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SAFE: Removing Penalties From Fuel Economy Program Is a Gift to OPEC
WASHINGTON, June 14 -- SAFE, an organization that says it unites military and business leaders to develop and advocate for policies that improve America's energy security by curtailing dependence on oil and promoting responsible use of domestic energy resources, issued the following statement on June 13, 2025:

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Removing Penalties from Fuel Economy Program Is a Gift to OPEC

Washington, DC-As oil prices rise on geopolitical risks, efficient vehicles are more important than ever

The Senate Commerce Committee has released reconciliation language that would remove all financial penalties from ... Show Full Article

NYCLU Statement on No Kings Day
NEW YORK, June 14 [Category: Law/Legal] -- New York Civil Liberties Union issued the following news release:

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NYCLU Statement on No Kings Day

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NEW YORK CITY - Today the New York Civil Liberties Union joined New Yorkers at No Kings Day events across the state. In response, NYCLU Executive Director Donna Lieberman issued the following statement:

"As the wannabe king squanders millions on a military parade today to emulate dictators and intimidate critics, We the People are resolute. We will stand up to the Trump regime, take on Project 2025, and defend our freedoms.

"We will not stand ... Show Full Article

LDF Condemns Politically Motivated Shootings of Minnesota State Officials ...
NEW YORK, June 14 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund posted the following news:

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LDF Condemns Politically Motivated Shootings of Minnesota State Officials...

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Minnesota State Representative, and former Speaker of the Minnesota House, Melissa Hortman and her husband were shot and killed this weekend in their homes by a gunman who presented himself as a law enforcement official. Minnesota State Senator John Hoffman and his wife were also shot in their home, leaving them in critical condition, and have since undergone surgery. 

The shootings took place ... Show Full Article

In NCLA Amicus Win, Supreme Court Revives Innocent Family's Suit Over FBI's Wrong-House Raid
WASHINGTON, June 14 -- The New Civil Liberties Alliance issued the following news release:

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In NCLA Amicus Win, Supreme Court Revives Innocent Family's Suit over FBI's Wrong-House Raid

Washington, DC (June 13, 2025) - The U.S. Supreme Court unanimously reversed the Eleventh U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals' dismissal of Martin v. United States, an Atlanta family's Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) suit against the government for a wrong-house raid in 2017. FBI agents invaded the home of Trina Martin and her family, shackling her partner on the floor and holding a half-naked Ms. Martin at gunpoint, ... Show Full Article

GreenLatinos: Rolling Back Progress: EPA Begins Dismantling Climate and Air Toxics Protections
WASHINGTON, June 14 -- GreenLatinos, an organization that says it convenes a coalition of Latino leaders committed to addressing national, regional and local environmental, natural resources and conservation that affect the health and welfare of the Latino community, issued the following news release on June 13, 2025:

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Rolling Back Progress: EPA Begins Dismantling Climate and Air Toxics Protections

GreenLatinos condemns the repeal of both the Carbon Power Plant Rules and the Mercury and Air Toxics standards, putting polluter profits over the health, safety, and economic stability of frontline ... Show Full Article

CALSTART Applauds California and Coalition of States for Clean Cars and Trucks Leadership
PASADENA, California, June 14 -- CALSTART, an organization that says it works with member companies to build a clean transportation industry, issued the following news release on June 12, 2025:

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CALSTART Applauds California and Coalition of States for Clean Cars and Trucks Leadership

In response to the latest attack on California's clean transportation programs, state leaders are taking decisive and united action, Today, California Attorney General Bonta- joined by ten other attorneys general - filed a lawsuit challenging Congress's effort that revoked California's long-standing authority ... Show Full Article

ADC Statement on Israel's Unprecedented and Unprovoked Attacks on Iran
WASHINGTON, June 14 -- The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee issued the following news release:

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ADC Statement on Israel's Unprecedented and Unprovoked Attacks on Iran

The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) condemns Israel's unprecedented, reckless, and illegal military aggression against Iran, actions that threaten to plunge the Middle East into catastrophic warfare. Once again, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has sabotaged peace efforts in the region, severely jeopardizing current U.S. diplomatic negotiations with Iran and regional stability. The Administration ... Show Full Article