NEW YORK, June 19 -- Accenture, a global professional services company, presented the following news release on June 18, 2026:
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Accenture Reports Third-Quarter Fiscal 2026 Results
Accenture delivers solid revenues, strong profitability and EPS growth, and robust free cash flow; Company now expects full-year fiscal 2026 revenue growth to be 3% to 4% in local currency, or 4% to 5% excluding an estimated 1% impact from U.S. federal business
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Accenture (NYSE: ACN) reported financial resul more
Accenture to Strengthen Critical Infrastructure Defense With End-to-End Cybersecurity Platform in Age of AI-Driven Cyber Threats and Geopolitical Risk
NEW YORK, June 19 -- Accenture, a global professional services company, presented the following news release:
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Accenture to Strengthen Critical Infrastructure Defense with End-to-End Cybersecurity Platform in Age of AI-Driven Cyber Threats and Geopolitical Risk
Agrees to acquire majority stake in Dragos, a leading platform for operational technology cybersecurity
Agrees to acquire runZero, a leading asset intelligence and exposure assessment company, and NetRise, a leader in device secu more
Adobe Unveils Major Expansion of Creative Agent Across Firefly and Creative Cloud Apps Including Photoshop and Premiere
SAN JOSE, California, June 19 -- Adobe Inc., a computer software company, issued the following news on June 18, 2026:
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Adobe Unveils Major Expansion of Creative Agent Across Firefly and Creative Cloud Apps Including Photoshop and Premiere
* Adobe Firefly advances as a creative AI studio, expanding its agentic capabilities and delivering a unified experience across every stage of creative work from ideation to creation to production
* Adobe is rolling out its creative agent across Premie more
AI in Biology: The 90th CSHL Symposium
COLD SPRING HARBOR, New York, June 19 -- The Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory issued the following news:
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AI in Biology: The 90th CSHL Symposium
Artificial intelligence is well on its way to touching every aspect of our daily lives. While many use it to generate videos, images, and even financial advice, some seek out its most benevolent applications, advancing the science of life and medicine. This was the focus of the 90th Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) Symposium on Quantitative Bio more
Amazon doubles down on expansion of 'Amazon Now', plans to launch over 100 Urban Fulfillment Centers offering 4X more selection delivered in minutes
SEATTLE, Washington, June 19 [Category: BizConsumer Services] -- Amazon issued the following news on June 17, 2026:
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Amazon doubles down on expansion of 'Amazon Now', plans to launch over 100 Urban Fulfillment Centers offering 4X more selection delivered in minutes
Bengaluru, India - Amazon today announced the roll out of more than 100 specialised Urban Fulfillment Centers, marking a significant expansion that will offer four times more selection over thousands of essentials already avai more
Arizona Senate Republicans Advance Arizona Priorities at White House State Leadership Conference With Trump Cabinet Leaders
PHOENIX, Arizona, June 19 -- The Arizona State Senate Republican Caucus issued the following news release:
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Arizona Senate Republicans Advance Arizona Priorities at White House State Leadership Conference with Trump Cabinet Leaders
Arizona Senate Republicans are delivering results for working families, seniors, and small businesses by collaborating directly with White House officials and Cabinet leaders on border security, economic growth, energy independence, healthcare accountability, more
Census Bureau: Business Trends and Outlook Survey Data Release - June 18, 2026
WASHINGTON, June 19 -- The U.S. Census Bureau issued the following tip sheet on June 18, 2026:
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Business Trends and Outlook Survey Data Release -- June 18, 2026
The U.S. Census Bureau today released new data products from the Business Trends and Outlook Survey (BTOS), a survey that measures business conditions and projections on an ongoing basis. The BTOS will continue to collect data complementary to key items found on other economic surveys, such as revenues, employees, hours, and inve more
CompTIA Course Helps Customer Service Teams Work Smarter With AI
DOWNERS GROVE, Illinois, June 19 -- CompTIA posted the following news release:
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CompTIA course helps customer service teams work smarter with AI
CompTIA AI Customer Support Essentials focuses on impactful AI skills that boost performance
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A new course to help customer service teams become more productive with artificial intelligence (AI) tools is available from CompTIA, the leading global provider of vendor-neutral IT training and certifications.
CompTIA AI Customer Support Essential more
Deloitte Recognized as a Leader in the 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for the Third Consecutive Time and Scores Highest in All 6 Use Cases in the Critical Capabilities Report for Cloud ERP Services
NEW YORK, June 19 (TNSrep) -- Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Ltd., a provider of audit, consulting, financial advisory and risk management services, presented the following news:
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Deloitte recognized as a Leader in the 2026 Gartner(R) Magic Quadrant(TM) for the third consecutive time and scores highest in all 6 Use Cases in the Critical Capabilities Report for Cloud ERP Services
Gartner(R), which produces actionable, objective insights for executives and their teams, has recognized Deloitte as more
Donors Commit $24 Million to Advance AI Leadership, Faculty Excellence, and Student Success at RIT
ROCHESTER, New York, June 19 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release:
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Donors commit $24 million to advance AI leadership, faculty excellence, and student success at RIT
Gift establishes endowed directorship for a new AI Institute and expands support for students and faculty
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Rochester Institute of Technology has received a $24 million commitment to advance artificial intelligence leadership, faculty excellence, and student success.
The gift from Board more
FERC Launches Aggressive Targeted Action to Speed Large Load Integration
WASHINGTON, June 19 -- The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued the following news release on June 18, 2026:
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FERC Launches Aggressive Targeted Action to Speed Large Load Integration
Commission orders all six regional grid operators to justify or reform tariffs for data centers and other large energy users, delivering speed-to-power that is critical to supporting the innovation economy and national security while protecting ratepayers.
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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission more
Foundation for Economic Education Posts Commentary: Next Chapter in Transatlantic Tech War
DETROIT, Michigan, June 19 -- The Foundation for Economic Education posted the following commentary by Claudia Ascensao Nunes, president of Ladies of Liberty Alliance-Portugal:
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Europe's Digital Protectionism
The next chapter in the transatlantic tech war.
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When a government grants a monopoly in certain industries, it is protecting itself from competition it cannot control. The cost of that decision always falls on the people who depend on services that become more expensive, slower, more
Gartner HR Research Finds 48% of Candidates Accepted Job Offers in 4Q25
STAMFORD, Connecticut, June 19 (TNSrep) -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following news release:
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Gartner HR Research Finds 48% of Candidates Accepted Job Offers in 4Q25; Down From 85% Two Years Earlier
CHROs Must Rethink Talent Strategy as Hiring, Skills and Candidate Expectations Shift
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Forty-eight percent of job candidates accepted their most recent job offer - a significant decrease from 54% in 4Q24 and 85% in 4Q23, according to a sur more
Gartner Predicts More Than 70% of Mainframe Exit Projects Will Fail Due to Overestimation of Generative AI's Capabilities
STAMFORD, Connecticut, June 19 (TNSrep) -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following news release:
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Gartner Predicts More Than 70% of Mainframe Exit Projects Will Fail Due to Overestimation of Generative AI's Capabilities
By 2030, 75% of Mainframe Exit Vendors Will Pivot or Cease Operations as Market Realities Take Hold
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More than 70% of mainframe exit projects initiated in 2026 will fail to produce the intended benefits due to an overestim more
Georgia Institute of Technology School of Public Policy Internet Governance Project: Defending Cyberspace - Cybersecurity and Frontier AI
ATLANTA, Georgia, June 19 -- The Georgia Institute of Technology School of Public Policy Internet Governance Project issued the following commentary:
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Defending Cyberspace: Cybersecurity and Frontier AI
By Brenden Kuerbis
The intersection of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity has rapidly ascended to the top of the Washington policy agenda. Following the administration's June 2, 2026, Executive Order on AI cybersecurity, the Congressional Internet Caucus recently convened a panel more
Georgia State University Earns National Innovation Award for Transforming Undergraduate Recruitment
ATLANTA, Georgia, June 19 -- Georgia State University issued the following news:
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Georgia State University Earns National Innovation Award for Transforming Undergraduate Recruitment
Georgia State University has received the 2026 Eduventures Innovation Award for Next Generation Recruitment, recognizing the university's leadership in developing a data-informed approach to undergraduate enrollment and student engagement.
The award, presented by Encoura at the Eduventures Summit in Chicago more
Human Rights Watch, 61 Civil Society Groups Demand UK Halt 'Experimental' AI Age Assessment for Asylum-Seeking Children
NEW YORK, June 19 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch posted the following open letter with 61 civil society groups:
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UK: Home Office Should Halt AI Experiment on Children Seeking Asylum
Human Rights Watch joins 61 civil society groups in calling on the UK Home Office to halt its plans to use facial age estimation (FAE) technology to evaluate whether people seeking asylum are under or over 18. This experimental technology poses significant risks to the rights of children and more
IDB Group Approves Uruguay Country Strategy 2026-2030
WASHINGTON, June 19 -- The Inter-American Development Bank issued the following news release:
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IDB Group Approves Uruguay Country Strategy 2026-2030
The Inter-American Development Bank Group (IDB Group) approved the Country Strategy (CS) for Uruguay for 2026-2030, a plan developed jointly with the Government of Uruguay that envisages investments of US$4.2 billion and seeks to consolidate the country as a hub for innovation and a benchmark for security, building on its stability and insti more
Ill. State Treasurer: State Among Founding Partners of New Consortium to Expand Participation in 529 Education Savings Plans
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, June 19 -- The Illinois State Treasurer issued the following news on June 18, 2026:
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Illinois Among Founding Partners of New Consortium to Expand Participation in 529 Education Savings Plans
State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Proposed the Idea While Serving as President of National Association of State Treasurers
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Chicago, IL -- Today, these founding institutions announce the formation of the National Consortium on Education Savings Research (529 Consortium), a mu more
Innovation in Asset Management Pivots to 'Operational Alpha'
NEW YORK, June 19 (TNSrpt) -- Citi, a banking partner for institutions with cross-border needs and wealth management and a personal bank, issued the following news release on June 18, 2026:
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Innovation in Asset Management Pivots to 'Operational Alpha'
Citi and CREATE-Research Report
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* A new Citi and CREATE-Research report reveals a strategic pivot in asset management innovation, with firms now prioritizing operational excellence and process transformation
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International Myeloma Foundation's Black Swan Research Initiative Presents Data and Results of Phase 2 ASCENT Cure Trial at EHA 2026 Congress
NORTH HOLLYWOOD, California, June 19 -- The International Myeloma Foundation issued the following news:
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International Myeloma Foundation's Black Swan Research Initiative Presents Data and Results of Phase 2 ASCENT Cure Trial at EHA 2026 Congress
Quadruplet Dara-KRd combination demonstrates high rates of response in high-risk smoldering myeloma patients similar to that observed in NDMM; MRD negativity maintained in nearly two-thirds of patients, with median follow up of more than 4 years more
Massachusetts Biotechnology Council CEO Issues Innovation Policy Update on June 18, 2026
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, June 19 [Category: Biology] -- The Massachusetts Biotechnology Council issued the following statement on June 18, 2026 by CEO Kendalle Burlin O'Connell:
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CEO Innovation Policy Update 06.18.26
As the industry heads to San Diego for BIO26 next week, plenty is happening back in Washington that will shape the ecosystem our members are building. A few things worth knowing before everyone's wheels are up.
CMS Moves to Make Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Permanent: O more
Misericordia University Faculty Member Presents Research at International Business History Conference in London
DALLAS, Pennsylvania, June 19 -- Misericordia University issued the following news:
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Misericordia University Faculty Member Presents Research at International Business History Conference in London
Presentation Highlights Global Research in Business History and Economic Development
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Jennifer M. Black, PhD, Professor and Chair of History at Misericordia University, recently contributed to international scholarship in her field by presenting original research at the 2026 Annual Meeting more
Nanobubbles for Algae Cleanup: Q&A With NJIT Researcher Wen Zhang
NEWARK, New Jersey, June 19 -- The New Jersey Institute of Technology issued the following Q&A on June 18, 2026, involving Wen Zhang, professor of civil and environmental engineering:
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Nanobubbles for Algae Cleanup: Q&A With NJIT Researcher Wen Zhang
Written by: Mindy Weisberger
One of the most powerful environmental cleaning technologies in recent years is too small to see with the naked eye. Nanobubbles - tiny gaseous bubbles with diameters of around 100 nanometers - can clean up a r more
NASA Testing Advanced Capabilities for Moon, Mars Rovers
PASADENA, California, June 19 (TNSres) -- NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory issued the following news:
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NASA Testing Advanced Capabilities for Moon, Mars Rovers
A prototype rover built with a new design for tackling rugged terrain is helping teams refine capabilities that could one day be used on future lunar and Red Planet missions.
On a bleak stretch of the Colorado Desert in Southern California, a compact four-wheeled rover recently trundled about 16 miles (26 kilometers) with minimal i more
Newmark J-School Welcomes Ken Auletta and Shuwei Fang as Senior Fellows
NEW YORK, June 19 -- The City University of New York Graduate School of Journalism issued the following news:
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Newmark J-School Welcomes Ken Auletta and Shuwei Fang as Senior Fellows
The Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY is pleased to welcome Ken Auletta and Shuwei Fang as Senior Fellows.
Senior Fellows are accomplished leaders from journalism, media, technology, and related fields who share their expertise with the Newmark J-School community through teaching, mentorsh more
Public Knowledge Warns NO FAKES Act Risks Enabling Misuse of Individuals' Likenesses
WASHINGTON, June 19 [Category: Media] -- Public Knowledge posted the following news release on June 18, 2026:
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Public Knowledge Warns NO FAKES Act Risks Enabling Misuse of Individuals' Likenesses
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Today, the Senate Judiciary Committee marked up the "Nurture Originals, Foster Art, and Keep Entertainment Safe (NO FAKES) Act." The bill as proposed would create a broad right of publicity that would address the problem of digital impersonation by prohibiting most unauthorized uses of anothe more
QS ranks MIT the world's No. 1 university for 2026-27
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, June 19 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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QS ranks MIT the world's No. 1 university for 2026-27
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MIT has again been named the world's top university by the QS World University Rankings, which were announced today. This is the 15th year in a row MIT has received this distinction.
The full 2027 edition of the rankings -published by Quacquarelli Symonds, an organization specializing in education and study abroad -can be fo more
Sanders Introduces Legislation to Create $7 Trillion AI Sovereign Wealth Fund
WASHINGTON, June 19 -- Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vermont, issued the following news release on June 18, 2026:
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Sanders Introduces Legislation to Create $7 Trillion AI Sovereign Wealth Fund
This Bill Would Give the American People, Not Oligarchs, Control Over the Future of AI
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Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) today introduced the American AI Sovereign Wealth Fund Act to give the public a 50% ownership in the largest artificial intelligence (AI) companies in our country.
"Left unchecked, Artif more
SAS Named to Forbes Accessibility 200 List
CARY, North Carolina, June 19 -- SAS Institute, a business analytics software and services provider, issued the following news release:
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SAS named to Forbes Accessibility 200 list
Forbes recognizes SAS' commitment to inclusive innovation and accessibility leadership
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SAS has been named to the Forbes Accessibility 200 list, which recognizes global organizations driving innovation and impact in accessibility. The recognition highlights the work across SAS to create more inclusive produ more
Senator Moody Advances NO FAKES Act Out of Committee to Protect Americans From Deceptive AI
WASHINGTON, June 19 -- Sen. Ashley Brooke Moody, R-Florida, issued the following news release on June 18, 2026:
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Senator Moody Advances NO FAKES Act Out of Committee to Protect Americans from Deceptive AI
Senator Ashley Moody applauded the Senate Judiciary Committee's passage of the NO FAKES Act, legislation she cosponsored to protect Americans from having their voice and image stolen and used in unauthorized AI generated digital replicas, commonly known as deepfakes.
"No one should hav more
SUNY Poly and Industry Partner Xallent to Develop Advanced Semiconductor Inspection Platform
ALBANY, New York, June 19 -- The State University of New York Polytechnic Institute posted the following news:
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SUNY Poly and Industry Partner Xallent to Develop Advanced Semiconductor Inspection Platform
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SUNY Polytechnic Institute's (SUNY Poly) Applied Electromagnetics and RF Circuits (AE&RFC) Research Center, led by Dean of the College of Engineering Dr. Abdullah Eroglu as principal investigator, is working on a groundbreaking semiconductor inspection technology designed to improve more
Temple graduate Lauren Morris makes history with first-place finish at national Hearst Journalism Awards
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, June 19 -- Temple University posted the following news:
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Temple graduate Lauren Morris makes history with first-place finish at national Hearst Journalism Awards
For Lauren Morris, KLN '26, the moment still feels surreal.
Just weeks after graduating from Temple University's Klein College of Media and Communication, Morris traveled to San Francisco to compete against some of the nation's top student journalists in the 66th annual Hearst Journalism Awards Prog more
WPP Enterprise Solutions Signs Strategic Collaboration Agreement with AWS to Operationalize Agentic AI for Leading Brands
SEATTLE, Washington, June 19 [Category: BizConsumer Services] -- Amazon issued the following news:
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WPP Enterprise Solutions Signs Strategic Collaboration Agreement with AWS to Operationalize Agentic AI for Leading Brands
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New York - WPP Enterprise Solutions, the global business transformation operating unit of WPP, today announced it has signed a multi-year Strategic Collaboration Agreement (SCA) with Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS). The agreement accelerates how enterprise brands clo more
'Double the damage': Warming climate reduces milk quality and quantity
ITHACA, New York, June 18 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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'Double the damage': Warming climate reduces milk quality and quantity
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Heat stress on dairy cows impacts more than just the quantity of milk produced - warming temperatures also reduce the fat and protein content of the milk, new research finds.
The study, accepted and published online May 29 in Environmental Research Letters, identifies a new impact of climate change on milk production, with researchers fin more
130+ Groups Ask Congress to Reject AI Preemption Bill
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, June 18 [Category: Sociological] -- Demand Progress issued the following news release:
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130+ Groups Ask Congress to Reject AI Preemption Bill
Unions, Consumer Advocates & Civil Society Groups Warn that Obernolte-Trahan Bill Would Kill State AI Enforcement
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On Thursday, Demand Progress and 130+ civil society groups sent a letter asking Republican and Democratic congressional leaders to reject legislation that would effectively kill state AI safeguards. The le more
62% of Americans Have Encountered Financial Fraud, CFP Board Research Finds Most Are Not Prepared
WASHINGTON, June 18 (TNSrpt) -- The Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards issued the following news release:
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62% of Americans Have Encountered Financial Fraud, CFP Board Research Finds Most Are Not Prepared
New Study Reveals a Widening Gap Between Fraud Awareness and Preparedness -- and the Trusted Guidance That Can Close It
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Financial fraud is no longer a distant risk but a near-certainty for most Americans. CFP Board's latest research, "Don't Fall for It: Guarding Against more
AI Archival Protocol: Shared Statement of Practice
HAMILTON, New York, June 18 -- Colgate University posted the following news:
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AI Archival Protocol: Shared Statement of Practice
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The Colgate University Libraries have joined an inaugural cohort of 19 university libraries in signing a Statement of Shared Practice on AI and Archives. The framework guides how libraries evaluate requests from AI companies seeking access to archival and special collections for model training. Colgate is the first liberal arts institution to join the cohort more
Airman develops innovative training platform to enhance readiness
HANSCOM AFB, Massachusetts, June 18 -- The U.S. Air Force Hanscom Air Force Base issued the following news:
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Airman develops innovative training platform to enhance readiness
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HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. - When Staff Sgt. Chad Stricker developed an idea to improve patient care training, it was not to compete in an Air Force innovation contest.
Instead, the 66th Medical Squadron noncommissioned officer in charge of education and training was focused on improving the way Tactical Co more
American Medical Association Issues Statement on Senate Passage of NO FAKES Act
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 18 [Category: Medical] -- The American Medical Association issued the following statement by CEO John Whyte on the Senate passage of the NO FAKES Act:
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"The NO FAKES Act is the real deal-an important step toward ensuring that innovation serves people, not those seeking to deceive them. Artificial intelligence has tremendous potential to improve healthcare, but we are already seeing bad actors use AI-generated content to impersonate trusted voices, spread misinforma more
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Americans for Tax Reform posted the following commentary by Dennis Hull:
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Arizona Republicans Deliver $1.45 Billion Tax Cut
The GOP-controlled Arizona legislature overcame months of pitched resistance and multiple vetoes from Democrat Governor Katie Hobbs, delivering a nine-figure tax cut and spending restraint that gives families and businesses needed relief.
After successful negotiations led by Speaker Steve Montenegro, Senate President Warren Peterson, and Sena more
Americans for Tax Reform: Virginia's Data Center "Tax Break" Isn't a Tax Break at All - It's Sound Tax Policy
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Americans for Tax Reform posted the following commentary by Jack Baum:
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Virginia's Data Center "Tax Break" Isn't a Tax Break at All - It's Sound Tax Policy
As Virginia Democrats spar over whether to impose the sales and use tax on data center equipment, opponents routinely describe the current policy as a "tax break," "subsidy," or "corporate giveaway." But that framing misunderstands a basic principle of sound tax policy: sales taxes should apply to consumption, n more
Applying the DMA to Generative AI Would Create a Dangerous 'Taxonomy Trap' Study Warns, Urging Regulators To Use Traditional Competition Law Instead
WASHINGTON, June 18 [Category: Computer Technology] -- The Computer and Communications Industry Association issued the following news release:
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Applying the DMA to Generative AI Would Create a Dangerous 'Taxonomy Trap' Study Warns, Urging Regulators To Use Traditional Competition Law Instead
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Brussels, BELGIUM - The EU should address potential competition concerns in generative-AI markets through existing ex-post competition law, rather than forcing AI into the Digital Markets Act's (D more
Australian Banking Association Report Highlights Banking Sector's Role as Critical National Infrastructure
WASHINGTON, June 18 (TNSLrpt) -- The essential infrastructure: How Australian banks power the economy - A report from Australian Banking Association, Sydney - June 2026 (44 pages)
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The Australian Banking Association issued a report examining the banking sector's role as essential national infrastructure and assessing the importance of maintaining a secure, resilient, and modern financial system. The report explores how banks support economic activity, facilitate payments, protect savings, more
Baptist Memorial Health Care creates new position to lead AI and digital innovation
MEMPHIS, Tennessee, June 18 [Category: BizBizHospital] -- Baptist Memorial Health Care posted the following news release:
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Baptist Memorial Health Care creates new position to lead AI and digital innovation
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Baptist Memorial Health Care has hired Debbie Sweet as the system director of digital solutions and innovation, a new role for the 25-hospital health care system headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee.
This position oversees the implementation and integration of innovative digital more
Base leaders, local officials strengthen partnerships
HANSCOM AFB, Massachusetts, June 18 -- The U.S. Air Force Hanscom Air Force Base issued the following news:
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Base leaders, local officials strengthen partnerships
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HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. - Base leaders met with state officials and technology experts here June 15 to discuss partnerships supporting military missions across Massachusetts, including at Hanscom AFB.
The 90-minute meeting served as an opportunity for more than 20 representatives from acquisition directorates, the 66t more
Bipartisan Members of Congress Seek Transparency on Frontier AI Export Controls
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Rep. Sam Liccardo, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Bipartisan Members of Congress Seek Transparency on Frontier AI Export Controls
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressmembers Sam Liccardo (D-CA) and Congressman Jay Obernolte (R-CA), Ted Lieu (D-CA), and Scott Franklin (R-FL) requested the Department of Commerce provide greater transparency regarding its June 12 decision (link is external) to impose export controls on Anthropic's Claude Mythos 5 a more
Blackburn, Coons Bipartisan Bill to Protect Individuals and Creators from Deepfakes Passes Senate Judiciary Committee
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tennessee, issued the following news release:
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Blackburn, Coons Bipartisan Bill to Protect Individuals and Creators from Deepfakes Passes Senate Judiciary Committee
Today, U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Chris Coons (D-Del.) released the following statements after their bipartisan Nurture Originals, Foster Art, and Keep Entertainment Safe (NO FAKES) Act advanced unanimously out of the Senate Judiciary Committee. This legislatio more
Bryant University: Physics reimagined in the age of AI
SMITHFIELD, Rhode Island, June 18 -- Bryant University issued the following news:
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Physics reimagined in the age of AI
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It's an early morning in Room 236 of the Quinlan/Brown Academic Innovation Center and classmates Brandyn Durand '26, Olivia Morrill '27, and Lily Kimball '27 are discussing velocity, kinetic energy, and the values they're solving for in their physics problem. Together, they draw visuals on a whiteboard, talk through what they do and do not understand, and snap picture more
Building partnerships for impactful human trafficking data
DALLAS, Texas, June 18 -- Southern Methodist University posted the following news:
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Building partnerships for impactful human trafficking data
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More than 150 anti-trafficking leaders gathered at the 2026 SMU Human Trafficking Data Conference with a shared goal: making data more accurate, accessible and actionable.
Supported by champion sponsor Collaborosity, the two-day conference brought together researchers, practitioners, law enforcement and governmental officials, nonprofit and f more
Calix Ranks 4.5 of 5 on Newsweek Greatest Workplaces in Tech
SAN JOSE, California, June 18 [Category: BizTelecommunications] -- Calix, a communications service providers, issued the following news release:
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Calix Ranks 4.5 of 5 on Newsweek Greatest Workplaces in Tech
Today, Calix, Inc. (NYSE: CALX) announced it has received 4.5 out of 5 stars in Newsweek's annual "Greatest Workplaces in Tech" list, which ranks companies based on leadership, fair compensation, and work-life balance-with particular consideration made of teams who incorporate respons more
CATF announces Steering Committee to guide global fusion materials database MatDB4Fusion
BOSTON, Massachusetts, June 18 [Category: Environment] -- Clean Air Task Force, an organization that says it works to safeguard against the impacts of climate change by catalyzing the development and deployment of low-carbon energy and other climate-protecting technologies, issued the following news:
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CATF announces Steering Committee to guide global fusion materials database MatDB4Fusion
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Clean Air Task Force (CATF) today announced the formation of the Steering Committee for the Inter more
Cedarville University: Students Create AI Dating App
CEDARVILLE, Ohio, June 18 -- Cedarville University posted the following news:
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Students Create AI Dating App
By Charis Marshal, Student Public Relations Writer
As online dating continues to shape modern relationships, two Cedarville University students are challenging the swipe-based model with a new, AI-powered platform designed to foster deeper, more intentional connections.
Andrew Bruckart, a freshman electrical engineering student from Xenia, Ohio, and Jonathan Ellington, a fresh more
CNBC Mad Money Features SLB CEO on Driving Digital and AI Adoption in Energy
HOUSTON, Texas, June 18 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Schlumberger dba SLB issued the following news release:
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CNBC Mad Money Features SLB CEO on Driving Digital and AI Adoption in Energy
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Reinforces priorities from SLB's Digital Investor Day on scaling digital and AI across operations
SLB CEO Olivier Le Peuch joined CNBC's Mad Money to discuss how the company is driving adoption of digital and AI technologies across energy operations, with a focus on improving performance and efficiency f more
Cramer, Kim Introduce Legislation to Ensure American Export Security
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sen. Kevin Cramer, R-North Dakota, issued the following news release:
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Cramer, Kim Introduce Legislation to Ensure American Export Security
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American competitiveness in the artificial intelligence (AI) arms race is at the forefront of national security policy discussions as well as top of mind for investors across industries. The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) is at the center of it all, quietly shaping American exports. Housed at the Department of Commerc more
Defense Health Agency outlines Joint Force blood therapy strategy at national forum
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, June 18 -- The Defense Health Agency issued the following news:
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Defense Health Agency outlines Joint Force blood therapy strategy at national forum
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Medical logistics and prolonged field care in austere environments present significant challenges for the military health system. To address potential Large-Scale Combat Operations in remote locations across the globe, Defense Health Agency experts presented a strategy update for novel blood replacement therapies d more
Entry-Level Work Remains Essential: 94% of HR Leaders Expect AI to Create New Entry-Level Roles, Pearson and Cognizant Study Reveals
HOBOKEN, New Jersey, June 18 [Category: BizEducation] -- Pearson Education issued the following news release:
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Entry-Level Work Remains Essential: 94% of HR Leaders Expect AI to Create New Entry-Level Roles, Pearson and Cognizant Study Reveals
Pearson and Cognizant joint study finds 6 in 10 HR leaders admit L&D programs are failing to keep pace as AI rapidly reshapes entry-level roles
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Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L) and Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) today revealed new findings from their joint s more
Ericsson Report Projects 5G to Dominate Global Mobile Traffic by 2031
WASHINGTON, June 18 (TNSLrpt) -- Ericsson Mobility Report - A report from Ericsson, Stockholm, Sweden - June 2026 (36 pages)
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Ericsson issued a report examining global mobile network trends, connectivity growth, and the evolving role of advanced wireless technologies in the digital economy. The report analyzes developments in 5G deployment, mobile subscriptions, network traffic, fixed wireless access, and emerging artificial intelligence-driven applications. It assesses how telecommunicat more
FAMU Professor Named Fulbright U.S. Scholar, Will Research AI in Psychology at Czech University
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, June 18 -- Florida A&M University, a component of the public university system in Florida, posted the following news:
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FAMU Professor Named Fulbright U.S. Scholar, Will Research AI in Psychology at Czech University
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -Florida A&M University (FAMU) psychology professor Huijun Li, Ph.D., has been named a 2026-2027 Fulbright U.S. Scholar, one of the most competitive and prestigious academic exchange designations in the United States.
The Fulbright U more
Harshbarger, Mullin Introduce Legislation to Deploy AI for a Smarter, More Efficient Power Grid
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Rep. Diana Harshbarger, R-Tennessee, issued the following news release:
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Harshbarger, Mullin Introduce Legislation to Deploy AI for a Smarter, More Efficient Power Grid
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Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger (R-TN) and Congressman Kevin Mullin (D-CA) today introduced the Affordable Innovation for the Grid Act, bipartisan legislation that would direct the Secretary of Energy to assess how Artificial Intelligence (AI) and High-Performance Computing (HPC) technologies can more
INTA Releases Think Tank Report Finding AI, Client Pressure, and New Business Models Are Reshaping the Future of IP Law Firms
NEW YORK, June 18 (TNSrep) -- The International Trademark Association issued the following news release on June 17, 2026:
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INTA Releases Think Tank Report Finding AI, Client Pressure, and New Business Models Are Reshaping the Future of IP Law Firms
The International Trademark Association (INTA) today released its IP Law Firms of the Future Think Tank Report, an updated global study examining how multiple factors, including artificial intelligence (AI), shifting client expectations, alter more
International Organization of Securities Commissions Report Finds SupTech Becoming Core Supervisory Function
WASHINGTON, June 18 (TNSLrpt) -- SupTech: Mapping the Use of Technology in Financial Supervision - A report from International Organization of Securities Commissions, Madrid, Spain - June 2026 (25 pages)
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The International Organization of Securities Commissions issued a report examining the adoption of supervisory technology, or SupTech, among securities regulators worldwide and assessing how technology is transforming financial supervision. Based on responses from 49 authorities represen more
INTERPOL Report Identifies Rising Cybercrime Threats Across Asia and South Pacific
WASHINGTON, June 18 (TNSLrpt) -- INTERPOL ASIA AND SOUTH PACIFIC CYBER THREAT ASSESSMENT - A report from INTERPOL, Lyon, France - June 2026 (32 pages)
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INTERPOL issued a report assessing the cyber threat landscape across Asia and the South Pacific during 2025 and early 2026, highlighting the rapid evolution of cybercrime and its growing impact on governments, businesses, and individuals. The report analyzes trends in ransomware, phishing, business email compromise, online scams, malware, more
John Carroll Welcomes Communications Leaders from Georgetown, Marquette, Holy Cross, and Jesuit Universities Nationwide for Marketing and Communications Summit
UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS, Ohio, June 18 -- John Carroll University posted the following news:
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John Carroll Welcomes Communications Leaders from Georgetown, Marquette, Holy Cross, and Jesuit Universities Nationwide for Marketing and Communications Summit
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From June 8 through June 11, John Carroll University welcomed marketing and communications leaders from seventeen Jesuit colleges and universities across the country for the annual Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities (AJCU) Mark more
Lawmakers Introduce Legislation to Deploy AI for More Efficient Power Grid
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Rep. Kevin Mullin, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Lawmakers Introduce Legislation to Deploy AI for More Efficient Power Grid
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Congressman Kevin Mullin (D-CA) and Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger (R-TN) today introduced the Affordable Innovation for the Grid Act, bipartisan legislation that would direct the Secretary of Energy to assess how Artificial Intelligence (AI) and High-Performance Computing (HPC) technologies can strengthen the capacity, more
Local Students Participate in UAPB's AgDiscovery Camp
PINE BLUFF, Arkansas, June 18 -- The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff posted the following news:
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Local Students Participate in UAPB's AgDiscovery Camp
The School of Agriculture, Fisheries and Human Sciences (SAFHS) hosted its annual AgDiscovery Camp, June 8-12 on the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff campus. The camp served local students from surrounding school districts and the Boys & Girls Club of Pine Bluff.
Throughout the week, participants engaged in hands-on activities, more
Mount Sinai to Lead Aspen Discussions on Youth Mental Health, and Healthspan Science and Practice
NEW YORK, June 18 [Category: BizHospital] -- Mount Sinai Health System posted the following news release:
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Mount Sinai to Lead Aspen Discussions on Youth Mental Health, and Healthspan Science and Practice
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Mount Sinai Health System experts will lead discussions on innovative community-based approaches to youth mental health and emerging scientific advances that are transforming how we understand healthy aging and healthspan at the 2026 Aspen Ideas: Health and Aspen Ideas Festival.
The more
MSU-led horticulture mechanization study to streamline inventory for growers
STARKVILLE, Mississippi, June 18 -- Mississippi State University posted the following news:
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MSU-led horticulture mechanization study to streamline inventory for growers
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Growing high-demand ornamentals and specialty crops is a time and labor-intensive profession requiring constant monitoring of inventory and health, while also handling routine maintenance. A Mississippi State scientist is looking to the sky for solutions to these ground-level tasks.
Patricia Knight, director of coa more
National Association of Broadcasters Issues Statement on Committee Markup, Passage of NO FAKES Act
WASHINGTON, June 18 [Category: Media] -- The National Association of Broadcasters posted the following statement by President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt on the Senate Judiciary Committee markup and passage of the NO FAKES Act:
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"NAB applauds the Senate Judiciary Committee for advancing the bipartisan NO FAKES Act. Local broadcasters work every day to earn the trust of their communities, and unauthorized AI-generated replicas undermine that trust by enabling deception and the misuse of voices a more
NetChoice Opposes NO FAKES Act Markup, Amendments Needed to Protect Free Expression and American Innovation
WASHINGTON, June 18 [Category: Business] -- NetChoice, a coalition of trade associations that says it makes the internet safe for free enterprise and expression, posted the following news release:
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NetChoice Opposes NO FAKES Act Markup, Amendments Needed to Protect Free Expression and American Innovation
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Today, the Senate Judiciary Committee is scheduled to move forward with a markup of the NO FAKES Act. While NetChoice shares the goal of protecting Americans from the very real harms more
New Pearson and AWS Research: 88% of Saudi Higher Education Leaders Say AI Investment Is Improving AI-Readiness for Graduates
HOBOKEN, New Jersey, June 18 [Category: BizEducation] -- Pearson Education issued the following news release:
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New Pearson and AWS Research: 88% of Saudi Higher Education Leaders Say AI Investment Is Improving AI-Readiness for Graduates
Saudi Arabia's strong institutional investment and employer engagement to turn AI access into applied workplace capability
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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia -June 18, 2026 - Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L), the world's lifelong learning company, and Amazon Web Services, more
Northwestern Medicine Collaborates with Vizlitics to Advance Cancer Clinical Trial Recruitment and Real-World Data
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 18 [Category: BizHospital] -- Northwestern Medicine issued the following news release:
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Northwestern Medicine Collaborates with Vizlitics to Advance Cancer Clinical Trial Recruitment and Real-World Data
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Northwestern Medicine, Chicago's premier integrated academic health system, today announced a collaboration with Vizlitics, a healthcare artificial intelligence company, to deploy the next-generation AI tools for cancer clinical trial recruitment and real-world more
Northwestern Medicine Collaborates with Vizlitics to Advance Cancer Clinical Trial Recruitment and Real-World Data
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 18 -- Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine issued the following news:
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Northwestern Medicine Collaborates with Vizlitics to Advance Cancer Clinical Trial Recruitment and Real-World Data
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Northwestern Medicine, Chicago's premier integrated academic health system, today announced a collaboration with Vizlitics, a healthcare artificial intelligence company, to deploy the next-generation AI tools for cancer clinical trial recruitment and real-world da more
NPS Celebrates 400+ New Graduates During Spring Quarter Commencement
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- The Naval Postgraduate School posted the following news:
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NPS Celebrates 400+ New Graduates During Spring Quarter Commencement
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MONTEREY, Calif. - The Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) celebrated the achievements of its 2026 Spring Quarter graduating class during a commencement ceremony in King Hall, June 18, recognizing more than 400 U.S. and allied military officers and government civilians prepared to excel in the fleet and force through advanced education and r more
One NZ Future-Proofs Its Oracle Estate and Accelerates AI Innovation with Rimini Street
PLEASANTON, California, June 18 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Rimini Street, a provider of independent enterprise software support services, issued the following news release:
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One NZ Future-Proofs Its Oracle Estate and Accelerates AI Innovation with Rimini Street
New Zealand's leading digital services and connectivity provider partners with Rimini Street to stabilize mission-critical Oracle systems, solve complex interoperability challenges and fund AI transformation
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LAS V more
Reps. Subramanyam, Obernolte, Foushee Introduce Legislation to Create First-of-its-Kind Data Center Energy Measurement Standards
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Rep. Suhas Subramanyam, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Reps. Subramanyam, Obernolte, Foushee Introduce Legislation to Create First-of-its-Kind Data Center Energy Measurement Standards
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WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Representatives Suhas Subramanyam (D-VA), Jay Obernolte (R-CA), and Valerie Foushee (D-NC) have introduced the Data Infrastructure Energy Measurement and Standards Act that would create standardized energy measurements for data centers.
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Scientists invent 'transient thermal barcodes' to improve plastic recycling
BUFFALO, New York, June 18 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) posted the following news release:
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Scientists invent 'transient thermal barcodes' to improve plastic recycling
Heat-based signatures rapidly distinguish between common commercial plastics; could help address global pollution
By Cory Nealon
BUFFALO, N.Y. -Barcode readers excel at quickly identifying groceries and other products. Could a similar idea work at industrial recycling facilities to make sor more
Security Industry Association Announces Program for 2026 AcceleRISE Conference
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, June 18 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Security Industry Association posted the following news release:
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Security Industry Association Announces Program for 2026 AcceleRISE Conference
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Hosted by SIA's RISE community and created for young leaders in the security industry, this fun, enriching event will take place Aug. 3-5 in San Diego.
SILVER SPRING, Md.-The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the schedule and program for the 2026 AcceleRISE c more
Sen. Blunt Rochester Questions Experts on AI in K-12 Education
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sen. Lisa Blunt Rochester, D-Delaware, issued the following news release on June 16, 2026:
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Ranking Member Blunt Rochester Questions Experts on AI in K-12 Education
U.S. Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.), Ranking Member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee's Subcommittee on Education and the American Family, today led her fellow Democrats at a hearing titled "The Future of K-12 Education in the Age of Artificial Intelligence." She disc more
Senate Aging Committee Chairman Scott Exposes Communist China's Agenda to Harm Older Americans
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, chairman of the Senate Special Committee on Aging, issued the following news release on June 17, 2026:
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Chairman Rick Scott Exposes Communist China's Agenda to Harm Older Americans
Today, Chairman Rick Scott led a hearing entitled "Counting the Cost: Communist China's Toll on Older Americans' Health, Finances, and Security" to expose how the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) deliberately targets and harms older Americans. Specifically, the h more
Senators Markey, Schatz, Introduce Legislation to Halt Automating Workplace Decisions, Worker Surveillance
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Senators Markey, Schatz, Introduce Legislation to Halt Automating Workplace Decisions, Worker Surveillance
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Senators Markey and Schatz Introduce No Robot Bosses Act (PDF)
Senators Markey, Schatz, and Booker Introduce Stop Spying Bosses Act (PDF)
Washington (June 18, 2026) - Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), top Democrat on the Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Subcommittee on P more
SLB: Inside the Future of Production Operations
HOUSTON, Texas, June 18 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Schlumberger dba SLB issued the following news release:
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Inside the Future of Production Operations
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The Intelligent Production Studio brings AI, automation and connected production systems together in a real-world operating environment
The energy industry is exploring new ways to improve production performance, strengthen operational reliability and address workforce constraints across increasingly complex assets. As organizations pur more
Tuberville Warns of Threats the CCP Poses to American Seniors
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sen. Tommy Tuberville, R-Alabama, issued the following news release:
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Tuberville Warns of Threats the CCP Poses to American Seniors
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) spoke with Commissioners of the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission Joshua Hodges, Leland Miller, Reva Price, and Chris Slevin during a Senate Special Committee on Aging hearing. During the hearing, Sen. Tuberville spoke with the witnesses about the threat China poses more
University of California-San Diego Q&A Examines How Paramount Warner Bros Merger Could Affect Media Consumers, Workers
LA JOLLA, California, June 18 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following Q&A involving associate professor of communication Shawna Kidman:
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The Paramount Problem With Hollywood's Next Big Merger
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Should one family control such a vast share of media production and distribution? For UC San Diego associate professor of communication Shawna Kidman, the answer is clear. A scholar of media industries who has closely studied the proposed Paramount-Warner Bros. merge more
University of Phoenix: Blackboard Catalyst Award Winner
PHOENIX, Arizona, June 18 -- The University of Phoenix issued the following news release:
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Blackboard Catalyst Award Winner
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Recognition highlights University's academic AI pillars, responsible-use guidance and LMS-enabled learning experiences designed to help students build AI literacy
University of Phoenix has been recognized as a winner of the 2026 Blackboard Catalyst Award for Ethical AI Leadership, honoring the institution's work to advance responsible, innovative, transparent, more
University of Texas-Arlington: REP - Investigating asthma's home triggers
ARLINGTON, Texas, June 18 -- The University of Texas Arlington campus issued the following news release:
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REP: Investigating asthma's home triggers
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The University of Texas at Arlington has awarded funding to research teams to launch new investigative projects. The Research Enhancement Program (REP), administered by UTA's Office of Vice President for Research and Innovation, offers seed funding to investigators to help them test new ideas and explore new directions that could lead to f more
UNM biology faculty hosted the fifth consecutive neuroscience workshop
ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, June 18 -- The University of New Mexico posted the following news:
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UNM biology faculty hosted the fifth consecutive neuroscience workshop
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For the fifth consecutive year, University of New Mexico Biology Professor Mubarak Hussain Syed, also known as the FlyGuy, together with Matthew Clark, assistant professor of biology at Bucknell University; Veronica Evans, associate professor of biology at San Juan College; Maciah Shendo; and community partners Pueblo Brain more
Virginia's Residential Electric Rates Will Increase Under RGGI
WASHINGTON, June 18 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary:
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Virginia's Residential Electric Rates Will Increase Under RGGI
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Key Takeaways
1 Virginians will be paying more for their electricity under a regional "cap and trade" program, the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, which Governor Abigail Spanberger has re-entered with other states that share some of the highest electricity prices in the country.
2 An estimated $13 per month more
Welch Calls for Support to Advance Bipartisan "NO FAKES Act" in Judiciary Committee Markup
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vermont, issued the following news release:
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Welch Calls for Support to Advance Bipartisan "NO FAKES Act" in Judiciary Committee Markup
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Bipartisan legislation would address the use of non-consensual digital replications in audiovisual works or sound recordings
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Peter Welc h (D-Vt.), a member of the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property, today expressed support for the advancement of the Nurtur more
Air Force advances future of air superiority with CCA contracts
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- The U.S. Air Force issued the following news:
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Air Force advances future of air superiority with CCA contracts
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ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) - The Department of the Air Force awarded several contracts for the Collaborative Combat Aircraft program, including Increment 1 air vehicles as well as mission autonomy software, in a push to rapidly field advanced combat capabilities.
These distinct efforts validate acquisition transformation principles to secure a critical op more
Common Sense Media and Aura Parents Release 'Summer Survival Guide' for Families
SAN FRANCISCO, California, June 17 -- Common Sense Media issued the following news release on June 16, 2026 with Aura Parents:
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Common Sense Media and Aura Parents Release "Summer Survival Guide" for Families
New resource offers practical tips to keep kids engaged during summer break
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Common Sense Media and Aura Parents today released their Summer Survival Guide, giving families eight weeks of expert-picked entertainment recommendations, new research on kids' summer screen habits, and more
Drone Dominance Program Receives First Order, Gauntlet II Gets Underway
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news:
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Drone Dominance Program Receives First Order, Gauntlet II Gets Underway
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Drone Dominance Program Gauntlet Phase II qualifiers conclude this week at Camp Grayling, Michigan. This high-stakes test pits 49 companies and 79 unique unmanned aerial systems against rigorous mission scenarios, including long-range strikes and close-quarters tactical assaults. Each company brought 20 drones to take on the challenge.
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Fifth Third Launches AI-Powered Interface in Mobile App
CINCINNATI, Ohio, June 17 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Fifth Third Bank posted the following news release:
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Fifth Third Launches AI-Powered Interface in Mobile App
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Fifth Third (NYSE: FITB) today announced the launch of an AI-powered experience within its award-winning mobile app, making it easier for customers to find what they need and complete everyday financial tasks with fewer steps.
The new capability helps customers navigate Fifth Third's mobile app more intuitively. more
Ivy Tech Community College and Microsoft Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Strengthen Indiana's Workforce Pipeline
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, June 17 -- Ivy Tech Community College posted the following news:
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Ivy Tech Community College and Microsoft Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Strengthen Indiana's Workforce Pipeline
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Valparaiso, Ind. -Ivy Tech Community College and Microsoft Corp. announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) designed to expand educational opportunities, strengthen workforce development efforts, and create clear pathways to high-demand careers through a Data Cente more
San Jacinto College: Stay Relevant in the AI-driven Workforce
PASADENA, Texas, June 17 -- San Jacinto College issued the following Q&A involving Rizwan Virani, senior director of cybersecurity programs:
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Stay relevant in the AI-driven workforce
Courtney Morris
Artificial intelligence isn't just evolving. It's accelerating at supersonic speed.
For Rizwan Virani, who helped design San Jacinto College's new AI foundations advanced technical certificate, that pace is part of the appeal.
"You're building the plane as it's flying," said Virani, San Ja more
UToledo Board of Trustees Endorses Budget, Career-focused Curricular Changes, Experience-based Learning for All
TOLEDO, Ohio, June 17 -- The University of Toledo issued the following news:
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UToledo Board of Trustees Endorses Budget, Career-focused Curricular Changes, Experience-based Learning for All
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The University of Toledo is launching ASCEND -Applied Skills for Career Experience, Networking and Development -a university-wide initiative to ensure that every undergraduate, regardless of major, graduates with an experience-based learning experience under their belt.
The initiative, presented more
Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)
2026 Childhood Immunization Schedule Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 3)
WASHINGTON, June 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48982) entitled "The 2026 Childhood Immunization Schedule."
The report is written by health policy specialists Kavya Sekar and Alexandria K. Mickler and health care financing analyst Vanessa C. Forsberg.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Since 1995, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), has published an annual im more
2026 Childhood Immunization Schedule Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 3)
WASHINGTON, June 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48982) entitled "The 2026 Childhood Immunization Schedule:"
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Discussion of HHS's Justifications
Comparison of the U.S. Vaccination Schedule with Those of Other Countries
An individual country's public health system may weigh a range of factors when determining and developing vaccine recommendations. These considerations for a specific vaccine recommendation more
2026 Childhood Immunization Schedule Topic of CRS Report (Part 3 of 3)
WASHINGTON, June 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48982) entitled "The 2026 Childhood Immunization Schedule:"
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Potential Implications of the Revised Schedule
As mentioned at the beginning of this report, a federal district court stayed the 2026 revised childhood immunization schedule in American Academy of Pediatrics v. Kennedy, meaning that the effective date of the revised schedule is postponed while the more
China's Role in the International Financial Institutions Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, June 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48983) entitled "China's Role in the International Financial Institutions" by international trade and finance specialist Rebecca M. Nelson.
Here are excerpts:
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Contents
China and the IFIs: Key Policy Issues ... 1
Historical Context ... 2
China as a Recipient of Development Assistance ... 4
China's Representation at the IFIs ... 7
PRC Firms and MDB Procurement ... 12
Selected Policy more
Economic Forecasts & Projections Topic of CRS Fact Sheet
WASHINGTON, June 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following fact sheet (No. R47295) by senior research librarian Ben Leubsdorf:
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Economic Forecasts and Projections: Fact Sheet
SUMMARY
Economic projections (also called forecasts) are predictions about the future behavior of economic and financial indicators. They can help lawmakers in assessing the likelihood of key events such as recessions, addressing budget and economic challenges, and estimating the effec more
Effects of Iran Conflict on Natural Gas Prices Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12696) by energy policy specialist Michael Ratner.
Here are excerpts:
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Effects of Iran Conflict on Natural Gas Prices
The U.S./Israel military operations against Iran that commenced on February 28, 2026, quickly raised the specter of a closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway in the Persian Gulf for the transit of natural gas, oil, and other commodities. Approximate more
Stewardship End Result Contracting - Forest Service & Bureau of Land Management Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11179) by natural resources policy specialist Anne A. Riddle.
Here are excerpts:
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Stewardship End Result Contracting: Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management
Stewardship end result contracting, often called stewardship contracting, is a Forest Service (FS) and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) contracting and cooperative mechanism that allows these agencies to combine more
Syria & U.S. Policy Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11930) by Middle Eastern affairs specialist Christopher M. Blanchard.
Here are excerpts:
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Syria and U.S. Policy
Syria is in the midst of a political transition shaped by the legacies of decades of authoritarian rule and more than a decade of unrest and conflict that displaced millions and killed hundreds of thousands of Syrians from 2011 through 2024. Ahmed Al Sharaa, who more
Transition of Servicing Defaulted Federal Student Loans to the Department of the Treasury Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, June 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48962) on June 9, 2026, entitled "Transition of Servicing Defaulted Federal Student Loans to the Department of the Treasury: Background and Observations" by social policy specialist Alexandra Hegji.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
As of December 31, 2025, the Department of Education's (ED's) portfolio of defaulted federal student loans comprises loans of about 7.8 million borrowers (about 1 more
Congressional Court Watcher - Circuit Splits From May 2026 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11439) by deputy assistant director Michael John Garcia and legislative attorney Peter J. Benson:
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Congressional Court Watcher: Circuit Splits from May 2026
The U.S. Courts of Appeals for the thirteen "circuits" issue thousands of precedential decisions each year. Because relatively few of these decisions are ultimately reviewed by the Supreme Court, the U.S. Courts more
DHS Budget Request Analysis - FY2027 Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 3)
WASHINGTON, June 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48979) on June 9, 2026, entitled "DHS Budget Request Analysis: FY2027" by William L. Painter, homeland security and appropriations specialist.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
DHS Budget Request Analysis: FY2027
On April 3, 2026, President Donald Trump's Administration released its budget request for FY2027, including $118.39 billion in total budget authority for the Department of Homeland more
DHS Budget Request Analysis - FY2027 Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 3)
WASHINGTON, June 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48979) on June 9, 2026, entitled "DHS Budget Request Analysis - FY2027:"
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Component-Level Analysis
Law Enforcement Operational Components (Title II)
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)
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Figure 3. CBP Annual Gross Discretionary Budget Authority
Source: CRS analysis of the CBP Fiscal Year 2027 Congressional Justification, Fiscal Year 2027 Budget more
DHS Budget Request Analysis - FY2027 Topic of CRS Report (Part 3 of 3)
WASHINGTON, June 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48979) on June 9, 2026, entitled "DHS Budget Request Analysis - FY2027:"
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Support Components (Title IV)
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)
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Figure 22. USCIS Annual Gross Discretionary Budget Authority
Source: CRS analysis of the USCIS Fiscal Year 2027 Congressional Justification, Fiscal Year 2027 Budget of the U.S.
Government: Appendi more
FDA Regulation of AI-Enabled Devices Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13245) by health policy specialist Amanda K. Sarata:
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FDA Regulation of AI-Enabled Devices
Artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled applications are increasingly used in health care, including for financial, administrative, and clinical purposes. They hold the promise of increased efficiency, improved quality of care, and better health outcomes, while simultaneously challengin more
Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation & Management Act - Issues for the 119th Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13210) by natural resources policy analyst Anthony R. Marshak:
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The Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (MSA): Issues for the 119th Congress
The Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, as amended (MSA; 16 U.S.C. Sec.1801 et seq.), is the primary law authorizing the conservation and management of U.S. federal marine fisheries (i.e., th more
Noncompetitive Federal Contract Awards - Other Than Full & Open Competition Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, June 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48980) entitled "Noncompetitive Federal Contract Awards: Other than Full and Open Competition" by Dominick A. Fiorentino, government organization and management analyst and David H. Carpenter, legislative attorney.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
In the context of federal procurement, Congress has long been interested in the view that increased competition among potential vendors could resu more
Noncompetitive Federal Contract Awards - Other Than Full & Open Competition Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, June 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48980) entitled "Noncompetitive Federal Contract Awards - Other than Full and Open Competition:"
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Agency Justifications of Noncompetitive Contract Awards
Although agencies have discretion to use noncompetitive procedures in certain circumstances, CICA requires that agencies justify their actions in writing./78 In contrast to D&Fs, which are required to supp more
Colombia's 2026 Presidential Election Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12689) by Latin American affairs specialist Clare Ribando Seelke.
Here are excerpts:
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Colombia's 2026 Presidential Election
On June 4, 2026, Colombian authorities certified the results of a May 31 first-round presidential election in which right-wing political outsider Abelardo de la Espriella exceeded expectations, garnering 44% of the vote to finish ahead of left-wing se more
Connecting Constituent Organizations to Behavioral Health Funding Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, June 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48976) entitled "Connecting Constituent Organizations to Behavioral Health Funding" by senior research librarian Ada S. Cornell:
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SUMMARY
This report provides information and resources to assist congressional offices with responding to constituent questions about federal funding for local organizations that provide behavioral health services. Constituent organizations supporting behavior more
Defense Primer - Arlington National Cemetery Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11362) by research librarian Clayton M. Levy.
Here are excerpts:
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Defense Primer: Arlington National Cemetery
Arlington National Cemetery (ANC) is a military cemetery administered by the Office of Army Cemeteries. Located in Arlington County, Virginia, the cemetery was created in 1864 during the Civil War from 200 acres of plantation land that once belonged to George Wash more
European Parliament & U.S. Interests Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11211) by section research manager Kristin Archick.
Here are excerpts:
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The European Parliament and U.S. Interests
A Key EU Institution
The European Parliament (EP) is the only directly elected institution of the 27-country European Union (EU). The EP's current 720 members represent the EU's roughly 450 million citizens. The EP has accumulated more power over time (most more
Mandatory Detention During Removal Proceedings - Circuit Split Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11438) by legislative attorney Hillel R. Smith:
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Mandatory Detention During Removal Proceedings: Circuit Split
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) may arrest and detain aliens for immigration status violations that render them removable. While the agency generally has discretion to release aliens from custody during the pendency of their removal proceedings, so more
Russian Military Activities in Asia - Combined Military Exercises & Patrols Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, June 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48978) entitled "Russian Military Activities in Asia: Combined Military Exercises and Patrols" by Andrew S. Bowen, Russian and
European affairs analyst.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Historically, Russia has claimed a role as a major actor in the Asia-Pacific region. In 2012, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a policy by which Russia would seek to emphasize and further develop e more
U.S.-South Korea Alliance - Issues for Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13246) by foreign affairs analyst Daniel J. Longo.
Here are excerpts:
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The U.S.-South Korea Alliance: Issues for Congress
Overview
The U.S.-South Korea (Republic of Korea, or ROK) alliance dates to the 1950-1953 Korean War, during which more than 36,000 Americans died in-theater helping South Korea repel an invasion by North Korea (Democratic People's Republic of Korea, more
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Budget - Background, Trends & Policy Options Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, June 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48295) entitled "The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Budget: Background, Trends and Policy Options" by financial economics specialists Karl E. Schneider and Baird Webel.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) was created in the 2010 Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (Dodd-Frank; P.L. 111-203). Dodd-Frank specified that the more
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Budget - Background, Trends & Policy Options Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, June 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48295) entitled "The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Budget - Background, Trends and Policy Options:"
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Policy Options and Legislation: 119th Congress
Since the creation of the CFPB, Members of Congress have continued to debate various policy options regarding the funding structure and other aspects of the agency in order to either further strengthen its more
Iraq Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10404) by Middle Eastern affairs specialist Christopher M. Blanchard.
Here are excerpts:
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Iraq
The Republic of Iraq (Figure 1) sits at a crossroad in the Middle East region, with ties to Iran, Turkey, the Levant, and the Arabian Peninsula that shape Iraqi interests, create constraints and opportunities, and attract intervention. In May 2026, Shia Arab businessman Ali Al Za more
Researching Critical Minerals - Selected Resources Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, June 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48974) entitled "Researching Critical Minerals: Selected Resources" by research librarians Michael P. Jourdan and Emily N. Peterson:
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SUMMARY
The demand for critical minerals and rare earth elements is increasing due to their applications in various advanced and emerging technologies, including batteries, semiconductors, medical equipment, solar and wind energy systems, and certain milita more
Vegetation Management for Wildfire Mitigation Along Electric Power Line Rights-of-Way on Federal Lands Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, June 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48973) entitled "Vegetation Management for Wildfire Mitigation Along Electric Power Line Rights-of-Way on Federal Lands" by natural resources policy analyst Alicyn R. Gitlin.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Congress has shown interest in protecting lives and property from catastrophic wildfires and in protecting electric grid reliability. Electric power line rights-of-way (hereinafter, power more
Vegetation Management for Wildfire Mitigation Along Electric Power Line Rights-of-Way on Federal Lands Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, June 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48973) entitled "Vegetation Management for Wildfire Mitigation Along Electric Power Line Rights-of-Way on Federal Lands:"
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BLM-Specific Regulations and Policies
BLM regulates power line ROWs as part of its ROW program under FLPMA./78 BLM requires plans or agreements from operators for all new, renewed, or amended power line ROWs./79 BLM's regulations specify more
Direct Loan Program - Student Loan Repayment Plans Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13243) by education policy analyst Rita R. Zota.
Here are excerpts:
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Direct Loan Program: Student Loan Repayment Plans
When an individual borrows from the Direct Loan program, they assume a contractual obligation to repay that debt over a period of time that may span a decade or more. While borrowers are required to make payments on a monthly basis, they may currently choo more
Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act - Legal Issues Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, June 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R46799) entitled "The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act: Legal Issues" by legislative attorneys Jared P. Cole and Madeline W. Donley.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Schools generate and maintain numerous student records, including grades, standardized test scores, disciplinary accounts, contact information, mental health records, and more. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Ac more
Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act - Legal Issues Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, June 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R46799) entitled "The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act - Legal Issues:"
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FERPA Exceptions
The statute also contains numerous exceptions that allow for disclosure of student education records in certain situations. While the carve-out for directory information allows for disclosure as a general matter (provided schools satisfy the notice requirement), more
FEMA's Emergency Food & Shelter Program Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12026) by Elizabeth M. Webster, emergency
management and disaster recovery specialist.
Here are excerpts:
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FEMA's Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP)
The Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA's) Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) provides supplemental grants to local government and nonprofit organizations to support and expand existing programs that aid more
Health Savings Account Contributions - By the Numbers Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13244) by health care financing specialist Ryan J. Rosso and research assistant Alice Y. Choi.
Here are excerpts:
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Health Savings Account Contributions: By the Numbers
A health savings account (HSA) is a tax-advantaged account that eligible individuals can use to save and pay for qualified medical expenses. Eligibility to contribute to an HSA is generally associated with e more
Major Railroad Mergers & Acquisitions Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13242) by transportation policy specialists Ben Goldman and John Frittelli.
Here are excerpts:
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Major Railroad Mergers and Acquisitions
On July 29, 2025, Union Pacific Railroad (UP) announced that it had agreed to acquire Norfolk Southern Railway (NS). If the transaction is approved, it would reduce the number of U.S. Class I railroads - defined as having annual operating more
Sea Lion Predation on Columbia River Salmon & Steelhead Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11045) by natural resources policy specialist Anthony R. Marshak.
Here are excerpts:
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Sea Lion Predation on Columbia River Salmon and Steelhead
Since the 1990s, concerns have persisted about sea lion predation on salmonids (i.e., salmon and steelhead trout [steelhead; Oncorhynchus mykiss]) and certain other fishes, including in the Columbia River and Puget Sound. Managemen more
Year-Round Sale of E15 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN10979) by Kelsi Bracmort, natural resources and energy policy specialist:
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Year-Round Sale of E15
E15 - a fuel blend of up to 15% ethanol and 85% gasoline - generally cannot be sold during the summer driving season (June 1-September 15) because it does not meet gasoline Reid vapor pressure (RVP) requirements, which limit fuel volatility under the Clean Air Act (CAA). The CAA more
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules
Western Alliance Bancorporation Advocates Targeted Revisions to Federal Regulatory Capital Rules
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- Western Alliance Bancorporation, Phoenix, Arizona, has submitted a public comment letter to the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation regarding the proposed changes to the Regulatory Capital Rule and the Standardized Approach for Risk-Weighted Assets. The letter outlines seven focused recommendations aimed at better aligning regulatory capital requirements with the econ more
Tipoffs: Iran
AFPI Report: Iran Was China's 'Counter-Pivot' - And Operation Epic Fury Just Dismantled It
WASHINGTON, June 19 (TNSrpt) -- The America First Policy Institute issued the following news release on June 18, 2026:
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New AFPI Report: Iran Was China's "Counter-Pivot" -- And Operation Epic Fury Just Dismantled It
The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) today released a new report contending that China spent two decades using Iran as a tool to keep the United States distracted from the Pacific -- and that Operation Epic Fury has now broken that architecture, handing Washington a last more
American Center for Law and Justice: Vice President JD Vance Goes on Record Over Iran Deal
WASHINGTON, June 19 -- The American Center for Law and Justice posted the following news:
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Vice President JD Vance Goes on Record Over Iran Deal
President Trump signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) last night in France, and this morning, Vice President JD Vance delivered a White House press briefing to address conflicting reports from the mainstream media about the details of the MOU.
As reported by The Hill:
Vice President Vance will brief reporters in the White House briefing more
Banks Pump Over US$250 Billion Into Petrochemicals Despite Growing Industry Risks
WASHINGTON, June 19 -- The Center for International Environmental Law issued the following news:
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Banks Pump Over US$250 Billion Into Petrochemicals Despite Growing Industry Risks
GENEVA / WASHINGTON / LONDON -- Major banks have channeled over US$250 billion into the world's top fifteen petrochemical companies since 2019, according to a brief released today by the Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL). Deep Pockets, Dirty Profits: How Banks and Investors Are Financing the Glo more
WASHINGTON, June 19 -- Prime Minister Keir Starmer issued a joint statement with dozens of international leaders on June 18, 2026, warmly welcoming a memorandum of understanding between the U.S. and Iran. The statement praises the diplomatic breakthrough mediated by Pakistan and Qatar as a vital opportunity to restore regional stability and secure the global economy.
Starmer and the co-signatories emphasized that the rapid reopening of the Strait of Hormuz with full freedom of navigation is es more
CAIR-LA Condemns Hate-Motivated Violence Targeting Spectators Perceived to Be Iranian, Wearing Hijab at Iran V. New Zealand FIFA Match
WASHINGTON, June 19 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release on June 18, 2026:
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CAIR-LA Condemns Hate-Motivated Violence Targeting Spectators Perceived to be Iranian, Wearing Hijab at Iran v. New Zealand FIFA Match
The Greater Los Angeles Area office of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-LA) today condemned multiple instances of verbal harassment, assault, and physical violence that occurred at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group Stage match i more
CSIS Issues Commentary: Iran Won the Negotiation, Even Though It Lost the War
WASHINGTON, June 19 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following commentary on June 18, 2026, by Emily Harding, director of the Intelligence, National Security, and Technology Program and vice president of the CSIS Defense and Security Department:
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Iran Won the Negotiation, Even Though It Lost the War
The full text of the framework agreement with Iran is now public, and it is lopsided.
There is one piece of good news: Washington and Tehran are publicly desc more
CSIS Issues Commentary: Irregular Warfare - Winning the Cognitive Domain
WASHINGTON, June 19 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following commentary on June 18, 2026, by Erol Yayboke, senior fellow (non-resident) with the Futures Lab, and Nickolas Wilcox, director at CACI International Inc.:
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Irregular Warfare: Winning the Cognitive Domain
The United States has repeatedly proven its ability to execute decisive kinetic strikes. Adversaries understand this, which is why they increasingly avoid conventional confrontation. Instead, t more
CSIS Issues Critical Questions Q&A: After the Supermajority - Ethiopia's Trajectory Following the 2026 Election
WASHINGTON, June 19 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following Critical Questions Q&A on June 18, 2026, involving Aaron Stanley, deputy director and fellow of the Africa Program:
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After the Supermajority: Ethiopia's Trajectory Following the 2026 Election
Ethiopia held its general elections on June 1, and with the majority of votes now finalized, all signs point to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali's Prosperity Party having secured a vast majority. While many a more
WASHINGTON, June 19 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following Critical Questions Q&A on June 18, 2026, involving Director Gracelin Baskaran and associate fellow Meredith Schwartz, both of the Critical Minerals Security Program:
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G7 Critical Minerals Ambitions and Iran's Natural Resources
On June 15, Group of Seven (G7) heads of state, including President Donald Trump, convened in France for the annual summit. Featured prominently on the agenda were avenue more
EU Budget Talks: Europe is Counting the Cost of the Climate Crisis. Its Budget Doesn't Reflect It.
WASHINGTON, June 19 -- BirdLife Europe and Central Asia issued the following news release:
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EU budget talks: Europe is counting the cost of the climate crisis. Its budget doesn't reflect it.
This week, European leaders gather for the European Council to discuss the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF). One thing is conspicuously absent from the agenda: a guarantee that nature protection and restoration will be funded. At the scale of a multi-year, multi-trillion euro budget, this a more
FFRF Action Fund: 'Theocrat' Sen. Ted Cruz Emboldens Christian Lawmakers
MADISON, Wisconsin, June 19 -- FFRF Action Fund, an organization that says it develops and advocates for legislation, regulations and government programs to preserve the constitutional principle of separation between state and church, posted the following news on June 18, 2026:
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'Theocrat' Sen. Ted Cruz emboldens Christian lawmakers
The FFRF Action Fund names Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, as its "Theocrat of the Week" for resoundingly joining the National Association of Christian Lawmakers as more
GVSU Experts: Q&A on the U.S.-Iran Agreement and Its Global Impact
ALLENDALE, Michigan, June 19 -- Grand Valley State University issued the following Q&A on June 18, 2026, political science professor Polly Diven and economics professor Paul Isely:
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GVSU Experts: A Q&A on the U.S.-Iran agreement and its global impact
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By Brian Vernellis
Polly Diven, professor of political science, researches and teaches international relations and U.S. foreign policy. She discusses the diplomatic challenges, regional dynamics and long more
House Foreign Affairs Chairman Mast Issues Statement on U.S.-Iran Memorandum of Understanding
WASHINGTON, June 19 -- Rep. Brian Mast, R-Florida, chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following statement on June 18, 2026:
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Chairman Mast Statement on U.S.-Iran Memorandum of Understanding
Today, House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Brian Mast issued the following statement upon President Trump's signing of the U.S.-Iran Memorandum of Understanding:
"President Trump has earned the deference that he will nail Iran to the wall by leaving IRGC General Soleiman more
Ifo Institute: German Economy to Grow by 0.8% in 2026
MUNICH, Germany, June 19 -- ifo Institute issued the following news release on June 18, 2026:
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German Economy to Grow by 0.8 Percent in 2026
The ifo Institute forecasts growth of 0.8 percent in gross domestic product (GDP) for the German economy this year. The economic experts also expect 0.8 percent growth for the coming year. "While a massive energy price shock caused by the Middle East conflict is slowing down the economy, a highly expansionary fiscal policy is supporting growth. The more
IMF and Austria Renew Agreement Underpinning the Work of the Joint Vienna Institute
WASHINGTON, June 19 -- The International Monetary Fund issued the following news release:
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IMF and Austria Renew Agreement Underpinning the Work of the Joint Vienna Institute
Vienna: The IMF and Austrian authorities have renewed their cooperation agreement on the Joint Vienna Institute (JVI), reaffirming its long-established role as a hub of economic learning, policy dialogue and international cooperation. On 18 June 2026, Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Mone more
Jamestown Foundation Posts Commentary: Moscow and Islamabad Discuss Linking Gwadar Port With INSTC
WASHINGTON, June 19 -- The Jamestown Foundation posted the following commentary on June 18, 2026, by Syed Fazl-e-Haider, contributing analyst at the South Asia desk of Wikistrat, in the foundation's Eurasia Daily Monitor:
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Moscow and Islamabad Discuss Linking Gwadar Port With INSTC
Executive Summary:
* On May 13, Special Assistant to the Pakistani Prime Minister Talha Burki expressed Pakistan's interest in becoming part of the Russia-backed International North-South Transport Corridor ( more
Massachusetts Biotechnology Council CEO Issues Innovation Policy Update on June 18, 2026
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, June 19 [Category: Biology] -- The Massachusetts Biotechnology Council issued the following statement on June 18, 2026 by CEO Kendalle Burlin O'Connell:
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CEO Innovation Policy Update 06.18.26
As the industry heads to San Diego for BIO26 next week, plenty is happening back in Washington that will shape the ecosystem our members are building. A few things worth knowing before everyone's wheels are up.
CMS Moves to Make Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Permanent: O more
Senate Foreign Relations Ranking Member Shaheen Issues Statement on White House Iran Agreement
WASHINGTON, June 19 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following statement on June 18, 2026:
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Ranking Member Shaheen Statement on White House Iran Agreement
Today, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, released the following statement after the White House confirmed the terms of the Memorandum of Understanding between the United States and Iran:
"Now that th more
Treasury Targets Hizballah-Aligned Officials and Intensifies Pressure on Global Financial Network
WASHINGTON, June 19 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release on June 18, 2026:
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Treasury Targets Hizballah-Aligned Officials and Intensifies Pressure on Global Financial Network
Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is designating Hizballah-aligned Lebanese officials, as well as members of a Hizballah-associated business network overseen by Alaa Hassan Hamieh, also known as Alaa Hamieh. The Lebanese officials more
Warren Statement on President Trump's Memorandum of Understanding With Iran
WASHINGTON, June 19 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, ranking member of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, issued the following statement on June 18, 2026:
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Warren Statement on President Trump's Memorandum of Understanding with Iran
Today, U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Ranking Member of the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee and Senate Armed Services Personnel Subcommittee, issued the below statement on the Memorandum of Underst more
AJC Statement on U.S.-Iran Memorandum of Understanding
NEW YORK, June 18 [Category: Religion] -- The American Jewish Committee posted the following statement:
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AJC Statement on U.S.-Iran Memorandum of Understanding
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American Jewish Committee (AJC) is deeply concerned by the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the United States and Iran that appears to surrender significant U.S. leverage upfront while deferring the most consequential and necessary Iranian concessions to a future comprehensive agreement that may never materialize. Howe more
Barrasso for The Washington Post: The Hoover Dam let energy flow. Congress should take the hint.
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyoming, issued the following news release:
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Barrasso for The Washington Post: The Hoover Dam let energy flow. Congress should take the hint.
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Senate Majority Whip, today published an op-ed in The Washington Post about recently-introduced permitting reform legislation called the Let America Build Act. Senator Barrasso's legislation aims to streamline the permitting process and lower ene more
Beyer Statement on MOU Agreed to by US, Iran
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Rep. Don Beyer, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Beyer Statement on MOU Agreed to by US, Iran
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Congressman Don Beyer (D-VA) today issued the following statement on the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) agreed to by the United States and Iran:
"The President should never have started this war. It was not smart, it was not legal, it was not morally justified, and it was not in our national interest.
"The American people never asked for this war, more
Budd, Coons Bill to Reauthorize USCIRF & Advance International Religious Freedom Passes Committee & Heads to Senate Floor
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sen. Ted Budd, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release:
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Budd, Coons Bill to Reauthorize USCIRF & Advance International Religious Freedom Passes Committee & Heads to Senate Floor
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Washington, D.C. -U.S. Senators Ted Budd (R-N.C.) and Chris Coons' (D-Del.) legislation to extend the authorization of the independent, bipartisan United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) through Fiscal Year (FY) 2028 advanced out of the Senate Fo more
Cantwell Statement on Trump's MOU With Iran
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, issued the following news release:
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Cantwell Statement on Trump's MOU With Iran
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - An initial Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to halt President Donald Trump's war in Iran has been publicly disclosed. The MOU grants significant concessions to Iran while postponing any commitments from Iran on its nuclear programs.
U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA) issued the following statement:
"The President's more
Chairman Wicker Issues Statement on the Memorandum of Understanding with Iran
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Mississippi, issued the following news release:
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Chairman Wicker Issues Statement on the Memorandum of Understanding with Iran
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, R-Miss., today released the following statement:
"Since day one, I have supported President Trump's efforts to end Iran's 47-year threat to the United States and our partners. I am concerned that the memorandum of understanding negotiates away the victories of Operation Epic more
Colorado's Economic Forecast Shows Steady Growth, Higher Revenue Than Expected
DENVER, Colorado, June 18 -- Gov. Jared Polis, D-Colorado, issued the following news release:
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Colorado's Economic Forecast Shows Steady Growth, Higher Revenue Than Expected
Forecast also shows increased risk in the future from Iran War and higher costs
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Today, the Governor's Office of State Planning and Budgeting presented its economic forecast to the Joint Budget Committee. The forecast indicates steady economic growth in 2026, with revenue coming in higher than expected.
"Desp more
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Rep. Cleo Fields, D-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
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CONGRESSMAN FIELDS RELEASES STATEMENT REGARDING IRAN FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT
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BATON ROUGE, L.A. - Congressman Cleo Fields today issued the following statement expressing his strong disapproval of the preliminary framework agreement announced this week between the United States and Iran:
"Let me be clear about what this agreement actually is. After dragging the country into a conflict that was never more
Congresswoman Dean: "Operation Epic Fury ends as Operation Epic Failure."
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Rep. Madeleine Dean, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release:
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Congresswoman Dean: "Operation Epic Fury ends as Operation Epic Failure."
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GLENSIDE, Pa. -Congresswoman Madeleine Dean (PA-04), member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, released the following statement on President Trump's 14-point Memorandum of Understanding with Iran:
"Yesterday President Trump signed the 14-point Memorandum of Understanding with Iran in the company of world leader more
Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on Iran "Deal" to End Republican War of Choice
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Rep. Gwen Moore, D-Wisconsin, issued the following news release:
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Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on Iran "Deal" to End Republican War of Choice
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"The war with Iran has killed Americans, Iranians, and others in the region, wasted billions, depleted military capacity, and made life more expensive for working people.
Trump didn't do this alone: The Republican-led Congress allowed this costly war to continue and reach this vague, uncertain phase. There has neve more
Courtney: Trump's War with Iran Leaves the American People With Nothing But Higher Costs & A Huge Bill
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Rep. Joe Courtney, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
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Courtney: Trump's War with Iran Leaves the American People With Nothing But Higher Costs & A Huge Bill
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NORWICH, CT - Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02), Ranking Member of the House Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee, released the following statement on the Memorandum of Understanding for a ceasefire agreed to by the U.S. and Iran.
"First and foremost, it is notable that U.S. tr more
DeLauro on President Trump's Iran Deal: "Why Did We Go To War?"
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Rep. Rosa L. DeLauro, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
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DeLauro on President Trump's Iran Deal: "Why Did We Go To War?"
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Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (D-CT-03), Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Committee, issued the following statement regarding President Trump's signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with Iran, the first stage of a deal which provides for an end to immediate fighting along with significant concessions to Iran and a com more
DNC: Study - Families Are Losing Their Insurance Amidst Republicans' Continued Assault on Healthcare and Trump's Affordability Crisis
WASHINGTON, June 18 (TNSrep) -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release:
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Study: Families Are Losing Their Insurance Amidst Republicans' Continued Assault on Healthcare and Trump's Affordability Crisis
New data shows that health insurance cancellations are already up 24% in the wake of Trump signing his Big Ugly Bill into law and Republicans refusing to extend the enhanced Affordable Care Act premium tax credits.
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A newly released study by the Commonwealth more
F&M POLL: DEMOCRATS HOLD A 12-POINT LEAD ON CONGRESSIONAL BALLOT IN PENNSYLVANIA
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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F&M POLL: DEMOCRATS HOLD A 12-POINT LEAD ON CONGRESSIONAL BALLOT IN PENNSYLVANIA
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New polling released from Franklin & Marshall College shows Democrats have opened up a 12-point lead when Pennsylvanians are asked which party they pref more
Gillibrand, Suozzi, Gillen Urge Trump Administration To Boost Gas Mileage Deductions Amid Sky-High Prices At The Pump
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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Gillibrand, Suozzi, Gillen Urge Trump Administration To Boost Gas Mileage Deductions Amid Sky-High Prices At The Pump
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Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), U.S. Representative Tom Suozzi (D-NY-03), and U.S. Representative Laura Gillen (D-NY-04) urged the Trump administration to raise the federal standard mileage rates for certain business, medical, and moving uses to provide relief more
Hoyer: President Trump has to Answer for His Decision to Hand a Victory to Iran
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Rep. Steny H. Hoyer, D-Maryland, issued the following news release:
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Hoyer: President Trump has to Answer for His Decision to Hand a Victory to Iran
Today, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) released the following statement after President Donald Trump formally signed a memorandum of understanding to end the war with Iran and the naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz:
"President Trump made it clear that his war of choice in Iran would have to end in surrender. Un more
ICYMI: U.S. Senator Katie Britt Joins America's Newsroom on Fox News
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sen. Katie Britt, R-Alabama, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: U.S. Senator Katie Britt Joins America's Newsroom on Fox News
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) joined America's Newsroom with Dana Perino and Bill Hemmer on Fox News. She discussed President Trump's leadership in negotiations with Iran, as well as the importance of reauthorizing FISA Section 702 after its expiration due to Senate Democrats' obstruction.
On the Memorandum more
In SASC Airland Hearing, Kelly Questions Army Officials on Munitions Shortfalls and Operation Modernization
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Arizona, issued the following news release:
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In SASC Airland Hearing, Kelly Questions Army Officials on Munitions Shortfalls and Operation Modernization
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This week, during a Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) Airland Subcommittee hearing, Arizona Senator and Navy combat veteran Mark Kelly (D-AZ), the Subcommittee's Ranking Member, delivered remarks and questioned high-ranking officials on the Army's plan to rebuild critically low munitions more
Iran - Congressional Reporting Requirements Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, June 18 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48282) on June 16, 2026, entitled "Iran: Congressional Reporting Requirements" by Middle Eastern affairs specialist Clayton Thomas.
Here are excerpts:
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Iran: Congressional Reporting Requirements
Congress has mandated that the executive branch provide it with significant amounts of information related to Iran via singular and recurring reporting requirements. Iran-related issues more
Iran Intensifies Assault on Independent Lawyers Amid Expanding Post-War Crackdown
NEW YORK, June 18 [Category: International] -- The Center for Human Rights in Iran posted the following news release:
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Iran Intensifies Assault on Independent Lawyers Amid Expanding Post-War Crackdown
At Least 32 Lawyers Arrested, Prosecuted, or Imprisoned in Iran Since January 2026
Political Detainees, Death Row Prisoners at Grave Risk Without Independent Lawyers
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As domestic repression intensifies across Iran, authorities have increasingly turned their attention to the country's more
Jamestown Foundation Posts Commentary: Armenian Election Results Hold Contradictory Implications for Iran
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- The Jamestown Foundation posted the following commentary on June 17, 2026, by Vali Kaleji, an expert on Central Asia and Caucasian studies in Tehran, Iran, in the foundation's Eurasia Daily Monitor:
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Armenian Election Results Hold Contradictory Implications for Iran
Executive Summary:
* Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's victory in Armenia's June 7 parliamentary elections reinforces the country's pro-Western trajectory and is likely to advance peace with Az more
Kamlager-Dove Statement on Trump's Failed War on Iran
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Kamlager-Dove Statement on Trump's Failed War on Iran
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove (CA-37), member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, released the following statement on Trump's failed war on Iran:
"Donald Trump's arrogance and ignorance led to one of the worst foreign policy decisions of my lifetime. Make no mistake: Trump lost this war. He was so more
Kennedy on the Iran memorandum of understanding: "We ought to give peace a chance"
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sen. John Kennedy, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
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Kennedy on the Iran memorandum of understanding: "We ought to give peace a chance"
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Watch Kennedy's comments here.
WASHINGTON - Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) explained why he is optimistic about the memorandum of understanding that the Trump administration struck with Iran and the possibility of regional peace in a speech on the U.S. Senate floor.
Key excerpts of the speech are below:
"I read t more
London Business School: Global economy faces delicate balancing act
LONDON, England, June 18 -- London Business School posted the following news:
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Global economy faces delicate balancing act
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As part of her regular SiriusXM Business Briefing appearances, London Business School Adjunct Professor Linda Yueh joined anchor Janet Alvarez on 17 June to discuss the global economy, monetary policy, the implications of the US-Iran conflict and the future of AI-driven infrastructure.
UK inflation came in lower than expected at 2.8 per cent, offering some relief more
McCain Institute Issues Commentary: Ten Years Held Hostage - Story of Ahmadreza Djalali
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Arizona State University McCain Institute issued the following commentary on June 17, 2026, by Ariane Gottlieb, program coordinator in the John McCain Freedom for Political Prisoners Initiative:
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Blog: Ten Years Held Hostage: The Story of Ahmadreza Djalali
Ahmadreza Djalali only intended to leave Sweden for two weeks. Traveling to Tehran for a business conference, he assured his friends that he would be safe. Ten years later, Ahmadreza sits in prison in Iran, await more
NINTH TIME'S THE CHARM: Jon Husted's New Favorite Number
COLUMBUS, Ohio, June 18 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news:
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NINTH TIME'S THE CHARM: Jon Husted's New Favorite Number
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Husted has now voted NINE TIMES to support Iran war & NINE TIMES to raise health care costs
COLUMBUS, OHIO -This week marked the ninth time that Husted has voted to support the expensive and unnecessary war in Iran, doubling down on a foreign conflict that has sent energy and food prices soaring for Ohioans.
During his first year and a half in o more
Padilla Statement on Disastrous Trump-Iran "Deal" to Hand Regime Hundreds of Billions of Dollars
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Padilla Statement on Disastrous Trump-Iran "Deal" to Hand Regime Hundreds of Billions of Dollars
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) issued the following statement after Donald Trump signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Iran, ceding a victory to the Iranian regime after starting a war that raised gas, grocery, and energy prices on Americans.
"This MOU represents more
Possible U.S.-Iran Agreement - INARA & U.S. Sanctions Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 18 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13247) by Middle Eastern affairs specialist Clayton Thomas and legislative attorney Jennifer K. Elsea:
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Possible U.S.-Iran Agreement: INARA and U.S. Sanctions
In June 2026, after months of diplomatic engagement, President Trump announced that a "Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete." No mutually agreed upon text of an agreement has been publicly released more
Protecting Americans from High Electricity Prices Act Legislation by Sen. Merkley Analyzed
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- The Protecting Americans from High Electricity Prices Act, originally introduced by Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, on June 10, 2026, has been analyzed by the Congressional Research Service. This legislation aims to establish procedures for determining the public interest regarding greenhouse gas emissions related to the import and export of natural gas.
The bill responds to growing concerns over rising electricity prices and the environmental impact of greenhouse gas emiss more
Reed Sounds Alarm on Hegseth's Campaign to Politicize the U.S. Military
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sen. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release:
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Reed Sounds Alarm on Hegseth's Campaign to Politicize the U.S. Military
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WASHINGTON, DC - This week, U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI), the top Democrat on the Senate Armed Services Committee, delivered a speech on the Senate floor warning that Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth is systematically undermining the U.S. military's apolitical foundation and eroding the American people's trust.
Senator R more
Reed Statement on Trump-Iran Ceasefire Agreement
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sen. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release:
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Reed Statement on Trump-Iran Ceasefire Agreement
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WASHINGTON, DC -Today, President Trump sent Congress a copy of the memorandum of understanding (MOU) he has signed with the Islamic Republic of Iran. After reviewing the MOU, U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI), the Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, issued the following statement:
"Every American should be relieved this war is end more
Rep. Bera Issues Statement on Next Phase of U.S. Negotiations with Iran
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Rep. Ami Bera, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Bera Statement on the Next Phase of U.S. Negotiations with Iran
Today, U.S. Representative Ami Bera, M.D. (CA-06), a senior Democrat serving on the House Foreign Affairs Committee and the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, issued a statement on the next phase of U.S. negotiations with Iran:
"President Trump took our nation into an illegal and ill-advised war that cost the lives of more
Rep. Grijalva Statement on U.S.-Iran Agreement
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Rep. Adelita S. Grijalva, D-Arizona, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Grijalva Statement on U.S.-Iran Agreement
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Tucson, AZ - U.S. Representative Adelita S. Grijalva released the following statement on the agreement struck between the United States and Iran to end hostilities:
"While I am relieved to see hostilities come to an end, at least temporarily, one fundamental question remains: Why did we go to war with Iran in the first place? This conflict cl more
Rep. Stanton Issues Statement on U.S.-Iran Agreement
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Rep. Greg Stanton, D-Arizona, issued the following statement on the U.S.-Iran Agreement:
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"Trump's war-of-choice in Iran was a disaster waiting to happen. He never should have started this conflict, and this agreement proves it.
More than 100 days later, his recklessness has left Americans poorer, weaker, and less safe.
Trump bragged he could get a stronger deal than the JCPOA. He did not. He tore up an agreement that had Iran's nuclear program under real limits w more
Ricketts Statement on Signing of U.S.-Iran MOU
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sen. Pete Ricketts, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release:
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Ricketts Statement on Signing of U.S.-Iran MOU
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) released the following statement after the signing of the U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding (MOU):
"I am deeply grateful for our brave service women and men who have executed Operation Epic Fury. We will never forget those who lost their lives in defense of our freedom, including Nebr more
Rosen-Backed Bipartisan Bill to Expand Internet Access for Iranian Civilians and Combat Iran's Human Rights Abuses Advances in Committee
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nevada, issued the following news release:
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Rosen-Backed Bipartisan Bill to Expand Internet Access for Iranian Civilians and Combat Iran's Human Rights Abuses Advances in Committee
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WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen's (D-NV) bipartisan Iran Human Rights, Internet Freedom, and Accountability Act recently advanced out of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. This bipartisan bill she led with Senator Dave McCormick (R-PA) will increase more
SCHNEIDER STATEMENT ON MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN U.S AND IRAN
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Rep. Bradley Schneider, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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SCHNEIDER STATEMENT ON MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN U.S AND IRAN
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Lincolnshire, IL - Today, Congressman Brad Schneider (IL-10), a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, released the following statement after President Trump signed (link is external) the Memorandum of Understanding (link is external) between the United States and Iran:
"President Trump is now the first U.S. Pr more
Secure Aluminum Supply Chains Act Legislation by Rep. Stevens Analyzed
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- The Secure Aluminum Supply Chains Act, originally introduced by Rep. Haley M. Stevens, D-Michigan, on June 4, 2026, has been analyzed by the Congressional Research Service. The bill aims to address national security concerns regarding the exportation of aluminum scrap to countries deemed as threats, including Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea.
This legislation mandates that the United States International Trade Commission (USITC) investigate the potential risks associa more
Sen. Murkowski Issues on Iran MOU
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, issued the following statement:
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Murkowski on Iran MOU
Following today's Memorandum of Understanding between the United States and Iran, U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) released the following statement:
"This week's Memorandum of Understanding between the United States and Iran is a welcome step away from war, but it is also just a first step, and a final agreement may prove difficult to reach over the next 60 days. While it is si more
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sens. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, and Jim Risch, R-Idaho, ranking member and chairman, of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following statement on June 17, 2026:
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Read Out: June 17th Committee Business Meeting
Today, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Jim Risch (R-ID), Ranking Member and Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following statement after members passed 24 pieces of legislation out of committee.
"The more
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sens. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, and Jim Risch, R-Idaho, ranking member and chairman, of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following statement on June 17, 2026:
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Read Out: June 17th Committee Business Meeting
U.S. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), chairman and ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, today issued the following statement after members passed 24 pieces of legislation out of committee.
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Senate Small Business & Entrepreneurship Ranking Member Markey Criticizes Trump's "Freedom 250" and Corporate Cronyism at Small Business Committee Hearing
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, ranking member of the Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee, issued the following news release on June 17, 2026:
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Ranking Member Markey Criticizes Trump's "Freedom 250" and Corporate Cronyism at Small Business Committee Hearing
RM Markey: "Trump's 'Corruption 250' celebration hands blank checks to big corporations while small businesses suffer"
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Ranking Member Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) today condemned Trump more
Senator Marshall: Americans Are Done with Forever Wars
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kansas, issued the following news release:
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Senator Marshall: Americans Are Done with Forever Wars
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Senator Marshall Joins The Source With Kaitlan Collins on CNN
Washington - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas), joined CNN's The Source With Kaitlan Collins to discuss President Trump's memorandum of understanding with Iran, how it makes Americans safer, and how the President is avoiding forever wars.
Click HERE to download the f more
Senator Marshall: Americans Are Safer Today Thanks to President Trump
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kansas, issued the following news release:
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Senator Marshall: Americans Are Safer Today Thanks to President Trump
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Senator Marshall Joins Mornings with Mundo on KCMO
Washington - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas), joined KCMO's Mornings with Mundo with Pete Mundoto discuss President Trump's deal with Iran and how it is a win for American safety, the cost of groceries and gas coming down, and the Kansas City Royals.
Click HERE more
State Dept. accepts applications for counterterrorism financing initiative in Iraq
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- The U.S. Department of State announces a funding opportunity titled Countering Iran and its Proxies through Enhanced Counterterrorist Financing in Iraq. This initiative aims to bolster Iraq's anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism regime through targeted training and technical assistance. With an award ceiling of $2.9 million, this program is designed to deliver measurable impacts for American taxpayers by disrupting the financial networks of Iran, more
U.N. Bonn Climate Talks on Track to End in Disappointing Stalemate, Finance a Major Stumbling Block
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, June 18 [Category: Environment] -- The Union of Concerned Scientists posted the following news release:
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U.N. Bonn Climate Talks on Track to End in Disappointing Stalemate, Finance a Major Stumbling Block
BONN - The U.N. June Climate Meetings (SB64) will conclude in Bonn, Germany today in a stalemate on key issues. Negotiations are being delayed as richer nations seek to block or water down language on tripling funding for adaptation, despite having previously a more
United Nations Urges Iran to Release Political Prisoner Reza Khandan
WASHINGTON, June 18 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Robert and Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center posted the following news release:
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United Nations Urges Iran to Release Political Prisoner Reza Khandan
The Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center (KHRC), PEN America, and the Raoul Wallenberg Centre for Human Rights (RWCHR) welcome a recent decision from the United Nations Working Group on Arbitrary Detention (UNWGAD) regarding the ongoing arbitrary detention of Reza Khandan, a 60-year-old more
US-Iran MOU Signals Normalization But Higher Fossil Fuel Prices Will cost over $700 Billions in 2026.
BOSTON, Massachusetts, June 18 [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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US-Iran MOU Signals Normalization But Higher Fossil Fuel Prices Will cost over $700 Billions in 2026.
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New analysis by 350.org shows that people and businesses will continue to pay a steep price for fossil fuel dependence, even if the Strait of Hormuz fully reopens and remains so. According more
WCC appeals for US-Iran peace agreement that translates into action for wider region
GENEVA, Switzerland, June 18 [Category: Religion] -- The World Council of Churches posted the following news:
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WCC appeals for US-Iran peace agreement that translates into action for wider region
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World Council of Churches (WCC) general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay welcomed the memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran, and expressed hope that a comprehensive agreement will be negotiated within the ceasefire.
"It is our hope and prayer that this agreement, once concl more
MAGA Lapdog Jay Feely Won't Say Trump Lost The 2020 Election
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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MAGA Lapdog Jay Feely Won't Say Trump Lost The 2020 Election
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AZ-01 twice rejected election denier Kari Lake in 2022 and 2024
MAGA lapdog Jay Feely is way too extreme for Arizona's First Congressional District, new reporting from the Arizona Republic highlights.
Despite AZ-01 being " an epicenter for conservative voters who have wavered on the GOP," Feely continues to stand more
British Security Director Reconfirms Support for Ukraine, Reaffirms Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe Principles in Vienna Address
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- Speaking at the Annual Security Review Conference in Vienna, Austria, British Director of Defence and International Security Ben Fender reconfirmed the United Kingdom's steadfast support for Ukraine and condemned Russia's ongoing war. Fender highlighted that the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe remains a vital forum for telling truths and holding member states accountable.
The director also addressed escalating regional threats, noting recent drone st more
House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks, Smith, Himes Demand Briefing on U.S.-Iran Memorandum of Understanding
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks, Smith, Himes Demand Briefing on U.S.-Iran Memorandum of Understanding
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Washington, D.C. - U.S. Representatives Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee; Adam Smith, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee; and Jim Himes, Ranking Member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, today sent a le more
Murphy on Trump-Iran Deal: This Agreement Exposes What a Colossal Mistake This War Was
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- Sen. Christopher Murphy, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
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Murphy on Trump-Iran Deal: This Agreement Exposes What a Colossal Mistake This War Was
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WASHINGTON- U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, on Wednesday took to the Senate floor to lay out how President Trump's announced deal to end the war with Iran has functionally eliminated America's leverage in nuclear negotiations, emboldened the hard more
Nevada Republicans Enter General Election Tethered to Trump's Sinking Ship
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, June 17 -- The Nevada Democratic Party posted the following news release:
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Nevada Republicans Enter General Election Tethered to Trump's Sinking Ship
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Nevada Republicans spent the past few months desperately waving their hands in the air to try to get a spot on Donald Trump's ship. Now that they're all aboard with Trump's cost-raising agenda, here's a non-comprehensive list of reasons they are going down with the ship headed towards rock-bottom :
Following new rep more
Oxfam International Issues Statement on Closing of G7 Summit
OXFORD, England, June 17 [Category: Sociological] -- Oxfam International issued the following statement by head of inequality policy Max Lawson on the closing of the G7 Summit:
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"Once again, the G7 has put its own interests ahead of the people paying the price for crises that these same powers have too often caused, fueled or failed to prevent.
"This summit was defined as much by what was left off the agenda as by what was discussed. Climate change, gender inequality and human rights we more
