73 Western Groups to Senate Leadership: No Deal With Devil on Permit Reform
SANTA FE, New Mexico, April 17 -- WildEarth Guardians posted the following news release on April 16, 2026:
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73 Western Groups to Senate Leadership: No Deal with Devil on Permit Reform
Fossil fuel dependence fuels conflict, economic shocks, and global instability
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WASHINGTON--Today, 73 western community, conservation, faith, and Indigenous groups representing 2.6 million members and supporters delivered a joint letter to Senate Minority Leader Schumer (NY), Sen. Heinrich (NM), Sen. Whi more
Airbus Space Likely Provided Satellite Imagery of U.S. Military Assets to China Before Operation Epic Fury
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following news release:
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Airbus Space Likely Provided Satellite Imagery of U.S. Military Assets to China Before Operation Epic Fury
Select Committee on China Chairman John Moolenaar has sent a letter to Secretary of War Pete Hegseth concerning the operations of Airbus Space due to its role in likely provi more
American Securities Association Urges Secretary Bessent to End CAT's Use of American Investor Personal Information in Wake of Anthropic's Claude Mythos Revelations
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- The American Securities Association issued the following news on April 16, 2026:
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ASA Urges Secretary Bessent to End CAT's Use of American Investor Personal Information in Wake of Anthropic's Claude Mythos Revelations
The American Securities Association (ASA) today sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, in his capacity as Chairman of the Financial Stability Oversight Council (FSOC), calling for action to protect American investors from the cybersecurit more
ARC MarketMap for Geospatial Information Systems: Platform for Mission-critical Use Cases
DEDHAM, Massachusetts, April 17 [Category: BizConsulting] -- The Arc Advisory Group issued the following news release on April 16, 2026:
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ARC MarketMap for Geospatial Information Systems: Platform for Mission-critical Use Cases
ARC Advisory Group today announced the release of its ARC MarketMap for Geospatial Information Systems (GIS), an independent, analyst-led evaluation of the global GIS supplier landscape. The new MarketMap provides technology buyers and suppliers with a structured, more
AV Introduces MAYHEM 10: Multi-Role Launched Effects System at AAAA 2026
MONROVIA, California, April 17 -- AeroVironment issued the following news release on April 15, 2026:
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AV Introduces MAYHEM 10: Multi-Role Launched Effects System at AAAA 2026
ARLINGTON, Va. -- AeroVironment, Inc. ("AV") (NASDAQ: AVAV) today announced the debut of MAYHEM 10, a groundbreaking, multi-role launched effects system purpose-built for deployment from air, ground, and maritime platforms.
MAYHEM 10 is an autonomous, multi-role launched effects system that delivers significant op more
Booz Allen Invests in Maritime Autonomy
MCLEAN, Virginia, April 17 -- Booz Allen Hamilton, an information technology information company, issued the following news release on April 16, 2026:
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Booz Allen Invests in Maritime Autonomy
Scales Booz Allen's offerings across autonomous undersea capabilities
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Booz Allen Hamilton (NYSE: BAH) today announced that its corporate venture capital arm, Booz Allen Ventures, has invested in Ulysses, a San Francisco-based maritime robotics company developing cost-efficient, high-volume auto more
Boston University Wheelock College of Education and Human Development: Guiding AI in Education
BOSTON, Massachusetts, April 17 -- The Boston University Wheelock College of Education and Human Development issued the following news:
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Guiding AI in Education
Insights from a dynamic forum on AI's impact, potential, and challenges in learning
By Stephanies Vang
As a new generation of learners navigates educational spaces shaped by AI, educators and professionals are doing the same. This year's BU Wheelock Forum: AI and the Future of Education offered a unique opportunity to explore more
BSA Launches EU Enterprise AI Adoption Agenda Focused on Implementation and Scale
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- The Business Software Alliance issued the following news release:
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BSA Launches EU Enterprise AI Adoption Agenda Focused on Implementation and Scale
BRUSSELS - The Business Software Alliance (BSA) released its Enterprise AI Adoption Agenda in the European Union, outlining policy recommendations to help European businesses scale the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and strengthen the region's global competitiveness.
As the European Union moves into the implemen more
Chairman Latta Delivers Opening Statement at Subcommittee on DOE FY 2027 Budget
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. Bob Latta, R-Ohio, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy, issued the following opening statement on April 16, 2026, at a hearing on the Department of Energy's fiscal 2027 budget:
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"Welcome to today's hearing on the Department of Energy's Fiscal Year 2027 budget and welcome back, Secretary Chris Wright, to the Energy Subcommittee of the Energy and Commerce Committee.
"Almost 14 months ago, you inherited a department that was not serv more
Comcast Business Unveils Innovation Lab, Collaborating With Global Technology Leaders to Scale Next-Gen Enterprise Solutions
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, April 17 -- Comcast, a cable television company, issued the following news release:
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Comcast Business Unveils Innovation Lab, Collaborating with Global Technology Leaders to Scale Next-Gen Enterprise Solutions
Inaugural programs with Dell Technologies, Digital Realty, and Expedient will fast-track enterprise technology innovation at scale
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Comcast Business, one of the fastest growing enterprise technology providers, today announced the launch of the Comcast more
CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving SpringFlower 5-in-1 Montessori Toy Set
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert on April 16, 2026:
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Name of Product: SpringFlower 5-in-1 Montessori Toy Set
Hazard: The Montessori toy sets contain an airplane shaped teething toy that has tentacle ends that can pose a choking hazard to young children. The toys also violate the teething toy provision of the mandatory standard for children's toys.
Remedy: Refund/Replace
Recall Date: April 16, 2026
Units: About 21,900
Con more
Federal Reserve Bank of New York President Williams Issues Remarks at Federal Home Loan Bank of New York 2026 Member Symposium
NEW YORK, April 17 -- The Federal Reserve Bank of New York issued the following remarks on April 16, 2026, by President and CEO John C. Williams at the Federal Home Loan Bank of New York Member Symposium:
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The Cosmos
As prepared for delivery
Introduction
Good morning. It's great to be here today. I last spoke at this event two years ago, just a few days after a total solar eclipse. Today, I'm here less than a week after the conclusion of the Artemis II moon voyage. Perhaps it has somet more
FIS Leads Core Banking Modernization for Second Straight Year, Everest Group Core Banking Report Finds
JACKSONVILLE, Florida, April 17 (TNSxrep) -- FIS, a financial technology company, issued the following news release:
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FIS Leads Core Banking Modernization for Second Straight Year, Everest Group Core Banking Report Finds
* For the second consecutive year, FIS has been ranked #1 in the Everest Group Top 50(TM) Core Banking Technology Providers 2026 report, the industry's leading independent benchmark of core banking platform scale, innovation, and global reach.
* In addition to the #1 ov more
Gap Inc. and Microsoft Research Explores How Human-Centered AI Training Key to Enterprise Adoption
SAN FRANCISCO, California, April 17 [Category: BizConsumer Services] -- Gap, a retailer of clothing and accessories, posted the following news release on April 16, 2026:
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Gap Inc. and Microsoft Research Explores How Human-Centered AI Training Key to Enterprise Adoption
Pioneering study highlights how mindset - not just access - shapes AI enablement
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Gap Inc. (NYSE: GAP) today announced new research conducted in partnership with Microsoft that offers a real-world look at how employees more
Gartner Says Organizations With Successful AI Initiatives Invest Up to Four Times More in Data and Analytics Foundations
STAMFORD, Connecticut, April 17 (TNSrep) -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following news release on April 16, 2026:
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Gartner Says Organizations with Successful AI Initiatives Invest Up to Four Times More in Data and Analytics Foundations
Through 2030, the D&A Leader's Mandate is to Deliver New Trusted Data, Context Foundations and Perceptive Intelligence
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Organizations that report successful AI initiatives invest up to four times more (as more
Geopolitical Risk Concerns Surge for Corporate Treasurers, According to 2026 Tradeweb ICD Portal Client Survey
NEW YORK, April 17 (TNSrep) -- Tradeweb Markets, a builder and operator of global fixed income and derivatives marketplaces, issued the following news release on April 16, 2026:
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Geopolitical Risk Concerns Surge for Corporate Treasurers, According to 2026 Tradeweb ICD Portal Client Survey
Treasurers increase money market fund allocations amid rising volatility, while AI adoption accelerates and interest in tokenized assets grows
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Tradeweb Markets Inc. (Nasdaq: TW), a global leader in more
Geopolitical Tensions and AI Demands Drive Global Office Fit-Out Costs Up 6%
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 17 (TNSrep) -- Jones Lang LaSalle, a real estate and investment management company, issued the following news release:
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Geopolitical tensions and AI demands drive global office fit-out costs up 6%
JLL's 2026 Global Office Fit-Out Cost Guide reveals rising M&E, labor and technology costs are creating a complex new environment for corporate occupiers
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The global average cost of fitting out an office has increased by 2% to 6% across regions over the past year, dr more
Georgia Institute of Technology School of Public Policy Internet Governance Project: AI, Project Glasswing, and the Changing Institutional Economics of Bugs
ATLANTA, Georgia, April 17 -- The Georgia Institute of Technology School of Public Policy Internet Governance Project issued the following commentary:
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AI, Project Glasswing, and the Changing Institutional Economics of Bugs
By Brenden Kuerbis
On April 7, Anthropic published a 244-page system card for a model that will not be made generally available for now. Claude Mythos Preview, the company's newest frontier model, is "capable of identifying and then exploiting zero-day vulnerabilitie more
GitLab Extends Agentic AI With New Automated Security Remediation, Pipeline Setup, and Delivery Analytics
SAN FRANCISCO, California, April 17 -- GitLab, an AI-powered development, security and operations platform for software innovation, issued the following news release on April 16, 2026:
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GitLab Extends Agentic AI with New Automated Security Remediation, Pipeline Setup, and Delivery Analytics
* Agentic SAST Vulnerability Resolution is now generally available, automatically generating ready-to-merge code fixes and helping resolve vulnerabilities before they reach production.
* Two new agen more
House Committee Chairman Moolenaar Issues Opening Statement: China's Chip Smuggling is a Threat to America
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following opening statement on April 16, 2026, at a hearing entitled "China's Campaign to Steal America's AI Edge":
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"China's smuggling of advanced AI chips is a pervasive threat facing law enforcement. In several cases over the past year, the Trump Administration disrupted multiple smuggling rings that so more
International Journalism Festival: Follow Along From Afar
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Pulitzer Center, an organization that say it combines journalism and engagement, posted the following statement on April 16, 2026, by development assistant Cate Riccio:
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International Journalism Festival: Follow Along From Afar
As champions of independent journalism, the Pulitzer Center values every opportunity to provide training and resources to journalists globally. This week, we joined journalists and news partners in Perugia, Italy--an ancient hilltop city th more
KnowledgeWorks: Designing for Humanity as AI Saturates Education Systems
CINCINNATI, Ohio, April 17 -- KnowledgeWorks issued the following article:
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Designing for Humanity as AI Saturates Education Systems
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
* As AI becomes a constant presence in learning, education systems face a higher-stakes question about how to protect relationships, agency and what makes learning human
* Drawing on KnowledgeWorks' forecast on the future of learning and a new report from the Brookings Institution, we explore how unchecked efficiency and automation can quie more
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory: Looking Into the Void to Cancel Out Material Instabilities
LIVERMORE, California, April 17 (TNSjou) -- The U.S. Department of Energy Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory issued the following news:
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Looking into the void to cancel out material instabilities
Picture two materials sandwiched together. The boundary between them may appear flat, but, in reality, it is full of tiny bumps and dents.
Suddenly, the materials are hit with a shockwave. If that wave hits a bump in the material interface, it slows down. If it hits a dent, it accelerates f more
NAS President Marcia McNutt to Deliver Annual State of the Science Address on June 2
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine issued the following news release on April 16, 2026:
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NAS President Marcia McNutt to Deliver Annual State of the Science Address on June 2
National Academy of Sciences President Marcia McNutt will discuss the status of the United States' research enterprise, global leadership in science, and implications for economic competitiveness in the third State of the Science address, to be delivered on June 2 in more
NetApp Collaborates With Google Cloud to Power Data Infrastructure for Distributed Cloud
SUNNYVALE, California, April 17 -- NetApp, a provider of software, systems and services to manage and store data, issued the following news release on April 16, 2026:
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NetApp Collaborates with Google Cloud to Power Data Infrastructure for Distributed Cloud
Collaboration delivers a secure data platform to power AI and sovereignty in private clouds
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NetApp(R) (NASDAQ: NTAP), the Intelligent Data Infrastructure company, today announced that it has expanded its collaboration with Google C more
On Senate Floor, Murray Blasts Trump's Budget Request and Speaks About Path Forward for FY27 Appropriations
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, vice chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, issued the following news release on April 16, 2026:
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On Senate Floor, Murray Blasts Trump's Budget Request and Speaks About Path Forward for FY27 Appropriations
Today, U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Vice Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, took to the Senate floor to speak about President Trump's fiscal year 2027 budget request--and to outline the challenges ahead for more
Penn State-Great Valley: How AI is Changing Sports - Data Analysts Discussed Game-changing Tech
MALVERN, Pennsylvania, April 17 -- Pennsylvania State University Great Valley campus issued the following news:
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How AI is changing sports: Data analysts discussed game-changing tech
Sports analytics experts shared how AI provides insights for coaches, scouts, players and fans
By Allison S. Duncan
Penn State Great Valley celebrated the beginning of the spring sports season with an educational and networking event, "AI in Action: Transforming the Sports Industry" on March 24. The event more
Ranking Member Raskin Introduces Dual Resolutions Demanding Trump Comply With Constitution's Foreign and Domestic Emoluments Clauses Amid a 'Rampage of Presidential Profiteering and Plunder'
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on April 16, 2026:
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Ranking Member Raskin Introduces Dual Resolutions Demanding Trump Comply with Constitution's Foreign and Domestic Emoluments Clauses Amid a "Rampage of Presidential Profiteering and Plunder"
Resolutions Target Trump's Business Entanglements with UAE in Violation of the Foreign Emoluments Clause and Crooked Demand for $10 Billion Tax more
Reimagining Chip Design - From Spec to Signoff With Cadence AI Super Agents
SAN JOSE, California, April 17 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Cadence Design Systems, a provider of electronic design automation and semiconductor intellectual property, issued the following news release:
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Reimagining Chip Design - From Spec to Signoff with Cadence AI Super Agents
At CadenceLIVE Silicon Valley 2026, Cadence took a major step toward fully autonomous chip design--introducing two powerful new AI Super Agents that complete an end-to-end chip design flow. The ViraStack more
Rep. Carson Issues Opening Statement at Hearing on China's Campaign to Steal America's AI Edge
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. Andre Carson, D-Indiana, a member of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following opening statement on April 16, 2026, at a hearing entitled "China's Campaign to Steal America's AI Edge":
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Transcript of Representative Andre Carson's Opening Statement from Hearing on China's Campaign to Steal America's AI Edge
The House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U more
SC State Students Apply AI to Real-world Business Challenge in BECT Competition as Top Teams Emerge
ORANGEBURG, South Carolina, April 17 -- South Carolina State University issued the following news:
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SC State students apply AI to real-world business challenge in BECT competition as top teams emerge
Eight student teams competed in two rounds, advancing AI-driven analysis, strategy and career-ready skills.
Author: Sam Watson, Executive Director of Strategic Communications & Marketing
South Carolina State University students put their analytical and problem-solving skills on display in more
Select Committee Investigation Reveals China's History of AI Chip Smuggling and Model Distillation
WASHINGTON, April 17 (TNSrep) -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following news release on April 16, 2026:
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Select Committee Investigation Reveals China's History of AI Chip Smuggling and Model Distillation
Today, the Select Committee on China released a new investigation, Buy What It Can, Steal What It Must: China's Campaign to Acquire Frontier AI Capabiliti more
Sen. Hassan Presses Leading AI Voice Cloning Companies to Prevent Exploitation by Scammers
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Sen. Maggie Hassan, D-New Hampshire, ranking member of the Joint Economic Committee, issued the following news release:
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Senator Hassan Presses Leading AI Voice Cloning Companies to Prevent Exploitation by Scammers
Requests Come as FBI Newly Reports Victims Lost $893 Million to AI-Related Scams in 2025
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U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan (D-NH), as part of her comprehensive investigations into scams as Ranking Member of the Joint Economic Committee, today pressed four more
Sen. Whitehouse Calls for Answers About Musk-backed XAI's Pattern of Operating Illegal Data Center Gas Plants
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-Rhode Island, ranking member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, issued the following news release on April 15, 2026:
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Whitehouse Calls for Answers About Musk-backed xAI's Pattern of Operating Illegal Data Center Gas Plants
xAI operated dozens of unpermitted gas turbines in vulnerable communities
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U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works (EPW), tod more
Senate Foreign Relations Committee Chairman Risch Issues Statement at Nominations Hearing for 5 of President Trump Nominees
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Sen. James Risch, R-Idaho, chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following news release on April 16, 2026:
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Chairman Risch Opening Statement at Nominations Hearing for Five of President Trump's Nominees
U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho), chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, today gave the following opening remarks at a full committee nomination hearing. Witnesses included John Breslow to be ambassador to Cyprus, Fleet White more
Stanford's FutureLaw Explores What Comes Next as AI Reshapes the Law
STANFORD, California, April 17 -- Stanford University Law School issued the following news:
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Stanford's FutureLaw Explores What Comes Next as AI Reshapes the Law
Scholars and AI industry leaders gather at Stanford Law School for a week of conferences, workshops, conversations, and competitions; Professor Daniel Ho receives the 2026 Codex Prize for his groundbreaking research
By Monica Schreiber
By now, few people in law need to be told that AI is changing the profession. The more urgen more
State Dept. Fact Sheet: U.S. and Philippines Plan the Launch of Historic 4,000 Acre Economic Security Zone to Shore Up Supply Chains
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following fact sheet on April 16, 2026:
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U.S. and Philippines Plan the Launch of Historic 4,000 Acre Economic Security Zone to Shore Up Supply Chains
* Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg today announced the United States' and the Philippines' plans to establish a 4,000-acre industrial hub to secure inputs vital to American and global supply chains. The site is located in the Luzon Economic Corridor of t more
State Dept.: Finland Joins Pax Silica Initiative
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following news release on April 16, 2026:
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Finland Joins Pax Silica Initiative
On April 16, Finland joined the Pax Silica Initiative, hailing a growing geopolitical consensus that economic security is national security and national security is economic security. Finland brings to Pax Silica key capabilities in trusted technology such as advanced mobile communications, AI, and critical mineral mining and processing.
Finland's M more
State Dept.: U.S. and The Philippines Launch Plans for 4,000-Acre Economic Security Zone to Shore Up Supply Chains - First AI-Native Industrial Acceleration Hub Under Pax Silica
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following news release on April 16, 2026:
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The United States and The Philippines Launch Plans for 4,000-Acre Economic Security Zone to Shore Up Supply Chains: First AI-Native Industrial Acceleration Hub Under Pax Silica
On April 16, the Philippines joined the Pax Silica initiative, launched by the United States and thirteen other nations, hailing a growing geopolitical consensus that economic security is national security and n more
Subcommittee Chairman Burlison Opens Roundtable on Artificial Intelligence and American Prosperity
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. Eric Burlison, R-Missouri, chairman of the House Oversight and Government Reform Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Energy Policy and Regulatory Affairs, issued the following news release on April 16, 2026:
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Burlison Opens Roundtable on Artificial Intelligence and American Prosperity
Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Energy Policy, and Regulatory Affairs Chairman Eric Burlison (R-Mo.) delivered his opening statement at today's joint subcommittee roundtable on "A more
U.S. Consumer Healthcare Market Reaches $107 Billion as Americans Double Down on Proactive Wellness
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 17 (TNSxrep) -- Circana, a company that says it is a leading advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior, issued the following news release:
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U.S. Consumer Healthcare Market Reaches $107 Billion as Americans Double Down on Proactive Wellness
As consumers holistically and proactively navigate their physical and mental health, wellness has moved far beyond reactionary purchasing and treating symptoms
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The latest State of Consumer Healthcare study from Circana more
UNC-School of Medicine Issues Newsworthy From the School of Medicine for Week of April 10-16, 2026
CHAPEL HILL, North Carolina, April 17 -- The University of North Carolina School of Medicine issued the following wrapup, Newsworthy From the School of Medicine for Week of April 10-16, 2026:
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Newsworthy from the School of Medicine, Week of April 10 - April 16
The below clickable headlines link directly to outside media outlets, which featured UNC School of Medicine faculty starting Friday, April 10, 2026.
UNC research contributes to new drug for rare condition; Hillsborough boy part of more
University of Cincinnati: 1819 Partnership Gives Students Direct Path to AI Careers
CINCINNATI, Ohio, April 17 -- The University of Cincinnati posted the following news:
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New 1819 partnership gives students direct path to AI careers
Tata Consultancy Services and Salesforce to put graduates to work
By Diana Lara, laradm@ucmail.uc.edu
A new partnership at the University of Cincinnati 1819 Innovation Hub could give students something many graduates want most: A direct route from the classroom to a high-demand tech job. UC has partnered with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS more
University of Cincinnati: Health Care Industry is Hiring Despite a Job Market That Has Cooled
CINCINNATI, Ohio, April 17 -- The University of Cincinnati posted the following news:
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Health care industry is hiring despite a job market that has cooled
UC professors say the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact demand for nurses
By Cedric Ricks, 260-415-8554, cedric.ricks@uc.edu
Scripps News reports that the US labor market is showing signs of strain with hiring in many professions cooling. One bright spot is among health care workers, who remain in demand.
The U.S. economy added more
University of Colorado Boulder Leeds School of Business: Exploring the Future of Business School Education - Insights From AACSB President Lily Bi
BOULDER, Colorado, April 17 -- The University of Colorado Boulder Leeds School of Business issued the following news:
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Exploring the Future of Business School Education: Insights from AACSB President Lily Bi
Only 5-6% of business schools worldwide--including Leeds--hold AACSB accreditation, a highly selective marker of excellence in business education. During her visit, AACSB President and CEO Lily Bi explored how global demographics, geopolitics and technology are reshaping the future o more
University of Michigan: AI Helps Instructors Give Better Feedback But Can't Replace Them
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, April 17 (TNSjou) -- The University of Michigan issued the following news:
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AI helps instructors give better feedback but can't replace them
Written By: Emily France, Computer Science and Engineering
A randomized trial in a large economics course found that AI-mediated feedback improved students' revisions when teaching assistants stayed in control
Key takeaways
* AI tool FeedbackWriter suggests rubric-aligned feedback on student essays, but teaching assistants de more
UNO Study Reveals How Students Collaborate With AI and What It Means for the Future Workforce
OMAHA, Nebraska, April 17 -- The University of Nebraska Omaha Campus issued the following news:
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UNO Study Reveals How Students Collaborate with AI and What It Means for the Future Workforce
Workforce readiness increasingly depends on knowing how to collaborate with AI, not just extract answers from it.
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As generative AI tools rapidly reshape the workplace, universities are exploring how to prepare students to collaborate effectively with these technologies.
A new study from research more
Virginia Commonwealth University: Students Find Inspiration During Renowned Research Conference's Visit to Richmond
RICHMOND, Virginia, April 17 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news:
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Students find inspiration during renowned research conference's visit to Richmond
Nearly 500 VCU undergrads shared their research during the three-day National Conference on Undergraduate Research, which drew a record-setting 5,000-plus students from across the U.S.
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Virginia Commonwealth University, for the first time in its history, hosted the largest and most prestigious undergraduate resea more
Virginia Tech: AI Models Lean on Autism Stereotypes When Giving Social Advice, Study Finds
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, April 17 (TNSjou) -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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AI models lean on autism stereotypes when giving social advice, new study finds
Users who disclose autism to artificial intelligence agents when seeking social advice raise complex questions about bias, stereotypes, and trustworthiness, the study finds.
By Tonia Moxley
When people ask ChatGPT and other artificial intelligence models for advice, they often share deeply personal details in hopes of gett more
2025-2026 Golden Bishop Awards
DELAWARE, Ohio, April 16 -- Ohio Wesleyan University issued the following news release:
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2025-2026 Golden Bishop Awards
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DELAWARE, Ohio - Ohio Wesleyan University is honoring students with Golden Bishop Awards in recognition of their outstanding achievements in leadership, community service, and campus involvement during the current academic year.
The Golden Bishops were presented April 13, with WCSA President Raazia Aamir and Vice President Taylor Thompson serving as the event hosts more
75% of homebuyers expect AI in process but still want "human in the loop"
IRVINE, California, April 16 [Category: BizReal Estate] -- Cotality (formerly CoreLogic) issued the following news release:
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75% of homebuyers expect AI in process but still want "human in the loop"
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* U.S. homebuyer confidence has fallen from 83% to 72% year-on-year
* Half of Gen Z see AI as key to navigating today's market
* 44% of homebuyers would pay for a human expert to verify AI decisions
IRVINE, Calif., April 16, 2026 - 75% of buyers assume AI plays a role in the homeb more
A bold, new chapter begins at Kentucky State University
FRANKFORT, Kentucky, April 16 -- Kentucky State University issued the following news:
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A bold, new chapter begins at Kentucky State University
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Enacted legislation and historic state investment position the University for focused growth
FRANKFORT, Ky. -With Senate Bill 185 enacted and related action on state funding in place, Kentucky State University is entering an important period in its ongoing evolution as Kentucky's only public HBCU and 1890 land-grant institution.
The law es more
A new hub for AI-driven RNA research
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, April 16 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news:
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A new hub for AI-driven RNA research
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Researchers from across the University of Pennsylvania and beyond gathered in early April to celebrate the opening of the U.S. National Science Foundation Artificial Intelligence-driven RNA BioFoundry (NSF AIRFoundry), an $18-million effort to leverage AI to improve, accelerate, and scale the design, manufacture, and delivery of RNA.
First announced more
Academic honors abound across the global network
BOSTON, Massachusetts, April 16 -- Northeastern University issued the following news:
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Academic honors abound across the global network
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Academic honors abound for students and faculty across the global network
Each year, Northeastern celebrates students and faculty who have demonstrated excellence in scholarship, research, or teaching.
by Cyrus Moulton April 16, 2026
It was hard to tell whether Northeastern student Sima Bou Jawde or her brother Samer were more excited when they more
AECOM becomes a policy partner to Transport Australia
LOS ANGELES, California, April 16 [Category: BizEngineering] -- AECOM, an infrastructure firm, issued the following news release:
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AECOM becomes a policy partner to Transport Australia
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MELBOURNE (April 16, 2026) -AECOM, the trusted global infrastructure leader, today announced its appointment as an inaugural productivity policy partner to Transport Australia. AECOM has joined Transport Australia's productivity policy working group, drawing on the Company's deep expertise in advising a more
AI tools to help vision-impaired are good, but could be better
ITHACA, New York, April 16 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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AI tools to help vision-impaired are good, but could be better
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Artificial intelligence is touching nearly every aspect of life - including assistive technology for blind and low-vision (BLV) individuals.
And just like in other arenas, the AI used to assist BLV people is good - but far from perfect.
In a study involving 20 vision-impaired participants, researchers at Cornell Tech found that the large langu more
American Energy Alliance Leads Coalition Letter in Support of American Energy Security and Competitiveness
WASHINGTON, April 16 [Category: Energy] -- The American Energy Alliance posted the following news release:
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American Energy Alliance Leads Coalition Letter in Support of American Energy Security and Competitiveness
Today, a coalition of 24 organizations, led by the American Energy Alliance, sent a letter to President Donald Trump and members of the United States Congress, urging a disciplined, evidence-based approach to rail regulation to ensure American energy security and economic comp more
American Express to Acquire Hyper, Adding to Its AI Expertise and Expense Management Capabilities
NEW YORK, April 16 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- American Express posted the following news release:
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American Express to Acquire Hyper, Adding to Its AI Expertise and Expense Management Capabilities
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NEW YORK -American Express today announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Hypercard (Hyper), an agentic expense management company, adding to Amex's AI expertise and capabilities across its commercial services business. Hyper's team of AI experts will help America more
Annual Student Book Festival, Graduation Celebration for UBalt's MFA in Creative Writing and Publishing Arts Set for May 9
BALTIMORE, Maryland, April 16 -- The University of Baltimore posted the following news:
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Annual Student Book Festival, Graduation Celebration for UBalt's MFA in Creative Writing and Publishing Arts Set for May 9
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iT's the culmination of an 'uncanny process' of creativity, hard work, friendship, and more
The University of Baltimore's acclaimed MFA in Creative Writing & Publishing Arts will host its annual reading and book fair for all graduating students on Saturday, May 9 at 2 p.m. i more
As AI-Driven Fraud Grows More Sophisticated, Advanced Digital Defense Becomes Essential
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 16 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- TransUnion, a risk information provider, issued the following news release:
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As AI-Driven Fraud Grows More Sophisticated, Advanced Digital Defense Becomes Essential
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A new TransUnion (NYSE: TRU) analysis finds that identity-based schemes and stolen credit card and fraudulent charge attacks are driving the greatest financial losses for U.S. consumers. These losses are occurring as the digital fraud landscape grows more com more
Burke, Inc. and BrandRank.AI Announce Strategic Partnership
WASHINGTON, April 16 [Category: Business] -- The Insights Association posted the following news:
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Burke, Inc. and BrandRank.AI Announce Strategic Partnership
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Burke, Inc., a global data-driven insights consultancy, and BrandRank.AI, an AI-driven brand analytics platform, announced a strategic partnership to help brands compete in a marketplace increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence.
As AI transforms how consumers discover, evaluate, and choose brands, the partnership combines more
Burlison Opens Roundtable on Artificial Intelligence and American Prosperity
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Eric Burlison, R-Missouri, issued the following news release:
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Burlison Opens Roundtable on Artificial Intelligence and American Prosperity
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WASHINGTON -Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Energy Policy, and Regulatory Affairs Chairman Eric Burlison (R-Mo.) delivered his opening statement at today's joint subcommittee roundtable on "Artificial Intelligence and American Power: Leadership, Security, and Prosperity." During his remarks, Subcommittee Chairman Burl more
Carnegie Mellon University, AI Strike Team Bring Top AI Startups to Pittsburgh for High-Stakes Draft Competition
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, April 16 -- Carnegie Mellon University posted the following news:
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Carnegie Mellon University, AI Strike Team Bring Top AI Startups to Pittsburgh for High-Stakes Draft Competition
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Carnegie Mellon University (opens in new window) 's Swartz Center for Entrepreneurship (opens in new window) and the AI Strike Team today unveiled the finalists for the Forge to Field AI Pitch Competition (opens in new window), a Draft Week event dedicated to identifying the biggest more
Chairman Bilirakis Delivers Opening Statement at Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing & Trade Hearing on Semiconductor Ecosystem & Supply Chain
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Gus Bilirakis, R-Florida, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing and Trade, issued the following opening statement on April 15, 2026, at a hearing on the semiconductor ecosystem and supply chain:
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"From consumer devices and household items to AI applications, semiconductors, or chips, are critical components to today's society and are essential to our national and economic security. Semiconductors come in many forms: more
Chairman Chuck Fleischmann Hosts Secretary Chris Wright for the FY27 DOE Budget Hearing
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Chuck Fleischmann, R-Tennessee, issued the following news release:
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Chairman Chuck Fleischmann Hosts Secretary Chris Wright for the FY27 DOE Budget Hearing
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Washington, DC - U.S. Representative Chuck Fleischmann (TN-03), Chairman of the Energy and Water Appropriations Committee, lead a hearing to discuss the Department of Energy's funding for the 2027 fiscal year.
"As Chairman of the Energy and Water Appropriations, it has been an honor to work with Secre more
Chairman Chuck Fleischmann Speaks to the National Lab Research SLAM Finalists
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Chuck Fleischmann, R-Tennessee, issued the following news release:
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Chairman Chuck Fleischmann Speaks to the National Lab Research SLAM Finalists
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Washington, DC - U.S. Representative Chuck Fleischmann (TN-03), released the statement below following his appearance prior to the Department of Energy's third annual National Lab Research SLAM competition.
Three years ago, the Department of Energy hosted a collaborative research competition displaying the vast more
Chairman Weber Delivers Opening Statement at Energy Subcommittee Hearing on American Energy and Mineral Dominance
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Randy Weber, R-Texas, issued the following news release:
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Chairman Weber Delivers Opening Statement at Energy Subcommittee Hearing on American Energy and Mineral Dominance
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Washington, D.C. \- Congressman Randy Weber (TX-14), Chairman of the Energy Subcommittee on the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee, delivered the following opening statement at today's hearing, "Subsurface Science and Technology: American Energy and Mineral Dominance."
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College of Engineering Celebrates Faculty Promotions
LOGAN, Utah, April 16 -- Utah State University issued the following news:
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College of Engineering Celebrates Faculty Promotions
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The College of Engineering at Utah State University is recognizing faculty members who have earned promotions effective at the start of the 2026-27 academic year.
The promotion and tenure process is highly demanding, reflecting years of sustained commitment, achievement and impact. These promotions honor excellence in teaching, research, outreach and servic more
Commerce, Manufacturing & Trade Subcommittee Holds Hearing on the Semiconductor Ecosystem and Supply Chain
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Gus Bilirakis, R-Florida, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing and Trade, issued the following news release on April 15, 2026:
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CMT Subcommittee Holds Hearing on the Semiconductor Ecosystem and Supply Chain
Today, Congressman Gus Bilirakis (FL-12), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade, led a hearing titled Computing Power and Competition: Examining the Semiconductor Ecosystem.
"Semico more
Connecting Sectors for More Intelligent Sensing
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, April 16 -- The University of Pittsburgh Swanson School of Engineering posted the following news:
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Connecting Sectors for More Intelligent Sensing
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The University of Pittsburgh Infrastructure Sensing Collaboration (UPISC) is excited to host its 2026 Workshop on June 2 - 3, at the Energy Innovation Center in Pittsburgh. Convened in collaboration with the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) and supported by Pitt's INfrastructure Sensing for Intelligent more
DelBene to RFK Jr.: You Are Hurting Patients for No Reason
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Suzan DelBene, D-Washington, issued the following news release:
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DelBene to RFK Jr.: You Are Hurting Patients for No Reason
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Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) demanded answers from HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., about a new program he implemented that is unnecessarily delaying and denying care to seniors in Washington.
DelBene has been a leading voice in raising the alarm about how this program could harm patients since it was announced. S more
Digital Ad Revenue Climbs to Nearly $300B as IAB Celebrates 30 Year Anniversary
NEW YORK, April 16 [Category: Media] -- The Interactive Advertising Bureau issued the following news:
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Digital Ad Revenue Climbs to Nearly $300B as IAB Celebrates 30 Year Anniversary
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Creator Advertising is Now a Core Media Channel, with Spend Reaching $37B
New York, NY - April 16, 2026 - Now in its 30th year, IAB released its 2025 Internet Advertising Revenue Report, conducted by PwC, which was first issued in 1996 and continues to serve as the industry's definitive benchmark.
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Driscoll Calls on Army to Focus on Lethality, Readiness
ARLINGTON, Virginia, April 16 [Category: National Defense] -- The Association of the U.S. Army posted the following news:
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Driscoll Calls on Army to Focus on Lethality, Readiness
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In a message to the force, Army Secretary Dan Driscoll called on every soldier and civilian employee to focus on lethality and readiness for future combat.
"We are amidst a transformation that transcends all others," Driscoll wrote. "It will be measured in months, not years or decades. It will be disruptive more
EPA Launches Water Reuse Action Plan 2.0 to Advance Agency's Core Mission and Strengthen US Industry, AI, and Energy Dominance
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release:
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EPA Launches Water Reuse Action Plan 2.0 to Advance Agency's Core Mission and Strengthen US Industry, AI, and Energy Dominance
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WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin launched the Water Reuse Action Plan (WRAP) 2.0, to harness the power of water reuse for American industry, the artificial intelligence (AI) future, and American energy dominance more
Fed Chair Nominee Warsh's Record of Flip-flopping on Key Issues Suggests He Prioritizes Politics and Wall Street Not Main Street
WASHINGTON, April 16 [Category: Financial Services] -- Better Markets, an organization that says it promotes pro-market, pro-business and pro-growth policies to help build a better financial system, posted the following news release:
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Fed Chair Nominee Warsh's Record of Flip-flopping on Key Issues Suggests He Prioritizes Politics and Wall Street Not Main Street
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Phillip Basil, Director of Economic Growth and Financial Stability for Better Markets, issued the following statement in conn more
Fedorchak joins Axios for conversation on strengthening U.S. electric grid
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Julie Fedorchak, R-North Dakota, issued the following news release:
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Fedorchak joins Axios for conversation on strengthening U.S. electric grid
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Washington, D.C. -Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak (R-ND) joined Axios reporter Hans Nichols this week for a conversation titled, "Electricity in Transition: Strengthening the Grid for What's Next." Fedorchak emphasized the importance of prioritizing reliability and affordability, the need for fair cost allocation pr more
FIFA World Cup drives global media inflation to 4.4%, WFA Outlook
BRUSSELS, Belgium, April 16 [Category: Media] -- The World Federation of Advertisers posted the following news release:
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FIFA World Cup drives global media inflation to 4.4%, WFA Outlook
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Global media price inflation looks set to increase to 4.4% for 2026, thanks largely to the impact of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to the latest wave of Outlook, WFA's biannual poll of media price inflation forecasts.
This means that average global media inflation will be significantly higher t more
First SCALE-Con hosts more than 300 in Washington, D.C.
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, April 16 -- Purdue University issued the following news release:
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First SCALE-Con hosts more than 300 in Washington, D.C.
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WASHINGTON -The nation's capital set the scene Feb. 2 and 3 for the inaugural SCALE-Con, a summit for students, faculty and industry members involved in the leading U.S. program for semiconductor workforce development in defense.
More than 300 attendees -including students and faculty of SCALE's 36 member universities -gathered at the Ron more
Five CLAS researchers shine in 2026 Discovery and Innovation awards
IOWA CITY, Iowa, April 16 -- The University of Iowa College of Liberal Arts and Sciences issued the following news:
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Five CLAS researchers shine in 2026 Discovery and Innovation awards
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The Office of the Vice President for Research Discovery and Innovation Awards continue the University of Iowa's longstanding tradition of recognizing work across research, scholarship, creative activity, public engagement, and research support.
Honorees include David Miles, associate professor of phys more
Florida State University hosts annual undergraduate research conference for ACC schools
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 16 -- Florida State University issued the following news:
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Florida State University hosts annual undergraduate research conference for ACC schools
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Florida State University hosted a national undergraduate research conference that celebrates top student researchers from across the Atlantic Coast Conference's 18 schools.
FSU's Center for Undergraduate Research and Academic Engagement (CRE) hosted the ACC's annual Meeting of the Minds from April 10-12, inviti more
Funding renewed for NSF Energy Storage Engine in Upstate New York
ITHACA, New York, April 16 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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Funding renewed for NSF Energy Storage Engine in Upstate New York
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The NSF Energy Storage Engine in Upstate New York, an initiative led by Binghamton University with Cornell serving as a core partner for technology translation, has secured $45 million in renewed funding for the next three years.
Launched in 2024, the Engine aims to accelerate battery innovation, advance commercialization, expand domestic man more
Goldman, Wyden, Velazquez Demand Answers on ICE Use of Palantir-developed Technologies to Fuel Mass Surveillance
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Daniel Goldman, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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Goldman, Wyden, Velazquez Demand Answers on ICE Use of Palantir-developed Technologies to Fuel Mass Surveillance
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Washington, D.C. \- U.S. Representatives Dan Goldman and Nydia Velazquez and Senator Ron Wyden led 30 lawmakers in demanding answers from ICE and DHS about their ongoing use of Palantir-developed technologies to collect Americans' personal data and fuel a mass surveillance ecosystem more
Governors Call for Energy Permitting Reform
WASHINGTON, April 16 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National Governors Association issued the following news release:
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Governors Call for Energy Permitting Reform
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Govs. Stitt, Shapiro, Meyer, Morrisey, Sherrill Join Forces in Philadelphia
Philadelphia - A bipartisan group of governors gathered in Philadelphia today to highlight state progress on energy innovation and to reiterate calls for federal action to streamline approvals for energy infrastructure. The ev more
Hegseth Urges Iran to 'Choose Wisely' During Epic Fury Ceasefire, Blockade
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news:
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Hegseth Urges Iran to 'Choose Wisely' During Epic Fury Ceasefire, Blockade
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The U.S. and Iran entered a two-week ceasefire in combat operations April 8, and the U.S. initiated a naval blockade in the Persian Gulf for ships that have been doing business with Iran, April 13.
During a press briefing at the Pentagon today, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth urged the new Iranian regime to make wise choices during t more
House Passes Pressley-Led Measure to Extend Temporary Protected Status for Haiti, Now Heads to Senate
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news:
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House Passes Pressley-Led Measure to Extend Temporary Protected Status for Haiti, Now Heads to Senate
Today, Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07), Co-Chair of the House Haiti Caucus, secured a major victory in the House of Representatives, passing critical legislation to extend Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haiti by a vote of 224-204. The effort, which Congresswoman Pressley championed thro more
How IBM Quantum is Enabling Healthcare and Biology Research
ARMONK, New York, April 16 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- IBM issued the following news release:
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How IBM Quantum is Enabling Healthcare and Biology Research
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YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, N.Y., April 16, 2026 - Quantum computing is at an inflection point. In recent years, quantum computers have shown the ability to run quantum programs at a scale beyond exact classical simulation. They're becoming useful tools for solving real-world problems, with provable quantum advantage close on the ho more
How QR codes can make or break the hospitality experience for older adults
TAMPA, Florida, April 16 -- The University of South Florida posted the following news:
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How QR codes can make or break the hospitality experience for older adults
By Joey Garcia, University Communications and Marketing
Older adults and technology haven't always had the smoothest relationship. From learning to use email to operating smartphones, each new wave has brought fresh challenges and frustrations. Now, mastering QR codes is the latest hurdle. USF research shows that when these i more
HPU Student Entrepreneurs Earn $30,000 in Business Plan Competition
HIGH POINT, North Carolina, April 16 -- High Point University issued the following news release:
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HPU Student Entrepreneurs Earn $30,000 in Business Plan Competition
High Point University students presented their business plans to a panel of judges and received a combined $30,000 in start-up funds at the 16 th annual HPU Business Plan Competition on April 8.
Students pitched their ideas as they competed at the Callicutt Life Skills Theater for funding to launch or develop their business more
IBM and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Expand Discovery Accelerator Institute to Advance AI and Quantum Computing
ARMONK, New York, April 16 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- IBM issued the following news release:
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IBM and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Expand Discovery Accelerator Institute to Advance AI and Quantum Computing
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ARMONK, N.Y. and URBANA-CHAMPAIGN, Ill. - April 16, 2026 - IBM (NYSE: IBM ) and the Grainger College of Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (U. of I.) today announced an expansion of the IBM-Illinois Discovery Accelerator Institute. T more
ICYMI: At Semafor World Economic Summit, Kelly Talks About Centering Workers on AI Development, Underscores Lack of Strategic Plan in Iran
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Arizona, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: At Semafor World Economic Summit, Kelly Talks About Centering Workers on AI Development, Underscores Lack of Strategic Plan in Iran
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In the wake of NASA's successful Artemis II mission, Kelly also discussed the importance of American leadership in space for the U.S. economy and national security
In case you missed it, Arizona Senator Mark Kelly sat down with CBS' Bob Costa at the Semafor Wo more
Intel Launches Intel Core Series 3 Processors: Changing the Game for Everyday Computing
SANTA CLARA, California, April 16 [Category: BizElectronic Products] -- Intel, an industry that says it creates world-changing technology that enables progress and enriches lives, issued the following news:
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Intel Launches Intel Core Series 3 Processors: Changing the Game for Everyday Computing
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What's New: Intel(r) today unveiled its new Intel Core(tm) Series 3 mobile processors, bringing advanced performance, exceptional battery life, and AI-ready to value buyers, commercial and esse more
ISSCR Announces 2026 Election Results for Vice President and Board of Directors
EVANSTON, Illinois, April 16 -- The International Society for Stem Cell Research issued the following news release:
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The ISSCR Announces 2026 Election Results for Vice President and Board of Directors
The International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR) is delighted to announce the results of its 2026 election for leadership positions, including vice president and members of the Board of Directors.
The election of this leadership cohort reflects ISSCR's continued evolution as a glo more
ISU to Offer Bachelor's in Artificial Intelligence Sciences Starting Fall 2026
POCATELLO, Idaho, April 16 -- Idaho State University posted the following news:
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ISU to Offer Bachelor's in Artificial Intelligence Sciences Starting Fall 2026
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Shared between the Departments of Mathematics & Statistics and Computer Science, the new degree will help address the growing demand for AI professionals. Employment in the field is projected to grow by 34 percent by 2034, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
"This program reflects the strong collaboration betwee more
Led by Cantwell, Bipartisan National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act Unanimously Passes Commerce Committee on World Quantum Day
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, issued the following news release:
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Led by Cantwell, Bipartisan National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act Unanimously Passes Commerce Committee on World Quantum Day
Bill authorizes federal investments vital to U.S. quantum development, a key technology for U.S. national security and global economic competitiveness
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Tuesday, on World Quantum Day, U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA), ranking member of the Se more
Making AI safer for victims of intimate partner violence
ITHACA, New York, April 16 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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Making AI safer for victims of intimate partner violence
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Conversational AI tools denied blunt requests for harmful content by researchers posing as intimate partner abusers, but these guardrails were easily circumvented when they requested the content under false pretenses, a new Cornell Tech study has found.
Investigating whether Gemini and ChatGPT can be weaponized in intimate partner violence (IPV), the more
Meink highlights need for talent, acquisition reform as keys to Space Force dominance
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The U.S. Space Force issued the following news:
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Meink highlights need for talent, acquisition reform as keys to Space Force dominance
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AFNS) -Declaring "this is the moment when our nation's Space Force comes of age," Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink said April 15 that talented, innovative personnel and acquisition transformation will fuel the service's success and dominance.
"I truly believe we have a once in a generation opportun more
Moody's Brings Decision-Grade Credit Intelligence to AWS Marketplace
SEATTLE, Washington, April 16 [Category: BizConsumer Services] -- Amazon issued the following news:
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Moody's Brings Decision-Grade Credit Intelligence to AWS Marketplace
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NEW YORK - (Business Wire) - Moody's Corporation (NYSE: MCO) today announced that its Moody's Agentic Solutions (MAS) workflows are now available through Amazon Web Services (AWS) Marketplace. Available now with the MAS Credit Memo workflow, and with additional credit and compliance capabilities to follow, Moody's dec more
NiCE Cognigy Named a Leader in Conversational AI by Independent Research Firm
NEW YORK, April 16 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- NICE, an enterprise software solutions provider, issued the following news release:
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NiCE Cognigy Named a Leader in Conversational AI by Independent Research Firm
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NiCE received the highest possible scores in 10 criteria across current offering and strategy, with a score of 4.5 out of 5 in the strategy category, and received above average customer feedback among evaluated vendors
Hoboken, N.J., April 16, 2026 - NiCE (Nasdaq: NI more
Northeastern announces commencement speakers for 2026 ceremonies
BOSTON, Massachusetts, April 16 -- Northeastern University issued the following news:
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Northeastern announces commencement speakers for 2026 ceremonies
Singer and actress Hilary Duff will hit the commencement stage at Fenway Park to speak to undergraduate students on April 29. But commencement festivities go well beyond that.
By Cody Mello-Klein
A multiplatinum global superstar and a global entrepreneur are among the many speakers at Northeastern University commencements taking pla more
Overreliance on AI programs may undermine confidence at work
WASHINGTON, April 16 [Category: Psychiatry/Psychology] (TNSjou) -- The American Psychological Association posted the following news release:
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Overreliance on AI programs may undermine confidence at work
Relying on artificial intelligence (AI) to complete work duties may not be diminishing our cognitive abilities, but it can undermine confidence in our own independent reasoning and perceived ownership of ideas, according to research published by the American Psychological Association.
T more
Palo Alto Networks Joins UAH Invention to Innovation Center as Corporate Innovation Partner
HUNTSVILLE, Alabama, April 16 -- The University of Alabama issued the following news:
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Palo Alto Networks joins UAH Invention to Innovation Center as Corporate Innovation Partner
Russ Nelson
The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), a part of The University of Alabama System, has announced that Palo Alto Networks, a global leader in cybersecurity, will join the university's Invention to Innovation Center (I2C) as a Corporate Innovation Partner, expanding collaboration in cybersecur more
Physics Underpinning Decisions: Simulation Trained AI Optimizes Tokens Per Watt
SAN JOSE, California, April 16 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Cadence Design Systems, a provider of electronic design automation and semiconductor intellectual property, issued the following news release:
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Physics Underpinning Decisions: Simulation Trained AI Optimizes Tokens per Watt
The rapid rise of AI factories is pushing data center infrastructure beyond the limits of traditional planning. Rack densities have increased by an order of magnitude, liquid cooling is becoming stan more
Prompt coaching tool raises user awareness of bias in generative AI systems
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, April 16 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news:
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Prompt coaching tool raises user awareness of bias in generative AI systems
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UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -A coaching tool built into artificial intelligence (AI)-powered systems may raise user awareness of bias in AI algorithms and help individuals better prompt generative AI tools to produce more inclusive content, according to researchers at Penn State and Oregon State University.
The resea more
Proxy Preview 2026: Shareholders' Powerful Voices Cannot Be Silenced
OAKLAND, California, April 16 -- As You Sow Foundation posted the following news release:
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Proxy Preview 2026: Shareholders' Powerful Voices Cannot Be Silenced
As the SEC attacks investor's rights, shareholders continue to be an early-warning system by demanding disclosure and long-term vision
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EL CERRITO, CALIFORNIA-APRIL 16, 2026 -Today, Proxy Preview 2026, a comprehensive annual review of environmental, social, and sustainable governance (ESG) shareholder proposals was released by more
Purdue University Northwest Professor Jose Castro-Urioste Named U.S. Fulbright Specialist
WESTVILLE, Indiana, April 16 -- Purdue University Northwest issued the following news release:
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Purdue University Northwest professor Jose Castro-Urioste named U.S. Fulbright Specialist
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) faculty member, Jose Castro-Urioste, professor of Spanish in the PNW College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences, has been named a U.S. Fulbright Specialist. This prestigious appointment recognizes academic excellence and fosters international collaboration throu more
Rinker Paladin Pitch Showcases Student Innovation at Timmons Arena
GREENVILLE, South Carolina, April 16 -- Furman University posted the following news:
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Rinker Paladin Pitch Showcases Student Innovation at Timmons Arena
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Camden Johnson '28 presents during the Rinker Paladin Pitch Competition in Timmons Arena on Thursday, April 16, 2026. Photo by Nathan Gray, Furman University.
Sophomore Camden Johnson '28 and his company Toy Aisle claimed the top prize at Furman University's Rinker Paladin Pitch Competition on April 16, earning the $10,000 Johnny Fl more
Santa Clara University Establishes the Cunningham Shoquist Center for Applied AI and Human Potential
SANTA CLARA, California, April 16 -- Santa Clara University issued the following news release on April 14, 2026:
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Santa Clara University establishes the Cunningham Shoquist Center for Applied AI and Human Potential
Accelerating its role as a leader in the application of artificial intelligence to address real-world challenges, Santa Clara University established today the Cunningham Shoquist Center for Applied AI and Human Potential.
The new Center will be a university-wide interdiscipli more
School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences 2026 Commencement Speakers
STORRS, Connecticut, April 16 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news:
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School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences 2026 Commencement Speakers
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A successful Connecticut State Representative and trained pharmacist, Tracy Marra, will address graduates during the 2026 Pharm.D. ceremony.
Born and raised in Kentucky, Representative Marra took her values of community and responsibility and her passions for academics to Butler University. Graduating in 1999 with a Phar more
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine Hold a Press Briefing
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following transcript:
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Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine Hold a Press Briefing
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SECRETARY OF WAR PETE HEGSETH: Well, good morning and, as you may have noticed, the Chairman and I are joined today by the CENTCOM commander, Admiral Bradley Cooper. He just returned from the front lines to see the troops and meet with allies and this morning, briefed us just before this briefi more
SEI CERT Division Leadership Lends Emerging Technology Insights to Cyber-Risk Oversight Handbook
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, April 16 -- Carnegie Mellon University's Software Engineering Institute posted the following news:
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SEI CERT Division Leadership Lends Emerging Technology Insights to Cyber-Risk Oversight Handbook
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In the face of rapid technology changes, managing cyber risk is central to managing business risk. Advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) have already expanded the cyber threat landscape, and quantum computing represents a potential paradigm shift for many tra more
Siena College Research Institute: NY Split on Pros and Cons of AI, By 43-37% NY'ers Say Disadvantages Are Too Great
LOUDONVILLE, New York, April 16 (TNSxrep) -- Siena College Research Institute issued the following news release on April 14, 2026:
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NY Split on Pros and Cons of AI, By 43-37% NY'ers Say Disadvantages Are Too Great
* 67% of NY'ers use AI Chatbots, 44% Use AI At Least Weekly; 48% Say Their Usage Increased Since Last Year
* Of AI Users: 56% of Say They Double-Check AI Results; 4 in 10 Use AI for Personal Reasons; 20% Pay for an AI Subscription; ChatGPT Use Leads Gemini, Copilot, and Other more
Student finds free tuition, academic exploration at UM-Flint after layoff
FLINT, Michigan, April 16 -- The University of Michigan-Flint posted the following news:
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Student finds free tuition, academic exploration at UM-Flint after layoff
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Many people return to school with the intention of starting over, searching for more or just looking for a new direction. But for some, with the right guidance, that career reboot can take them further than they ever thought possible. Take Zach Thomas of Sterling Heights, for example, whose enrollment at the University of M more
Students travel to France for this year's Simuvacation on AI
GAINESVILLE, Florida, April 16 -- The University of Florida posted the following news:
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Students travel to France for this year's Simuvacation on AI
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While most University of Florida students raced back to Gainesville at the conclusion of Spring Break, three Gators instead departed for a unique trip to France.
UF AI 2 Center Student Club members Avery Teman, Matheus Kunzler Maldaner, and Dylan Shieh participated in this year's Simuvaction on AI : AI and Education on a Global Stage.
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Subcommittee on Workforce Protections Chairman Mackenzie Holds Hearing on Understanding AI's Economic Impact on Workers and Employers
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Ryan Mackenzie, R-Pennsylvania, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Subcommittee on Workforce Protections, issued the following statement on April 15, 2026:
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Mackenzie Holds Hearing on Understanding AI's Economic Impact on Workers and Employers
Today, Workforce Protections Subcommittee Chairman Ryan Mackenzie (R-PA) delivered the following statement, as prepared for delivery, at the sixth hearing in a series examining artificial intelligence, titled more
Teaching Artificial Intelligence by Questioning It
BALTIMORE, Maryland, April 16 -- The University of Baltimore posted the following news:
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Teaching Artificial Intelligence by Questioning It
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Inside a Merrick Classroom
In Professor Mikhail Pevzner' s recent MBA economics class at the Merrick School of Business at the University of Baltimore, the conversation began with a provocation rather than a conclusion. The Professor of Accounting assigned an opinion piece in the Wall Street Journal written by U.S. Senator, Bernie Sanders, in wh more
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi: Exploring AI Together
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas, April 16 -- Texas AandM University Corpus Christi campus issued the following news:
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Exploring AI Together
Greg Chandler
As artificial intelligence accelerates into higher education, Dr. Chris Benedetti didn't want Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi faculty to face it alone. Instead of one-time workshops or policy-first conversations, Benedetti, Associate Dean of Academic and Faculty Affairs and an AI Faculty Fellow, helped launch an AI-forward Community of Pract more
Transcript of Representative Andre Carson's Opening Statement from Hearing on China's Campaign to Steal America's AI Edge
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Andre Carson, D-Indiana, issued the following news release:
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Transcript of Representative Andre Carson's Opening Statement from Hearing on China's Campaign to Steal America's AI Edge
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WASHINGTON - The House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party held a hearing titled China's Campaign to Steal America's AI Edge.
The following witnesses provided testimony:
* Dr. Kyle Chan, Fellow, Brookings more
UConn Business Students Claim 'Double Victories' at QuantumUP! Event
STORRS, Connecticut, April 16 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news:
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UConn Business Students Claim 'Double Victories' at QuantumUP! Event
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Two student teams from the UConn School of Business's Business Analytics and Project Management (MSBAPM) master's program won competitions at the QuantumUP! hackathon at the UConn Graduate Business Learning Center in Hartford on April 8, combining cutting-edge technologies, innovation, and collaboration to solve complicated tra more
UMass Amherst Center for Education Policy to Host Third Annual Civic Summit on April 30
AMHERST, Massachusetts, April 16 -- The University of Massachusetts posted the following news:
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UMass Amherst Center for Education Policy to Host Third Annual Civic Summit on April 30
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The Center for Education Policy at the University of Massachusetts Amherst College of Education will host its third annual Civic Summit on Thursday, April 30, from 5-6:30 p.m. at the Carney Family Auditorium in Furcolo Hall on N. Pleasant St. The in-person event is free and open to the public.Individuals more
URI to award honorary degrees to entrepreneurs Marc Randolph and Dan Harple, and anti-poverty advocate Kate Brewster
KINGSTON, Rhode Island, April 16 -- The University of Rhode Island posted the following news:
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URI to award honorary degrees to entrepreneurs Marc Randolph and Dan Harple, and anti-poverty advocate Kate Brewster
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KINGSTON, R.I.-April 16, 2026-Marc Randolph, co-founder and first CEO of streaming giant Netflix; Daniel L. Harple Jr., chair and CEO of Context Labs; and Katherine Angell Brewster, CEO of the Jonnycake Center for Hope in South Kingstown, will be awarded honorary degrees by th more
US, Tanzania hunt for cyber threats during JA26 cyber defense training
STUTTGART, Germany, April 16 -- The U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa, a service component of the U.S. Africa Command, issued the following news:
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US, Tanzania hunt for cyber threats during JA26 cyber defense training
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DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania -Soldiers assigned to the 200th Cyber Protection Team, U.S. Army Cyber Protection Brigade partnered with cyber operations experts of the Tanzanian People's Defence Force at the Tanzania Peacekeeping Training Centre in Dar es Salaam, M more
UW-Madison's Tech Exploration Lab: Where the classroom meets the real world
MADISON, Wisconsin, April 16 -- The University of Wisconsin posted the following news:
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UW-Madison's Tech Exploration Lab: Where the classroom meets the real world
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The lab is built around a simple expectation: Students come to build, test and refine projects with real problems in mind.
By Sarah Skwirut
At Demo Night, the public showcase for the UW Tech Exploration Lab, University of Wisconsin-Madison students presented prototypes at the intersection of emerging technology, entrepren more
Welch Joins Bicameral Legislation to Shield Home Care Workers from President Trump's Attacks on Workers' Rights to Overtime, Minimum Wage
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vermont, issued the following news release:
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Welch Joins Bicameral Legislation to Shield Home Care Workers from President Trump's Attacks on Workers' Rights to Overtime, Minimum Wage
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Bill would codify rights to minimum wage and overtime pay for home care workers
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.), a member of the Senate Finance Subcommittee on Health Care, cosponsored the Fair Wages for Home Care Workers Act, bicameral leg more
Will Artificial Intelligence Replace Human Scientists?
LOS ANGELES, California, April 16 [Category: BizHospital] -- Cedars-Sinai, a nonprofit academic healthcare organization, posted the following news:
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Will Artificial Intelligence Replace Human Scientists?
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An emerging type of artificial intelligence, known as 'agentic' AI, seems to do everything that biomedical scientists do-and often, does it faster. This next-generation technology can interpret experimental data, report the results and make decisions on its own.
Jason Moore, PhD
B more
Williams CEO: Tulsa must do more to keep companies and talent
TULSA, Oklahoma, April 16 -- The University of Tulsa posted the following news:
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Williams CEO: Tulsa must do more to keep companies and talent
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During the sold-out April Friends of Finance Executive Speaker Series luncheon at The University of Tulsa, Chad Zamarin, president and CEO of Williams, said Tulsa must compete harder for companies and talent. The city and state risk losing more employers and workers unless critical investments are made, he said.
Zamarin spoke about the future more
Celebration Ezra event honors entrepreneurs from across fields
ITHACA, New York, April 15 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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Celebration Ezra event honors entrepreneurs from across fields
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From software and AI to healthcare tech to food, cannabis and perfume and more, all of the diverse products and pathways that entrepreneurs create were celebrated April 9-10 during the yearly Celebration Ezra event on campus.
The event also honored Daniel Cane '98 as the 2026 Cornell Entrepreneur of the Year, featured pitches by the 15 student s more
Durbin, Schakowsky, Mullin Introduce Bicameral Bill To Crack Down On Illegal Robocalls
WASHINGTON, April 15 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Durbin, Schakowsky, Mullin Introduce Bicameral Bill To Crack Down On Illegal Robocalls
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April 15, 2026
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky (D-IL-09), and U.S. Representative Kevin Mullin (D-CA-15) today reintroduced the Protecting American Consumers from Robocalls Act, a bill that would help end the plague of illegal robocalls in more
Mount Sinai Researchers Highlight Advances in Cancer Science at 2026 AACR Annual Meeting in San Diego
NEW YORK, April 15 [Category: BizHospital] -- Mount Sinai Health System posted the following news release:
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Mount Sinai Researchers Highlight Advances in Cancer Science at 2026 AACR Annual Meeting in San Diego
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Researchers from the Mount Sinai Tisch Cancer Center will present pioneering discoveries across cancer biology, experimental therapeutics, and data-driven precision oncology at the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting 2026, taking place Friday, April 17 more
Samford Communication and Media Students, Faculty Explore Communication in an AI World at Regional Conference
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, April 15 -- Samford University issued the following news release:
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Samford Communication and Media Students, Faculty Explore Communication in an AI World at Regional Conference
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Students and faculty from Samford University's Department of Communication and Media participated in the 96th annual Southern States Communication Association (SSCA) Convention, April 8-12.
Themed "Comm-AI- nity : Conversations in the Age of Intelligence," the conference brought together s more
Security Industry Association Reveals Keynote and Government Expert Speakers for SIA GovSummit 2026
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 15 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Security Industry Association posted the following news release:
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Security Industry Association Reveals Keynote and Government Expert Speakers for SIA GovSummit 2026
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Gharun Lacy of the State Department will headline SIA's public policy and government security technology conference, taking place May 20-21 in Washington, D.C.
SILVER SPRING, Md.-The Security Industry Association (SIA) has revealed the keynote speaker a more
AccuWeather is About to Revolutionize Local Weather Broadcasting With the Launch of the All-New ImmersiCast Augmented Reality System
STATE COLLEGE, Pennsylvania, April 14 -- AccuWeather, a provider of commercial weather forecasting services, issued the following news release:
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AccuWeather is About to Revolutionize Local Weather Broadcasting with the Launch of the All-New ImmersiCast(TM) Augmented Reality System
Be the First Station in Your Market to Deliver Immersive, Interactive, and Unrivaled Forecasts and Displays that Catapult Local Weather Presentations Into the AI Era
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AccuWeather(R) -- the world's most trust more
Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)
FEMA's Building Resilient Infrastructure & Communities Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12609) on April 9, 2026, by Diane P. Horn, flood insurance and emergency management specialist.
Here are excerpts:
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FEMA's Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC): Recent Developments
This Insight provides a brief summary of developments related to the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) grant program in 2025 and 2026. BRIC funding wa more
Social Security Coverage of State & Local Government Employees Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, April 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R46961) on April 8, 2026, entitled "Social Security Coverage of State and Local Government Employees" by social policy analyst Zhe Li.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Social Security is the single largest federal program in terms of the number of beneficiaries as well as budget. It pays cash benefits to over 70 million beneficiaries each month, and total benefit payments are more than $136 more
Social Security Coverage of State & Local Government Employees Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, April 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R46961) on April 8, 2026, entitled "Social Security Coverage of State and Local Government Employees:"
(Continued from Part 1 of 2)
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Issues Surrounding Mandatory Coverage
Proposals to mandate Social Security coverage for newly hired state and local government employees have been part of the Social Security policy debate for years. Such proposals draw strong support and opposition from more
U.S.-Iran Ceasefire - Assessment, Reactions & Issues for Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12678) on April 9, 2026.
The white paper is written by Middle Eastern affairs specialists Clayton Thomas, Jim Zanotti and Christopher M. Blanchard:
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U.S.-Iran Ceasefire: Assessment, Reactions, and Issues for Congress
On April 7, 2026, the United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire, which may bring a temporary halt to 40 days of conflict. Attacks on and by Iran more
Year-Round Sale of E15 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN10979) on April 9, 2026, by Kelsi Bracmort, natural resources and energy policy specialist.
Here are excerpts:
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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 volatilit more
Connecting Constituents With Federal Assistance for the Arts & Humanities Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12561) on April 8, 2026, by senior research librarian Shannon S. Loane:
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Connecting Constituents with Federal Assistance for the Arts and Humanities
The National Foundation on the Arts and the Humanities is the primary vehicle for federal support for the arts and the humanities. Established in 1965, the foundation currently consists of three agencies: the Institute of Muse more
Financial Inclusion - Access to Bank Accounts Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11631) on April 8, 2026, by financial economics analyst Karl E. Schneider.
Here are excerpts:
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Financial Inclusion: Access to Bank Accounts
Most U.S. consumers choose to open a bank account, such as a checking or savings account, because it is considered a safe and secure way to store money, particularly as the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) insures up to $2 more
Resolutions of Inquiry in the House Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12539) on April 8, 2026, by Congress and legislative process analyst Christopher M. Davis:
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Resolutions of Inquiry in the House
A resolution of inquiry is a simple House resolution (H.Res.) making a direct request or demand of the President and/or the head of an executive department to provide to the House specific factual information in the Administration's possession.
Un more
Russia's Security Operations in Africa Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12389) on April 8, 2026.
The white paper is written by African affairs specialists Alexis Arieff and Lauren Ploch Blanchard, Middle Eastern affairs specialist Christopher M. Blanchard and Russian and European affairs analyst Andrew S. Bowen.
Here are excerpts:
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Russia's Security Operations in Africa
Thousands of Russian security personnel have deployed to Africa over the more
Section 179D Energy Efficient Commercial Buildings Deduction Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12862) on April 8, 2026, by public finance analyst Nicholas E. Buffie:
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The Section 179D Energy Efficient Commercial Buildings Deduction
The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA; P.L. 117-169) enacted or modified 20 energy-related tax credits. These credits subsidize clean energy production and increased energy efficiency, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and ther more
Tax Credit Exception for Leased Electric Vehicles Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12603) on April 7, 2026, by public finance analyst Nicholas E. Buffie.
Here are excerpts:
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Tax Credit Exception for Leased Electric Vehicles
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA; P.L. 117-169) created or modified three tax credits for purchases of electric vehicles (EVs): the clean vehicle credit (CVC), the used clean vehicle credit (UCVC), and the credit for qualified commer more
U.S. Army's Long-Range Hypersonic Weapon - Dark Eagle Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 9 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11991) on April 7, 2026, by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert and Army fellow Ebrima M'Bai.
Here are excerpts:
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The U.S. Army's Long-Range Hypersonic Weapon (LRHW): Dark Eagle
What Is the Army's Long-Range Hypersonic Weapon?
The Army's Long-Range Hypersonic Weapon (LRHW) - also known as Dark Eagle (Figure 1) - with a reported range of 1,725 miles, consist more
Supreme Court Limits Secondary Copyright Liability for Internet Service Providers Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 8 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11416) on April 7, 2026, by legislative attorney Kevin J. Hickey:
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Supreme Court Limits Secondary Copyright Liability for Internet Service Providers
On March 25, 2026, the Supreme Court issued its decision in Cox Communications v. Sony Music Entertainment (Cox), which limited the liability of internet service providers (ISPs) for the copyright infringements of their more
4.9 GHz Public Safety Band - Competing Views on Use Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12766) on April 7, 2026, by telecommunications policy specialist Jill C. Gallagher:
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4.9 GHz Public Safety Band: Competing Views on Use
During the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, public safety agencies could not communicate effectively with one another, partly because high call volumes exceeded the capacity of local public safety radio systems. The 9/11 Commission more
Cyber and Artificial Intelligence Provisions in the FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13197) on April 7, 2026, by Catherine A. Theohary, national security policy, cyber and information operations specialist and Kelley M. Sayler, advanced technology and global security specialist:
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Cyber and Artificial Intelligence Provisions in the FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)
The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 (FY2026 NDAA; P.L. more
Iran's Nuclear Program & UN Sanctions Reimposition Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11583) on April 6, 2026, by nonproliferation specialist Paul K. Kerr:
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Iran's Nuclear Program and UN Sanctions Reimposition
UN Security Council Resolution 2231 (2015), which the council adopted on July 20, 2015, implements the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and contains other provisions concerning Iran's nuclear program, Tehran's development of missiles, and ar more
South Korea - Background & U.S. Relations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10165) on April 6, 2026.
The white paper is written by Asian affairs specialist Mark E. Manyin, foreign affairs analyst Daniel J. Longo and international trade and finance analyst Liana Wong.
Here are excerpts:
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South Korea: Background and U.S. Relations
Overview
South Korea (officially the Republic of Korea, or ROK) is one of the United States' most important strategic more
U.S. Army's Infantry Squad Vehicle Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13092) on April 6, 2026, by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert and Army fellow Ebrima M'Bai.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S. Army's Infantry Squad Vehicle
The Infantry Squad Vehicle (ISV)
The ISV (Figure 1) is a lightweight, unarmored ground transport vehicle developed by GM Defense (headquartered in Detroit, MI) intended to enhance the mobility of Army Mobile B more
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules
14 State Attorneys General Support DOJ Proposed Rule to Review Bar Complaints Against Federal Attorneys
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- A group of 14 state attorneys general submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Justice supporting a proposed rule that would establish a federal review process for bar complaints and ethics allegations against department attorneys.
The letter outlines concerns about politically driven efforts to leverage bar complaints against DOJ attorneys, which have escalated in recent years. Groups such as the Legal Accountability Center, the 65 Project, and the Ca more
18 House Members Urge CMS to Address Medicare Advantage Funding Disparities in Puerto Rico
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- A group of 18 House members submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services urging the agency to rectify funding disparities in the Calendar Year 2027 Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Program rates that affect Puerto Rico's Medicare beneficiaries. The letter highlights concerns that the proposed Medicare Advantage rate increase of 0.09% is inadequate to meet the complex healthcare needs of Puerto Rico's senior more
23 House Members Oppose Rescission of Placement Protections for LGBTQI+ Foster Youth
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- A group of 23 House members has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services opposing the rescission of the "Designated Placement Requirements Under Titles IV-E and IV-B for LGBTQI+ Children" rule by its Administration for Children and Families (ACF) agency. The letter calls on ACF to maintain protections ensuring foster youth who identify as LGBTQI+ have access to safe, affirming, and appropriate placements within the child welfare s more
24 State Attorneys General Oppose DOJ Rule on State Bar Complaints Against Federal Lawyers
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- A group of 24 state attorneys general has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Justice regarding the review of state bar complaints about DOJ attorneys. The letter expresses concerns that the proposed rule, which would allow DOJ to request suspension of state bar investigations pending an internal DOJ review, undermines states' longstanding authority to regulate attorney conduct.
The Attorneys General emphasize that state courts and disciplinary bo more
27 State Attorneys General Urge FTC to Set Federal Standards on Unfair Rental Housing Fees
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- A coalition of 27 state attorneys general has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Trade Commission urging the agency to initiate rulemaking addressing unfair or deceptive rental housing fee practices. The letter responds to the FTC's Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Unfair or Deceptive Rental Housing Fee Practices. The coalition emphasized the harm these practices inflict on consumers and the adverse effects on competition in the rental housing marke more
38 Calif. Congress Members Opposes Offshore Oil Leasing in Southern and Central California OCS Planning Areas
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- A group of 38 California congressional members submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior expressing opposition to the consideration of offshore oil and gas leasing in the Southern and Central California Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Planning Areas. The legislators raised concerns following the initiation of a public comment period focused on the potential expansion of lease activities in these regions, separate from the earlier 60-day review more
4 U.S. Senators Urge Education Department to Strengthen Workforce Pell Grant Program Regulations
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- A group of 4 U.S. senators submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education regarding the agency's proposed regulations to expand Pell Grant eligibility to short-term workforce training programs. The senators emphasized the need to protect students from exploitation and ensure that Pell funds are invested in high-quality programs that lead to gainful employment.
The lawmakers noted the growing number of postsecondary students who are older, working w more
Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine Coalition Seeks Clarifications on Higher Education Accountability and Workforce Pell Rules
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine Coalition (AHM Coalition) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education regarding its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) on Accountability in Higher Education and Access through Demand (AHEAD) and the implementation of Workforce Pell and related Pell Grant provisions. The coalition was seeking clarifications to ensure that the final regulations fairly accommodate the unique characteristics of their speciali more
Agilon Health Physician Network Raises Concerns Over Medicare Advantage CY2027 Payment Proposals
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The Agilon Health Physician Network submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) expressing concerns about the proposed Calendar Year (CY) 2027 payment updates and policy changes for Medicare Advantage (MA). While supporting CMS's goals to enhance value-based care, prevention, and chronic disease management, the Network warned the proposed updates risk creating substantial downward financial pressure on providers caring for Medic more
Alliance for Electric School Buses Urges EPA to Prioritize Funding for Electric School Bus Program
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The Alliance for Electric School Buses submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the Clean School Bus Program. The coalition urged the EPA to continue prioritizing zero-emission electric school buses for funding, emphasizing the overwhelming demand and significant health and environmental benefits associated with these vehicles.
The Alliance highlighted that 91% of previous Clean School Bus Program applicants chose battery-op more
Consortium for Constituents With Disabilities Supports National Center to Improve Literacy for Students With Disabilities
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The Consortium for Constituents with Disabilities submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education regarding proposed priorities under the Comprehensive Centers Program. The Consortium expressed support for Proposed Priority 3, which includes plans to fund a National Center focused on Improving Literacy for Students with Disabilities.
The Consortium highlighted ongoing challenges faced by students with disabilities, noting that these students continu more
Consumer Federation of America, National Consumer Law Center, National Consumers League Urge FTC for Stronger Negative Option Rule to Protect Subscription Consumers
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The Consumer Federation of America, the National Consumer Law Center, and the National Consumers League submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Trade Commission advocating for a comprehensive rule to address modern negative option subscription plans. The consumer advocates highlighted widespread unfair and deceptive practices in subscription services causing substantial financial harm, especially among younger consumers.
The letter emphasized that current subscr more
Council of Recognized Accrediting Commissions Urges Flexible Oversight for Workforce Pell Programs
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The Council of Recognized Accrediting Commissions submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education regarding the notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) on Accountability in Higher Education and Access Through Demand-Driven Workforce Pell (AHEAD). The council represents agencies that accredit nearly 3,000 postsecondary degree-granting institutions nationwide, including public, private nonprofit, and private for-profit schools.
In the letter, C-RAC expre more
Food & Beverage Industry Coalition Urges FDA To Maintain Approval of BHA as Food Additive
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The Food & Beverage Issue Alliance submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding the agency's request for information on butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA). The letter urges the FDA to retain its existing authorizations for the use of BHA in foods, citing extensive scientific evidence that supports the ingredient's safety for human consumption.
FBIA highlighted BHA's longstanding history of authorized use under multiple FDA regula more
Green Scissors Coalition Submits Public Comment on 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit Rule to IRS
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Green Scissors, a coalition of environmental and taxpayer advocacy groups, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service regarding the proposed rule for the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. The coalition expressed concerns about the potential for misuse of taxpayer funds through this tax credit, particularly following expansions implemented by the 2025 One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which are projected to incre more
Jobs & Careers Coalition Urges Adjustments in Workforce Pell Grant Regulations
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The Jobs and Careers Coalition submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education regarding proposed regulations for the Workforce Pell Grant program. The coalition expressed support for the expansion of Pell Grant eligibility to short-term career-oriented educational programs as outlined in H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, but also raised concerns about specific proposals in the notice of proposed rulemaking.
The Workforce Pell program is desig more
MAPRx Coalition Urges CMS for Enhanced Beneficiary Protections and Payment Accuracy in Medicare Part D
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The MAPRx Coalition has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services regarding the Contract Year 2027 Medicare Advantage and Part D Advance Notice of Methodological Changes. The coalition emphasizes concerns over Part D payment accuracy and calls for improved beneficiary protections amid ongoing Medicare Part D redesign efforts.
MAPRx highlighted the persistent challenge of misaligned Part D payments with actual risk, noting this crea more
N.H. Immigrant Rights Network Opposes EOIR Interim Final Rule on Immigration Appeals
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The New Hampshire Immigrant Rights Network submitted a public comment letter to the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) expressing opposition to the agency's Interim Final Rule (IFR) on appellate procedures for the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA). The letter criticizes EOIR for issuing the IFR without following established rulemaking procedures that allow for prior comment and challenge, contending that the rule's implementation undermines due process protec more
National Council for Workforce Education Offers Recommendations on Workforce Pell Proposed Rulemaking
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The National Council for Workforce Education submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education regarding the department's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) on Workforce Pell program regulations. NCWE shared recommendations aimed at supporting effective and timely implementation of Workforce Pell to enhance short-term credential completion leading to employment opportunities that foster economic stability for learners and meet employer needs.
NCWE e more
National Immigration Project, 38 Immigration Advocacy Organizations Oppose Interim Final Rule on Board of Immigration Appeals Procedures
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The National Immigration Project, alongside 38 immigration advocacy organizations, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Justice Executive Office for Immigration Review expressing opposition to EOIR's interim final rule concerning appellate procedures for the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA). The organizations argue the IFR drastically reduces noncitizens' rights to due process and fairness in immigration court by effectively eliminating meaningful more
Pro Se Plus Project Urges DOJ to Rescind Interim Final Rule Restricting Appeals at Board of Immigration Appeals
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The Pro Se Plus Project submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Justice expressing opposition to the agency's Interim Final Rule (IFR) on Appellate Procedures for the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA). The letter warns that the rule will severely restrict access to appellate review for immigrants appearing without counsel and undermine due process protections in immigration proceedings.
The Pro Se Plus Project is a collaborative group of non-profit l more
Puerto Rico Healthcare Community Urges Medicare Advantage Stability and Funding Reform for 2027
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The Puerto Rico Healthcare Community submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services urging support for a stable and well-funded Medicare Advantage (MA) framework in Puerto Rico for Calendar Year (CY) 2027. The coalition, representing physicians, hospitals, insurers, patient groups, and business organizations on the island, emphasized the crucial role MA plays as the primary health program for Medicare-eligible citizens in Puerto Rico more
United Liver Submits Patient-Focused Recommendations to FDA on E22 Patient Preference Studies Guideline
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- United Liver has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration concerning the draft E22 guideline on "General Considerations for Patient Preference Studies" issued by the International Council for Harmonisation of Technical Requirements for Pharmaceuticals for Human Use (ICH). The letter advances a series of substantive recommendations intended to strengthen the integration of patient perspectives in medical product development and regulatory more
University of California Nutrition Policy Institute Urges USDA to Maintain Food Security Data Products
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The University of California Nutrition Policy Institute submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service outlining the importance of USDA statistical data sets for nutrition policy research. The NPI highlighted key USDA data products used in their work, the gaps created by potential data reductions, and recommendations for future data priorities.
NPI emphasized their reliance on several USDA ERS and National Agricultural S more
Tipoffs: Iran
Airbus Space Likely Provided Satellite Imagery of U.S. Military Assets to China Before Operation Epic Fury
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following news release:
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Airbus Space Likely Provided Satellite Imagery of U.S. Military Assets to China Before Operation Epic Fury
Select Committee on China Chairman John Moolenaar has sent a letter to Secretary of War Pete Hegseth concerning the operations of Airbus Space due to its role in likely provi more
Binghamton University: Symposium Investigates the History and Global Reach of the Baha'i Faith
BINGHAMTON, New York, April 17 -- Binghamton University issued the following news:
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Symposium investigates the history and global reach of the Baha'i Faith
Eight scholars from around the country came to Binghamton to present research on the religion's history
By Jennifer Micale
New York state and the Baha'i religion are woven together. The first knot of that tapestry was tied in 1848, a momentous year, said Binghamton University Professor of Middle East Studies Omid Ghaemmaghami.
That more
Bloomberg Unveils ASKB Roadmap for Clients to Augment Their Investment Process With Agentic AI
NEW YORK, April 17 -- Bloomberg issued the following news on April 16, 2026:
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Bloomberg Unveils ASKB Roadmap for Clients to Augment their Investment Process with Agentic AI
Enterprise-grade integrations and ASKB Workflows automation bridge the gap between Bloomberg's interconnected data and a firm's proprietary knowledge
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Bloomberg today announced a roadmap of new capabilities for ASKB, its powerful new conversational AI interface, now in beta, that redefines how financial professiona more
British Chambers of Commerce: Exports Remain Flat As Economy Grows
LONDON, England, April 17 -- The British Chambers of Commerce issued the following news:
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Exports Remain Flat As Economy Grows
Commenting on the latest trade data released by the Office for National Statistics, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said:
"February was a weak month for UK exports, even before the outbreak of conflict in the Middle East. The one high point was increased goods sales to the US, but this was offset by falls in goods exports more
CAIR Says House Vote Falling One Vote Short of Ending Iran War Shows Congress Closing in on Reasserting War Powers
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release on April 16, 2026:
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CAIR Says House Vote Falling One Vote Short of Ending Iran War Shows Congress Closing in on Reasserting War Powers
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today said a narrowly-failed House vote to end U.S. involvement in the war on Iran demonstrates that Congress is on the verge of reassertin more
CAIR-FL Calls for Resignation of County Commissioner for Anti-Muslim 'Towel Head' Slur
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release:
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CAIR-FL Calls for Resignation of County Commissioner for Anti-Muslim 'Towel Head' Slur
The Florida chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-FL), the state's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, is calling for the resignation of a Putnam County commissioner who used anti-Muslim "towel head" slur during a public meeting on Tuesday.
Commissioner Walton P more
CAIR-NJ Welcomes Senators Booker and Kim's 'Yes' Votes to Block $660 Million in Arms Sales to Israel
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release:
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CAIR-NJ Welcomes Senators Booker and Kim's 'Yes' Votes to Block $660 Million in Arms Sales to Israel
The New Jersey Chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-NJ), the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, welcomes Senator Booker and Kim 'Yes' votes on S.J. Res. 32 and 138 to block $660 million dollars in arms sales to Israel.
Previously, Senato more
Center for European Policy Analysis Posts Commentary: Ireland in Crisis - A Warning to Europe
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- The Center for European Policy Analysis posted the following commentary on April 16, 2026, by reporter Eanna Mackey:
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Ireland in Crisis: A Warning to Europe
What began as local protests over surging fuel prices rapidly escalated into a defining nationwide crisis. Europe beware.
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Ireland's crisis came as a bolt from the blue. On April 7, a protest by farmers and haulers over rising fuel prices quickly escalated into nationwide blockades. Discussion naturally eno more
Chairman Latta Delivers Opening Statement at Subcommittee on DOE FY 2027 Budget
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. Bob Latta, R-Ohio, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy, issued the following opening statement on April 16, 2026, at a hearing on the Department of Energy's fiscal 2027 budget:
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"Welcome to today's hearing on the Department of Energy's Fiscal Year 2027 budget and welcome back, Secretary Chris Wright, to the Energy Subcommittee of the Energy and Commerce Committee.
"Almost 14 months ago, you inherited a department that was not serv more
Defense Intelligence Agency Director Adams Testifies Before House Armed Services Subcommittee (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- The House Armed Services Subcommittee on Intelligence and Special Operations released the following testimony by Marine Corps Lt. Gen. James H. Adams III, director of the Defense Intelligence Agency, from an April 16, 2026, hearing entitled "Defense Intelligence Enterprise - Challenges, Priorities, and Resourcing for Fiscal Year 2027":
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Chairperson Jackson, Ranking Member Crow, and Members of the Committee, thank you for the invitation to provide the Defense Intell more
Equipment Leasing & Finance Association: Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Dips Again Amid Iran War Concerns
WASHINGTON, April 17 (TNSrep) -- The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association issued the following news release on April 16, 2026:
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Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Dips Again Amid Iran War Concerns
The Equipment Leasing & Finance Association (ELFA) today released its April 2026 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI) (https://www.elfaonline.org/research/monthly-confidence-index-(mci)), revealing confidence in the equipment finance market is 54.6, a decrea more
Every $5 Rise in Oil Price Risks Cutting Aid to 40,000 Children, Save the Children Estimates
WESTPORT, Connecticut, April 17 -- Save the Children, an organization that says it is giving children a healthy start in life, opportunity to learn and protection from harm, posted the following news release:
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Every $5 Rise in Oil Price Risks Cutting Aid to 40,000 Children, Save the Children Estimates
LONDON - Every US$5 increase per barrel of oil triggered by conflict in the Middle East could wipe out the equivalent of one month of life-saving humanitarian aid for nearly 40,000 children more
FFRF Action Fund: 'Secularist' Rep. Mike Quigley Supports State/church Separation
MADISON, Wisconsin, April 17 -- 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:
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'Secularist' Rep. Mike Quigley supports state/church separation
FFRF Action Fund's "Secularist of the Week" is U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley for his timely endorsement of the constitutional separation between state and church.
Quigley more
Health, Employment, Labor & Pensions Subcommittee Ranking Member DeSaulnier Issues Remarks at Employee Benefits Security Administration Budget Hearing
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. Mark DeSaulnier, D-California, ranking member of the House Education and Workforce Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor and Pensions, issued the following opening statement on April 16, 2026, at a hearing entitled "Examining the Policies and Priorities of the Employee Benefits Security Administration":
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"Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
"I also want to welcome the Assistant Secretary. This is your first time testifying before our Subcommittee since you were conf more
House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member Craig Issues Opening Statement at Hearing With CFTC Chairman Selig
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. Angie Craig, D-Minnesota, ranking member of the House Agriculture Committee, issued the following opening statement on April 16, 2026, at a hearing with Commodity Futures Trading Commission Chairman Michael S. Selig:
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Thank you, Mr. Chairman. And thank you, Chairman Selig, for being here today.
I'm grateful for the chance to discuss the work of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission in the critical areas of consumer protection, market integrity and the stab more
House Energy Committee Ranking Member Pallone to Secretary Wright at DOE Budget Hearing: Trump Admin Energy Policies Have Been an Absolute Disaster
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-New Jersey, ranking member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following news release on April 16, 2026:
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Pallone to Secretary Wright at DOE Budget Hearing: Trump Admin Energy Policies Have Been an Absolute Disaster
Energy and Commerce Committee Ranking Member Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ) delivered the following opening remarks at today's Energy Subcommittee hearing titled, "The Fiscal Year 2027 Department of Energy Budget more
House Foreign Affairs Committee Ranking Member Meeks Delivers Remarks During Floor Debate on Iran War Powers Resolution
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following floor remarks on April 16, 2026:
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Meeks Delivers Remarks During Floor Debate on Iran War Powers Resolution
Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, today delivered the following remarks on the floor, as prepared, during debate on House Concurrent Resolution 40, his War Powers Resolution directing President Tr more
House Small Business Committee Ranking Member Velazquez: Small Businesses Aren't Celebrating the One Big Beautiful Bill
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. Nydia M. Velazquez, D-New York, ranking member of the House Small Business Committee, issued the following news release on April 16, 2026:
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Velazquez: Small Businesses Aren't Celebrating the One Big Beautiful Bill
Today, the House Small Business Committee held a hearing examining the impact of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on American small businesses.
During the hearing, Ranking Member Nydia M. Velazquez (D-NY) argued that the bill's tax cuts overwhelmingl more
House Ways & Means Committee Ranking Member Neal Issues Statement at Hearing With HHS Secretary Kennedy
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. Richard E. Neal, D-Massachusetts, ranking member of the House Ways and Means Committee, issued the following opening statement on April 16, 2026, at a hearing with Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.:
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Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
We share heritage as sons of the Commonwealth. I go way back with your family. I supported your father for President and was a delegate for your uncle when he ran, working closely together during his many years in more
ICE Acting Director Lyons Testifies Before House Appropriations Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- The House Appropriations Subcommittee on Homeland Security released the following testimony by U.S. Department of Homeland Security Immigration and Customs Enforcement Acting Director Todd M. Lyons from an April 16, 2026, hearing on the fiscal 2027 budget:
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Chairman Amodei, Ranking Member Cuellar, and distinguished Members of the Subcommittee:
Thank you for the invitation to appear today to discuss the vital work of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) a more
Jamestown Foundation Issues Commentary: Baku Expands Military Cooperation With Neighbors, Worrying Moscow
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- The Jamestown Foundation issued the following commentary on April 16, 2026, by Paul Goble, specialist on ethnic and religious questions in Eurasia, in its Eurasia Daily Monitor:
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Baku Expands Military Cooperation with Neighbors, Worrying Moscow
Executive Summary:
* Since 1991, the former Soviet republics have developed their own militaries as part of their state-building processes and in many cases formed security ties not only with each other but also with count more
Jamestown Foundation Posts Commentary: Potential U.S.-Belarus 'Big Deal' Could Strengthen Eastern European Security
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- The Jamestown Foundation posted the following commentary on April 16, 2026, by Belarus Democratic Forum co-organizer Dmitry Bolkunets in its Eurasia Daily Monitor:
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Potential U.S.-Belarus "Big Deal" Could Strengthen Eastern European Security
Executive Summary:
* March saw a surge in Belarus-U.S. diplomacy. Belarusian President Alyaksandr Lukashenka claimed that he received an invitation to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump regarding a "big deal" and the Unite more
On Senate Floor, Murray Blasts Trump's Budget Request and Speaks About Path Forward for FY27 Appropriations
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, vice chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, issued the following news release on April 16, 2026:
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On Senate Floor, Murray Blasts Trump's Budget Request and Speaks About Path Forward for FY27 Appropriations
Today, U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Vice Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, took to the Senate floor to speak about President Trump's fiscal year 2027 budget request--and to outline the challenges ahead for more
Pa. Gov. Shapiro Saves 1.7 Million Pennsylvania Consumers $510 Million on Their Utility Bills After Demanding PECO Withdraw Its Proposed Rate Increase
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, April 17 -- Gov. Josh Shapiro, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release on April 16, 2026:
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Governor Shapiro Saves 1.7 Million Pennsylvania Consumers $510 Million on Their Utility Bills After Demanding PECO Withdraw its Proposed Rate Increase
PECO has withdrawn its proposed rate case, saving Pennsylvanians $510 million -reducing future utility bills by up to $34 per month for PECO customers.
Governor Shapiro demanded PECO withdraw its recent rate case, more
Pacific Leaders Summit Highlights Dangers of Fossil Fuel Dependence and Urgency of Energy Transition, Finance
SYDNEY, Australia, April 17 -- Greenpeace Australia Pacific issued the following news:
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Pacific leaders summit highlights dangers of fossil fuel dependence and urgency of energy transition, finance
Pacific governments and civil society came together in Vanuatu this week as part of a key regional meeting ahead of the landmark First International Conference for the Transition Away from Fossil Fuels in Santa Marta, Colombia, later this month, against the backdrop of a global energy crisis w more
Ranking Member DeLauro Statement at FY 2027 HHS Budget Hearing
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. Rosa DeLauro, D-Connecticut, ranking member of the House Appropriations Committee, issued the following remarks on April 16, 2026:
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Ranking Member DeLauro Statement at Fiscal Year 2027 Department of Health and Human Services Budget Hearing
House Appropriations Committee Ranking Member Rosa DeLauro (D-CT-03) delivered the following remarks at the Fiscal Year 2027 Department of Health and Human Services Budget Hearing:
-As Prepared For Delivery-
Thank you, Ch more
Readout From Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent's Meeting With European Commissioner for Economy and Productivity Valdis Dombrovskis
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release on April 16, 2026:
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Readout from Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent's Meeting with European Commissioner for Economy and Productivity Valdis Dombrovskis
Today, Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent met with European Commissioner for Economy and Productivity Valdis Dombrovskis. Secretary Bessent and Commissioner Dombrovskis discussed the conflict in Iran, during which the Secretary highlig more
Readout From Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent's Meeting With Italian Minister of Economy and Finance Giancarlo Giorgetti
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release on April 16, 2026:
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Readout from Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent's Meeting with Italian Minister of Economy and Finance Giancarlo Giorgetti
Yesterday, Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent met with Italian Minister of Economy and Finance Giancarlo Giorgetti. The Secretary and Minister discussed the global economic environment, energy issues, and the Iran conflict. Secretary Bessent was more
Readout From Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent's Meeting With UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release on April 16, 2026:
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Readout from Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent's Meeting with UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves
Yesterday, Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent met with UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves. During their discussion, Secretary Bessent underscored the U.S. Treasury's commitment to Economic Fury, leveraging all tools and authorities against those who more
Readout From Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent's Meeting With Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release on April 16, 2026:
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Readout from Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent's Meeting with Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko
Yesterday, Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent met with Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko. Secretary Bessent underscored President Trump's efforts for a lasting peace for Ukraine, and highlighted the United States' support for Ukraine's new IMF program and more
Rep. Moskowitz Leads Bipartisan Bill to Support Democratic Transition in Venezuela
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. Jared Moskowitz, D-Florida, issued the following news release on April 16, 2026:
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Moskowitz Leads Bipartisan Bill to Support Democratic Transition in Venezuela
Seeking to support the Venezuelan people's pursuit of freedom and democratic governance, Congressman Jared Moskowitz (D-FL) introduced the Venezuela Democratic Transition Strategy Act. This bipartisan legislation would require the Secretary of State to submit to Congress a comprehensive strategy to sup more
Rep. Sykes Again Votes to Reassert Congressional Authority on Iran War Powers
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes, D-Ohio, issued the following statement on April 16, 2026:
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Rep. Sykes Again Votes to Reassert Congressional Authority on Iran War Powers
U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) released the following statement after once again voting in favor of a war powers resolution to remove U.S. forces from hostilities in Iran that have not been authorized by Congress. The resolution did not pass the House.
As tensions remain high, diplomatic effor more
Senate Budget Committee Ranking Member Merkley Delivers Opening Statement at Oversight Hearing on President Trump Budget Request
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, ranking member of the Senate Budget Committee, issued the following opening statement on April 16, 2026, at an oversight hearing on President Trump's fiscal 2027 budget request:
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Thank you, Chairman Graham, for convening this hearing.
And thank you, Director Vought, for being here today to discuss the President's Budget for Fiscal Year 2027.
Your budget opens with a message from you, in which you write, quote: "A historic paradigm shi more
Senate Foreign Relations Committee Ranking Member Shaheen Issues Statement on Vote on Joint Resolutions of Disapproval
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following statement on April 16, 2026:
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Ranking Member Shaheen Statement on Vote on Joint Resolutions of Disapproval
Today, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued a statement after voting for the joint resolutions of disapproval.
"The horrific attack on October 7th underscored the very real threa more
Sens. Shaheen, Curtis, Tillis, Rosen Urge Taiwan's Legislative Yuan to Strengthen Taiwan's Defense and Advance Supplementary Budget
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following news release on April 16, 2026:
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Shaheen, Curtis, Tillis, Rosen Urge Taiwan's Legislative Yuan to Strengthen Taiwan's Defense and Advance Supplementary Budget
Today, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen, Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, John Curtis (R-UT), Thom Tillis (R-NC) and Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) sent a letter to Taiwan's L more
Subcommittee Chairman Jackson: Our Intelligence Community Must Be Equipped to Confront Today's Global Threats
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. Ronny Jackson, R-Texas, chairman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Intelligence and Special Operations, issued the following news release on April 16, 2026:
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Jackson: Our Intelligence Community Must Be Equipped to Confront Today's Global Threats
U.S. Representative Ronny Jackson (R-TX), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Intelligence and Special Operations, delivered the following opening remarks at a subcommittee hearing on the challenges, priorities, more
Subcommittee Ranking Member Crow Issues Opening Statement at Hearing on Defense Intelligence Enterprise Posture
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- Rep. Jason Crow, D-Colorado, ranking member of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Intelligence and Special Operations, issued the following opening statement on April 16, 2026, at a hearing entitled "Defense Intelligence Enterprise Posture":
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Thank you Dr. Jackson, and thank you to our Defense Intelligence
leaders for being here today to provide testimony.
Today's hearing is about whether our defense intelligence enterprise is
resourced appropriately, po more
'I'm not a politician': why the clash with Pope Leo could prove dangerous for Donald Trump
LOUGHBOROUGH, England, April 16 -- Loughborough University issued the following news release:
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'I'm not a politician': why the clash with Pope Leo could prove dangerous for Donald Trump
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This is not the classic kind of confrontation that Trump has often had with foreign heads of state and government in the past, such as in recent months with the UK prime minister, Keir Starmer, whose refusal to fully back the US and Israel in their war against Iran attracted Trump's ire. Rather, it is more
A Better Wisconsin Together: This Tax Day, Wisconsinites Are Paying the Tom Tiffany Tax
MONONA, Wisconsin, April 16 -- A Better Wisconsin Together, a state-based research and communications hub for progressives, posted the following news release:
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This Tax Day, Wisconsinites Are Paying the Tom Tiffany Tax
While we pay higher costs because of the Tiffany tax, ironically he has a history of not paying any himself
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MADISON, Wis. -- Amid the annual April 15 deadline to file income taxes, known to many as Tax Day, there's another tax Wisconsinites are paying this year: the Ti more
As Energy Prices Soar, Senator Markey Introduces New Bill to Stop Trump's Abuse of Energy Emergency Authority that Forces Families to Pay Millions in Higher Electric Bills
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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As Energy Prices Soar, Senator Markey Introduces New Bill to Stop Trump's Abuse of Energy Emergency Authority that Forces Families to Pay Millions in Higher Electric Bills
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Trump administration forces old fossil fuel power plants to stay online without real emergency need, while ratepayers foot the bill
Bill Text (PDF) | One-Pager (PDF)
Washington (April 16, 2026) - Senator Edward J. more
Attacks on international shipping in the Gulf have been deeply damaging for the world: UK Statement at the UN General Assembly
LONDON, England, April 16 -- The British Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office issued the following news:
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Attacks on international shipping in the Gulf have been deeply damaging for the world: UK Statement at the UN General Assembly
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The United Kingdom was grateful to Bahrain for its leadership in bringing forward this draft resolution, and for its constructive, good-faith efforts to build consensus across the Council on an issue of critical importance to international peace an more
Bennet Continues Fight to Stop Trump's Wars with Two Disapproval Votes
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Sen. Michael F. Bennet, D-Colorado, issued the following news release:
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Bennet Continues Fight to Stop Trump's Wars with Two Disapproval Votes
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Washington, D.C. -Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, a member of the Senate Intelligence Committee, released the following statement after voting for two Joint Resolutions of Disapproval to restrict certain arms sales to Israel.
Bennet has consistently opposed President Trump's reckless military interventions, votin more
Brazilian Petrobras posts US$ 22 billion in profit while energy weighs heavier on the poorest
BOSTON, Massachusetts, April 16 [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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Brazilian Petrobras posts US$ 22 billion in profit while energy weighs heavier on the poorest
During Petrobras's Annual General Meeting this Thursday (16/4), a group of civil society organizations protested outside the company's building in Rio de Janeiro, calling for a just energy transitio more
BREAKING: Vasquez Releases New Report Illustrating How Administration's War in Iran, Tariffs, and Tax Law are Spiking Energy Prices for New Mexico Families
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Gabriel Vasquez, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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BREAKING: Vasquez Releases New Report Illustrating How Administration's War in Iran, Tariffs, and Tax Law are Spiking Energy Prices for New Mexico Families
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - On April 16, 2026, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) released a new report detailing how much energy prices have spiked since the Administration took control in January 2025.
"This year, since the Administrati more
Brown Votes to End Trump's War with Iran
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Shontel Brown, D-Ohio, issued the following news release:
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Brown Votes to End Trump's War with Iran
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Washington, DC - Today, Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11) voted for a War Powers Resolution to end Trump's War with Iran. This is Congresswoman Brown's second vote to end the war, following an earlier vote in March. In January, Brown also voted against funding Trump's Department of War, citing Trump's military escalations.
Congresswoman Brown releases th more
Builder Sentiment Posts Notable Decline on Economic Uncertainty
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The National Association of Home Builders issued the following news release:
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Builder Sentiment Posts Notable Decline on Economic Uncertainty
Economic uncertainty coupled with rising building material costs and interest rates resulted in a sharp decline in builder sentiment in April as the housing market enters into the heart of the spring buying season.
Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes fell four points to 34 in April, accordin more
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news:
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Caine Praises Sailors, Marines Enforcing Iran Blockade
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During a press conference at the Pentagon today, Air Force Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, thanked the sailors and Marines on board vessels in the Persian Gulf enforcing the blockade of ships that sail from Iranian ports.
While all of the Navy ships are critical to this effort, he singled out the destroyers as a prime example.
more
Carbajal Statement on Iran War Powers Vote
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Salud Carbajal, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Carbajal Statement on Iran War Powers Vote
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U.S. Representative Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24) issued the statement below following the War Powers Resolution vote in the U.S House of Representatives.
"Trump's reckless and illegal war in Iran needs to be stopped. Just over a week ago, he threatened to eliminate a 'whole civilization'. These are heinous words for a President to say and is another c more
Charity leaders attend No 10 roundtable to discuss impact of US-Iran war on sector
LONDON, England, April 16 [Category: BizMedia] -- Civil Society Media, an independent media company that says it is dedicated to supporting the charity sector, posted the following news:
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Charity leaders attend No 10 roundtable to discuss impact of US-Iran war on sector
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Voluntary sector leaders have attended a government roundtable in Whitehall to discuss the impact of the US-Iran war on charities and the communities they serve.
Yesterday, eight representatives from infrastructure b more
Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Votes To Require President To Follow Constitution
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Lizzie Fletcher, D-Texas, issued the following news release:
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Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Votes To Require President To Follow Constitution
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Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) voted for H.Con.Res.40, a resolution to direct President Trump to terminate the use of the United States Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran unless Congress explicitly makes a declaration of war or authorizes use of military force against Iran.
"The United States more
Congresswoman Luz Rivas Votes Against Trump's Unconstitutional War in Iran for Second Time
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Luz Rivas, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Congresswoman Luz Rivas Votes Against Trump's Unconstitutional War in Iran for Second Time
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Congresswoman Luz Rivas (CA-29) released the following statement after voting for House Foreign Affairs Committee Ranking Member Gregory Meeks' (NY-05) War Powers Resolution opposing Trump's unconstitutional war in Iran. This is Congresswoman Rivas's second time voting for a War Powers Res more
Congresswoman Simon Votes for War Powers Resolution, Condemns Trump's Illegal War in Iran
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Lateefah Simon, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Congresswoman Simon Votes for War Powers Resolution, Condemns Trump's Illegal War in Iran
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Lateefah Simon (D-CA-12) voted for H. Con. Res. 40, a War Powers Resolution that would direct President Trump to remove United States Armed Forces from Iran and end all hostilities. The vote failed to pass the House of Representatives by 213 to 214. Congresswoman more
CORREA VOTES TO REMOVE U.S. FORCES FROM IRAN WAR
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. J. Luis Correa, D-California, issued the following news release:
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CORREA VOTES TO REMOVE U.S. FORCES FROM IRAN WAR
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WASHINGTON -Today, U.S. Representative Lou Correa (CA-46) released the following statement after he voted YES on H.Con.Res.40 to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran that have not been authorized by Congress:
" Congress is the branch of government with the sole power to declare war.
" We are at war in Iran. Yet, the Presiden more
Crow: Failure to End War of Choice in Iran is a "Disgrace"
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Jason Crow, D-Colorado, issued the following news release:
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Crow: Failure to End War of Choice in Iran is a "Disgrace"
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WASHINGTON -Congressman Jason Crow (D-CO), a former paratrooper and Army Ranger who serves on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement after House Republicans voted down a War Powers Resolution, failing to end Donald Trump's war of choice with Iran:
"Failing more
Daines on Fox Business: If We Were Playing Poker, the Iranians Have No Cards and America Has Them All
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Sen. Steve Daines, R-Montana, issued the following news release:
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Daines on Fox Business: If We Were Playing Poker, the Iranians Have No Cards and America Has Them All
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Steve Daines today joined Stuart Varney on Fox Business to discuss the latest on the Iran war and energy prices.
Watch the full interview HERE.
Daines on the success of the U.S. military:
I'm cheering for the good guys. It's remarkable what the U.S. military more
DeLauro Statement on Second Iran War Powers Resolution Vote
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Rosa L. DeLauro, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
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DeLauro Statement on Second Iran War Powers Resolution Vote
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WATCH: DeLauro Video on Second War Powers Vote
WASHINGTON -Today, US Representative Rosa DeLauro issued the following statement following her vote in favor of a second War Powers Resolution which directs the President to remove United States Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities in the Islamic Republic of Iran:
"For over more
DNC: Breaking - Senate Republicans Sign Permission Slip for Trump's Deadly, Costly War in Iran
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following statement on April 15, 2026:
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BREAKING: Senate Republicans Sign Permission Slip for Trump's Deadly, Costly War in Iran
Today, after Senate Republicans blocked a War Powers Resolution that would have put an end to Donald Trump's reckless war of choice in Iran, DNC Chair Ken Martin released the following statement:
"Today, Democrats voted to end Donald Trump's war of choice in Iran that has claimed the lives of more
Fitzpatrick Introduces Iran War Powers Resolution
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release:
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Fitzpatrick Introduces Iran War Powers Resolution
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Today, Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick introduced a War Powers Resolution for Operation Epic Fury that will ensure compliance with the War Powers Act of 1973.
Read the full resolution here.
"The War Powers Act of 1973 is the law of the land. This consistent standard must be applied to all past, current, and future administrations when more
Following Trump Calls to Annihilate an "Entire Civilization," Larson Votes to Withdraw U.S. Forces from Iran
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. John B. Larson, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
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Following Trump Calls to Annihilate an "Entire Civilization," Larson Votes to Withdraw U.S. Forces from Iran
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Washington, D.C. - Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) voted for H.Con.Res.40, a war powers resolution he cosponsored to withdraw U.S. forces from Iran, after Trump said, " a whole civilization will die tonight." Yesterday, the Senate voted on a similar resolution, but the vote failed more
Golden votes to protect U.S. negotiating position in Iran
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Jared Golden, D-Maine, issued the following news release:
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Golden votes to protect U.S. negotiating position in Iran
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WASHINGTON -As negotiations between the United States and Iran continue, Congressman Jared Golden (ME-02) today voted against a war powers resolution that would weaken the U.S. position by withdrawing military forces from the region.
Golden released the following statement:
"The purported aim of this and other War Powers resolutions is t more
Hegseth Urges Iran to 'Choose Wisely' During Epic Fury Ceasefire, Blockade
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news:
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Hegseth Urges Iran to 'Choose Wisely' During Epic Fury Ceasefire, Blockade
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The U.S. and Iran entered a two-week ceasefire in combat operations April 8, and the U.S. initiated a naval blockade in the Persian Gulf for ships that have been doing business with Iran, April 13.
During a press briefing at the Pentagon today, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth urged the new Iranian regime to make wise choices during t more
House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks Delivers Remarks During Floor Debate on Iran War Powers Resolution
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks Delivers Remarks During Floor Debate on Iran War Powers Resolution
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Washington, D.C. - Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, today delivered the following remarks on the floor, as prepared, during debate on House Concurrent Resolution 40, his War Powers Resolution directing President Trump to remove U more
I Will Keep Voting to End Trump's War in Iran
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Kevin Mullin, D-California, issued the following news release:
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I Will Keep Voting to End Trump's War in Iran
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Today I voted - again - for the Iran War Powers Resolution to reassert congressional oversight of our unhinged president.
Trump chose to start a war with Iran with no clear plan, no exit strategy, no clear objective, absolutely no approval from Congress, and against the will of the American people. It's already cost taxpayers $40 billion, driven more
ICYMI: At Semafor World Economic Summit, Kelly Talks About Centering Workers on AI Development, Underscores Lack of Strategic Plan in Iran
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Arizona, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: At Semafor World Economic Summit, Kelly Talks About Centering Workers on AI Development, Underscores Lack of Strategic Plan in Iran
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In the wake of NASA's successful Artemis II mission, Kelly also discussed the importance of American leadership in space for the U.S. economy and national security
In case you missed it, Arizona Senator Mark Kelly sat down with CBS' Bob Costa at the Semafor Wo more
Jared Golden Joins Republicans to Sink Iran War Powers Resolution
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, April 16 [Category: Sociological] -- Demand Progress issued the following news release:
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Jared Golden Joins Republicans to Sink Iran War Powers Resolution
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Dem Leaders Delayed the Vote Until After Trump's Escalation and Still Failed
Washington, D.C. - On Thursday, the House failed to adopt a war powers resolution to end the war in Iran. Notably, Rep. Jared Golden (D-ME) sided with a majority of Republicans to oppose the measure. Demand Progress is leading a more
Kennedy on the devastation of Iran's nuclear program: "The world is a much safer place today"
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Sen. John Kennedy, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
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Kennedy on the devastation of Iran's nuclear program: "The world is a much safer place today"
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Watch Kennedy's comments here.
WASHINGTON - Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) explained why he believes the United States was right to strike Iran and halt its ability to develop a nuclear weapon in a speech on the U.S. Senate floor.
Key excerpts of the speech are below.
"I can tell you why I think we di more
Krishnamoorthi Responds to Reports That President Trump Is Considering Military Operations Against Cuba
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Krishnamoorthi Responds to Reports That President Trump Is Considering Military Operations Against Cuba
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WASHINGTON -Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi released the following statement in response to reports of potential Trump Administration plans for U.S. military operations against Cuba:
"President Trump has already dragged our country into an illegal, unauthorized war with Iran, and the more
LEADER JEFFRIES FLOOR REMARKS DURING WAR POWERS RESOLUTION DEBATE
WASHINGTON, April 16 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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LEADER JEFFRIES FLOOR REMARKS DURING WAR POWERS RESOLUTION DEBATE
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Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries spoke on the House Floor, where he emphasized that while the Trump administration is wasting taxpayer money on a reckless war of choice in Iran, Democrats are committed to making life more affordable for the American people.
LEADER JEFFRIES : How dare an more
LEADER JEFFRIES FLOOR REMARKS DURING WAR POWERS RESOLUTION DEBATE
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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LEADER JEFFRIES FLOOR REMARKS DURING WAR POWERS RESOLUTION DEBATE
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Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries spoke on the House Floor, where he emphasized that while the Trump administration is wasting taxpayer money on a reckless war of choice in Iran, Democrats are committed to making life more affordable for the American people.
LEADER JEFFRIES : How dare anyone on this Floor questio more
Lujan Statement on Voting to Block Arms Sales to Israel
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Lujan Statement on Voting to Block Arms Sales to Israel
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Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) issued the following statement after voting for two resolutions, introduced by Senator Bernie Sanders, blocking arms sales to Israel:
"Equipping the Netanyahu government with hundreds of millions of dollars in additional weapons will only enable the destruction of communities, unde more
McClellan Statement on House Vote on Iran War Powers Resolution
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Jennifer McClellan, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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McClellan Statement on House Vote on Iran War Powers Resolution
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Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) issued the following statement after she voted again in support of an Iran War Powers Resolution, a measure to curb the Trump Administration's major military campaign in Iran:
"Donald Trump's needless war of choice in Iran continues with no clear objectives, more
Middle East Policy Forum and the Elliott School Book Launch Series Presents Iran and the Bomb: The United States, Iran, and the Nuclear Question
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- George Washington University posted the following news:
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The Middle East Policy Forum and the Elliott School Book Launch Series Presents Iran and the Bomb: The United States, Iran, and the Nuclear Question
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WASHINGTON (April 16, 2026) \- Sina Azodi, Professor and Director of the Middle East Studies Program, is launching his new book, Iran and the Bomb: The United States, Iran and the Nuclear Question. Azodi examines Iran's nuclear program, which is one of the mo more
Pelosi Floor Speech on Iran War Powers Resolution: "The Cost is Human"
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Nancy Pelosi, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Pelosi Floor Speech on Iran War Powers Resolution: "The Cost is Human"
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Washington, D.C. - Today, ahead of the House vote on the Iran War Powers Resolution, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi delivered remarks on the House Floor denouncing President Trump for bypassing Congress while American servicemembers lose their lives and hundreds more are injured.
Watch Pelosi's Floor remarks here. Read the more
Press conference - Putrajaya, Malaysia
CANBERRA, Australia, April 16 -- The office of the Prime Minister of Australia issued the following news release:
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Press conference - Putrajaya, Malaysia
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THE HON ANWAR IBRAHIM, PRIME MINISTER OF MALAYSIA : We are really encountering post normal times. We discussed this. Developments are unanticipated and continue to haunt us because we are not able to fairly and squarely craft an agenda forward, because many of these issues are quite unresolved. Disruptions to production and supply ch more
Pressed by Murray, Russ Vought Refuses to Detail Costs of Iran War--and Stands Behind Astronomical Defense Request
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, issued the following news release:
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Pressed by Murray, Russ Vought Refuses to Detail Costs of Iran War--and Stands Behind Astronomical Defense Request
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White House Budget Director Refuses to Tell Public About Iran War Costs: "We don't have that figure right now."
ICYMI : Senator Murray on President Trump's FY27 Budget Request
WATCH : Senator Murray's full exchange with Russ Vought
Washington, D.C. - Today-at a Senate Budget more
Rep. Carter Testifies Before House Armed Services Committee
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The House Armed Services Committee released the following April 6, 2026, written testimony by Rep. Troy Carter, D-Louisiana, for an April 15, 2026, hearing on the fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization Act:
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Dear Chairman Rogers and Ranking Member Smith:
Thank you for considering these requests for the Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). This letter highlights my requests and the importance of these projects for our national defense.
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Rep. Kelly votes yes on War Powers Resolution, condemns President Trump's ongoing, costly war
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Robin Kelly, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Kelly votes yes on War Powers Resolution, condemns President Trump's ongoing, costly war
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (IL-02) voted for the War Powers Resolution to stop President Donald Trump's war against Iran. House Republicans defeated this measure to rein in the President by 213-214.
"President Trump entered a war against Iran with no strategy, no exit plan and no clear objectiv more
Rep. Subramanyam Statement on House War Powers Vote
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Suhas Subramanyam, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Subramanyam Statement on House War Powers Vote
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WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Representative Suhas Subramanyam (VA-10) released the following statement after the Iran War Powers Resolution failed to pass by one vote:
"I just voted again to assert Congress's war powers authority.
This President is spending billions a day on a war of choice that has only caused more problems in the region and more
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine Hold a Press Briefing
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following transcript:
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Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine Hold a Press Briefing
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SECRETARY OF WAR PETE HEGSETH: Well, good morning and, as you may have noticed, the Chairman and I are joined today by the CENTCOM commander, Admiral Bradley Cooper. He just returned from the front lines to see the troops and meet with allies and this morning, briefed us just before this briefi more
Sens. Schiff, Leader Schumer, Blumenthal Probe DOJ's Decision to Drop Criminal Charges Against Turkish Bank, Raises Concerns of Trump's Political Interference
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Sens. Schiff, Leader Schumer, Blumenthal Probe DOJ's Decision to Drop Criminal Charges Against Turkish Bank, Raises Concerns of Trump's Political Interference
Administration decision follows years of litigation involving allegations that Halkbank knowingly participated in a scheme to evade U.S. sanctions on Iran.
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Today, U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), a member of the Senate Judiciary Co more
Seton Hall Experts Shape National Headlines in March
SOUTH ORANGE, New Jersey, April 16 -- Seton Hall University posted the following news:
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Seton Hall Experts Shape National Headlines in March
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From emerging civil rights law and high-stakes political analysis to cutting-edge medical simulation and financial equity, Seton Hall University faculty continues to serve as a primary resource for major media outlets worldwide. In March, the University's faculty scholars continued to provide nuanced expertise on multiple issues and topics shapin more
Social investment is the key to economic stability in Europe, writes Euronews.
PARIS, France, April 16 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Council of Europe Development Bank posted the following news:
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Social investment is the key to economic stability in Europe, writes Euronews.
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Here's why.
By Alexandra Leistner, Euronews
Turning off the news these days can feel like a necessary pause from the chaos we live in: A war in Europe and another on its doorstep, a political shift towards defence spending, as well as nationalism and protectionism, and the global more
U.S. Oil and Petroleum Is in Demand
WASHINGTON, April 16 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary:
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U.S. Oil and Petroleum Is in Demand
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Key Takeaways
1 The Iran conflict has led to higher premiums on U.S. oil production as markets have shifted from oversupply to a supply shortage.
2 The world now relies less upon oil than it did in 1973, dropping from 51% of global energy to 34% in 2024.
3 Estimates are that 136 million barrels of oil and petroleum products are locked in more
Vice Ranking Member Amo Blasts Republicans for Letting Trump's Costly Iran War Continue
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Gabe Amo, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release:
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Vice Ranking Member Amo Blasts Republicans for Letting Trump's Costly Iran War Continue
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Washington, DC - TODAY, House Foreign Affairs Vice Ranking Member Congressman Gabe Amo (D-RI) issued the following statement on House Republicans' failure to stop Trump's Iran war:
"Americans are paying the price for Republicans' cowardice.
They just okayed Trump's billion-dollar-a-day boondoggle in Iran, more
WATCH: Mike Lawler Fact-Checked on Rising Costs with His Own Campaign Ad
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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WATCH: Mike Lawler Fact-Checked on Rising Costs with His Own Campaign Ad
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Vulnerable Republican Mike Lawler is doubling down on his support for Trump's cost-spiking war in Iran, deeming it a " righteous decision " as New York families continue to feel pain at the pump.
But when Lawler refused to admit that inflation and gas prices have risen, CNN used his own affordability ad a more
Whip Clark Urges Passage of Bipartisan War Powers Resolution
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Katherine Clark, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Whip Clark Urges Passage of Bipartisan War Powers Resolution
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) spoke on the House Floor and called for House Republicans to reject blind loyalty to Donald Trump and vote to rein in his reckless war of choice in Iran. Below is a transcript of her remarks:
"Six weeks ago, Democrats brought a War Powers Resolution to this Hous more
Young Discusses Iran at Semafor World Economy Summit
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Sen. Todd Young, R-Indiana, issued the following news release:
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Young Discusses Iran at Semafor World Economy Summit
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WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) joined Semafor's World Economy Summit and took questions on the Iran war, the 2026 World Cup, and his working relationship with President Trump.
While saying he wants the conflict in Iran to end soon, Young said it is important to win the war, which he defined as reopening the Strait of Hormu more
Amid Skyrocketing Gas Prices And A Cost-Of-Living Crisis, Gillibrand Demands Passage Of Legislation To End War With Iran
WASHINGTON, April 15 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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Amid Skyrocketing Gas Prices And A Cost-Of-Living Crisis, Gillibrand Demands Passage Of Legislation To End War With Iran
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Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) held a virtual press conference to demand passage of her War Powers Resolution to end President Trump's reckless war with Iran.
"New Yorkers want lower costs, not forever wars," said Senator Gillibrand. "President Trump's r more
Animal and human waste could slash synthetic fertilizer use in US
ITHACA, New York, April 15 -- The Cornell University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences issued the following news:
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Animal and human waste could slash synthetic fertilizer use in US
By Caitlin Hayes, Cornell Chronicle
Nutrients recovered from animal and human waste could drastically reduce synthetic fertilizer use in the U.S., according to a new Cornell study that takes into account real-world implementation challenges like processing and transport.
In the study, published Apri more
Blumenthal Statement on Joint Resolution of Disapproval Votes
WASHINGTON, April 15 -- Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
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Blumenthal Statement on Joint Resolution of Disapproval Votes
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[WASHINGTON, D.C.] - U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal released the following statement following votes on two Joint Resolutions of Disapproval (JRD) to block the transfer of arms to Israel:
"Our President's purposeless war in Iran is a growing disaster: costing thousands of lives, tens of billions of dollars, and triggering more
Booker Statement on Joint Resolutions of Disapproval
WASHINGTON, April 15 -- Sen. Cory Booker, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release:
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Booker Statement on Joint Resolutions of Disapproval
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ), a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following statement:
"With no congressional approval or strategy for success, Trump has led America into a reckless, dangerous quagmire in Iran that continues to spiral out of control. I am using every tool available to more
Durbin Releases Statement Following Failed Iran War Powers Resolution Vote
WASHINGTON, April 15 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Durbin Releases Statement Following Failed Iran War Powers Resolution Vote
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April 15, 2026
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) released the following statement after Senate Republicans voted against Senator Tammy Duckworth's (D-IL) war powers resolution that would have removed United States Armed Forces from hostilities in Iran that have not been authorized by Congr more
Heinrich Statement on U.S. Senate Vote to Block Select Offensive Weapons Transfers to Israel
WASHINGTON, April 15 -- Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Heinrich Statement on U.S. Senate Vote to Block Select Offensive Weapons Transfers to Israel
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, released the following statement after voting to block select offensive weapons transfers to Israel.
"We need to end Trump's war with Iran and de-escalate the conflicts in the West Bank, Ga more
Murphy Statement On Joint Resolutions of Disapproval for Arms Sales to Israel
WASHINGTON, April 15 -- Sen. Christopher Murphy, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
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Murphy Statement On Joint Resolutions of Disapproval for Arms Sales to Israel
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WASHINGTON- U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) on Wednesday voted in favor of two joint resolutions of disapproval related to the sale of 1,000-pound bombs and bulldozers to Israel.
"I will always support the security of the Israeli people, but Prime Minister Netanyahu has jeopardized that security and Isra more
On Tax Day, Warren Puts Direct File Bill on Senate Floor, Forces Republicans on Record on Free, Easy Tax Filing Program
WASHINGTON, April 15 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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On Tax Day, Warren Puts Direct File Bill on Senate Floor, Forces Republicans on Record on Free, Easy Tax Filing Program
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"Filing your taxes should be easy and free...Let's save people time and money, and show the American people that government can work for them"
"[T]o Republicans defending the status quo, ask yourselves why you're on the side of TurboTax and H&R Block instead of your more
Padilla, Schiff Statement on Vote of Joint Resolutions of Disapproval of Sales to Israel
WASHINGTON, April 15 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Padilla, Schiff Statement on Vote of Joint Resolutions of Disapproval of Sales to Israel
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, U.S. Senators Alex Padilla and Adam Schiff (both D-Calif.) released the following statement on the Senate's vote of Joint Resolutions of Disapproval of Sales to Israel:
"We strongly support Israel's right to defend itself and the right of the people of Israel to live in peace and more
Reed Votes to End Trump's War of Choice in Iran
WASHINGTON, April 15 -- Sen. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release:
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Reed Votes to End Trump's War of Choice in Iran
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WASHINGTON, DC - Today, the U.S. Senate once again debated and voted on a War Powers Resolution to end the war in Iran.
U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI), the Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, urged his colleagues to rein in President Trump and prevent him from continuing to unilaterally waging war in Iran without approval from more
Republicans Block Senate Democrats' War Powers Resolution, Once Again Voting to Continue Trump's Unjustified, Unpopular and Costly Iran War
WASHINGTON, April 15 -- Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Maryland, issued the following news release:
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Republicans Block Senate Democrats' War Powers Resolution, Once Again Voting to Continue Trump's Unjustified, Unpopular and Costly Iran War
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In the seventh week of Donald Trump's unjustified and illegal Iran war, U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.), Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), Cory Booker (D-N.J.), Tim Kaine (D-Va.), Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.), Jef more
Republicans Block Senate Democrats' War Powers Resolution, Once Again Voting to Continue Trump's Unjustified, Unpopular and Costly Iran War
WASHINGTON, April 15 -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, issued the following news release:
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Republicans Block Senate Democrats' War Powers Resolution, Once Again Voting to Continue Trump's Unjustified, Unpopular and Costly Iran War
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[WASHINGTON, D.C.] - In the seventh week of Donald Trump's unjustified and illegal Iran war, U.S. Senators Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), Chris Murphy (D-CT), Cory Booker (D-NJ), Tim Kaine (D-VA), Adam Schiff (D-CA), Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Jeff Merkley (D-OR), Kirsten more
Sen. Markey Statement on Joint Resolutions of Disapproval
WASHINGTON, April 15 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Sen. Markey Statement on Joint Resolutions of Disapproval
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Washington (April 15, 2026) - Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) today voted in favor of the joint resolutions of disapproval introduced by Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.). Senator Markey delivered remarks condemning arms sales to Israel as Trump's Iran war rages on. The resolutions were voted down 40-59 and 36-63. Below is an exc more
Senator Baldwin Votes to Rein in Netanyahu and Stop War in Iran
WASHINGTON, April 15 -- Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wisconsin, issued the following news release:
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Senator Baldwin Votes to Rein in Netanyahu and Stop War in Iran
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement after voting to stop the sale of 1,000-pound bombs and bulldozers to Israel as Prime Minister Netanyahu continues to wage a war in Lebanon, breaking the U.S. ceasefire with Iran, killing hundreds of civilians, and extending the regional wa more
Senator Markey Statement on Fourth Iran War Powers Vote
WASHINGTON, April 15 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Senator Markey Statement on Fourth Iran War Powers Vote
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Washington (April 15, 2026) - Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) released the following statement after voting in favor of the war powers resolution introduced by Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.). The vote failed 47-52.
"Trump's war of choice in Iran is a moral tragedy and economic disaster playing out before our eyes. It is only more
Senator Murray Votes to End War in Iran and Calls Out Trump's Broken Promises
WASHINGTON, April 15 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, issued the following news release:
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Senator Murray Votes to End War in Iran and Calls Out Trump's Broken Promises
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Washington, D.C. - Today, Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Vice Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, issued the following statement after voting for a War Powers Resolution to end Donald Trump's reckless and illegal war against Iran:
"For the fourth time, I voted to put an end to Trump's reckless war of choice more
Slotkin Statement on Vote to Block Offensive Weapons Transfers to Israel
WASHINGTON, April 15 -- Sen. Elissa Slotkin, D-Michigan, issued the following news release:
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Slotkin Statement on Vote to Block Offensive Weapons Transfers to Israel
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin released the following statement after voting to block offensive weapons to Israel:
"Today, I voted to block the provision of U.S. military assistance to Israel: 1,000-pound so-called 'dumb' bombs and military bulldozers. In the future, I will continue to assess U.S. more
STATEMENT: Sens. Schiff and Padilla Statement on the Vote of Joint Resolutions of Disapproval of Sales to Israel
WASHINGTON, April 15 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release:
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STATEMENT: Sens. Schiff and Padilla Statement on the Vote of Joint Resolutions of Disapproval of Sales to Israel
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Washington D.C. -Today, U.S. Senators Adam Schiff and Alex Padilla (both D-Calif.) released the following statement on the Senate's vote of Joint Resolutions of Disapproval of Sales to Israel:
"We strongly support Israel's right to defend itself and the right of the people of Israe more
WATCH: Senate Blocks Fourth Attempt by Sens. Schiff, Duckworth, Booker, Kaine to End Trump's Illegal War in Iran
WASHINGTON, April 15 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release:
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WATCH: Senate Blocks Fourth Attempt by Sens. Schiff, Duckworth, Booker, Kaine to End Trump's Illegal War in Iran
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Schiff: "The simple truth is that this administration has no idea how or when this war will end. It is hard to end a war when you are not clear on why you began it."
Washington, D.C. - Today, a majority of Senate Republicans again voted to block a resolution to end President Trump' more
