tax scams are surging in 2026, and the numbers are alarming. Nearly one in four Americans has either fallen victim to a tax-related scheme or knows someone who has, with losses averaging $8,000 per person. As artificial intelligence gives fraudsters more sophisticated tools, First Mid Bank & Trust (First Mid more
Food & Water Watch Report Urges Nationwide Moratorium on AI Data Centers
WASHINGTON, April 8 (TNSLrpt) -- The Urgent Case Against Data Centers - A report from Food and Water Watch - March 2026 (22 pages)
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Food and Water Watch issued a report examining the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence-driven data centers and outlining their environmental, economic, and societal consequences. The report argues that the accelerating growth of these facilities is placing unprecedented strain on energy and water resources while introducing broader systemic risks. It p more
Ford Foundation Announces 2026 Cohort of Ford Global Fellowship
NEW YORK, April 8 -- The Ford Foundation issued the following news on April 7, 2026:
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Ford Foundation Announces 2026 Cohort of Ford Global Fellowship
The newest group of 32 leaders joins a global network of more than 150 fellows, building on Ford's 90-year history of investing in individuals to drive systemic change.
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The Ford Foundation today announced the 2026 cohort of the Ford Global Fellowship, welcoming 32 leaders into a burgeoning network that now exceeds 150 fellows working ac more
Four Keck School of Medicine of USC Researchers Elected as Senior Members of the National Academy of Inventors
LOS ANGELES, California, April 8 -- The University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine issued the following news release:
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Four Keck School of Medicine of USC researchers elected as senior members of the National Academy of Inventors
Honorees have created technologies for fighting cancer and other diseases by harnessing the immune system, DNA and the mechanisms that control gene expression.
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The National Academy of Inventors (NAI), a nonprofit member organization that promo more
Gartner Forecasts Supply Chain Management Software With Agentic AI Will Grow to $53 Billion in Spend by 2030
STAMFORD, Connecticut, April 8 -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following news release:
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Gartner Forecasts Supply Chain Management Software with Agentic AI Will Grow to $53 Billion in Spend by 2030
Analysts to Discuss New Agentic AI Workflows at Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo
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Supply chain management (SCM) software with agentic AI capabilities will grow from less than $2 billion in 2025 to $53 billion in spend by 2030, according to Ga more
Gartner Forecasts Worldwide Semiconductor Revenue to Exceed $1.3 Trillion in 2026
STAMFORD, Connecticut, April 8 -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following news release:
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Gartner Forecasts Worldwide Semiconductor Revenue to Exceed $1.3 Trillion in 2026
* Semiconductor Revenue to Grow 64% in 2026
* DRAM Prices to Increase by 125% in 2026 and Storage Crisis to Extend into 2027
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Global semiconductor revenue is projected to exceed $1.3 trillion in 2026, exhibiting the highest growth in the last two decades, according to more
Gartner Says AI Projects in I&O Stall Ahead of Meaningful ROI Returns
STAMFORD, Connecticut, April 8 -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following Q&A with Director Research Melanie Freeze:
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Gartner Says AI Projects in I&O Stall Ahead of Meaningful ROI Returns
Only 28% of AI use cases in infrastructure and operations (I&O) fully succeed and meet ROI expectations, while 20% fail outright, according to a Gartner, Inc. survey of 782 I&O leaders in November and December 2025.
To ensure success, I&O leaders should c more
Historian, Author to Speak at University of Lynchburg Commencement
LYNCHBURG, Virginia, April 8 -- The University of Lynchburg issued the following news:
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Historian, author to speak at University of Lynchburg Commencement
Dr. John Garrison Marks '10, author of "Thy Will Be Done: George Washington's Legacy of Slavery and the Fight for American Memory," will be the keynote speaker for Commencement.
Dr. John Garrison Marks '10, a historian and author of "Thy Will Be Done: George Washington's Legacy of Slavery and the Fight for American Memory," will be t more
Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Again Rated #1 by Peers in U.S. News & World Report
BALTIMORE, Maryland, April 8 -- Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health issued the following news release:
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Again Rated #1 by Peers in U.S. News & World Report
The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health has again been recognized as the top public health school in the nation by its peer schools and programs, as reported by U.S. News & World Report. The Bloomberg School has held the #1 spot since the rankings began more
Keysight and Sateliot Win European Space Agency and GSMA Foundry Challenge for 6G Innovation
SANTA ROSA, California, April 8 -- Keysight Technologies, a global electronic measurement technology and market solutions provider, issued the following news release:
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Keysight and Sateliot Win European Space Agency and GSMA Foundry Challenge for 6G Innovation
Award recognizes joint work supporting secure and reliable satellite-terrestrial integration for future 3GPP non-terrestrial networks
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Keysight Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: KEYS), together with Sateliot, has been named a winner of more
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory: Big Ideas Lab Explores How HPC for Energy Innovation Advances U.S. Industry
LIVERMORE, California, April 8 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory issued the following news:
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Big Ideas Lab explores how HPC for Energy Innovation advances U.S. industry
Some of the toughest challenges in American manufacturing are being solved without ever stepping onto a factory floor. Inside supercomputers, scientists are modeling systems too complex, costly or time-consuming to test in the real world.
In the latest episode of the Big Ideas Lab po more
Maine House Advances Maine State Rep. Sachs Bill to Establish a Moratorium on Data Centers
AUGUSTA, Maine, April 8 -- The Maine House Democrats issued the following news release on April 7, 2026:
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Maine House advances Sachs bill to establish a moratorium on data centers
The Maine House voted Tuesday to advance a bill sponsored by Rep. Melanie Sachs, D-Freeport, that would institute a moratorium on the construction of artificial intelligence (AI) data centers and create the Maine Data Center Coordination Council to assist towns with future implementation. The vote was 82-62, wi more
McGraw Hill Introduces New AI Capabilities in Its Connect Digital Course Solution for Higher Education
NEW YORK, April 8 -- McGraw-Hill Education issued the following news release on April 7, 2026:
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McGraw Hill Introduces New AI Capabilities in Its Connect Digital Course Solution for Higher Education
New features promote responsible AI use through in-the-moment student support, tailored reading experiences and resources that build essential AI literacy skills
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COLUMBUS, Ohio -- McGraw Hill, Inc. (NYSE: MH) ("McGraw Hill"), a leading global provider of education solutions for preK-12, h more
NTI Advances Dialogue on U.S.-China Nuclear Risk Reduction
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Nuclear Threat Initiative issued the following news:
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NTI Advances Dialogue on U.S.-China Nuclear Risk Reduction
As strategic and technological competition between the United States and China intensifies--and amid growing concern over China's expanding nuclear capabilities--the need for sustained U.S.-China engagement on nuclear risks is increasingly urgent. These issues should be high on the agenda when President Trump travels to China next month to meet with more
Nutanix and NetApp Form Strategic Alliance With New Integration for a Modern Cloud Platform
SUNNYVALE, California, April 8 -- NetApp, a provider of software, systems and services to manage and store data, issued the following news release:
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Nutanix and NetApp Form Strategic Alliance with New Integration for a Modern Cloud Platform
CHICAGO -- Nutanix (NASDAQ: NTNX), a leader in hybrid multicloud computing, and NetApp(R) (NASDAQ: NTAP), the Intelligent Data Infrastructure company, today announced a collaboration to integrate NetApp Intelligent Data Infrastructure built on NetApp more
OpenAI Report Proposes Industrial Policy Framework for the Intelligence Age
WASHINGTON, April 8 (TNSLrpt) -- Industrial Policy for the Intelligence Age: Ideas to Keep People First - A report from OpenAI, San Francisco, California - April 2026 (13 pages)
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OpenAI issued a report outlining a set of policy proposals designed to guide economies through the transition to advanced artificial intelligence and eventual superintelligence. The report focuses on the transformative economic and societal impacts of AI, emphasizing the need for new policy frameworks to ensure t more
Pega Helps Federal Government Modernize Legacy IT Systems With Launch of Pega Blueprint for Government
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, April 8 -- Pegasystems, a software company empowering digital transformation, issued the following news release on April 7, 2026:
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Pega Helps Federal Government Modernize Legacy IT Systems with Launch of Pega Blueprint for Government
Newly certified FedRAMP High design tool helps U.S. agencies rapidly transform aging applications for more efficient operations
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WALTHAM, Mass. - Pegasystems Inc. (NASDAQ: PEGA), The Enterprise Transformation Company(TM), today a more
President Trump Issues Statement on National Cancer Control Month
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- President Trump issued the following statement on April 7, 2026, on National Cancer Control Month:
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This National Cancer Control Month, my Administration stands alongside the countless brave Americans battling cancer. We pause to honor the memories of those we have lost to this vicious disease, we recognize the strength and resilience of the 18 million cancer survivors in the United States, and we remain committed to unleashing innovation and advancing policies that more
President Trump Issues Statement on National Child Abuse Prevention Month
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- President Trump issued the following statement on April 7, 2026, on National Child Abuse Prevention Month:
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During National Child Abuse Prevention Month, we renew our resolve that, in order to be a great Nation, we must raise our children with boundless love, care, and unfailing protection--and we vow to end the horrors of child abuse in every form.
Strong American families are the foundation of our strength and stability. A safe and nurturing home is the most effe more
Rochester Institute of Technology: Privacy Tool Helps Detect When AI Agents Become Double Agents
ROCHESTER, New York, April 8 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release:
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New privacy tool helps detect when AI agents become double agents
RIT cybersecurity research finds many AI tools lack safeguards for sensitive data
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Artificial intelligence (AI) agents are powerful tools that can make work and life easier. They can also introduce new privacy risks when given access to people's Social Security numbers.
Privacy experts at Rochester Institute of Technol more
SAS Innovate 2026 to Feature New Health Care and Life Sciences AI Capabilities and Real-world Use Cases
CARY, North Carolina, April 8 (TNSxrep) -- SAS Institute, a business analytics software and services provider, issued the following news release:
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SAS Innovate 2026 to feature new health care and life sciences AI capabilities and real-world use cases
At SAS Innovate 2026, SAS will unveil health care and life sciences analytics and AI capabilities and share real-world examples of how organizations are using them. Part of SAS' flagship global data and AI conference - April 27 to 30 at the more
SEMI Reports Global Semiconductor Equipment Billings Reached $135 Billion in 2025, Up 15% Year-on-Year
MILPITAS, California, April 8 (TNSrep) -- SEMI, an association serving the manufacturing supply chain for the electronics industry, posted the following news release on April 7, 2026:
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SEMI Reports Global Semiconductor Equipment Billings Reached $135 Billion in 2025, Up 15% Year-on-Year
AI Demand, Advanced Logic and Memory Drive Record Semiconductor Equipment Billings in 2025
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Worldwide sales of semiconductor manufacturing equipment increased 15% to $135.1 billion in 2025 from $117.1 more
Take the Next Step in AI Skills Building With New CompTIA AI Agent Essentials
DOWNERS GROVE, Illinois, April 8 -- CompTIA posted the following news release:
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Take the next step in AI skills building with new CompTIA AI Agent Essentials
Focus on agentic thinking helps learners develop confidence and competence
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Building the confidence to work with artificial intelligence (AI) agents is the focus of the newest educational offering from CompTIA, the leading global provider of vendor-neutral information technology (IT) training and certifications.
CompTIA AI Agent more
Teachers Tend to Help the Same Kids Repeatedly When Using AI-Powered Tutoring Tools
RALEIGH, North Carolina, April 8 (TNSjou) -- North Carolina State University issued the following news release:
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Teachers Tend to Help the Same Kids Repeatedly When Using AI-Powered Tutoring Tools
A new study finds teachers tend to provide assistance to similar subsets of students when using AI-powered educational tools, rather than touching base regularly with everyone in their classes. The findings could be used to develop tools that help teachers track their classroom interactions to more
Texas Christian University Issues Horned Frogs In the News Wrap Up for March 14-31, 2026
FORT WORTH, Texas, April 8 -- Texas Christian University issued the following Horned Frogs In the News wrap up for March 14-31, 2026:
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Horned Frogs in the News, March 14-31, 2026
From diet and health to the state takeover of a local school district, media come to TCU for news and thought leadership.
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New dorms that will hold thousands of students coming to TCU (https://www.star-telegram.com/news/local/education/article315249584.html)
March 31, 2026
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
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UH AI Chatbots Drive Early Intervention, Surpass 100,000 Student Messages University of Hawaii
HONOLULU, Hawaii, April 8 -- The University of Hawaii issued the following news release:
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UH AI Chatbots drive early intervention, surpass 100,000 student messages
The University of Hawaii is taking its AI chatbot strategy a step further, with students sending more than 100,000 messages since the start of the academic year--data that is now being used to identify when students may need help, often before they ask for it.
New data from the first quarter of 2026 report shows the scale of more
University of Akron's Ohio Economic Forum 2026 Will Spotlight Health Care and the Economy
AKRON, Ohio, April 8 -- The University of Akron issued the following news:
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UA's Ohio Economic Forum 2026 will spotlight health care and the economy
Challenges in the health care sector, including escalating costs, increasing access and the transformative influence of AI, are currently at the forefront of public discourse. The University of Akron (UA) will spotlight these critical issues and more at its Ohio Economic Forum 2026, taking place on Thursday, April 23.
The Forum, now in its more
University of Cincinnati: Students Prefer AI Chatbots, Until They Know It is One
CINCINNATI, Ohio, April 8 (TNSjou) -- The University of Cincinnati posted the following news:
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Students prefer AI chatbots, until they know it is one
University of Cincinnati nursing professor studies AI chatbots in higher education advising
By Cedric Ricks, 260/415-8554, cedric.ricks@uc.edu
Do chatbots have a role in higher education?
It's a question Joshua Lambert, PhD, an associate professor and biostatistician in the University of Cincinnati College of Nursing, is pondering. He's more
University of Colorado-Boulder: SpaceX's IPO Could Be the Biggest Ever - What It Would Mean for Everyday Investors
BOULDER, Colorado, April 8 -- The University of Colorado Boulder's Leeds School of Business issued the following Q&A on April 7, 2026, by Katy Marquardt Hill with associate professor of finance Shaun Davies:
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SpaceX's IPO could be the biggest ever. What it would mean for everyday investors
If SpaceX goes public this year, it won't just be another high profile IPO. It could be the largest offering in history and could end up putting the company into everyday investors' portfolios, whether more
University of Maryland Graduate Programs Earn High Rankings From U.S. News
COLLEGE PARK, Maryland, April 8 -- The University of Maryland issued the following news release:
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UMD Graduate Programs Earn High Rankings from U.S. News
Dozens of Schools and Specialties Among Top 25
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The University of Maryland ranks among the top institutions in the nation in the 2027 Best Graduate Schools list released Tuesday by U.S. News & World Report, with three dozen top-25 placements in overall and specialty categories.
Several colleges and schools at UMD held steady in the more
University of North Carolina-Charlotte: Leadership Gift Launches Unique School of Construction Focused on Full Project Lifecycle
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, April 8 -- The University of North Carolina Charlotte campus issued the following news release:
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Leadership gift launches unique school of construction focused on full project lifecycle
Alumni Craig '85 and Darla '83 Albert are establishing the new school
By Christy Jackson
The First of Its Kind
The University of North Carolina at Charlotte has received a leadership gift from alumni Craig '85 and Darla '83 Albert to establish the Albert School of Constructio more
University of Texas Dallas: Graduate Programs Rise Among Nation's Best in U.S. News Rankings
RICHARDSON, Texas, April 8 -- The University of Texas Dallas campus issued the following news:
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Graduate Programs Rise Among Nation's Best in U.S. News Rankings
By: Stephen Fontenot and Jimmie Markham
Graduate programs at The University of Texas at Dallas made significant strides, led by the Naveen Jindal School of Management's rise into the top 25 business schools in the country for the first time, in the 2026 Best Graduate Schools rankings released April 7 by U.S. News & World Report. more
Virginia Tech: Award to Help Researchers Catalyze AI-driven Discovery for Public Good
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, April 8 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Award to help researchers catalyze AI-driven discovery for public good
A new deep learning model accelerates protein and RNA research, expanding equitable access to tools that could reshape medicine and global health.
By Tonia Moxley
Seventy countries and thousands of researchers and citizen scientists. That's how far Virginia Tech computer science researcher Debswapna Bhattacharya's publicly available biomedic more
Virginia Tech: Thinking Small - How Small Language Models Could Lessen the AI Energy Burden
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, April 8 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Thinking small: How small language models could lessen the AI energy burden
While large language models dominate the artificial intelligence discourse, their smaller cousins could offer a less energy intensive, meaningful alternative.
By Noah Frank
With the ubiquity of ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini and xAI, it can be easy to think that the entire artificial ingelligence (AI) industry is made up of these large language more
Vonage Receives Frost & Sullivan's 2025 Asia-Pacific Communications Platform-as-a-Service Company of the Year Recognition
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, April 8 -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services, posted the following news release:
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Vonage Receives Frost & Sullivan's 2025 Asia-Pacific Communications Platform-as-a-Service Company of the Year Recognition
Vonage is recognized for its market leadership in omnichannel communications, trusted brand experiences, and deep vertical expertise.
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Frost & Sullivan is pleased to announce t more
2026 USPOULTRY Poultry Processor Workshop to Focus on Operational Efficiency, Innovation and Food Safety in Poultry Processing
TUCKER, Georgia, April 7 [Category: Agriculture] -- The U.S. Poultry and Egg Association (USPOULTRY) issued the following news release:
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2026 USPOULTRY Poultry Processor Workshop to Focus on Operational Efficiency, Innovation and Food Safety in Poultry Processing
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USPOULTRY will hold its annual Poultry Processor Workshop on May 20-21 in Greenville, S.C. This year's program will focus on leadership and operational excellence, along with a U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and I more
2029 reaccreditation process begins with self-study
ITHACA, New York, April 7 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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2029 reaccreditation process begins with self-study
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The first phase of the university's upcoming reaccreditation process is underway, with the naming of a steering committee and an invitation to the community to provide input.
The committee will design and coordinate a self-study to assess how the university is meeting seven accreditation standards set by its accrediting entity, Middle States Commission on H more
AI-assisted Natural Language Request Transformation With Reduced Cognitive Load
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- SAP SE, Walldorf, Germany has been assigned a patent (No. US 12596710 B1, initially filed Dec. 16, 2024) developed by six inventors Karl Fuerst, Wiesloch, Germany; Daniel Steinberg, Heidelberg, Germany; Erika Fonseca de Lima, Heidelberg, Germany; Muamer Rovcanin, Viernheim, Germany; Pranadharthi Haran Sathiyaseelan, Bruchsal, Germany; and Allan Felipe Brochier dos Santos da Silva, St. Leon-Rot, Germany, for "AI-assisted natural language request transformation wi more
Air University aligns education with operational demands to strengthen warfighting advantage
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, April 7 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news:
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Air University aligns education with operational demands to strengthen warfighting advantage
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Air University 's Air Force Global College is reshaping how the Air Force develops leaders by delivering on-demand professional military education aligned with operational requirements and focused on strengthening Joint Force effe more
Alert Directives and Focused Alert Directives in a Behavioral Recognition System
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- INTELLECTIVE AI, INC., Dallas, Texas has been assigned a patent (No. US 12597258 B2, initially filed Aug. 14, 2024) developed by seven inventors Wesley Kenneth Cobb, The Woodlands, Texas; Ming-Jung Seow, The Woodlands, Texas; Gang Xu, Katy, Texas; Kishor Adinath Saitwal, Houston, Texas; Anthony Akins, West Columbia, Texas; Kerry Joseph, Pearland, Texas; and Dennis G. Urech, Katy, Texas, for "Alert directives and focused alert directives in a behavioral recogniti more
Amentum Secures $425 Million Contract to Support California's Aerial Firefighting Operations
GERMANTOWN, Maryland, April 7 [Category: BizEngineering] -- Amentum, a provider of technical and engineering services, issued the following news release:
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Amentum Secures $425 Million Contract to Support California's Aerial Firefighting Operations
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CHANTILLY, Va., April 7, 2025 - Amentum (NYSE: AMTM) has been awarded a $425 million contract by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) to deliver aerial firefighting support to the state. The initial three-year more
American Cancer Society Announces New Pediatric, Adolescent, and Young Adult Cancer Journal; Names Editor-in-Chief
ATLANTA, Georgia, April 7 [Category: Medical] -- The American Cancer Society posted the following news release:
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American Cancer Society Announces New Pediatric, Adolescent, and Young Adult Cancer Journal; Names Editor-in-Chief
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ATLANTA, April 7, 2026 -The American Cancer Society (ACS) today announced the launch of its fourth medical journal, Pediatric, Adolescent & Young Adult Cancer. This international, multidisciplinary publication will feature peer-reviewed original research and so more
Array Substrate, Manufacturing Method Thereof, and Display Panel
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- WUHAN CHINA STAR OPTOELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD., Wuhan, China has been assigned a patent (No. US 12598846 B2, initially filed June 4, 2021) developed by three inventors Jiyue Song, Hubei, China; Fei Ai, Hubei, China; and Dewei Song, Hubei, China, for "Array substrate, manufacturing method thereof, and display panel." more
Artificial Intelligence Assisted Pet Door With Pet Recognition and Object Detection
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- An inventor from Pompano Beach, Florida, Caresse L. Biggs has been awarded a patent (No. US 12597309 B1, initially filed April 18, 2025) for "Artificial intelligence assisted pet door with pet recognition and object detection." more
Artificial Intelligence Augmentation of Geographic Data Layers
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- DP WORLD LOGISTICS US HOLDINGS, INC., Auburn Hills, Michigan has been assigned a patent (No. US 12597180 B2, initially filed April 24, 2024) developed by three inventors Mohammed Ismaeel Babur, Temple City, California; Yury Sokolov, La Mesa, California; and Dihan Yang, Alhambra, California, for "Artificial intelligence augmentation of geographic data layers." more
Artificial Intelligence Based Technologies for Improving Patient Appointment Scheduling and Inventory Management
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- CDW LLC, Vernon Hills, Illinois has been assigned a patent (No. US 12597511 B2, initially filed Aug. 26, 2024) developed by Casey Bleeker, Denver, Colorado, and Nathan A. Cartwright, Cincinnati, Ohio, for "Artificial intelligence based technologies for improving patient appointment scheduling and inventory management." more
Artificial Intelligence Powered Search Platform for End-to-End Services in Digital Healthcare
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- HUMANA INC., Louisville, Kentucky has been assigned a patent (No. US 12596754 B1, initially filed Sept. 12, 2024) developed by four inventors Guan Wang, Louisville, Kentucky; Likitha Punati, Louisville, Kentucky; Aarthi Shanmugasundaram, Louisville, Kentucky; and Shiva Nagaraju Kuricheti, Louisville, Kentucky, for "Artificial intelligence powered search platform for end-to-end services in digital healthcare." more
Artificial Intelligence Virtual Makeup Method and Device Using Multi-Angle Image Recognition
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- AINATION CO., LTD., Seoul, South Korea has been assigned a patent (No. US 12597216 B2, initially filed Aug. 12, 2022) developed by three inventors Jihoon Kwak, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea; Sangeun Lee, Seoul, South Korea; and Hyeonuk Kim, Seoul, South Korea, for "Artificial intelligence virtual makeup method and device using multi-angle image recognition." more
Artificial Intelligence(AI) Management System Using Blockchain, AI Management Registration Method and AI Management Usage Method
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- FOUNDATION OF SOONGSIL UNIVERSITY-INDUSTRY COOPERATION, Seoul, South Korea has been assigned a patent (No. US 12597041 B2, initially filed April 7, 2022) developed by three inventors Hyeonsuk Na, Seoul, South Korea; Mingyu Jeon, Siheung-si, South Korea; and Chiyeon Hwang, Bucheon-si, South Korea, for "Artificial intelligence(AI) management system using blockchain, AI management registration method and AI management usage method." more
Aryl Ether-Substituted Heterocyclic Compounds as Glpir Agonists
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- MINDRANK AI LTD., Hangzhou, China has been assigned a patent (No. US 12595249 B2, initially filed March 19, 2025) developed by three inventors Long Zhang, Hangzhou, China; Zhangming Niu, Hangzhou, China; and Bowen Tang, Hangzhou, China, for "Aryl ether-substituted heterocyclic compounds as glpir agonists." more
Associate Dean Daryl Lim discusses AI data centers on Korean radio
CARLISLE, Pennsylvania, April 7 -- Pennsylvania State University Dickinson School of Law posted the following news:
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Associate Dean Daryl Lim discusses AI data centers on Korean radio
Associate Dean for Research and Strategic Partnerships Daryl Lim recently appeared as a featured guest on "Morning Wave in Busan (BeFM)," an international radio program based in Busan, South Korea, to discuss the growing global debate over data center expansion and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructur more
Automated Computer Code Timeline Generation
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- ROPES AI INC, New York, New York has been assigned a patent (No. US 12596628 B2, initially filed July 30, 2024) developed by Kenneth Schumacher, New York, New York, for "Automated computer code timeline generation." more
Automatic Bespoke Edits of Video Content Using AI
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- SONY INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT INC., Tokyo, Japan has been assigned a patent (No. US 12597446 B2, initially filed May 28, 2024) developed by Mason Foster, San Mateo, California, for "Automatic bespoke edits of video content using AI." more
Bryant announces new major in Applied Artificial Intelligence
SMITHFIELD, Rhode Island, April 7 -- Bryant University issued the following news:
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Bryant announces new major in Applied Artificial Intelligence
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SMITHFIELD, RI-Beginning in the fall of 2026, Bryant University will offer a new Applied Artificial Intelligence (AI) major for its Bachelor of Science degree. The interdisciplinary program will provide students with a foundation in AI concepts, methods, and tools, followed by applied study within a specific professional context through a sel more
Build Flow for Implementing Artificial Intelligence Applications in Programmable Integrated Circuits
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- XILINX, INC., San Jose, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12596865 B2, initially filed Dec. 22, 2022) developed by six inventors Mohammed Bader Alam, San Jose, California; Goutham Pocklassery, Longmont, Colorado; Ravishankar Menon, Bengaluru, India; Sumit Nagpal, Hyderabad, India; Mahesh Suresh Mahadurkar, Wani, India; and Padmini Gopalakrishnan, Hyderabad, India, for "Build flow for implementing artificial intelligence applications in programmable i more
Carnegie Mellon University Launches Deep Tech Venture-Ready Program to Speed Breakthrough Science to Market
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, April 7 -- Carnegie Mellon University posted the following news:
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Carnegie Mellon University Launches Deep Tech Venture-Ready Program to Speed Breakthrough Science to Market
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Carnegie Mellon University's Swartz Center for Entrepreneurship is launching the Deep Tech Venture-Ready Program (opens in new window), a high-intensity, 18-month cohort designed to accelerate the commercialization of breakthrough science by preparing CMU researchers to engage top-tier ve more
CMU authors, editors, and translators honored at the 2025 Book Recognition Event
MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, April 7 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news:
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CMU authors, editors, and translators honored at the 2025 Book Recognition Event
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On March 25, 2026, Central Michigan University honored nineteen members of the CMU community who authored, edited, or translated seventeen books during the calendar year 2025. Held every spring, the Book Recognition Event recognizes faculty, staff, and emeriti who have published creative or scholarly books.
The more
Collaborative effort underway to modernize Enterprise Aircrew Management
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, April 7 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news:
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Collaborative effort underway to modernize Enterprise Aircrew Management
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A cross-functional team led by Kessel Run and heavily supported by Air Education and Training Command is spearheading an innovative approach to software development to modernize the digital backbone of the Air Force's flying operations.
Answering Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink more
Compute and Memory Based Artificial Intelligence Model Partitioning Using Intermediate Representation
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- INTEL CORPORATION, Santa Clara, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12596583 B2, initially filed Aug. 27, 2021) developed by four inventors Yamini Nimmagadda, Portland, Oregon; Suryaprakash Shanmugam, Santa Clara, California; Akhila Vidiyala, Beaverton, Oregon; and Divya Prakash, Santa Clara, California, for "Compute and memory based artificial intelligence model partitioning using intermediate representation." more
Computer Implemented Method for the Automated Analysis or Use of Data
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- UNLIKELY ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE LIMITED, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom has been assigned a patent (No. US 12596881 B2, initially filed Dec. 25, 2022) developed by four inventors William Tunstall-Pedoe, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom; Finlay Curran, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom; Harry Roscoe, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom; and Robert Heywood, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom, for "Computer implemented method for the automated analysis or use of data." more
Critical Minerals Strategy under the Trump Administration: Progress, Contradictions, and the Road Ahead
WASHINGTON, April 7 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The Wilson Center, an organization that provides nonpartisan insights and analysis on global affairs to policymakers and the public through deep research, open dialogue and independent scholarship, issued the following news release:
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Critical Minerals Strategy under the Trump Administration: Progress, Contradictions, and the Road Ahead
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Critical Minerals Strategy under the Trump Administration
Fourteen months into th more
Detecting Artificial Intelligence Generated Text
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- NEC CORPORATION, Tokyo, Japan has been assigned a patent (No. US 12596869 B2, initially filed May 3, 2024) developed by three inventors Wei Cheng, Princeton Junction, New Jersey; Haifeng Chen, West Windsor, New Jersey; and Xianjun Yang, Santa Barbara, California, for "Detecting artificial intelligence generated text." more
Determining Component Part Combination Using Artificial Intelligence
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION, Armonk, New York has been assigned a patent (No. US 12596363 B2, initially filed June 15, 2022) developed by six inventors John S. Werner, Fishkill, New York; Ryan Mulhern, Mahopac, New York; Dane Warren, Highland, New York; Arkadiy O. Tsfasman, Wappingers Falls, New York; Charles Bene, Poughkeepsie, New York; and Noah Singer, White Plains, New York, for "Determining component part combination using artificial intelli more
Domain-Integrated Contextual Response Engine in an Artificial Intelligence System
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- MICROSOFT TECHNOLOGY LICENSING, LLC, Redmond, Washington has been assigned a patent (No. US 12596721 B1, initially filed Dec. 19, 2024) developed by three inventors Atabak Ashfaq, Vancouver, Canada; Haiyuan Cao, Snoqualmie, Washington; and Yu Hu, Sammamish, Washington, for "Domain-integrated contextual response engine in an artificial intelligence system." more
DXC Partners with ServiceNow on a New Wave of AI-first Enterprise Transformation
ASHBURN, Virginia, April 7 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- DXC Technology, an information technology services company, issued the following news release:
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DXC Partners with ServiceNow on a New Wave of AI-first Enterprise Transformation
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Ashburn, Va., April 7, 2026 -DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC), a leading enterprise technology and innovation partner, and ServiceNow, the AI control tower for business reinvention, today announced a new, multi-year agreement to modernize core enterpris more
Earthquake science unites threatened scholar with Cornell researchers
ITHACA, New York, April 7 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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Earthquake science unites threatened scholar with Cornell researchers
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A team of geophysicists from Cornell, Cameroon and South Africa is using machine learning tools to unearth new information from earthquake data collected by Cornell 15 years ago - providing a lifeline for a scholar whose career was upended by conflict.
The team's cross-border collaboration is part of Global Cornell's support for Scholars U more
ECI Software Solutions Drives Increased MPS Efficiency Through Strategic Alliance With In Time Tec
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, April 7 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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ECI Software Solutions Drives Increased MPS Efficiency Through Strategic Alliance With In Time Tec
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ECI Software Solutions Inc. has announced its strategic alliance with In Time Tec. This alliance will drive automation, quality and speed in managed print services (MPS) assessments and fleet design.
In Time Tec brings a critical, user-friendly assessment and design pl more
Enabling Intent-Based Network Management With Generative Ai and Digital Twins
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- AT&T INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY I, L.P., Atlanta, Georgia has been assigned a patent (No. US 12598111 B2, initially filed May 29, 2024) developed by three inventors Xuan Tuyen Tran, Bridgewater, New Jersey; Ajay Rajkumar, Morristown, New Jersey; and Yuxuan Jiang, Piscataway, New Jersey, for "Enabling intent-based network management with generative ai and digital twins." more
Externally Securing Unmanaged Devices Using Artificial Intelligence Operations (AIOPS) for Network Operations
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- FORTINET, INC., Sunnyvale, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12596799 B2, initially filed Sept. 3, 2024) developed by Naga Kishore Reddy Tarimala, Bangalore, India, and Siva Yogendra Jupudi, Basavanagudi, India, for "Externally securing unmanaged devices using artificial intelligence operations (AIOPS) for network operations." more
FERC Must Reconsider Risks Posed by Data Centers to Power Grids
WASHINGTON, April 7 [Category: Political] -- Public Citizen issued the following news release:
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FERC Must Reconsider Risks Posed by Data Centers to Power Grids
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WASHINGTON -With the increasing energy needs of the summer rapidly approaching, Public Citizen today filed in two separate dockets with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) voicing deep concerns over regulators' push to integrate data centers into an energy system that cannot reliably accommodate such large loads.
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Fishing Reel
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- GLOBERIDE, INC., Tokyo, Japan has been assigned a design patent (No. US D1121765 S1, initially filed March 14, 2024) developed by four inventors Van Don Le, Higashikurume, Japan; Ai Quynh Nguyen, Higashikurume, Japan; Masayoshi Fujii, Higashikurume, Japan; and Masaki Katsuya, Musashino, Japan, for "Fishing reel." more
From Prague to Troy: Fulbright Scholar engages students through math and cultural exchange
TROY, Alabama, April 7 -- Troy University issued the following news:
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From Prague to Troy: Fulbright Scholar engages students through math and cultural exchange
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Over his last seven months as a Fulbright Scholar, Dr. Jiri Minarcik has traveled across the United States speaking to students eager to learn and fellow math-minded researchers. During his week in Troy, Alabama, he gave lectures and met University officials, but also tried banana pudding and fried okra for the first time.
A more
Future-proofing livestock vaccines by anticipating viruses' next moves
AMES, Iowa, April 7 -- Iowa State University issued the following news release:
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Future-proofing livestock vaccines by anticipating viruses' next moves
The wave-shaped chart Ratul Chowdhury pulls up on a computer monitor in his office captures the evolutionary cat-and-mouse game his research lab is up against.
The undulating curves track variants of the porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome (PRRS) virus, which causes a swine disease that annually costs the global pork industry m more
Gaydos Responds to State AI Report, Highlights Role in Shaping Responsible Policy
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, April 7 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news:
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Gaydos Responds to State AI Report, Highlights Role in Shaping Responsible Policy
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HARRISBURG - Rep. Valerie Gaydos (R-Allegheny), a member of the House Communications and Technology Committee, today highlighted the release of a recent report from the Joint State Government Commission on the use, growth and impact of artificial intelligence (AI) across Pennsylvania.
Gaydos served on th more
Geisinger symposium highlights innovation and research
DANVILLE, Pennsylvania, April 7 [Category: BizHospital] -- Geisinger Health posted the following news release:
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Geisinger symposium highlights innovation and research
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DANVILLE, Pa. - A recent symposium brought together colleagues from across Geisinger to showcase a less well known, but vital, aspect of the health system: collaborative, cutting-edge research.
The 2026 Research Symposium, held March 18 at the Henry Hood Center on the Geisinger Medical Center campus, highlighted innova more
Generative AI for Industrial Automation Control Design Environment
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- ROCKWELL AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGIES, INC., Mayfield Heights, Ohio has been assigned a patent (No. US 12596915 B2, initially filed Sept. 1, 2023) developed by fourteen inventors Anthony Carrara, Strongsville, Ohio; Rahul P. Patel, Aurora, Ohio; Michael J. Ohlsen, Chesterland, Ohio; Ashish Anand, Aurora, Ohio; Matthew T. Masarik, Cleveland, Ohio; Adam J. Gregory, Oak Creek, Wisconsin; Kurt E. Mathson, Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin; Justin Wengatz, North Ridgeville, Ohio; more
Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) Construction Specification Interface
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- AUTODESK, INC., San Francisco, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12596732 B2, initially filed Nov. 13, 2024) developed by eight inventors Surendran Subbiah, Garden City, Kansas; Mo Han, Boston, Massachusetts; Vikas Sakaray, Bengaluru, India; Varadarajulu Pyda, Ashburn, Virginia; Patricia Keaney, Greenbrae, California; Graham Michael Garland, San Francisco, California; Beatriz Chinelato Guerra, San Antonio, Texas; and Gopi Krishna Nuti, Bengaluru, Ind more
George Mason graduate programs rank #1 in Virginia and Top 50 nationally according to U.S. News
FAIRFAX, Virginia, April 7 -- George Mason University issued the following news:
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George Mason graduate programs rank #1 in Virginia and Top 50 nationally according to U.S. News
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According to the U.S. News & World Report Best Graduate Program rankings, George Mason University placed 20 programs in the national top 50, including seven in the top 10, reflecting broad strength across business, engineering, law, nursing and public health, public policy, education, fine arts, and sciences. more
Gillibrand Demands Bipartisan Investigation Into Deadly Bombing Of Iranian Elementary School
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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Gillibrand Demands Bipartisan Investigation Into Deadly Bombing Of Iranian Elementary School
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Gillibrand is requesting a public hearing and bipartisan investigation into the deadly Tomahawk missile strike on an Iranian elementary school in February
An ongoing military investigation has determined that the United States is responsible for the strike, which killed at least 168 people, most o more
Hybrid Digital Signal Processing-Artificial Intelligence Acoustic Echo Cancellation for Virtual Conferences
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- ZOOM COMMUNICATIONS, INC., San Jose, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12598260 B2, initially filed Jan. 20, 2023) developed by six inventors Jiachuan Deng, Singapore, Singapore; Cheng Lun Hu, Singapore, Singapore; Zhaofeng Jia, Saratoga, California; Qiyong Liu, Singapore, Singapore; Wei Wang, Hefei, China; and Yueguan Wang, Hangzhou, China, for "Hybrid digital signal processing-artificial intelligence acoustic echo cancellation for virtual conferenc more
ICYMI: Congressman Bean Recognizes Congressional App Challenge Winners from Duval County
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Aaron Bean, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: Congressman Bean Recognizes Congressional App Challenge Winners from Duval County
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WASHINGTON -U.S. Congressman Aaron Bean (FL-04) recognized Sushaan Kandukoori, Jackson Miller, Avaneesh Parvathareddy, and Grishma Madukuri of Stanton College Preparatory School as the winners of the 2025 Congressional App Challenge (CAC). Their mobile app, called "TruthSnap," uses artificial intelligence to ins more
Incorporating Clinical and Economic Objectives for Medical AI Deployment in Clinical Decision Making
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- SIEMENS HEALTHINEERS AG, Forchheim, Germany has been assigned a patent (No. US 12597518 B2, initially filed Sept. 28, 2021) developed by three inventors Puneet Sharma, Princeton Junction, New Jersey; Philipp Hoelzer, Tokyo, Japan; and Dorin Comaniciu, Princeton, New Jersey, for "Incorporating clinical and economic objectives for medical AI deployment in clinical decision making." more
Jefferson Project Expands Weather Monitoring at Chautauqua Lake with New York State Mesonet Partnership
TROY, New York, April 7 -- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute issued the following news:
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Jefferson Project Expands Weather Monitoring at Chautauqua Lake with New York State Mesonet Partnership
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The Jefferson Project at Chautauqua Lake is growing its environmental monitoring and modeling capabilities through a new partnership with the New York State Mesonet, bringing two advanced weather stations to Chatauqua Lake. The effort builds on the project's ongoing work with Chautauqua Instituti more
Manufacturing Leadership Council Appoints Ron Castro as Chairman and Will Bonifant as Vice Chairman of Board of Governors
WASHINGTON, April 7 [Category: Business] -- The National Association of Manufacturers issued the following news release:
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Manufacturing Leadership Council Appoints Ron Castro as Chairman and Will Bonifant as Vice Chairman of Board of Governors
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Washington, D.C. - The Manufacturing Leadership Council, the digital transformation division of the National Association of Manufacturers, today announced the appointment of Ron Castro, vice president and chief supply chain officer at IBM, as ch more
Method and Apparatus for Determining Skill Field of Dialogue Text
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- AI SPEECH CO., LTD., Suzhou, China has been assigned a patent (No. US 12597424 B2, initially filed Nov. 17, 2020) developed by four inventors Chengya Zhu, Suzhou, China; Shuai Fan, Suzhou, China; Chun Li, Suzhou, China; and Weisi Shi, Suzhou, China, for "Method and apparatus for determining skill field of dialogue text." more
Method and System for Addressing Failure in an Autonomous Agent
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- GATIK AI INC., Mountain View, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12594967 B2, initially filed Aug. 1, 2024) developed by five inventors Apeksha Kumavat, Palo Alto, California; Brian McLean, Palo Alto, California; Siddharth Ram, Palo Alto, California; Arjun Narang, Palo Alto, California; and Gautam Narang, Palo Alto, California, for "Method and system for addressing failure in an autonomous agent." more
Method and System for Data Valuation and Secure Commercial Monetization Platform
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- DATAVAULT AI INC., Beaverton, Oregon has been assigned a patent (No. US 12596819 B2, initially filed Nov. 5, 2019) developed by three inventors Alfred Blair Blaikie, III, Tinton Falls, New Jersey; Nathaniel T. Bradley, Tucson, Arizona; and Joshua S. Paugh, Tucson, Arizona, for "Method and system for data valuation and secure commercial monetization platform." more
Method for Providing Information, Method for Generating Database, and Program
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- SOUNDHOUND AI IP, LLC, Santa Clara, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12596762 B2, initially filed May 13, 2024) developed by four inventors Masaki Naito, Nagano, Japan; Keisuke Tsuchida, Tokyo, Japan; Jun Yoneyama, Tokyo, Japan; and Kaku Sawada, Tokyo, Japan, for "Method for providing information, method for generating database, and program." more
Micro-credential course teaches K-12 educators critical AI literacy skills
AMES, Iowa, April 7 -- Iowa State University issued the following news release:
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Micro-credential course teaches K-12 educators critical AI literacy skills
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The conversation about generative artificial intelligence in schools is often centered on cheating -how to spot it, how to stop it and who's at fault.
But there's also a deeper and more urgent conversation underneath that one, said Evrim Baran, professor of educational technology and human-computer interaction, and the Helen LeBa more
Misuse Index for Explainable Artificial Intelligence in Computing Environments
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- INTEL CORPORATION, Santa Clara, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12596960 B2, initially filed Nov. 5, 2024) developed by three inventors Glen Anderson, Beaverton, Oregon; Rajesh Poornachandran, Portland, Oregon; and Kshitij Arun Doshi, Tempe, Arizona, for "Misuse index for explainable artificial intelligence in computing environments." more
MIT: Helping data centers deliver higher performance with less hardware
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, April 7 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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Helping data centers deliver higher performance with less hardware
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To improve data center efficiency, multiple storage devices are often pooled together over a network so many applications can share them. But even with pooling, significant device capacity remains underutilized due to performance variability across the devices.
MIT researchers have now developed a system that bo more
Multiple UConn Graduate Programs Earn Rankings Among Nation's Best
STORRS, Connecticut, April 7 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news:
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Multiple UConn Graduate Programs Earn Rankings Among Nation's Best
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Several of UConn's graduate and professional degree programs rank among the nation's best, reflecting its emphasis on providing an innovative, rigorous, and supportive educational experience to guide those students to professional and personal success.
U.S. News & World Report's new rankings, released Tuesday, showed several UCo more
Network Performance Evaluation Using AI-based Network Cloning
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD., Suwon-si, South Korea has been assigned a patent (No. US 12598109 B2, initially filed Oct. 30, 2023) developed by seven inventors Sukhdeep Singh, Bangalore, India; Joseph Thaliath, Bangalore, India; Sandeep Kumar Jaisawal, Bangalore, India; Seungil Yoon, Suwon-si, South Korea; Ashish Jain, Bangalore, India; Avinash Bhat, Bangalore, India; and Ganesh Kumar Thangavel, Bangalore, India, for "Network performance evaluation using AI-bas more
Network Switching Fabric Efficiency
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- UPSCALE AI, INC., Santa Clara, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12598148 B1, initially filed Aug. 11, 2025) developed by three inventors Srinivas Gangam, Santa Clara, California; Ashwin Alapati, Santa Clara, California; and Amit Srivastava, Santa Clara, California, for "Network switching fabric efficiency." more
New Report: Oklahoma Workforce engaged, faces retention risks
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, April 7 -- Oklahoma State University posted the following news:
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New Report: Oklahoma Workforce engaged, faces retention risks
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Media Contact: Kaylie Wehr | Communications Coordinator | 405-744-8627 | kaylie.wehr@okstate.edu
A new report published by the Center for the Future of Work at Oklahoma State University indicates Oklahoma's workforce is engaged, supported by strong organizational cultures and employee attraction.
Retention is a challenge due to burnou more
Notre Dame launches Human Neuroimaging Center to advance interdisciplinary neuroscience and insight into the human mind
NOTRE DAME, Indiana, April 7 -- The University of Notre Dame posted the following news:
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Notre Dame launches Human Neuroimaging Center to advance interdisciplinary neuroscience and insight into the human mind
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With a significant new investment, the University of Notre Dame's College of Arts & Letters is launching the Human Neuroimaging Center to drive innovation in interdisciplinary neuroscience and uncover how brain networks shape the remarkable capacities of the human mind.
The cen more
One Hour with HR's April session will cover how to use AI tools effectively
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, April 7 -- Purdue University issued the following news release:
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One Hour with HR's April session will cover how to use AI tools effectively
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Human Resources' One Hour with HR learning session in April will focus on how to benefit from AI at work.
"AI at Work: Making Everyday Tasks Smarter" explores practical ways to use AI tools like Microsoft Copilot to work more efficiently, spark ideas and improve communication. Participants will see real Purdue-based exa more
Openreach Uses NiCE Cognigy AI Agents to Upgrade U.K. Broadband Deployment to Deliver Tens of Millions in Financial Benefits for Openreach and its Clients
NEW YORK, April 7 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- NICE, an enterprise software solutions provider, issued the following news release:
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Openreach Uses NiCE Cognigy AI Agents to Upgrade U.K. Broadband Deployment to Deliver Tens of Millions in Financial Benefits for Openreach and its Clients
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Openreach has reduced missed appointments and inbound contact volumes by one-third, while delivering a more seamless, proactive customer experience at national scale
Hoboken, N.J., April 7, 2 more
Peabody College gathers national experts to strengthen early childhood research
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 7 -- Vanderbilt University posted the following news release:
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Peabody College gathers national experts to strengthen early childhood research
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By Jennifer Kiilerich
On March 27, more than 100 students, faculty and practitioners celebrated the launch of the Vanderbilt Early Childhood Research Collaborative, established at Vanderbilt Peabody College of education and human development. The new initiative will drive innovation and promote the thriving of young more
Pope Leo XIV Webinar Offered to Communications Professionals
SOUTH ORANGE, New Jersey, April 7 -- Seton Hall University posted the following news:
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Pope Leo XIV Webinar Offered to Communications Professionals
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A missionary, a famously good listener. The first post-World War II pope. Widely traveled, someone who grew up listening to rock-n-roll. A pope of his generation and someone who was sensitive to modern communications. These are some of the descriptors of Pope Leo XIV in the webinar "Leo XIV: The North and South American Pope" offered to jo more
Product Configurator With Artificial Intelligence Based Knowledge Enrichment
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- ORACLE INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION, Redwood Shores, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12596696 B1, initially filed Feb. 5, 2025) developed by Latha Rajendran, Doddenekkundi, India, for "Product configurator with artificial intelligence based knowledge enrichment." more
PT/PT-Z Camera Command, Control and Visualization System and Method Utilizing Artificial Intelligence
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- DIGITAL PATH, INC., Chico, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12598272 B2, initially filed Aug. 1, 2023) developed by four inventors Ethan Higgins, Chico, California; James A. Higgins, Chico, California; Scott Schifando, Chico, California; and Jeremiah Lang, Chico, California, for "PT/PT-Z camera command, control and visualization system and method utilizing artificial intelligence." more
Query Building Using Generative Artificial Intelligence
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- HOUND TECHNOLOGY, INC., San Francisco, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12596755 B1, initially filed May 1, 2024) developed by four inventors Phillip Michael Carter, Redmond, Washington; Tatsiana Ramankova, Bonney Lake, Washington; Craig Adams Atkinson, Shoreview, Minnesota; and Sarah Jeanne Voegeli, Golden, Colorado, for "Query building using generative artificial intelligence." more
Real-Time Use of Multiple Parallel Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR) Modules in a Conversational Artificial Intelligence (AI) Architecture
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- HEALTHGPT, INC., Palo Alto, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12597512 B2, initially filed Aug. 18, 2025) developed by five inventors Subhabrata Mukherjee, Palo Alto, California; Shanil Puri, Palo Alto, California; Tanmay Laud, Palo Alto, California; Woojeong Jin, Palo Alto, California; and Jan Schellenberger, Palo Alto, California, for "Real-time use of multiple parallel automatic speech recognition (ASR) modules in a conversational artificial intel more
Redwire Expands European Footprint, Opens UK Office to Support Ministry of Defence Programs
JACKSONVILLE, Florida, April 7 [Category: BizScience] -- Redwire, a space infrastructure and innovation company enabling civil, commercial and national security programs, issued the following news release:
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Redwire Expands European Footprint, Opens UK Office to Support Ministry of Defence Programs
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London, United Kingdom (April 7, 2026) - Redwire Corporation (NYSE: RDW), a global leader in aerospace and defence technology solutions, today announced the company has opened an office in t more
Researchers Develop AI Tool to Predict Barrett's Esophagus Recurrence After Therapy
AURORA, Colorado, April 7 -- The University of Colorado School of Public Health posted the following news release:
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Researchers Develop AI Tool to Predict Barrett's Esophagus Recurrence After Therapy
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A new artificial intelligence (AI)-based tool shows promise for improving surveillance in patients treated with endoscopic eradication therapies for Barrett's esophagus (BE)-related dysplasia and early esophageal adenocarcinoma. BE is the only known condition that precedes esophageal aden more
Rockwell Automation Brings AI, Advanced Analytics and Autonomous Robotics to Life Sciences Manufacturing at INTERPHEX 2026
MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, April 7 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Rockwell Automation, an industrial automation and information company, issued the following news release:
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Rockwell Automation Brings AI, Advanced Analytics and Autonomous Robotics to Life Sciences Manufacturing at INTERPHEX 2026
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Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK), the world's largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, will demonstrate how life sciences manufacturers are putting AI-dri more
Rollins School of Public Health Ranks No. 2 in 2026 U.S. News & World Report
ATLANTA, Georgia, April 7 -- Emory University Rollins School of Public Health posted the following news release:
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Rollins School of Public Health Ranks No. 2 in 2026 U.S. News & World Report
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For the second year in a row, the Rollins School of Public Health ranks No. 2 in the nation among all accredited schools and programs of public health in U.S. News & World Report's Best Public Health Schools list. Rankings are based on reputational surveys completed by peer institutions.
"I'm hu more
Scripps Oceanography and San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance Partner for Innovative Conservation Efforts
LA JOLLA, California, April 7 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news:
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Scripps Oceanography and San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance Partner for Innovative Conservation Efforts
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Today, UC San Diego's Scripps Institution of Oceanography and San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance (SDZWA) announced a formal partnership through the Agile Restoration & Conservation Hubs (ARCH) initiative. With over 200 years of combined experience in scientific research and public ou more
SEC Announces Enforcement Results for Fiscal Year 2025
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- The Securities and Exchange Commission issued the following news release:
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SEC Announces Enforcement Results for Fiscal Year 2025
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The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced enforcement results for the fiscal year that ended on September 30, 2025.
Central to an effective enforcement program is determining which cases to bring and responsibly stewarding Commission resources. Regrettably, such resources have been misapplied in prior years to pursue me more
SecAF presents Harold Brown Award to NASIC researcher
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- The U.S. Air Force issued the following news:
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SecAF presents Harold Brown Award to NASIC researcher
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio (AFNS) - Secretary of the Air Force Troy E. Meink recognized a National Air and Space Intelligence Center researcher with one of the service's most prestigious science and engineering honors during a visit here.
Richard Borth, a Geospatial Intelligence Analysis Squadron researcher, received the 2024 Harold Brown Award for his w more
Secure Enforcement of Digital Rights in Artificial Intelligence Models
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- MICROSOFT TECHNOLOGY LICENSING, LLC, Redmond, Washington has been assigned a patent (No. US 12596771 B2, initially filed Sept. 18, 2024) developed by five inventors Isuru Chamara Pathirana, Seattle, Washington; Marcin Maciej Stankiewicz, Redmond, Washington; Kumar Rajeev, Redmond, Washington; Glenn F. Evans, Kirkland, Washington; and Priya Rakesh Patel, Seattle, Washington, for "Secure enforcement of digital rights in artificial intelligence models." more
Secure Mainframe Access for AI Agents
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- GENIEZ AI INC., Dover, Delaware has been assigned a patent (No. US 12596831 B1, initially filed Nov. 13, 2025) developed by Gil Peleg, Wokingham, United Kingdom, and Hanan Milman, Rishon le Ziyon, Israel, for "Secure mainframe access for AI agents." more
Selective Redaction of Personally Identifiable Information in Generative Artificial Intelligence Model Outputs
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- HIDDENLAYER, INC., Austin, Texas has been assigned a patent (No. US 12596839 B2, initially filed July 29, 2024) developed by three inventors Tanner Burns, Austin, Texas; Kwesi Cappel, Austin, Texas; and Kenneth Yeung, Ottawa, Canada, for "Selective redaction of personally identifiable information in generative artificial intelligence model outputs." more
SEMI Reports Global Semiconductor Equipment Billings Reached $135 Billion in 2025, Up 15% Year-on-Year
MILPITAS, California, April 7 [Category: Electronic Products] (TNSxrep) -- SEMI, an association serving the manufacturing supply chain for the electronics industry, posted the following news release:
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SEMI Reports Global Semiconductor Equipment Billings Reached $135 Billion in 2025, Up 15% Year-on-Year
AI Demand, Advanced Logic and Memory Drive Record Semiconductor Equipment Billings in 2025
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MILPITAS, Calif. - April 7, 2026 - Worldwide sales of semiconductor manufacturing equipment i more
Student refines tools for precision microchip manufacturing
ITHACA, New York, April 7 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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Student refines tools for precision microchip manufacturing
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Inside the humming, meticulously controlled environment of Cornell's NanoScale Science and Technology Facility (CNF), Nandan Reddy Muthangi knows that even the slightest miscalculation can undo hours of work. Clad in cleanroom gear, he carefully calibrates the settings on a 3D lithography system and begins etching microscopic structures - work that co more
System and Method for Fact-Checking Complex Claims With Program-Guided Reasoning
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- MOHAMED BIN ZAYED UNIVERSITY OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates has been assigned a patent (No. US 12596870 B2, initially filed Nov. 2, 2023) developed by Liangming Pan, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, and Preslav Nakov, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, for "System and method for fact-checking complex claims with program-guided reasoning." more
System and Method for Machine-Readable Electronic Document
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- EIGHTFOLD AI INC., Santa Clara, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12596924 B1, initially filed March 15, 2021) developed by Ashutosh Garg, Mountain View, California, for "System and method for machine-readable electronic document." more
System and Methods Utilizing Artificial Intelligence Algorithms to Analyze Wearable Activity Tracker Data
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- AETNA INC., Hartford, Connecticut has been assigned a patent (No. US 12593990 B2, initially filed June 29, 2020) developed by four inventors Naiqian Zhi, Hartford, Connecticut; Benjamin Wanamaker, Highland, Utah; Rajiv Bhan, Hartford, Connecticut; and Sumeet Kumar, San Jose, California, for "System and methods utilizing artificial intelligence algorithms to analyze wearable activity tracker data." more
System for Detecting Errors in Generative AI Outputs
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- FUTURE AGI INC., Lewes, Delaware has been assigned a patent (No. US 12596629 B1, initially filed June 4, 2025) developed by three inventors Nikhil Pareek, Lewes, Delaware; Rishav Hada, Lewes, Delaware; and Garvit Sapra, Lewes, Delaware, for "System for detecting errors in generative AI outputs." more
System, Method, and Apparatus for Automating Creation of Subjective, Objective, Assessment, and Plan (SOAP) Reports
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- SUHAVI.AI, INC., Sunnyvale, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12597495 B2, initially filed March 2, 2024) developed by Vinni Kaur Singh, San Jose, California, for "System, method, and apparatus for automating creation of subjective, objective, assessment, and plan (SOAP) reports." more
Systems and Methods for Data Integration and Predictive Analytics Using Tokenized Artificial Intelligence Agents
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- BANK OF AMERICA CORPORATION, Charlotte, North Carolina has been assigned a patent (No. US 12596625 B2, initially filed July 8, 2024) developed by three inventors Paul Mattison, Sherrills Ford, North Carolina; Matthew Williams, Frisco, Texas; and Jennifer A. Raley, Mount Holly, North Carolina, for "Systems and methods for data integration and predictive analytics using tokenized artificial intelligence agents." more
Top military surgeons general discuss future of military medicine: 'We are ready to fight and win shoulder to shoulder together'
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, April 7 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news:
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Top military surgeons general discuss future of military medicine: 'We are ready to fight and win shoulder to shoulder together'
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OXEN HILL, Maryland -The top military surgeons general stressed the role of military medicine as combat power and the need to adapt and redesign it for future warfare, in which time, distance, and contested access reshape the batt more
U.S. News & World Report Ranks UC San Diego Graduate Programs Among the Nation's Best
LA JOLLA, California, April 7 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news:
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U.S. News & World Report Ranks UC San Diego Graduate Programs Among the Nation's Best
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Graduate programs at UC San Diego continue to stand out among the nation's best in U.S. News and World Report's 2026 ranking of Best Graduate Schools. Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences rose six spots to No. 6 in the nation, the highest ranking since its founding in 2002. The more
UC Merced Sees Strong Gains in U.S. News Grad School Rankings
MERCED, California, April 7 -- The University of California Merced issued the following news:
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UC Merced Sees Strong Gains in U.S. News Grad School Rankings
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UC Merced saw broad gains in the U.S. News and World Report 2026 Best Graduate Schools rankings with graduate programs rising in national standing, reflecting the campus's growing academic and research profile.
UC Merced's School of Engineering broke into the top 100 in the rankings, securing No. 99 in the Best Engineering Schoo more
UC-San Diego Faculty Explore the Dual Role of AI in Teaching and Technical Training
LA JOLLA, California, April 7 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news:
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What Does It Mean To Learn With AI?
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It's a familiar moment in many large college courses: a student working through a problem suddenly gets stuck. In Christopher Day's introductory genetics class at the University of California San Diego -which enrolls nearly 400 students -help from an instructor isn't always immediately available.
This year, they have another option. Day is pi more
UCF Alum Develops Analytics Tool to Improve Hiring for Companies, Applicants
ORLANDO, Florida, April 7 -- The University of Central Florida posted the following news:
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UCF Alum Develops Analytics Tool to Improve Hiring for Companies, Applicants
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The most challenging part of the job search isn't always the interview -it's getting past the applicant tracking system, which scans and filters resumes based on keywords.
Justin Press '24, a UCF photonic science and engineering major, may have developed a solution that benefits both employers and applicants. His brai more
University of Missouri-St. Louis: Ask an Expert - Associate Professor Kerkhoff Discusses AI in the Classroom
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, April 7 -- The University of Missouri St. Louis campus issued the following Q&A on April 6, 2026, by Burk Krohe with Shea Kerkhoff, associate professor of literacy in the College of Education:
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Ask an Expert: Associate Professor Shea Kerkhoff discusses AI in the classroom
Kerkhoff and Sam von Gillern, a colleague at the University of Missouri-Columbia, have been meeting with Missouri educators to explore how they can use AI appropriately to support teaching and learn more
UNT Health unites North Texas universities for expanded Research Appreciation Day
FORT WORTH, Texas, April 7 -- The University of North Texas Health Fort Worth posted the following news:
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UNT Health unites North Texas universities for expanded Research Appreciation Day
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UNT Health Fort Worth will host its annual Research Appreciation Day on April 17 -the first time the event will be held in person since the COVID-19 pandemic and the first to bring together student researchers from multiple North Texas universities.
Hosted by UNT Health's Division of Research and In more
UPenn Researchers Engineering Next-Generation Lipid Nanoparticles for Precision Medicine
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, April 7 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news:
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Building better delivery vehicles for medicine
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Lipid nanoparticles (LNPs), the tiny delivery vehicles for mRNA therapies, already work extremely well, as demonstrated by the COVID-19 vaccines, which saved millions of lives.
Made of different types of lipids, the same class of fatty molecules found in animal tissue and other natural substances like olive oil, LNPs have a unique ability t more
USDA Announces the Creation of the USDA National Proving Grounds Network to Strengthen U.S. Farm and Ranch Profitability
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued the following news release:
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USDA Announces the Creation of the USDA National Proving Grounds Network to Strengthen U.S. Farm and Ranch Profitability
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(Washington, D.C., April 7, 2026) - USDA's Research, Education, and Economics Under Secretary Dr. Scott Hutchins today announced the launch of the USDA National Proving Grounds Network for AgTech (NPG-Ag), a nationwide initiative designed to rigorously evaluate agricultural more
UW-Madison graduate programs ranked among the nation's best by U.S. News
MADISON, Wisconsin, April 7 -- The University of Wisconsin posted the following news:
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UW-Madison graduate programs ranked among the nation's best by U.S. News
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Nearly 20 programs ranked in their respective Top 10 lists, shining a light on the breadth and depth of the university's graduate offerings.
By Charles Monroe-Kane
April 7, 2026
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Video Camera
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- HANGZHOU SUPERACME ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD., Hangzhou, China has been assigned a design patent (No. US D1121700 S1, initially filed March 13, 2024) developed by five inventors Hui Guo, Hangzhou, China; Ruming Fang, Hangzhou, China; Zuoxing Yang, Hangzhou, China; Guo Ai, Hangzhou, China; and Xue Li, Hangzhou, China, for "Video camera." more
Waygate Technologies, GE Aerospace Drive the Future of Automated Engine Maintenance
EVENDALE, Ohio, April 7 [Category: BizAerospace] -- GE Aerospace, a provider of jet and turboprop engines, as well as integrated systems for commercial, military, business and general aviation aircraft, issued the following news release:
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Waygate Technologies, GE Aerospace Drive the Future of Automated Engine Maintenance
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* Deploying new automated inspection templates for GEnx engines to standardize and deliver more effective and faster inspection of critical parts
* Advanced visua more
Why Going Viral Isn't the Internet's Golden Ticket Anymore, CSUN Prof says
NORTHRIDGE, California, April 7 -- California State University Northridge (CSUN) issued the following news release:
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Why Going Viral Isn't the Internet's Golden Ticket Anymore, CSUN Prof says
The internet era of ordinary people stumbling into overnight virality is slowly vanishing before our eyes.
Whether it is someone falling off a trampoline, a mom singing an off-key karaoke cover or a hip new dance routine, these once common viral content moments are shorter and are losing their cul more
Why Harmeet Dhillon Should Not Be Elevated
WASHINGTON, April 7 [Category: Political] -- The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights issued the following news release:
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Why Harmeet Dhillon Should Not Be Elevated
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A PDF of this document can be found here
INTRODUCTION
Harmeet Dhillon was confirmed as Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights on April 3, 2025, by a vote of 52 to 45, over the strong objections of civil rights organizations who warned that she had spent the bulk of her career actively working against th more
Women leading the future of technology at PennWest
CALIFORNIA, Pennsylvania, April 7 -- PennWest posted the following news:
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Women leading the future of technology at PennWest
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Building on the momentum of Women's History Month, PennWest is bringing together four accomplished faculty members for a dynamic virtual conversation exploring the future of technology -and the women helping to shape it.
Hosted by the PennWest Center for Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies, Women Leading the Future of Technology at PennWest will more
Yale University: Want to Improve AI - Look for the Helpful Data Hidden in Plain Sight
NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, April 7 -- Yale University issued the following Q&A on April 7, 2026, by Jim Shelton with data scientist Yuejie Chi, professor of statistics and data science in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, and professor of computer science for Yale Engineering:
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Want to improve AI? Look for the helpful data hidden in plain sight
In a Q&A, Yale data scientist Yuejie Chi discusses her ongoing research into making AI more efficient.
By Jim Shelton
Spotting a needle in a hay more
Five CSU Campuses, One Mission: Powering L.A.'s Talent Pipeline
NORTHRIDGE, California, April 6 -- California State University Northridge (CSUN) issued the following news release:
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Five CSU Campuses, One Mission: Powering L.A.'s Talent Pipeline
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How do you prepare a workforce that's ready on day one? That question took center stage on March 18 in Los Angeles, where the presidents of five Cal State University campuses that serve the greater Los Angeles region joined industry leaders for a dynamic conversation. The presidents discussed how their univ more
Radford's AI Sandbox sees official launch
RADFORD, Virginia, April 6 -- Radford University issued the following news release:
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Radford's AI Sandbox sees official launch
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A March 26 ribbon cutting marked the official launch of the Davis College of Business and Economics' AI Sandbox.
Located on the second floor of Kyle Hall, just adjacent to the student trading room, Radford University's AI Sandbox will serve as Davis College's central hub for generative artificial intelligence.
Directed by Samantha Steidle, the facility see more
University of Iowa College of Liberal Arts and Sciences: School of Social Work Faculty Member Analyzes Aging From an Intersectional Perspective
IOWA CITY, Iowa, April 3 -- The University of Iowa College of Liberal Arts and Sciences issued the following news:
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School of Social Work faculty member analyzes aging from an intersectional perspective
May Guo, associate professor for the School of Social Work, expands upon current understandings of aging in her new textbook.
By Samantha Wirth
May Guo, PhD, FGSA, associate professor at the School of Social Work, has long worked to advance the field of aging. Guo's research focuses on more
Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)
Birthright Citizenship - Litigation Status Update Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11414) on April 3, 2026, by legislative attorney Hannah Solomon-Strauss and supervisory attorney Juria L. Jones.
Here are excerpts:
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Birthright Citizenship: Litigation Status Update
On April 1, 2026, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Trump v. Barbara regarding Executive Order 14160, "Protecting the Meaning and Value of American Citizenship" (E.O. 14160 or th more
Confederate Names & Military Installations Topic of CRS Fact Sheet
WASHINGTON, April 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following fact sheet (No. R48894) on April 3, 2026, by research librarians Travis A. Ferrell and Hannah Fischer.
Here are excerpts:
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Confederate Names and Military Installations: Fact Sheet
SUMMARY
Prior to 2023, there were 10 major military installations named after Confederate Civil War commanders, all of which were located in the former states of the Confederacy. Nine of the bases were active-component Ar more
Farm Support for Tobacco & the 2026 Farm Bill Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13196) on April 3, 2026, by agricultural policy analyst Stephanie Rosch.
Here are excerpts:
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Farm Support for Tobacco and the 2026 Farm Bill
Historically, Congress has provided five categories of farm support: the Federal Crop Insurance Program (FCIP), farm bill-authorized commodity support programs, farm bill-authorized disaster assistance programs, ad hoc commodity supp more
FY2024 State Grants Under Title I-A of the Elementary & Secondary Education Act Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48893) on April 3, 2026, entitled "FY2024 State Grants Under Title I-A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act" by education policy specialist Rebecca R. Skinner and research assistant Isobel Sorenson.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), most recently comprehensively amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA; P.L. 114-95), is the pr more
Prediction Markets & Insider Trading Law Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11406) on April 3, 2026, by legislative attorney Jay B. Sykes:
Here are excerpts:
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Prediction Markets and Insider Trading Law
The past two years have witnessed the dramatic growth of prediction markets--i.e., online platforms that allow users to buy or sell contracts with payoffs tied to the occurrence or nonoccurrence of specific events, such as sporting event outc more
SEC Issues Crypto Guidance as Congress Considers MarketStructure Legislation Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11415) on April 3, 2026, by legislative attorney Jay B. Sykes:
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SEC Issues Crypto Guidance as Congress Considers MarketStructure Legislation
On March 17, 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued guidance addressing the application of federal securities law to certain types of crypto-assets and crypto-asset activities. The guidance was joined by the C more
U.S.-Japan Trade Agreements & Tariff Negotiations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11120) on April 3, 2026, by international trade and finance specialists Kyla H. Kitamura and Cathleen D. Cimino-Isaacs.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S.-Japan Trade Agreements and Tariff Negotiations
The United States and Japan have been close economic partners, though they do not have a comprehensive bilateral free trade agreement (FTA). Since 2020, the countries have entered in more
Bureau of Land Management - FY2026 Appropriations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13121) on April 2, 2026, by natural resources policy specialist Carol Hardy Vincent.
Here are excerpts:
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Bureau of Land Management: FY2026 Appropriations
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), in the Department of the Interior (DOI), manages 244 million acres of federal land, nearly all in the West. Under its multiple-use mission, BLM manages lands for diverse purposes, inc more
Clean Vehicle Tax Credit Transfers to Car Dealers Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12570) on April 2, 2026, by public finance analyst Nicholas E. Buffie.
Here are excerpts:
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Clean Vehicle Tax Credit Transfers to Car Dealers
In July 2025, Congress repealed the clean vehicle credit (CVC) and the used clean vehicle credit (UCVC) as part of the FY2025 reconciliation law (P.L. 119-21). These two credits were enacted under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 more
Clean Vehicle Tax Credits Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12600) on April 2, 2026, by public finance specialists Donald J. Marples and Nicholas E. Buffie:
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Clean Vehicle Tax Credits
Prior to the enactment of the FY2025 reconciliation law (P.L. 119-21), the federal government offered three tax credits to incentivize the purchase of clean vehicles (electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid vehicles, and fuel cell vehicles). All three credi more
FY2026 Department of Defense Appropriations Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48891) on April 2, 2026, entitled "FY2026 Department of Defense Appropriations: In Brief" by Cameron M. Keys, defense logistics and resource management policy analyst.
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Contents
Summary ... 1
FY2026 Budget Cycle: Sequence of Events ... 2
FY2026 President's Budget Request: May 2, 2025, to June 26, 2025 ... 2
H.R. 4016: Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 20 more
Housing Supply - Current Trends & Policy Considerations Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, April 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48892) on April 2, 2026, entitled "Housing Supply: Current Trends and Policy Considerations" by macroeconomic policy specialist Lida R. Weinstock.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Housing affordability concerns have led to a focus on insufficient housing supply as a possible cause. There are many metrics by which economists analyze housing supply. Currently, national-level statistics paint a more
Housing Supply - Current Trends & Policy Considerations Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, April 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48892) on April 2, 2026, entitled "Housing Supply - Current Trends and Policy Considerations:"
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Barriers to Increasing Supply
This section briefly highlights a few of the most commonly cited explanations of why housing supply may be constrained and failing to adequately respond to demand and pricing conditions. Some are explanations for the longer-term trend more
Legislative Branch - FY2026 Appropriations Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, April 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48612) on March 26, 2026, entitled "Legislative Branch: FY2026 Appropriations" by Congress specialist Ida A. Brudnick.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Legislative Branch: FY2026 Appropriations
The legislative branch appropriations bill provides funding for the Senate; House of Representatives; Joint Items; Capitol Police; Office of Congressional Workplace Rights; Congressional Budget Offic more
Legislative Branch - FY2026 Appropriations Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, April 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48612) on March 26, 2026, entitled "Legislative Branch - FY2026 Appropriations:"
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FY2026 Legislative Branch Funding Issues
The following sections discuss the various legislative branch accounts.
During consideration of the legislative branch bills, the House and Senate conform to a "longstanding practice under which each body of Congress determines its ow more
Private Credit Funds Redemption Restrictions Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12674) on April 2, 2026, by financial economics specialist Eva Su.
Here are excerpts:
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Private Credit Funds Redemption Restrictions: Market Context and Policy Issues
Private credit generally refers to a type of lending provided by nonbank financial institutions, such as alternative asset managers of private funds, to small- and medium-sized private companies. Although this more
2026 Census Test - Overview & Recent Developments Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12676) on April 1, 2026, by American National Government analyst Taylor R. Knoedl.
Here are excerpts:
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The 2026 Census Test: Overview and Recent Developments
The U.S. Census Bureau begins planning for an upcoming decennial census of population and housing more than a decade prior to the census year. Part of this planning includes field tests designed to assess various oper more
Defense Primer - Strategic Nuclear Forces Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10519) on April 1, 2026, by defense policy analyst Anya L. Fink.
Here are excerpts:
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Defense Primer: Strategic Nuclear Forces
The Department of Defense (DOD) - which is "using a secondary Department of War designation" under Executive Order 14347 dated September 5, 2025 - is in the process of modernizing U.S. strategic nuclear forces. This modernization effort includes nu more
Inflation Reduction Act Wage & Apprenticeship Requirements - Effect on Tax Credit Values Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48428) on April 1, 2026, entitled "Inflation Reduction Act Wage and Apprenticeship Requirements: Effect on Tax Credit Values" by public finance analyst Nicholas E. Buffie.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (P.L. 117-169; IRA) created or modified 21 tax provisions subsidizing the use of "clean" energy. These benefits targeted taxpayers who purchase electric more
Medicaid - Selected Resources for National, State & Local Enrollment Data Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48536) on March 25, 2026, entitled "Medicaid: Selected Resources for National, State and Local Enrollment Data" by research librarians Sarah K. Braun and Angela Napili:
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Contents
Purpose and Scope ... 1
Federal Data Sources ... 2
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): National and State Data ... 2
Medicaid and CHIP Payment and Access Commission (MACPAC): National and State more
Retirement Asset Data in 2024 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13193) on April 1, 2026, by income security specialists John J. Topoleski and Elizabeth A. Myers.
Here are excerpts:
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Retirement Asset Data in 2024
The Federal Reserve's Financial Accounts of the United States reported that the total amount of financial assets in U.S. retirement plans (which does not include Social Security) was $45.1 trillion at the end of 2024. Figure 1 more
Standards for Maintaining, Collecting & Presenting Federal Data on Race & Ethnicity Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12304) on April 1, 2026, by American national government analyst Taylor R. Knoedl.
Here are excerpts:
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Revisions to Statistical Policy Directive No. 15: Standards for Maintaining, Collecting, and Presenting Federal Data on Race and Ethnicity
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) oversees the collection of race and ethnicity data through Statistical Policy Directive (SP more
U.S. Conflict With Iran Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48887) on March 26, 2026, entitled "U.S. Conflict with Iran."
The report is written by Middle Eastern affairs specialists Clayton Thomas, Christopher M. Blanchard, Jeremy M. Sharp and Jim Zanotti:
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SUMMARY
U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran on February 28, 2026, have sparked a wide-reaching regional conflict, with ongoing U.S. and Israeli air operations in Iran and Iranian retaliatory st more
U.S. Retirement Assets Data - 1995-2024 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13194) on April 1, 2026, by income security specialists John J. Topoleski and Elizabeth A. Myers.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S. Retirement Assets Data: 1995-2024
Retirement Asset Data from 1995 to 2024
The Federal Reserve's Financial Accounts of the United States reported that the total amount of financial assets in U.S. retirement plans (which does not include Social Securit more
Army's Multi-Domain Task Force Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11797) on March 30, 2026, by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert.
Here are excerpts:
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The Army's Multi-Domain Task Force (MDTF)
The Significance of the Multi-Domain Task Force (MDTF)
Congress has expressed concern about the threat to U.S. national security posed by Russia and China. The Army believes to address this threat, it must be able to operate in a m more
Determining Grants Under Title I-A of the Elementary & Secondary Education Act Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48890) on March 31, 2026, entitled "Determining Grants Under Title I-A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act" by education policy specialist Rebecca R. Skinner and research assistant Isobel Sorenson.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Title I-A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) authorizes aid to local educational agencies (LEAs) for the education of disadvantaged chi more
Federal Recognition of Tribes Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48888) on March 30, 2026, entitled "The Federal Recognition of Tribes: Frequently Asked Questions."
The report is written by natural resources policy specialist Mariel J. Murray, legislative attorney Mainon A. Schwartz and law librarian Laura Deal.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
As of 2026, the United States encompasses 575 federally recognized Tribes, or groups of Indigenous people that more
Nonprofit Hospitals, Tax Benefits & Charity Care Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13192) on March 30, 2026, by economic policy senior specialist Susan V. Lawrence:
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Nonprofit Hospitals, Tax Benefits and Charity Care
Congress has had a continuing interest in the tax benefits for nonprofit hospitals over the years, as indicated in a Senate Finance Committee investigation in 2005, a Government Accountability Office (GAO) study in 2020, and a hearing by the more
Pakistan's New Long-Range Missile Development Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13086) on March 31, 2026, by nonproliferation specialist Paul K. Kerr:
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Pakistan's New Long-Range Missile Development
On December 18, 2024, the U.S. Department of State announced the imposition of sanctions on Pakistan's National Development Complex (NDC), which "has worked to acquire items in furtherance of Pakistan's long range ballistic missile program." The State Depar more
Section 45V Clean Hydrogen Production Credit Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12602) on March 30, 2026, by public finance analyst Nicholas E. Buffie and energy policy analyst Martin C. Offutt.
Here are excerpts:
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The Section 45V Clean Hydrogen Production Credit
P.L. 117-169, commonly known as the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), enacted a new tax credit for the production of "clean" hydrogen. Widespread adoption of hydrogen fuel may reduce economy-wi more
Taiwan - Background & U.S. Relations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10275) on March 30, 2026, by Asian affairs specialist Susan V. Lawrence.
Here are excerpts:
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Taiwan: Background and U.S. Relations
Introduction
Taiwan, which also calls itself the Republic of China (ROC), is a self-governing East Asian democracy located across the Taiwan Strait from mainland China. Taiwan's popularly-elected leaders govern 23.3 million people on the main more
U.S.-Canada Trade Relations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12595) on March 30, 2026, by international trade and finance specialist Kyla H. Kitamura.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S.-Canada Trade Relations
The United States and Canada have one of the largest bilateral trade relationships in the world, including highly integrated energy and automotive markets. Since 1989, U.S.-Canada trade has been governed by the U.S.-Canada Free Trade Ag more
Collision at LaGuardia Airport Spotlights Long-standing Concerns Over Runway Safety Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 31 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12675) on March 30, 2026, by aviation policy specialist Bart Elias:
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Collision at LaGuardia Airport Spotlights Long-standing Concerns Over Runway Safety
On the night of March 22, 2026, a Jazz Aviation regional jet landing at LaGuardia Airport (LGA) in New York, NY, struck a firefighting vehicle that had received air traffic control clearance to cross the active runway. The more
FDA Human Medical Product User Fee Programs Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, March 31 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R44750) on March 27, 2026, entitled "FDA Human Medical Product User Fee Programs."
The report is written by research assistant Sylvia L. Bryan and health policy specialists Amanda K. Sarata and Hassan Z. Sheikh.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates human medical products to ensure they are safe and effective for their intended use in patients. M more
U.S. Health Care Coverage & Spending Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 31 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10830) on March 30, 2026, by health care financing specialist Ryan J. Rosso and research assistant Sylvia L. Bryan.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S. Health Care Coverage and Spending
In 2024, the United States had an estimated population of 335 million individuals. Most of those individuals had private health insurance or were covered under a federal program (such as Medicare or more
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules
A-Tec Ambulance Submits Extensive Public Comment to CMS on Strengthening Fraud Prevention Measures
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- A-Tec Ambulance Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services addressing the agency's Request for Information on "Comprehensive Regulations to Uncover Suspicious Healthcare" (CRUSH). The letter proposes numerous enhancements aimed at combating fraud, waste, and abuse in Medicare, Medicaid, and the Health Insurance Marketplace.
The company emphasized augmenting CMS's existing statutory authorities to expedite the exclusion of fr more
Acorns Urges Treasury to Prioritize Early Financial Education and Transparency in National Strategy for Financial Literacy
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Acorns Grow Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury regarding the Interagency Financial Literacy and Education Commission's (FLEC) review of the U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy. The company, which serves over 14 million Americans, emphasized the importance of embedding financial education early in life and improving transparency around complex financial products.
In its letter, Acorns advocated for maintaining Basic more
AlgoPatrol Proposes AI-Driven Real-Time Fraud Detection System to CMS for Healthcare Claims Integrity
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- AlgoPatrol submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regarding the agency's CRUSH Initiative aimed at eliminating fraudulent and wasteful healthcare claims. The letter details AlgoPatrol's advanced autonomous AI system designed to intercept improper claims during adjudication rather than relying on retrospective audits. The company seeks engagement with the CMS Office of Program Integrity to demonstrate their technology's capabil more
American Bar Association Warns DOJ Proposal Would Block Independent Ethics Investigations by State Bar Authorities
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The American Bar Association (ABA) has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Justice expressing concerns about a proposed regulation that would change the review process for bar complaints against DOJ attorneys. The ABA warns that the regulation would effectively block independent ethics investigations conducted by state, territorial, and D.C. bar authorities by allowing the DOJ to review such complaints first and request suspension of any parallel inves more
American Chemistry Council Urges Treasury to Revise Proposed Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit Regulations
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The American Chemistry Council (ACC) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury expressing concerns and recommendations regarding the proposed rulemaking under Section 45Z, the Clean Fuel Production Credit. The ACC represents leading companies in the business of chemistry and advocates for policies that foster energy production, environmental sustainability, and economic growth in the United States.
In its letter, the ACC applauds Treasur more
American Enterprise Institute Criticizes IRS Proposed Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit Rule
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The American Enterprise Institute (AEI) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service addressing the proposed rule on the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. The letter raises multiple concerns about the implementation of the rule, particularly criticizing its potential climate impact, cost-effectiveness, and interpretation of qualifying fuels.
The AEI letter contends that the statutory objective of Section 45Z, wh more
American Legal Ethics Association Criticizes DOJ Proposal to Delay State Investigations Into Attorney Misconduct
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The American Legal Ethics Association (ALEA) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Justice criticizing the DOJ's proposed nationwide rule aimed at addressing attorney misconduct within the department. The rule seeks to formalize internal DOJ investigations of alleged ethics violations by DOJ attorneys before state bar disciplinary authorities may proceed with their own inquiries. ALEA flagged concerns that the rule could undermine the enforcement of s more
American Lung Association Urges EPA to Prioritize Zero-Emission School Buses in Funding Program
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The American Lung Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the development of guidance for alternative fuel vehicles and fueling infrastructure under the Clean School Bus Program. The organization underscored the importance of advancing zero-emission technology in school transportation to protect children's health from harmful pollutants associated with diesel and other combustion engines.
The American Lung Associ more
Artemis Connection Urges Treasury to Revise National Strategy for Financial Literacy With Behavior and Protection Focus
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Artemis Connection submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury Financial Literacy and Education Commission (FLEC). The letter advocates for transforming the National Strategy for Financial Literacy from a passive knowledge model into an active framework that combines behavior, protection, and wealth-building.
Artemis Connection explains that the current national approach faces a gap between financial knowledge and actionable capability. The or more
ATA Action Urges CMS to Include Audio-Only Telehealth Diagnoses in Medicare Advantage Risk Adjustment
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- ATA Action has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services addressing CMS's proposed exclusion of all diagnoses from audio-only telehealth visits, identified by modifiers 93 and FQ, from the MA risk adjustment model on the basis that such encounters do not meet the "face-to-face" requirement.
ATA Action urges CMS to reconsider this exclusion, highlighting that audio-only telehealth is a critical modality for patients, especially those more
Autistic Women & Nonbinary Network Opposes CMS Proposal on Healthcare Fraud Regulations
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Autistic Women and Nonbinary Network submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services regarding the agency's Request for Information (RFI) on Comprehensive Regulations To Uncover Suspicious Healthcare (CRUSH). AWN strongly opposes the initiative, expressing concerns that the proposed regulations could disproportionately harm underserved communities, including autistic individuals, gender nonconforming people, immigrants, and disabled po more
Big Haus Consulting Challenges DOJ Proposal to Grant Attorney General Unilateral Authority Over State Bar Complaints
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Big Haus Consulting LLC, Seattle, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Justice opposing the proposed rule to amend 28 C.F.R. Part 77. The proposal would grant the Attorney General unilateral authority for the initial review of state bar complaints and discipline investigations targeting current and former DOJ attorneys. Big Haus Consulting argues the rule exceeds statutory authority under 28 U.S.C. Sec. 530B, threatens attorney accountability, ra more
Cato Institute Criticizes DOJ Proposed Rule on State Bar Complaints Against Federal Attorneys
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Cato Institute has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Justice concerning the agency's proposed rule titled "Review of State Bar Complaints and Allegations Against Department of Justice Attorneys." The Cato Institute's senior legal fellow argues that the rule, which would change how allegations of professional misconduct against DOJ attorneys are reviewed, is flawed in multiple ways.
The letter contends that the proposed rule is overly vague, p more
Center for Medicare Advocacy Urges CMS to Address Risk Adjustment Abuse in Medicare Advantage Programs
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Center for Medicare Advocacy submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services regarding the 2027 Medicare Advantage (MA) and Part D rate notice. The organization addressed concerns about risk adjustment policies used in MA payment calculations that may be exploited by plans to inflate payments improperly.
The Center highlighted that risk adjustment mechanisms are designed to adjust payments based on the expected medical costs of enroll more
Center for Transportation and the Environment Urges EPA to Enhance Clean School Bus Program
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Center for Transportation and the Environment submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) concerning the agency's Clean School Bus Program and its guidance on alternative fuel vehicles and fueling infrastructure deployment.
CTE emphasized that battery electric school buses (BEBs) are commercially available today and meet the operational needs of school districts. BEBs accommodate predictable route structures, moderate daily mile more
CGS Administrators Proposes Enhancements to CMS Program Integrity Measures to Curb Medicare Fraud
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- CGS Administrators LLC has submitted a public comment letter to the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services offering comprehensive suggestions to strengthen the agency's efforts to detect and prevent fraud, waste, and abuse in Medicare programs. The letter responds to CMS's Request for Information regarding their Comprehensive Regulations to Uncover Suspicious Healthcare (CRUSH) initiative.
CGS emphasizes that three strategic uses of CMS's existing authorities could curta more
Cherokee Nation Urges Treasury Department to Enhance Financial Literacy Strategy for Tribal Communities
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Cherokee Nation, Tahlequah, Oklahoma, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury regarding updates to the U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy. As the largest federally recognized tribe in the U.S., the Cherokee Nation emphasized the importance of tailoring financial education initiatives to address the unique challenges and strengths of tribal communities.
The letter stressed that financial capability and consumer protection more
Chickaloon Village Traditional Council Opposes Proposed Changes to Hunting and Trapping Regulations in Alaska National Preserves
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Chickaloon Village Traditional Council, Sutton, Alaska, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. National Park Service opposing to the rule which seeks to alter current regulations by granting the State of Alaska primary authority over fish and wildlife management within these protected areas.
CVTC, the governing body of the federally-recognized Chickaloon Native Village, emphasized its responsibility to safeguard the health and welfare of its Tribal citizens more
Child Poverty Action Lab Urges FTC to Address Undisclosed Junk Fees in Rental Housing Market
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Child Poverty Action Lab submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Trade Commission regarding a proposed rulemaking to tackle unfair or deceptive rental housing fee practices. CPAL's letter presents findings from a summer 2024 study examining hidden mandatory monthly fees, often referred to as junk fees, charged by apartment complexes in Dallas, Texas.
CPAL's research surveyed 60 market-rate apartment complexes listed on apartments.com. The organizations' secre more
Continuum Ag Urges Swift Finalization of Feedstock Carbon Intensity Rules for Clean Fuel Tax Credit
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Continuum Ag submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury regarding the proposed rule for the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. The letter emphasizes the crucial need for the rapid completion and update of the feedstock Carbon Intensity (CI) scoring system, which will play a pivotal role in the success of the Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit program.
The organization expressed strong support for including feedstock CI reductions in the more
CU Financial Services Backs NCUA Proposed Amendments to Credit Union Conversion Rules
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- CU Financial Services submitted a public comment letter supporting the National Credit Union Administration highlighting the firm's endorsement of the NCUA Board's efforts to streamline regulatory requirements and reduce burdensome rules that have constrained credit union conversions since the original regulations took effect in 2006 under the Federal Credit Union Act.
The consulting company expressed approval of the NCUA's initiative to remove outdated and overly prescri more
Datavant Urges Careful Implementation of Medicare Advantage Risk Adjustment Changes
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Datavant, a health data collaboration platform, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services regarding the agency's Advance Notice of Methodological Changes for Calendar Year 2027 for Medicare Advantage (MA) Capitation Rates and Part C and Part D Payment Policies. Datavant provided feedback specifically on the proposal to exclude diagnoses from unlinked chart review records (CRRs) from risk score calculations and offered observations on more
DaVita Urges CMS to Consider Kidney Disease Needs in Medicare Advantage Policy Changes
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- DaVita, a kidney care provider, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services responding to the agency's Advance Notice of Methodological Changes for Calendar Year 2027 concerning Medicare Advantage (MA) capitation rates and related payment policies. DaVita emphasized the importance of ensuring that MA plans adequately support beneficiaries living with kidney disease through coordinated and integrated care.
In the letter, DaVita noted t more
Dryland Genetics Calls for Inclusion of Proso Millet in Clean Fuel Production Credit Rules
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Dryland Genetics, Ames, Iowa, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury regarding the proposed regulations on the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. The company emphasized the importance of explicitly including proso millet as an eligible feedstock within the emissions rate table or ensuring its equitable treatment alongside similar grain feedstocks.
In its letter, Dryland Genetics highlighted proso millet's established commercial pro more
Duke University Margolis Institute Urges CMS to Modernize Medicare Advantage Risk Adjustment System
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Duke University Robert J. Margolis, MD Institute for Health Policy has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services regarding the proposed Calendar Year (CY) 2027 Advance Notice for Medicare Advantage Capitation Rates and Part C and Part D Payment Policies. The Duke-Margolis Institute emphasized the critical need for modernizing the Medicare Advantage (MA) payment system, particularly the risk adjustment mechanism, to better align s more
Dutchess Community College Provides Input on Workforce Pell Expansion Rules
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Dutchess Community College, Fairview, New York, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education responding to the public comment period for the AHEAD Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) regarding the Workforce Pell (WFP) expansion. Serving over 9,000 students annually with programs ranging from degrees and certificates to workforce training, the college highlighted its commitment to workforce development and requested clarifications to improve th more
EmblemHealth Urges CMS to Modify Risk Adjustment Proposal for Medicare Advantage Payments
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- EmblemHealth, a nonprofit health plan serving over 2 million people including Medicare Advantage enrollees, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services regarding the agency's Advance Notice of Methodological Changes for Calendar Year 2027 Medicare Advantage (MA) Capitation Rates and Part C and Part D payment policies. The letter addresses CMS's proposed exclusion of diagnoses derived from unlinked chart review records in the calculatio more
Environmental Defense Center, Center for Biological Diversity Oppose PHMSA Special Permit for Santa Barbara Pipelines Citing Legal and Safety Concerns
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Environmental Defense Center and Center for Biological Diversity have submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration opposing the proposed issuance of a Special Permit for Sable Offshore Corp.'s Las Flores Pipeline System. The letter challenges PHMSA's assertion of jurisdiction and raises numerous environmental, safety, and procedural issues related to the restart of the pipelines, desig more
Environmental Defense Fund Urges Rigorous Implementation of Clean Fuel Production Credit Rules
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service regarding the proposed rulemaking under Internal Revenue Code Section 45Z, known as the Clean Fuel Production Credit. As a public interest organization devoted to climate stabilization and environmental protection, EDF emphasizes the need for a comprehensive and scientifically robust framework to incentivize clean transportation fuel pr more
Environmental Law & Policy Center Urges EPA to Prioritize Electric School Buses in Clean School Bus Program Funding
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Environmental Law & Policy Center (ELPC) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the agency's Clean School Bus Program (CSBP). Representing members across the Midwest states in EPA Region 5-Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin-ELPC provided recommendations on the types of school buses that should be eligible for program funding, emphasizing the benefits of electric school buses (ESBs).
ELPC outline more
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Environmental Protection Network submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency expressing serious concerns about the agency's recent proposal regarding ethylene oxide emissions standards for sterilization facilities. The group, composed of hundreds of former EPA staff with expertise in environmental regulation and science, challenged the justification and scientific basis of the EPA's reconsideration of its National Emission Standards fo more
First State Design Urges HUD to Withdraw Proposed Work Requirement and Term Limit Rule
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- First State Design submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing a proposed rule that would permit Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) and Project-Based Rental Assistance (PBRA) owners to implement work requirements and term limits on housing assistance. The letter highlights concerns that the rule would undermine property stability, impose unfunded administrative burdens, and ultimately jeopardize housing affordability fo more
Foster City Chamber Backs Zoox's Petition to NHTSA for Automated Vehicle Deployment
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Foster City Chamber of Commerce submitted a public comment letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration supporting Zoox's petition for an exemption needed to deploy their automated vehicles commercially. The organization, representing local businesses in California's Foster City, expressed its endorsement for the petition highlighting the economic and technological benefits of approving such a request.
According to the Chamber, Zoox's headquarters in F more
Global Accountability Corp. Calls for Advanced Verification Measures in CMS Proposed CRUSH Rule
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Global Accountability Corp. submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding the proposed Comprehensive Regulations to Uncover Suspicious Healthcare (CRUSH). The letter outlines recommendations on program integrity requirements, fraud detection methodologies, identity proofing, and enhancements for Medicaid and CHIP programs aimed at improving fraud deterrence, payment accuracy, and operational efficiency.
The corporation advoc more
Grissan Energy Urges Treasury to Include Food Waste in Clean Fuel Production Credit Regulations
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Grissan Energy US LLC has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury regarding proposed regulations under Section 45Z of the Clean Fuel Production Credit. The UK-based company, which specializes in producing Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) from food waste, is requesting that the Treasury, along with the Department of Energy and the Internal Revenue Service, amend the annual emissions rate table to include RNG derived from food waste such as bevera more
Illinois Valley Chamber Supports Geographic Guardrails in Clean Fuel Credit Rules
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Illinois Valley Area Chamber of Commerce & Economic Development submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service regarding the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. The organization emphasized its support for proposed regulations that include geographic guardrails for Energy Attribute Certificate (EAC) agreements associated with the tax credit.
In the letter, the Chamber highlighted the importance of sourcing EACs f more
InCharge Energy Supports EPA Clean School Bus Program With Focus on Electric Vehicle Infrastructure
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- InCharge Energy Inc. submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the Clean School Bus (CSB) Program. The letter addresses the deployment of alternative fuel vehicles and fueling infrastructure, emphasizing electric vehicle (EV) charging while expressing non-support for liquified natural gas, compressed natural gas, hydrogen, propane, or biofuels fueling infrastructure for school buses.
InCharge Energy highlighted its vertically more
Initiative for Sustainable Transportation Urges EPA to Include Natural Gas Options in Clean School Bus Program
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Initiative for Sustainable Transportation (IST) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency concerning the development of guidance for alternative fuel vehicles and fueling infrastructure deployment under the Clean School Bus Funding Program. IST advocates for a broader consideration of compressed natural gas (CNG) and renewable natural gas (RNG) as viable and competitive options for school districts nationwide.
In its letter, IST more
Integrative Health Policy Consortium Urges Refinement of Student Loan Accountability Metrics to Reflect Healthcare Workforce Realities
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Integrative Health Policy Consortium (IHPC) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education urging a recalibration of the proposed Student Tuition and Transparency System (STATS) to better align student loan accountability frameworks with the unique economic and workforce characteristics of licensed healthcare professions. The Consortium emphasizes that current evaluation methods relying heavily on early-career earnings metrics misrepresent lo more
Iowa Biodiesel Board Advocates for Expanded Biodiesel Inclusion in Clean School Bus Funding Program
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Iowa Biodiesel Board submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency urging expanded recognition and support for biomass-based diesel fuels in the agency's Clean School Bus Funding Programs. Representing biodiesel producers, distributors, and farmers across Iowa, the group highlighted biodiesel as a clean, economically beneficial fuel option suitable for school bus fleets.
The letter emphasized Iowa's leadership as the top biodiesel-produ more
Iowa Biodiesel Board Seeks Clarifications on IRS Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Iowa Biodiesel Board submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service addressing the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit Proposed Rulemaking. The board represents producers, distributors, and farmers in Iowa's biodiesel industry and emphasizes the industry's economic importance in the state. While Iowa's production decreased in 2025 to an estimated 266 million gallons, it remains the leading biodiesel-producing state, leveraging comprehensive stat more
Iowa Revenue Dept. Highlights Crucial Role of USDA Data in Agricultural Property Valuation
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Iowa Department of Revenue (IDR) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture emphasizing the indispensable role played by data from the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) in valuing agricultural property for property tax purposes in Iowa. The letter responds to the USDA's request for information on opportunities, challenges, and emerging areas in statistical data, analysis, and research within the department.
The IDR under more
Iowa Soybean Association Urges EPA to Prioritize Biomass-Based Diesel in Clean School Bus Programs
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Iowa Soybean Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency advocating for the explicit recognition and prioritization of biomass-based diesel (BBD) as a near-term, cost-effective clean fuel solution in the EPA's Clean School Bus funding programs. Representing about 37,000 soybean farmers in Iowa, ISA emphasized the benefits of BBD as an immediately deployable, sustainable alternative for school bus fleets across the nation.
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ISO Standards Advisory Group Urges NCUA to Require Legal Entity Identifiers for Stablecoin Issuers
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The International Organization for Standardization Standards Advisory Group submitted a public comment letter to the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) regarding regulations for permitted payment stablecoin issuers (PPSIs). The SAG emphasized the importance of using Legal Entity Identifiers (LEIs) to enhance transparency, regulatory oversight, and interagency coordination in the stablecoin ecosystem.
ISO is an independent global organization that develops consens more
Kansas Corn Growers Association Urges Inclusive Final Rules for Clean Fuel Production Credit
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Kansas Corn Growers Association (KCGA) submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service regarding the proposed regulations implementing Section 45Z, the Clean Fuel Production Credit. KCGA, representing over 1,100 corn farmer members in Kansas, emphasized the vital role that on-farm practices play in reducing carbon intensity (CI) and urged the Treasury Department and IRS to recognize these contributions in the final rulemaking to support rural economic more
LanzaJet Raises Concerns Over Proposed IRS Definition of Transportation Fuel Impacting Sustainable Aviation Fuel Credit
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- LanzaJet Inc. submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service regarding the proposed regulations for the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. The company expressed support for the initiative by the U.S. Department of the Treasury and IRS to implement technology-neutral and performance-based incentives aimed at accelerating decarbonization in transportation fuels.
LanzaJet operates the world's first commercial-scale Alcohol-to-Jet facility in Soperto more
Lawyers' Committee for Rhode Island Opposes DOJ Proposed Rule on State Bar Complaints
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Lawyers' Committee for Rhode Island has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Justice opposing the agency's proposed rule titled "Review of State Bar Complaints and Allegations Against Department of Justice Attorneys." The organization warns that the rule would undermine the Rhode Island Judiciary Disciplinary Board's authority to review misconduct complaints involving Rhode Island-licensed attorneys employed by the Department of Justice.
The Com more
Life Cycle Associates Seeks Telephonic Testimony on IRS Clean Fuel Production Credit Regulations
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Life Cycle Associates LLC, Portola Valley, California, a consultancy specializing in lifecycle analysis, has submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service regarding the proposed regulations for Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. The company has requested the opportunity to testify telephonically at the IRS hearing scheduled for May 26, 2026.
In the letter addressed to the IRS, Life Cycle Associates emphasized the need to ensure consistency in th more
Longview Chamber of Commerce Urges Alignment and Flexibility in Workforce Pell Implementation
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Longview Chamber of Commerce, Texas, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education addressing the proposed rules to implement Workforce Pell Grants. Representing employers across East Texas, including sectors like advanced manufacturing, healthcare, energy, and logistics, the Chamber emphasized the importance of Workforce Pell in expanding access to short-term, high-quality training programs that support economic mobility and business growth.
T more
Lumeris Raises Concerns Over CMS Proposed Changes to Medicare Advantage Payment and Risk Models
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Lumeris, St. Louis, Missouri, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services regarding the agency's Advance Notice of Methodological Changes for Calendar Year 2027 Medicare Advantage Capitation Rates and Part C and Part D Payment Policies. The organization expressed support for CMS's strategic vision of person-centered care but outlined significant concerns about proposed reforms to risk adjust more
Manufacturers of Emission Controls Association Urges EPA to Expand and Prioritize Clean School Bus Program Technologies
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Manufacturers of Emission Controls Association has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the development of guidance for alternative fuel vehicles and fueling infrastructure deployment under the Clean School Bus Funding Programs. MECA emphasizes the importance of a performance-based and cost-effective Clean School Bus program that accommodates a diverse array of powertrains and alternative fuels to address the needs of more
Martin Health System Cancer Center Advances Personalized Treatment for DCIS Patients With Genomic Testing
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Martin Health System Robert and Carol Weissman Cancer Center submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services outlining their 2024 quality improvement initiative to enhance risk stratification and treatment decision-making for ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) patients through implementation of the DCISionRT genomic assay. This initiative aims to reduce overtreatment by safely omitting adjuvant radiation therapy in low-risk patients ident more
Md. Rep. Raskin Opposes Over Shielding Attorneys From State Bar Discipline
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Justice opposing the agency's Proposed Rule titled "Review of State Bar Complaints and Allegations Against Department of Justice Attorneys." The new rule seeks to amend DOJ regulations to allow the department to review allegations against its current or former attorneys before state bar disciplinary authorities can undertake investigative steps that involve DOJ attorneys.
In his le more
National Housing Law Project Urges HUD to Revise Operating Cost Adjustment Factors to Support Affordable Housing Preservation
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The National Housing Law Project (NHLP) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regarding the agency's Notice of Certain Operating Cost Adjustment Factors (OCAF) for 2026. NHLP, a legal advocacy organization focused on affordable housing and residents' rights, raised concerns about the adequacy of the current OCAF methodology for adjusting rents on subsidized properties.
NHLP explained that the OCAF, a composite fact more
Neste Urges IRS for Clarifications on Clean Fuel Production Credit Regulations
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Neste US submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service regarding the proposed regulations for the Clean Fuel Production Credit (CFPC) under Section 45Z of the Internal Revenue Code. The letter addresses issues arising from recent legislative enhancements under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 and the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, focusing on qualified sales substantiation, production processes, and feedstock traceability.
Neste, a leading producer of more
Neukom Center and Rhode Center Challenge DOJ Proposed Rule on Federal Prosecutor Discipline
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Neukom Center for the Rule of Law and the Deborah L. Rhode Center on the Legal Profession of Stanford Law School submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Justice expressing concerns about the DOJ's proposed rule governing the discipline of agency lawyers. The proposed regulation seeks to grant the Attorney General new authority to review and potentially pause state bar disciplinary investigations into DOJ attorneys before those investigations can pro more
New York City Bar Association Opposes Proposed DOJ Rule on State Bar Complaint Reviews
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The New York City Bar Association submitted a public comment letter opposing the U.S. Department of Justice seeking to review state bar complaints and allegations against DOJ attorneys before state authorities can act. The association argues that the proposed regulation violates the McDade Amendment, undermines long-standing state disciplinary authority, and is contrary to the public interest.
The New York City Bar Association, representing over 20,000 legal professionals more
NYC School Bus Umbrella Services Urges EPA to Prioritize Electric Buses and Streamline Clean School Bus Funding Programs
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- NYC School Bus Umbrella Services submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the agency's request for information on alternative fuel vehicles and fueling infrastructure deployment under the Clean School Bus funding programs. The letter outlines NYCSBUS's perspectives on electric school bus adoption, fueling infrastructure challenges, supply chain issues, and program oversight aimed at improving air quality and health outcomes in more
Proteum Energy Urges IRS to Refine Proposed Regulations on Clean Fuel Production Credit
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Proteum Energy submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service regarding proposed regulations under Section 45Z of the Internal Revenue Code. The letter addresses a notice which outlines new rules for the clean fuel production credit (PTC) aimed at promoting low-carbon transportation fuels in the United States.
Proteum Energy praised the Treasury Department, IRS, and Department of Energy for their efforts but expressed concerns that specific modification more
Ryan LLC Offers Recommendations to EPA on Clean School Bus Program Funding and Implementation
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Ryan LLC, Plano, Texas, has submitted a public comment letter to the United States Environmental Protection Agency addressing the agency's Request for Information on alternative fuel vehicles and fueling infrastructure under the Clean School Bus Program. The company expressed support for the program's goals to reduce emissions and provided a series of recommendations aimed at improving the program's effectiveness, expanding participation, and ensuring practical implementat more
San Diego County Bar Association Opposes DOJ Interference in State Bar Discipline
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The San Diego County Bar Association has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Justice expressing opposition to a proposed rulemaking that seeks to grant the DOJ greater authority over state bar disciplinary proceedings. The DOJ's proposal aims to establish a process for reviewing bar complaints against Department of Justice attorneys nationwide, granting the agency power to halt state investigations and discipline actions until the DOJ completes its more
SCAN Health Plan Calls on CMS to Address Medicare Advantage Market Stability and Risk Model Issues
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- SCAN Health Plan submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services expressing concerns about the Medicare Advantage (MA) market and proposed methodological changes for calendar year 2027. The nonprofit MA plan highlighted challenges posed by CMS's new Rx-Hierarchical Condition Category (Rx-HCC) risk model and urged reforms to the Total Beneficiary Cost (TBC) test to ensure market stability and adequ more
SchoolHouse Connection Urges Improvements in Workforce Pell Grant Implementation to Support Homeless Youth
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- SchoolHouse Connection submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education addressing proposed rules for Workforce Pell Grants. The nonprofit organization advocates for youth experiencing homelessness and assists numerous K-12 districts, higher education institutions, and homeless service providers nationwide. Their letter highlighted concerns and recommendations intended to improve access and reduce barriers to Pell Grants for unaccompanied homeless yout more
Select Health Urges Caution on Medicare Advantage Methodological Changes for 2027
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Select Health submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services addressing proposed methodological changes for the 2027 Medicare Advantage (MA) capitation rates and Part C and Part D payment policies. Representing a mission-driven system focused on community health, Select Health provided extensive feedback emphasizing beneficiary well-being, equitable access, and sustainable quality improvements.
Select Health opposed the inclusion of deni more
Student Money Management Center Urges Financial Literacy Strategy to Address Life-Long Education Needs
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Student Money Management Center at the University of Illinois System submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Literacy and Education Commission. The letter responds to FLEC's request for information on updates to the U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy. Drawing on their extensive experience providing educational programs to students and families nationwide, SMMC emphasized the importance of recognizing financial literacy as an ongoing process that s more
Superior Air-Ground Ambulance Service Calls for Enhanced Fraud Prevention Measures in Medicare Programs
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Superior Air-Ground Ambulance Service of Ohio Inc. submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services addressing the agency's Request for Information related to initiatives targeting healthcare fraud, waste, and abuse through the Comprehensive Regulations to Uncover Suspicious Healthcare (CRUSH) program.
In the letter, Superior Air-Ground Ambulance Service advocates for program enhancements specifically focused on non-emergency ambulance tra more
Texas Association of Business Urges U.S. Department of Education to Reconsider 25% Cap on Workforce Pell Partnerships
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Texas Association of Business submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Postsecondary Education addressing concerns over the proposed 25% limit on instruction conducted by non-accredited organizations under the Workforce Pell program. The association warned that this cap could diminish the effectiveness of important workforce training programs that rely heavily on partnerships with employers and external trainers.
Workforce Pell more
Thomas Built Buses Urges EPA to Align Clean School Bus Program With Real-World Manufacturing and Funding Timelines
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Thomas Built Buses, High Point, North Carolina, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the Clean School Bus Program's future structure. As a leading manufacturer of school buses and subsidiary of Daimler Truck North America, Thomas Built Buses emphasized the importance of aligning the program's funding and oversight with the practical realities of school bus production, infrastructure deployment, and financial operations more
Tiger Fuel Co. Urges EPA to Increase Funding for Propane School Buses
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Tiger Fuel Co., Charlottesville, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the agency's request for information on developing guidance for alternative fuel vehicles and fueling infrastructure deployment under the Clean School Bus funding programs. The company advocated for enhanced funding support for propane-powered school buses.
In the letter, Tiger Fuel Company highlighted that nearly 24,000 propane-fueled school more
Tiny House Alliance USA Seeks FTC and DOJ Action on Standard Development Concerns
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Tiny House Alliance USA has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Trade Commission and the U.S. Department of Justice Antitrust Division raising multiple concerns about the current practices of standards development organizations (SDOs), particularly regarding collaboration among competitors. The letter expresses apprehension about the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) process and the activities of the International Code Council (ICC), highlightin more
Triple-S Corp. Submits Detailed Public Comment on CMS Medicare Advantage and Star Ratings Proposals
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Triple-S Corporation, San Juan, Puerto Rico, the leading Blue Cross Blue Shield plan of Puerto Rico and part of GuideWell Mutual Holding Corporation, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services addressing the agency's Advance Notice of Methodological Changes for Calendar Year 2027 regarding Medicare Advantage Capitation Rates, Part C and D Payment Policies, and Star Ratings updates.
The letter expresses support for CMS's position more
U.S. Endowment for Forestry and Communities Urges IRS to Clarify Rules on Clean Fuel Production Credit
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The U.S. Endowment for Forestry and Communities submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service regarding the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. The Endowment, a nonprofit organization working to promote the health of the nation's working forests and rural forest-reliant communities, highlighted the challenges faced by the forest and wood products sector, especially concerning markets for low value wood materials.
Employing approximately 925,000 p more
United Council on Welfare Fraud Urges CMS to Enhance Medicaid Beneficiary Fraud Protections
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The United Council on Welfare Fraud submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services emphasizing the need for stronger regulations and enforcement to prevent fraud, waste, and abuse within Medicaid, particularly regarding beneficiary fraud.
UCOWF highlighted longstanding concerns about CMS's reliance on self-attestation in Medicaid eligibility determinations, describing it as a significant vulnerability exploited by fraudsters. The organiz more
VIVA HEALTH Urges CMS to Reconsider Medicare Advantage Payment and Rating Changes
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- VIVA HEALTH, an Alabama-based non-profit health plan serving over 50,000 Medicare members, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The letter addresses the advance notice of methodological changes for Medicare Advantage (MA) capitation rates and payment policies for calendar year 2027.
VIVA HEALTH emphasized concerns regarding the agency's proposed growth percentage estimates for m more
W2Fuel Urges IRS for Clarifications on Clean Fuel Production Credit Proposed Rulemaking
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- W2Fuel LLC, an independent biodiesel producer operating a 15 million gallon per year facility in Adrian, Michigan, has submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service regarding the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit proposed rulemaking under IRS Notice 2026-0133-0001. The company expressed support for the overall guidance provided but highlighted several areas requiring additional clarification to enable industry growth and regulatory compliance.
W more
WelbeHealth Urges CMS to Enhance Risk Adjustment for PACE Participants in CY2027 Payment Policies
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- WelbeHealth, a physician-led Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) organization operating multiple centers in California and expanding in other states, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The letter addressed methodological changes proposed for Calendar Year 2027 Medicare Advantage capitation rates and Part C and Part D payment policies, urging CMS to take several actions to better accommodate the complex care n more
Yosemite Clean Energy Urges IRS to Broaden and Expedite 45Z Clean Fuel Credit Rules
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Yosemite Clean Energy submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service regarding the agency's 45Z Proposed Rule Making. The letter addresses the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) set rule clarifications for clean fuel production credits, focusing on the eligibility and procedural requirements under Section 45Z of the Internal Revenue Code. YCE advocates for regulatory adjustments to support biomass fuel producers and facilitate investment certainty ami more
Tipoffs: Iran
America First Policy Institute Responds to Operation Epic Fury Ceasefire
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The America First Policy Institute issued the following statement on April 7, 2026:
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America First Policy Institute Responds to Operation Epic Fury Ceasefire
The America First Policy Institute issued the following statement in response to news that President Trump has agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran:
"The two-week ceasefire demonstrates the 'peace through strength' approach that defines America First foreign policy. Although Iran's leadership has acknowle more
AU Commission Chairperson Welcomes the U.S. - Iran Ceasefire Agreement and Urges Sustained Dialogue for Lasting Peace
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, April 8 -- The African Union Commission issued the following news release:
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AU Commission Chairperson Welcomes the US - Iran Ceasefire Agreement and Urges Sustained Dialogue for Lasting Peace
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, welcomes the announcement by the Prime Minister of Pakistan of an immediate ceasefire between the Islamic Republic of Iran, the United States of America, and their respective allies, describing it as " more
CAIR Calls President Trump's Threat to Destroy Iranian Civilization 'Unhinged, Racist and Genocidal'
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release on April 7, 2026:
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CAIR Calls President Trump's Threat to Destroy Iranian Civilization 'Unhinged, Racist and Genocidal'
Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization calls on Congress, presidential cabinet, and Pentagon to prevent genocidal attack on Iran
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The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today condemne more
CAIR Condemns Israeli Bombing of Iranian Synagogue, Challenges Pro-Israel Groups to Rescind Support for War
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release on April 7, 2026:
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CAIR Condemns Israeli Bombing of Iranian Synagogue, Challenges Pro-Israel Groups to Rescind Support for War
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today condemned the Israeli bombing of a synagogue in Tehran and challenged pro-Israel organizations and personalities backing the war to condemn th more
CAIR Condemns President Trump's Threat to Destroy Iranian Civilization; CAIR-SFBA's Zahra Billoo Warns of Anti-Iranian, Anti-Muslim Hatred
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release on April 7, 2026:
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CAIR Condemns President Trump's Threat to Destroy Iranian Civilization; CAIR-SFBA's Zahra Billoo Warns of Anti-Iranian, Anti-Muslim Hatred
Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization joins national call for Congress, presidential cabinet, and Pentagon to prevent genocidal attack on Iran
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The San Francisco Bay Area office of the Council on American-Islamic Relations ( more
Center for American Progress: Iran War Has Caused Enormous Human and Financial Toll for No Apparent Gain
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Center for American Progress issued the following statement on April 7, 2026:
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Iran War Has Caused Enormous Human and Financial Toll for No Apparent Gain
Today, President Donald Trump announced that the United States agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran and that this period would be used to negotiate a larger agreement to potentially end the war. In response, Damian Murphy, senior vice president for National Security and International Policy at the Center more
Center for American Progress: Trump Budget Imposes Deepest Domestic Cuts in Modern History While Fueling Massive Military Expansion
WASHINGTON, April 8 (TNSrep) -- The Center for American Progress issued the following news release on April 7, 2026:
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Trump Budget Imposes Deepest Domestic Cuts in Modern History While Fueling Massive Military Expansion
Today, the Center for American Progress released a new analysis (https://www.americanprogress.org/article/trumps-budget-request-cuts-programs-that-help-ordinary-americans-and-sinks-that-money-toward-war/) of President Donald Trump's fiscal year 2027 budget request, findin more
Chairman Arrington Talks Reconciliation Priorities on Fox Business
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Rep. Jodey Arrington, R-Texas, chairman of the House Budget Committee, issued the following news release on April 7, 2026:
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Chairman Arrington Talks Reconciliation Priorities on Fox Business
Today, House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington (R-Texas) joined Mornings with Maria on Fox Business to outline Republicans' plan to use reconciliation to fully fund U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), invest in na more
CRC News: Following the Money
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Capital Research Center issued the following news on April 7, 2026:
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CRC News: Following the money
Recent media accounts have quoted CRC and InfluenceWatch research and researchers on issues as diverse as biased Census counts, nonprofit transparency and the staffing of Virginia state government.
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Fox News-- China's American Mao: Inside Singham's blueprint to 'wage war' for a 'new world order': At a Shanghai conference blessed by the Communist Party of China, more
Hudson Institute Issues Commentary to RealClearDefense: Russian Aggression Heightens American Costs in Iran
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Hudson Institute, a research organization that says it promotes leadership for a secure, free and prosperous future, issued the following commentary on April 7, 2026, by Daniel Kochis, senior fellow in the Center on Europe and Eurasia, to RealClearDefense:
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Russian Aggression Heightens American Costs in Iran
In aiding Iranian strikes, Russia reverts to an old playbook to harm the US.
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Last week's Iranian strike against the Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia more
Hudson Institute Issues Commentary to The Telegraph: Britain Couldn't Have Pulled Off This Iran Rescue
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Hudson Institute, a research organization that says it promotes leadership for a secure, free and prosperous future, issued the following commentary on April 7, 2026, by distinguished fellow Tom Tugendhat to The Telegraph:
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Britain Couldn't Have Pulled Off This Iran Rescue
The American airman will have had to display huge courage but he would have known the most powerful military in the world was with him.
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The first few hours on the run are exhilarating; everyt more
Hudson Institute Issues Commentary to Times of Central Asia: Trump Has Golden Opportunity to Launch C6+1 on Sidelines of UN
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Hudson Institute, a research organization that says it promotes leadership for a secure, free and prosperous future, issued the following commentary on April 7, 2026, by senior fellow Ken Moriyasu to the Times of Central Asia:
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Trump Has Golden Opportunity to Launch C6+1 on Sidelines of UN
Representatives of the five Central Asian states -- Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan -- along with Azerbaijan, are expected in New York for the Un more
IRFA Recommends Prevailing Wage and Emission Calculation Changes to 45Z Tax Credit
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa, April 8 -- The Iowa Renewable Fuels Association issued the following news release on April 7, 2026:
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IRFA Recommends Prevailing Wage and Emission Calculation Changes to 45Z Tax Credit
IRFA Highlights Changes to Enhance American Energy Security
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Yesterday the Iowa Renewable Fuels Association (IRFA) submitted comments to the U.S. Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regarding proposed rules for the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit. IRFA noted that more
Jamestown Foundation Issues Commentary: Putin Seen Making Ever More Mistakes, Sending Approval Rating Down
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The Jamestown Foundation issued the following commentary on April 7, 2026, by Paul Goble, specialist on ethnic and religious questions in Eurasia, in its Eurasia Daily Monitor:
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Putin Seen Making Ever More Mistakes, Sending Approval Rating Down
Executive Summary:
* As Russian anger about President Vladimir Putin's moves against the internet grows, Russian commentators are pointing to other mistakes the Kremlin leader has been making and to polls showing his approv more
Meeks Issues Statement on U.S.-Iran Ceasefire
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following statement on April 7, 2026:
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Meeks Issues Statement on U.S.-Iran Ceasefire
Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued a statement on the announcement of a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran:
"I welcome the announcement of a ceasefire between the United States and Iran and I'm relieved more
Mich. Democratic Party: Breaking - Michigan Gas Prices Surging Again as Mike Rogers Says Working Families Will Be 'Fine' Paying More
LANSING, Michigan, April 8 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on April 7, 2026:
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BREAKING: Michigan Gas Prices Surging Again as Mike Rogers Says Working Families Will be 'Fine' Paying More
Gas prices are surging again as multi-millionaire Florida resident Mike Rogers continues facing backlash for "downplay[ing] the impact of the Iran war on gas prices." Rogers was recently caught on tape dismissing a Michigander at a campaign event who was worried about pa more
Muslim Council of Britain: UK Government Must Protect Civilian Infrastructure in Iran Amidst Ongoing War
LONDON, England, April 8 -- The Muslim Council of Britain issued the following news release:
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UK Government Must Protect Civilian Infrastructure in Iran Amidst Ongoing War
This weekend, the President of the United States publicly threatened critical civilian infrastructure in Iran, including power plants and bridges. Israel has today issued warnings affecting train infrastructure, effectively placing civilian transport systems at risk. Civilian infrastructure is protected under internati more
Progress Michigan: Will Republicans Stand Up to Trump's Threat of Genocide in Iran?
LANSING, Michigan, April 8 -- Progress Michigan, an organization that says it holds public officials and government accountable and assist in the promotion of progressive ideas, issued the following news release on April 7, 2026:
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Will Republicans Stand Up to Trump's Threat of Genocide in Iran?
Donald Trump said that "a whole civilization will die tonight" if Iran doesn't reopen the Strait of Hormuz, as the White House and Pentagon carry out a deeply unpopular war that is killing civilia more
Ranking Member Shaheen Statement on Temporary U.S.-Iran Ceasefire
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following statement on April 7, 2026:
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Ranking Member Shaheen Statement on Temporary U.S.-Iran Ceasefire
Today, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued a statement after the announcement of a temporary ceasefire between the United States and Iran:
"I welcome the announcement of a temporary ceasefire more
Ranking Members Coons, Schumer, Shaheen, Reed, and Schatz Condemn President Trump's Threat Against Iranian Civilization
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Sen. Christopher Coons, D-Delaware, issued the following statement on April 7, 2026:
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Ranking Members Coons, Schumer, Shaheen, Reed, and Schatz condemn President Trump's threat against Iranian civilization
Today, U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.), Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Committee Subcommittee on Defense, Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), Senate Democratic Leader, Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Jack Ree more
Rep. Meeks Issues Statement on President's Threats to Strike Iranian Civilian Infrastructure
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following statement on April 7, 2026:
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Meeks Issues Statement on President's Threats to Strike Iranian Civilian Infrastructure
Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, today issued a statement on Trump's threats to strike Iranian civilian infrastructure, which is a war crime:
"Threatening to destroy Iranian power plant more
Secretary of State Rubio, New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters Issue Remarks Ahead of Meeting
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following remarks on April 7, 2026, by Secretary Marco Rubio and New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters ahead of their meeting:
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SECRETARY RUBIO: Thank you for coming.
QUESTION: Mr. Secretary, do you expect Iran to come to the table?
SECRETARY RUBIO: Hope we have more news later today on that.
QUESTION: Mr. Secretary, can you tell me what do you think about Cuba's president telling Newsweek that they'll strike back agains more
Sen. Blunt Rochester Issues Statement on President Trump Threats to Iran
WILMINGTON, Delaware, April 8 -- Sen. Lisa Blunt Rochester, D-Delaware, issued the following statement on April 7, 2026, on President Trump's Truth Social post threatening Iran:
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"The president's reckless words and actions are putting our troops, our national security, and innocent lives at risk.
"Threatening to 'kill a whole civilization' is dangerous and morally unacceptable. President Trump started this war without the support of the American people.
"Republicans in Washington must more
Senate Foreign Relations Committee Ranking Member Shaheen, Sens. Coons, Schumer, Reed, Schatz Condemn President Trump Threat Against Iranian Civilization
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following statement on April 7, 2026, with Sen. Chris Coons, D-Delaware, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Sen. Chuck Schumer, D-New York, ranking member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense, Senate Democratic Leader Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, ranking member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and Sen. Brian Schatz, D-Hawaii more
Small business smashed as governments lock up economic opportunity behind costly red tape
MELBOURNE, Australia, April 8 [Category: International] -- The Institute of Public Affairs issued the following news release:
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Small business smashed as governments lock up economic opportunity behind costly red tape
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"Years of reckless government policies like net zero, rising energy costs, and red tape have smashed small business and shifted economic power increasingly towards big business and smothering entrepreneurialism," said Cian Hussey, Research Fellow at the Institute of Publi more
State Dept. Issues Readout of Secretary Rubio Meeting With New Zealand Foreign Minister Peters
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following readout by Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott on Secretary Marco Rubio's meeting on April 7, 2026, with New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters:
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio met today with New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters.
They discussed the bilateral relationship, the ongoing conflict in Iran, cooperation on critical minerals supply chains, and advancing prosperity and security in the Pacifi more
Statement on President Trump's Dangerous Escalation and Reckless Rhetoric
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes, D-Ohio, issued the following statement on April 7, 2026:
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Statement on President Trump's Dangerous Escalation and Reckless Rhetoric
U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) issued the following statement following President Trump's deeply disturbing social media post that risks escalating the conflict in Iran:
"Threatening to kill an entire civilization is quite frankly disgusting, beneath the Office of the Presidency, and an affront to o more
Texas Christian University Issues Horned Frogs In the News Wrap Up for March 14-31, 2026
FORT WORTH, Texas, April 8 -- Texas Christian University issued the following Horned Frogs In the News wrap up for March 14-31, 2026:
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Horned Frogs in the News, March 14-31, 2026
From diet and health to the state takeover of a local school district, media come to TCU for news and thought leadership.
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New dorms that will hold thousands of students coming to TCU (https://www.star-telegram.com/news/local/education/article315249584.html)
March 31, 2026
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
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UANI Statement on the Misleading Discussion on the Targeting of Civilian Infrastructure in Iran
NEW YORK, April 8 -- United Against Nuclear Iran posted the following news release:
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UANI Statement on the Misleading Discussion on the Targeting of Civilian Infrastructure in Iran
Responding to the factual inaccuracies about civilian infrastructure in Iran, United Against Nuclear Iran (UANI) Chairman Jeb Bush, CEO Ambassador Mark D. Wallace, and Director of IRGC Research Kasra Aarabi, issued the following joint statement:
"The discussion surrounding the targeting of so-called civilian more
VoteVets Issues Statement on Trump's Threat to Wipe Out a Civilization
PORTLAND, Oregon, April 8 -- VoteVets issued the following statement on April 7, 2026:
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Statement of Major General (Ret.) Paul D. Eaton on Trump's Threat to Wipe Out a Civilization
The following is the statement of VoteVets senior advisor and former Iraq War Commander, Major General Paul D. Eaton (USA, Ret.) on Donald Trump's threat to wipe out the civilization in Iran, tonight:
"Wiping out an entire civilization is the definition of genocide. Any order given to that effect must be refu more
"MAGA Goon" Mike Lawler Flip-Flops on Iran, Bends the Knee to Trump AGAIN
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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"MAGA Goon" Mike Lawler Flip-Flops on Iran, Bends the Knee to Trump AGAIN
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Vulnerable Republican Mike Lawler is back in the headlines after trying to mislead New Yorkers with more of his signature politician doublespeak.
In a disastrous interview with CNN this morning, Lawler spinelessly tried to downplay Trump's wildly unpopular war in Iran - only to turn around and do a comple more
"NATIONAL DEMOCRATS TARGET PA-01 AS FLIPPABLE" [BUCKS COUNTY HERALD]
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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"NATIONAL DEMOCRATS TARGET PA-01 AS FLIPPABLE" [BUCKS COUNTY HERALD]
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Local and national press continue to highlight how vulnerable Republican Brian Fitzpatrick is facing the toughest fight of his political career
The Bucks County Herald reports today that Pennsylvania's 1st Congressional District "could have national implications on the Democrats' chances of taking back the ma more
"We are living with disinformation. We are not going to eradicate it", global expert argues
CARDIFF, Wales, April 7 -- Cardiff University posted the following news:
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"We are living with disinformation. We are not going to eradicate it", global expert argues
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Disinformation communicated by and on behalf of foreign powers is now part and parcel of digital statecraft in the information age, an expert from Cardiff University has said.
Professor Martin Innes, co-director of the Security, Crime and Innovation Intelligence Institute, gave evidence to two UK inquiries. One was led more
200 Organizations and Experts Call for an End to Trump's Threats of War Crimes and Commit to Pursuing Accountability
BOSTON, Massachusetts, April 7 [Category: Sociological] -- Oxfam America issued the following news release:
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200 Organizations and Experts Call for an End to Trump's Threats of War Crimes and Commit to Pursuing Accountability
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More than 200 leading human rights, humanitarian, civil liberties, faith-based and environmental organizations, think tanks and experts have issued a joint urgent statement in response to President Trump's threat regarding Iran that "a whole civilization will die more
Amid Rising Uncertainty, Small Businesses Express More Concern About the Economy
WASHINGTON, April 7 [Category: Business] -- The U.S. Chamber of Commerce posted the following news release:
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Amid Rising Uncertainty, Small Businesses Express More Concern About the Economy
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Confidence among America's small businesses declined for a second straight quarter, signaling growing unease about the economic outlook amid rising inflation pressures and broader uncertainty, according to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index for Q1 2026.
The Index more
Best month ever for new EV registrations as market grows in all-important plate change March
LONDON, England, April 7 [Category: Transportation] -- The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders issued the following news:
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Best month ever for new EV registrations as market grows in all-important plate change March
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* New car registrations rise 6.6% during typically biggest market month of the year.
* BEV volumes rise 24.2% to reach record high, but market share just 22.6% - when mandated target for the year is 33%.
* Industry's calls for urgent review of the transition more
Beyer Demands Speaker Johnson Reconvene House as Trump Escalates Sick, Murderous Threats
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Don Beyer, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Beyer Demands Speaker Johnson Reconvene House as Trump Escalates Sick, Murderous Threats
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Congressman Don Beyer (D-VA) today released the following statement after President Trump announced his intention to further escalate the conflict in Iran and explicitly commit war crimes by targeting Iranian civilian infrastructure:
"My Republican colleagues in Congress continue to abdicate their duty and tur more
Castor: [Trump] is unfit to lead our great country
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Kathy Castor, D-Florida, issued the following news release:
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Castor: [Trump] is unfit to lead our great country
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TAMPA, Fla. \- Rep. Castor responds to President Trump threatening on Truth Social "A whole civilization will die tonight..." on Tuesday, April 07, 2026, in relation to his war with Iran.
"This morally repugnant threat comes from a feckless President who is betraying his own people and our national security. Plus, he continues to inflict higher more
CNN Worldwide Honored with 32 News & Documentary Emmy Award Nominations
ATLANTA, Georgia, April 7 [Category: BizMedia] -- CNN posted the following news:
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CNN Worldwide Honored with 32 News & Documentary Emmy Award Nominations
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April 7th, 2026
NEW YORK - (April 7, 2026) - CNN Worldwide celebrates 32 nominations in the 47th Annual News and Documentary Emmy(r) Award competition. The nominations were announced today by The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.
CNN's diverse nominations span breaking news - from our coverage of the LA wildfires an more
Common Cause Calls for Trump Cabinet to Invoke 25th Amendment
WASHINGTON, April 7 [Category: ThinkTank] -- Common Cause posted the following news release:
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Watchdog Group Calls for Trump Cabinet to Invoke 25th Amendment
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In response to President Trump announcing his intent to commit war crimes on social media, Common Cause calls on our military to refuse any illegal order and his Cabinet and Vice President Vance to invoke the 25th Amendment immediately and begin succession planning.
The evidence is clear: Donald J. Trump is unfit to lead, and h more
Congress Must Restrain the Trump Administration from Nuclear Weapons First Use
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, April 7 [Category: Environment] -- The Union of Concerned Scientists posted the following news release:
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Congress Must Restrain the Trump Administration from Nuclear Weapons First Use
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This morning, President Trump issued this bleak threat : "A whole civilization will die tonight, never to be brought back" unless Iran cedes to his demands, and Vice President Vance intimated that the United States could use nuclear weapons against Iran. The Trump administration more
Congressman Cohen Says Trump's "A whole civilization will die tonight" Statement is a Call for Genocide
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Steve Cohen, D-Tennessee, issued the following news release:
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Congressman Cohen Says Trump's "A whole civilization will die tonight" Statement is a Call for Genocide
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Urges military leaders to weigh their consciences in light of clearly unlawful orders to destroy civilian infrastructure
WASHINGTON - Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9), a member of the Judiciary and Intelligence Committees, considered President Trump's threat to end a world-historical civilizati more
CONGRESSMAN FIELDS' STATEMENT ON PRESIDENT TRUMP'S THREATS TOWARDS IRAN
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Cleo Fields, D-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
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CONGRESSMAN FIELDS' STATEMENT ON PRESIDENT TRUMP'S THREATS TOWARDS IRAN
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Cleo Fields shared the below statement following the ultimatum given by President Trump this morning:
"This morning, President Trump threatened that 'a whole civilization will die tonight, never to be brought back again' -a direct attack against Iranian civilians that legal experts have more
Congressman Mfume Statement on Trump's Iran Threats
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Kweisi Mfume, D-Maryland, issued the following news release:
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Congressman Mfume Statement on Trump's Iran Threats
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Kweisi Mfume (MD-07) issued the following statement regarding President Trump's dangerous and escalatory rhetoric towards Iran posted on Truth Social today:
"The President's obscenity laden threat to destroy Iranian civilization as we know it is a brazen, illegal threat against innocent civilians and it would cle more
Congressman Sorensen Statement on Trump's Threats Against Iran
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Eric Sorensen, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Congressman Sorensen Statement on Trump's Threats Against Iran
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WASHINGTON, DC- Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17), member of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement in response to President Trump's threats against Iran:
"Donald Trump promised to lower costs and end foreign wars. Voters took him at his word. But instead, he is threatening a level of conflict in the more
Congresswoman Lateefah Simon's Statement on Trump's Threats to Iran
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Lateefah Simon, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Congresswoman Lateefah Simon's Statement on Trump's Threats to Iran
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OAKLAND, CA - Congresswoman Lateefah Simon (D-CA-12) released the following statement:
"The President of the United States' threats this morning calling for an entire civilization to die are chilling and sickening.
"Trump has already violated the Constitution by waging war without the authorization of Congress. His announ more
Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher on President Trump's Post Stating That "A Whole Civilization Will Die Tonight"
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Lizzie Fletcher, D-Texas, issued the following news release:
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Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher on President Trump's Post Stating That "A Whole Civilization Will Die Tonight"
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Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) released the following statement as the United States conducts military strikes on Iran and President Trump issues grave new threats:.
"Over the past several days, the President of the United States has posted statements that are unhinged and more
Cook Political: Five More House Ratings Shift Toward Democrats
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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Cook Political: Five More House Ratings Shift Toward Democrats
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As the American people's approval of Republicans continues to crater, House Democrats' path to the majority is clearer than ever. Today, Cook Political Report shifted five races toward Democrats, including Republican held PA-08 (Lean Republican to Toss Up) and FL-27 (Solid Republican to Likely Republican). The non-par more
Crow Calls for Congress to Immediately Reconvene to End Iran War
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Jason Crow, D-Colorado, issued the following news release:
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Crow Calls for Congress to Immediately Reconvene to End Iran War
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WASHINGTON -Congressman Jason Crow (D-CO), a former paratrooper and Army Ranger who serves on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement in response to the Trump's horrific threats that "a whole civilization will die tonight":
"Calling for the elimination more
Crow, Jacobs, Ansari Blast Unacceptable Response from DoD on Civilian Harm
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Jason Crow, D-Colorado, issued the following news release:
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Crow, Jacobs, Ansari Blast Unacceptable Response from DoD on Civilian Harm
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WASHINGTON -Congressman Jason Crow (D-CO) and Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (D-CA), Founders and Co-Chairs of the Protection of Civilians in Conflict Caucus, and Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari (D-AZ), the first Democratic Iranian-American Member of Congress, received an unsatisfactory response from the Department of Defense after more
Dexter Calls on Congress to Reconvene, Urges Trump to Stand Down
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Maxine Dexter, D-Oregon, issued the following news release:
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Dexter Calls on Congress to Reconvene, Urges Trump to Stand Down
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PORTLAND, OR -Today, Congresswoman Maxine Dexter released the following statement in response to Donald Trump's threats that "a whole civilization will die tonight" if a deal is not reached to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Dexter also held a press conference with Senators Jeff Merkley (D-OR) and Cory Booker (D-NJ) urging Congress to more
EPA, FBI, CISA, NSA Issue Joint Cybersecurity Advisory to Water System Regarding Iranian-Affiliated Cyber Attacks
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release:
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EPA, FBI, CISA, NSA Issue Joint Cybersecurity Advisory to Water System Regarding Iranian-Affiliated Cyber Attacks
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Advisory contains information to promote resilience, ensure safety of Americans drinking water
WASHINGTON - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and National Security Agen more
First Focus on Children: President's Budget Would Take Billions From Kids
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- First Focus on Children, an advocacy organization dedicated to making children and families the priority in federal policy and budget decisions, issued the following news release:
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President's Budget Would Take Billions from Kids
President Trump's 2027 budget proposal, released Friday, sacrifices babies for bombs and billionaires, slashing critical programs for children and families to pay for defense and tax cuts for the wealthy.
Children represent nearly a quart more
Foster Denounces Trump's Threats to Iran
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Bill Foster, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Foster Denounces Trump's Threats to Iran
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Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) issued the following statement:
"The President of the United States openly threatening to wipe out an entire civilization is nauseating and un-American. A president's words carry real consequences, and they should be used to de-escalate conflict, not push us closer to the brink. This is precisely why more
Gillibrand Demands Bipartisan Investigation Into Deadly Bombing Of Iranian Elementary School
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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Gillibrand Demands Bipartisan Investigation Into Deadly Bombing Of Iranian Elementary School
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Gillibrand is requesting a public hearing and bipartisan investigation into the deadly Tomahawk missile strike on an Iranian elementary school in February
An ongoing military investigation has determined that the United States is responsible for the strike, which killed at least 168 people, most o more
Greenpeace USA calls for the removal of Trump for war crimes
WASHINGTON, April 7 [Category: Environment] -- Greenpeace USA, an organization that says it uses protest and confrontation to expose environmental problems and promote solutions, posted the following news release:
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Greenpeace USA calls for the removal of Trump for war crimes
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As another perilous threat to the people of Iran looms from behind White House gates, Greenpeace USA activists took a banner to the White House calling for the immediate removal of President Donald Trump for war c more
Heinrich Statement on Trump's Threat to Destroy 'A Whole Civilization'
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Heinrich Statement on Trump's Threat to Destroy 'A Whole Civilization'
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) released the following statement reacting to President Trump's threat to destroy 'a whole civilization.'
"Donald Trump's threat to destroy 'a whole civilization' because a war that he started is not ending by a date he randomly set is unhinged AND threatens a war crime. more
House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks Issues Statement on President's Threats to Strike Iranian Civilian Infrastructure
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks Issues Statement on President's Threats to Strike Iranian Civilian Infrastructure
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Washington, D.C. - Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, today issued a statement on Trump's threats to strike Iranian civilian infrastructure, which is a war crime:
"Threatening to destroy Iranian power plants and br more
Human Rights and Humanitarian Organizations and Experts Call for an End to Trump's Threats of War Crimes and Commit to Pursuing Accountability
NEW YORK, April 7 [Category: Media] -- PEN America, an organization that says it stands at the intersection of literature and human rights to protect free expression, posted the following news release:
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Human Rights and Humanitarian Organizations and Experts Call for an End to Trump's Threats of War Crimes and Commit to Pursuing Accountability
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More than 200 groups today, including PEN America, issued a joint statement following remarks by President Donald Trump warning that "a whole c more
Institute for Energy Research: Trump Announces New Refinery - The First in 50 Years
WASHINGTON, April 7 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary:
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Trump Announces New Refinery -- The First in 50 Years
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Key Takeaways
1 President Trump has announced the first major new refinery in 50 years, which will be built in Brownsville, Texas.
2 America First Refining will build the refinery and hold a 20-year agreement with Reliance Industries of India to purchase the refinery's products.
3 The refinery is being built to handle th more
Iran's Nuclear Program & UN Sanctions Reimposition Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11583) on April 6, 2026, by nonproliferation specialist Paul K. Kerr:
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Iran's Nuclear Program and UN Sanctions Reimposition
UN Security Council Resolution 2231 (2015), which the council adopted on July 20, 2015, implements the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and contains other provisions concerning Iran's nuclear program, Tehran's development of missiles, and ar more
Kaptur Statement on President Trump's Threat to Kill "A Whole Civilization"
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, issued the following news release:
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Kaptur Statement on President Trump's Threat to Kill "A Whole Civilization"
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Toledo, OH - Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) issued the following statement in response to President Donald Trump's threat against Iran that "A whole civilization will die tonight, never to be brought back again. I don't want that to happen, but it probably will."
"President Trump launched his war against Iran pro more
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Rick Larsen, D-Washington, issued the following news release:
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Larsen Condemns Trump's Unhinged & Violent Comments
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Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) joined Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries and House Democratic Leadership in the following statement :
"Donald Trump is completely unhinged. His statement threatening to eradicate an entire civilization shocks the conscience and requires a decisive congressional response. The House must come back into more
Larson Condemns Trump Statement on Iran
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. John B. Larson, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
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Larson Condemns Trump Statement on Iran
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East Hartford, CT - Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement after Trump said, 'a whole civilization will die tonight' in reference to the Iranian people.
"Congress must come back immediately to end Trump's illegal war in Iran," said Larson. "These threats are reprehensible and beyond the pale. Congress cannot let any lead more
Larson Files Articles of Impeachment, Calls for 25th Amendment as Trump Becomes More Unhinged
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. John B. Larson, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
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Larson Files Articles of Impeachment, Calls for 25th Amendment as Trump Becomes More Unhinged
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East Hartford, CT - Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) announced he has filed articles of impeachment to remove Donald Trump from office as the President becomes more unhinged and risks the lives, safety, and security of the American people. Larson is also calling for the Cabinet to invoke the 25th more
Leader Schumer, Ranking Members Reed, Shaheen, Coons, And Schatz Condemn President Trump's Threat Against Iranian Civilization
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Sen. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release:
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Leader Schumer, Ranking Members Reed, Shaheen, Coons, And Schatz Condemn President Trump's Threat Against Iranian Civilization
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WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY); U.S. Senators Jack Reed (D-RI), Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee; Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee; Chris Coons (D-DE), Ranking Memb more
Leger Fernandez Statement on Trump's Threat to Kill a Whole Civilization
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Teresa Leger Fernandez, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Leger Fernandez Statement on Trump's Threat to Kill a Whole Civilization
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Washington, D.C. -Congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernandez (NM-03) today called for immediate action to remove President Trump following his threat that " a whole civilization will die tonight " as war escalates in Iran.
"A President who threatens to commit war crimes and kill millions of civilians, profits off the more
Lujan Statement on President Trump's Announcement on Iran War
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Lujan Statement on President Trump's Announcement on Iran War
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Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) issued the following statement on President Trump's announcement on the Iran War:
"President Trump didn't have a plan going into this war, and there's still no credible plan to end it now. The American people did not ask for this conflict, Congress did not authorize it, and th more
Lujan: One Year of President Trump's Tariffs Have Driven Up Costs and Made Life More Expensive for New Mexicans
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Lujan: One Year of President Trump's Tariffs Have Driven Up Costs and Made Life More Expensive for New Mexicans
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Washington, D.C. -U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Committee on Finance, issued the following statement on the one-year anniversary of President Trump's sweeping tariffs that have hurt hardworking New Mexicans and Americans across the country:
"One year a more
Lumber and Knee Recovery Device
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- Two inventors, Ali Parvizi, Tehran, Iran, and Ayat Parvizi, Tehran, Iran, have been awarded a patent (No. US 12594209 B2, initially filed Dec. 30, 2023) for "Lumber and knee recovery device." more
Momentum for EU windfall profits tax must not stall
BOSTON, Massachusetts, April 7 [Category: Energy]-- 350.org, an organization that works to end the age of fossil fuels and build a community-led renewable energy, posted the following news release:
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Momentum for EU windfall profits tax must not stall
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350.org lauded the initiative of economy and finance ministers from Italy, Germany, Spain, Portugal and Austria urging the European Union (EU) to revive windfall taxes on oil and gas companies profiting from the West Asia conflict.
Camp more
Moulton and McGovern Demand CFTC Explain Why It Has Not Acted Against Illegal Offshore War Betting Markets
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Seth Moulton, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Moulton and McGovern Demand CFTC Explain Why It Has Not Acted Against Illegal Offshore War Betting Markets
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SALEM, MA -Today, Reps. Seth Moulton (MA-06) and Jim McGovern (MA-02) sent a letter to Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chairman Michael S. Selig demanding answers on why the agency has failed to take action against offshore prediction market platforms-such as Polymarket-that more
Murphy on Substack: Pay Attention When Your President Promises to Commit War Crimes
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Sen. Christopher Murphy, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
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Murphy on Substack: Pay Attention When Your President Promises to Commit War Crimes
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) this week published a Substack article sounding the alarm on President Trump's threats to wipe out Iran's civilian energy infrastructure. Blasting Trump's failed war of choice, Murphy warns the president's unhinged call for mass war crimes against the Irani more
New York City Bar Association Statement: President Trump threat that "a whole civilization will die tonight"
NEW YORK, April 7 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The New York City Bar Association issued the following statement on President Trump's threat that "a whole civilization will die tonight":
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This morning, following a series of escalating threats amidst the war against Iran, President Donald Trump wrote: "A whole civilization will die tonight, never to be brought back again." At this moment, we must state loudly and clearly that the killing of an entire "civilization" would clearly constitute a genoci more
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news:
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NEWS: Pressley Condemns Trump's Genocidal Threat Against Iran, Demands Immediate Accountability
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Watch Rep. Pressley's Scrum With Reporters Earlier Today
BOSTON - Today, Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07) posted the following statement on social media in response to Trump's genocidal threat against Iran. Congresswoman Pressley voted YES in favor of a War Powers Resolution and has strongly con more
Newsletter: Addressing the President's Threat
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Seth Moulton, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Newsletter: Addressing the President's Threat
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Dear Friends,
I wanted to write to you about the deeply disturbing post made on social media this morning by President Trump, threatening the people of Iran by saying "A whole civilization will die tonight, never to be brought back again."
This is a pivotal, dangerous moment for our country. Let me tell you what I'm doing to address the ranti more
Orthodontic Oral Appliance With Posterior Bite Plate to Ease and Maximize Horizontal Elastic Function of Rubber Bands in Transverse Plane Tooth Movements
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 7 -- An inventor from Tehran, Iran, Arta Hosseinrezaei Mahani has been awarded a design patent (No. US D1121825 S1, initially filed July 29, 2022) for "Orthodontic oral appliance with posterior bite plate to ease and maximize horizontal elastic function of rubber bands in transverse plane tooth movements." more
Professor Samantha Prince presents at Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor School of Law
CARLISLE, Pennsylvania, April 7 -- Pennsylvania State University Dickinson School of Law posted the following news:
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Professor Samantha Prince presents at Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor School of Law
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CARLISLE, PA-Professor Samantha Prince presented at the Corporate & Business Law Journal 's Innovation Forum on her publication by that same journal, " Nest Eggs and Lifelines: The Overlooked Strain of Economic Volatility on 401(k) Participants."
Prince's presentation prim more
Quigley Calls for Trump's Removal Under 25th Amendment
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Mike Quigley, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Quigley Calls for Trump's Removal Under 25th Amendment
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Today, Chicago Congressman Mike Quigley (IL-05) called for Donald Trump's removal from the office of the President, following his post threatening Iran that "a whole civilization will die tonight":
"Every day, Donald Trump commits acts unfit for the office of the President. This morning, he's reached a new level of unhinged-threatening to b more
Ranking Members Schatz, Coons, Schumer, Shaheen, and Reed condemn President Trump's threat against Iranian civilization
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Sen. Brian Schatz, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release:
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Ranking Members Schatz, Coons, Schumer, Shaheen, and Reed condemn President Trump's threat against Iranian civilization
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WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senators Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii), Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Committee Subcommittee on State and Foreign Operations, Chris Coons (D-Del.), Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Committee Subcommittee on Defense, Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y. more
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Sen. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release:
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Reed Condemns Trump's Ominous & Escalating Iran Threat
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PROVIDENCE, RI - After President Donald Trump posted a reckless threat on social media today ominously warning Iran that "a whole civilization will die tonight" unless Iran does "something revolutionarily wonderful," U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI), the top Democrat on the Senate Armed Services Committee, strongly condemned the president's irr more
Rep. Aguilar Visits Inland Empire Snack Food Manufacturer Hurt by Rising Fuel Prices and Tariffs
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Pete Aguilar, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Aguilar Visits Inland Empire Snack Food Manufacturer Hurt by Rising Fuel Prices and Tariffs
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Increasing fuel prices and tariffs on products used in snack packaging have impacted Anita's Mexican Snack Foods
SAN BERNARDINO, CA - Rep. Pete Aguilar (CA-33) visited Anita's Mexican Foods, a local family-owned manufacturer of tortilla chips, taco shells, and rolled chips, which has faced rising more
Rep. Gabe Vasquez Statement on the President's Threats of Mass Casualties in Iran
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Gabriel Vasquez, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Gabe Vasquez Statement on the President's Threats of Mass Casualties in Iran
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - On April 7, 2026, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) released the following statement in response to claims that "a whole civilization will die" in Iran:
"Generations of Americans have made the ultimate sacrifice in conflicts across the globe to establish the United States as the lead more
Rep. Gillen Statement on President Trump's Iran Negotiations Deadline
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Laura Gillen, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Gillen Statement on President Trump's Iran Negotiations Deadline
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ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NY \- Congresswoman Laura Gillen (NY-04) released a statement ahead of President Trump's alleged deadline on negotiations to end the war in Iran:
"While joint US-Israel operations have degraded Iran's military capabilities, the President has yet to provide Congress or the American people with a plan to end t more
REP. HOYLE'S STATEMENT ON PRESIDENT TRUMP'S THREATS TO IRAN
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Val Hoyle, D-Oregon, issued the following news release:
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REP. HOYLE'S STATEMENT ON PRESIDENT TRUMP'S THREATS TO IRAN
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Eugene, OR - Congresswoman Val Hoyle released the following statement in response to President Trump's Truth Social post threatening Iran:
"This is evil. Plain and simple. Pure evil. The President has stated that he plans to commit genocide against more than 100 million civilians and the infrastructure they rely on-the literal definition of more
Rep. McBride Statement on Trump's Threats to Iran
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Sarah McBride, D-Delaware, issued the following news release:
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Rep. McBride Statement on Trump's Threats to Iran
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WILMINGTON, Del. -Congresswoman Sarah McBride (D-Del.) released the following statement in response to President Trump's Truth Social post threatening Iran:
"In a political career defined by grotesque statements, this president's horrifying, illegal, and genocidal threat this morning is among the most dangerous and appalling.
"You can't shou more
Rep. Mullin's Calls For Trump's Removal Following His Iran Statement
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Kevin Mullin, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Mullin's Calls For Trump's Removal Following His Iran Statement
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President Trump's threat to Iran that "a whole civilization will die tonight" is insanity, and calls into serious question his competence and fitness to serve as president.
Trump has made it clear he doesn't care about the staggering costs of the war, which has claimed the lives of U.S. service members and thousands of civil more
Rep. Panetta's Statement on President Trump's Dangerous Comments on Attacking Iran's Civilization
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Jimmy Panetta, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Panetta's Statement on President Trump's Dangerous Comments on Attacking Iran's Civilization
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Monterey, CA - United States Representative Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) issued the following statement in response to President Trump's dangerous comments on attacking Iran's civilization:
"The President's threat to wipe out a 'whole civilization' in Iran is not just dangerous, it reeks of desperatio more
Schakowsky Statement on Trump's Threats to Iran
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Jan Schakowsky, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Schakowsky Statement on Trump's Threats to Iran
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EVANSTON - Today, U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky (IL-09), released the following statement in response to President Trump's Truth Social post threatening Iran:
"Donald Trump's words, 'a whole civilization will die tonight, never to be brought back again,' are more than empty threats. His reckless actions and statements are putting the Americ more
Scott's Statement on Trump's Threat to Kill an Entire Civilization
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Scott's Statement on Trump's Threat to Kill an Entire Civilization
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NEWPORT NEWS, VA - Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03) issued the following statement:
"The president has engaged in activities that experts are describing as war crimes in Iran and other parts of the world over the past few months. Republicans in Congress have refused to rein him in, and earlier today he threatened to obliterat more
Senator Markey Calls for Trump Removal Over Threat to Eradicate "Civilization" in Iran
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Senator Markey Calls for Trump Removal Over Threat to Eradicate "Civilization" in Iran
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Boston (April 7, 2026) - Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) released the following statement calling for the Congress to remove President Donald Trump from office after threatening "a whole civilization will die" if Iran and the United States do not reach a deal to end the war that Trump started.
"Wi more
Sherman Statement on Trump's Threat to "Kill a Whole Civilization"
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Brad Sherman, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Sherman Statement on Trump's Threat to "Kill a Whole Civilization"
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SHERMAN OAKS, CA -Today Congressman Brad Sherman (CA-32) released the following statement responding to President Donald Trump's warning about Iran that "a whole civilization will die tonight, never to be brought back again":
"Trump claimed his war strategy was to win over the Iranian people -now he's threatening their 'entire more
Slotkin Statement on President Trump's Threat of U.S. Military Escalation against Iran
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Sen. Elissa Slotkin, D-Michigan, issued the following news release:
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Slotkin Statement on President Trump's Threat of U.S. Military Escalation against Iran
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin (D-MI), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, released the following statement in response to President Trump's message threatening U.S. military escalation in Iran.
"The President of the United States is taking his threats against the Iranian people more
South Korea - Background & U.S. Relations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10165) on April 6, 2026.
The white paper is written by Asian affairs specialist Mark E. Manyin, foreign affairs analyst Daniel J. Longo and international trade and finance analyst Liana Wong.
Here are excerpts:
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South Korea: Background and U.S. Relations
Overview
South Korea (officially the Republic of Korea, or ROK) is one of the United States' most important strategic more
Statement from Congressman Kennedy on Trump's Threats to Iran as his War of Choice Escalates
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Timothy M. Kennedy, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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Statement from Congressman Kennedy on Trump's Threats to Iran as his War of Choice Escalates
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Congressman Tim Kennedy issued the following statement today following President Trump's latest comments on the war in Iran:
"What the American people are witnessing from Donald Trump is weakness masquerading as strength. Threatening an entire civilization with annihilation, openly discussing the more
Statement from National Press Club President Mark Schoeff Jr. on reports of American journalist Shelly Kittleson's release
WASHINGTON, April 7 [Category: Media] -- The National Press Club posted the following news release:
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Statement from National Press Club President Mark Schoeff Jr. on reports of American journalist Shelly Kittleson's release
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National Press Club President Mark Schoeff Jr. Tuesday issued the following statement on the release today of American journalist Shelly Kittleson by an Iraqi militia aligned with Iran:
"We are relieved to learn that Shelly Kittleson has been released by her capt more
Statement from Representative John W. Mannion
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. John Mannion, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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Statement from Representative John W. Mannion
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SYRACUSE, N.Y. - Representative John W. Mannion (NY-22) today released the following statement:
"Threatening to 'end a civilization' is not strength - it is deranged, unhinged rhetoric that, if acted on, would invite war crimes, mass civilian casualties, and widespread suffering in Iran, the Middle East, and around the world.
I opposed this war fr more
Tonko Calls to Impeach Trump
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. Paul D. Tonko, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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Tonko Calls to Impeach Trump
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AMSTERDAM, NY -Congressman Paul D. Tonko (NY-20) released a statement following the increasingly unhinged threats of violence from President Trump against the people of Iran:
"The President of the United States is publicly threatening to commit genocide.
"This is not hyperbole or wordsmithing, his exact words were "a whole civilization will die tonight, never to more
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- Rep. James Walkinshaw, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Walkinshaw Statement Denouncing Trump's Unhinged Iran Comments
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Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman James R. Walkinshaw (VA-11), a member of the House Oversight and Government Reform and Homeland Security Committees, released the following statement denouncing President Donald Trump's unhinged comments on Iran.
"Unhinged. Out of control. Criminal.
It's past time for Congress to end Trump more
Defending Rights & Dissent Calls for Trump's Impeachment for War Crimes
WASHINGTON, April 6 [Category: Political] -- Defending Rights and Dissent issued the following news:
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Defending Rights & Dissent Calls for Trump's Impeachment for War Crimes
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Over the weekend, President Trump dramatically escalated his rhetoric against Iran, where the U.S. and Israel have been bombing for weeks, killing thousands. Just today the coalition bombed Sharif University of Technology in Tehran, one of Iran's most prestigious academic institutions. In social media posts, Trump more
Kaine to Thune on Iran War: "Call the Senate Back into Session"
WASHINGTON, April 6 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Kaine to Thune on Iran War: "Call the Senate Back into Session"
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine, a member of the Senate Armed Services and Foreign Relations Committees, released the following statement calling on Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) to bring the Senate back into session this week to address the Iran war, following social media posts by President Donald Trump in more
