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EPA and Ohio EPA to Terminate Settlement after Port Clinton, Ohio, Completed Required Wastewater Upgrades
WASHINGTON, June 1 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release:
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EPA and Ohio EPA to Terminate Settlement after Port Clinton, Ohio, Completed Required Wastewater Upgrades
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The City of Port Clinton invested $15 million to improve wastewater systems that prevent combined sewer overflows
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Ohio Environmental Protection Agency agreed to terminate the settlement with the City of Port Clinton, Ohio, after the city completed all required actions-upgrading its water system and nearly eliminating combined sewer overflows.
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WASHINGTON, June 1 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release:
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EPA and Ohio EPA to Terminate Settlement after Port Clinton, Ohio, Completed Required Wastewater Upgrades
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The City of Port Clinton invested $15 million to improve wastewater systems that prevent combined sewer overflows
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Ohio Environmental Protection Agency agreed to terminate the settlement with the City of Port Clinton, Ohio, after the city completed all required actions-upgrading its water system and nearly eliminating combined sewer overflows.
"Today's action recognizes Port Clinton's completion of its long-term wastewater upgrades and underscores our shared commitment to protecting Lake Erie," said EPA Regional Administrator Anne Vogel. "By dramatically reducing combined sewer overflows and strengthening safeguards for the remaining outfall, the city is delivering cleaner water, safer beaches, and healthier habitats for the people and wildlife that depend on the lake."
"Today's milestone reflects decades of work to modernize Port Clinton's wastewater system and better protect Lake Erie," Ohio EPA Director John Logue said. "Ohio EPA worked closely with the city throughout this process by providing technical assistance and supporting more than $15.6 million in low-interest financing for improvement projects. We look forward to continuing our work together to strengthen wastewater infrastructure, protect the lake, and its watershed for future generations."
"As a community on the shores of Lake Erie, we feel a great responsibility to be stewards of Lake and so we prioritized this important work," said Mayor Mike Snider. "The lifting of the consent decree is going to open the doors for opportunities in the City of Port Clinton, and we will continue to plan for the future of the wastewater treatment plant and the of growth of our community."
In 1999, EPA, DOJ and the State of Ohio entered into a settlement with the city for alleged violations of the Clean Water Act, including frequent combined sewer overflows. These events happen when a municipality's sewer system collects rainwater runoff, domestic sewage and industrial wastewater into one pipe prior to transportation to a treatment plant. During periods of heavy rainfall or flooding, the runoff can overflow, sending untreated stormwater and wastewater into nearby waterways, exposing residents to harmful bacteria and parasites, and endangering the Lake Erie watershed.
The settlement required the city to develop and implement a long-term control plan for its wastewater treatment plant and build a collection system to eliminate combined sewer overflows. The city was also required to ensure the improvements met the necessary requirements of the Clean Water Act.
The city invested millions in upgrades and completed construction of all projects associated with the long-term control plan. With the upgrades in place, the city has eliminated all but one of its combined sewers. For the combined sewer that remains, the city installed a duckbill valve that prevents flow except as authorized by permit. As a result of these measures, the city has achieved and maintained compliance with all provisions of the consent decree and its permit, meeting the qualifications to close the settlement.
Learn more about the Clean Water Act.
Learn more about EPA's enforcement process.
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Original text here: https://www.epa.gov/newsreleases/epa-and-ohio-epa-terminate-settlement-after-port-clinton-ohio-completed-required
EPA Encourages Hurricane Preparedness Across the Southeast for Hurricane Season
WASHINGTON, June 1 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release:
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EPA Encourages Hurricane Preparedness Across the Southeast for Hurricane Season
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ATLANTA (June 1, 2026) - Atlantic hurricane season officially starts today, and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is encouraging residents, businesses, and state and local governments across the Southeast to take proactive steps to prepare for potential hurricanes, flooding, and severe weather events.
Advance planning and preparedness can help protect lives, property, infrastructure, and the environment
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WASHINGTON, June 1 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release:
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EPA Encourages Hurricane Preparedness Across the Southeast for Hurricane Season
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ATLANTA (June 1, 2026) - Atlantic hurricane season officially starts today, and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is encouraging residents, businesses, and state and local governments across the Southeast to take proactive steps to prepare for potential hurricanes, flooding, and severe weather events.
Advance planning and preparedness can help protect lives, property, infrastructure, and the environmentbefore storms make landfall.
"Preparation remains one of the most effective tools communities have during hurricane season," said EPA Region 4 Administrator Kevin McOmber. "Taking steps now to secure homes, safeguard hazardous materials, and strengthen emergency response plans can help reduce risks to public health, protect the environment, and support faster recovery efforts after a storm."
EPA continues to work with federal, state, tribal, and local partners to support emergency preparedness and response efforts throughout hurricane-prone areas of the Southeast. The agency is also reminding facility operators of their responsibilities to prevent, minimize, and report chemical releases that may result from severe weather and storm-related flooding.
EPA's hurricane preparedness resources provide guidance for:
* Preventing and reporting chemical releases during severe weather
* Preparing drinking water and wastewater utilities
* Managing storm debris safely and effectively
* Protecting communities and emergency responders from environmental hazards
Because hurricanes can often be tracked days before landfall, EPA encourages facilities and communities to use that time to implement protective measures and emergency response procedures.
Explore EPA's central hub for hurricane and disaster preparedness information.
Access preparedness resources from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) at:
English FEMA resources Exit EPA's website
Recursos de FEMA en espanol: Exit EPA's website
Find weather alerts and forecasts from the National Weather Service. Exit EPA's website
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Original text here: https://www.epa.gov/newsreleases/epa-encourages-hurricane-preparedness-across-southeast-hurricane-season
STRI Special Events, May 2026
PANAMA CITY, Panama, May 29 -- The Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute issued the following news:
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Special events
STRI special events, May 2026
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Q?Bus debuts manatee activity, Pollinator Festival at the Summit Botanical Garden, Creative Candle Workshop, Coffee Break Trading Edition at the Tupper Center and more!
Global Big Day at Punta Culebra
The Punta Culebra Nature Center Bienteveo Team recorded 46 bird species during Global Big Day, surpassing the 2024 count and the 2025 Christmas Bird Count. Three new species were added to the site list, including a warbler currently nesting
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PANAMA CITY, Panama, May 29 -- The Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute issued the following news:
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Special events
STRI special events, May 2026
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Q?Bus debuts manatee activity, Pollinator Festival at the Summit Botanical Garden, Creative Candle Workshop, Coffee Break Trading Edition at the Tupper Center and more!
Global Big Day at Punta Culebra
The Punta Culebra Nature Center Bienteveo Team recorded 46 bird species during Global Big Day, surpassing the 2024 count and the 2025 Christmas Bird Count. Three new species were added to the site list, including a warbler currently nestingat Punta Culebra. With these findings, the cumulative list now reaches 129 species, reinforcing the area's importance for bird conservation and observation.
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Visit from the Smithsonian's Finance Team to Punta Culebra
The Punta Culebra Nature Center recently welcomed a team from Smithsonian's finance department. During their visit, they explored the exhibits, learned about the center's operations, and spoke with staff. Even the sloths made an appearance, adding a special touch to the day.
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Celebration: World Art Day and Earth Day at Punta Culebra
The Punta Culebra Nature Center's School Program offered hands on activities such as Sunlight Art and Biodiversity in Detail. The Public Program added activities including talks with Smithsonian experts, a discussion at the Aquarium House, and experiences like Mission Metamorphosis and Art with Purpose, a photo booth created with materials collected from the beach to raise awareness about marine pollution. These activities brought families closer to science and conservation, strengthening our connection with the community.
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Q?Bus debuts manatee activity
The "Science Bus" team carried out the first presentation of the activity "Listen to the Manatee: Science Underwater" at C.E.B.G. Bilingue Brisas del Chumical in Arraijan. Students were enthusiastic about the information shared, worked collaboratively, and answered key questions with confidence.
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Ponte Q?rioso: Pollinator and Biodiversity Week
Celebrating World Bee Day and the International Day for Biological Diversity, the Punta Culebra Nature Center hosted educational activities for both school groups and the public, highlighting biodiversity and the importance of pollinators. Students explored the butterfly life cycle and the site's biodiversity using educational materials and real specimens. For the public, interactive activities included pollinators in action, pollen and plant bingo, observation of native bee hives, and an educational talk, supported by the PollenGeo labs and Dr. William Wcislo. The event promoted active learning and strengthened appreciation for the role of pollinators in ecosystems.
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United for the Birds takes flight
What began last year as a guided program is now soaring on its own. Three schools are leading the initiative largely independently, integrating migratory birds into their lessons thanks to the creativity of their teachers. This month, students enthusiastically prepared packages with their work to send to their "buddy classes" in Virginia. We will continue supporting this process, strengthening a relationship that is just beginning to take off.
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STRI at the Birds and Biodiversity Festival
Staff from the Q?Bus shared Smithsonian science with students, teachers, and the general public during the Birds and Biodiversity Festival organized by Fundacion Alada. Surrounded by the lush mountain landscape of El Valle de Anton, they hosted a Show and Tell table featuring birds, pollinators, mammals, and even sharks.
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Pollinator Festival at the Summit Botanical Garden
Punta Culebra Nature Center's Public Programs team and the Q?Bus participated in the Pollinator Festival at the Summit Botanical Garden, bringing technological tools, explaining the pollination cycle, and a butterfly game that delighted both children and adults. Leslye, lead guide, together with Luis and Anna, naturalist guides, showed attendees that science can be fun too.
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Creative Candle Workshop
Recently, the exhibit hall at the Tupper Center came to life as STRI staff gathered for a vibrant candle making experience. They had the chance to mix fragrances and shape their own creations, and the workshop sparked both creativity and camaraderie among colleagues.
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Coffee Break Trading Edition at the Tupper Center
Sweet treats and good vibes during our staff break, complete with cookies, muffins, donuts, and coffee -- plus a fun moment for anyone who wanted to share or trade their 2026 World Cup album stickers.
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Original text here: https://stri.si.edu/story/stri-special-events-may-2026
Smithsonian Starstruck Makes Its World Premiere in Washington, D.C., Launching an Immersive Journey to the Cosmos
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, May 28 -- The Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics issued the following news release:
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Smithsonian Starstruck Makes Its World Premiere in Washington, D.C., Launching an Immersive Journey to the Cosmos
Built from real astronomical data, the fully immersive experience brings stars, galaxies and black holes within reach.
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The Smithsonian launches a gateway to the cosmos with the world premiere of Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience, opening at 926 F St NW in Penn Quarter.
This free-roam, interactive journey invites visitors to witness the birth
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CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, May 28 -- The Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics issued the following news release:
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Smithsonian Starstruck Makes Its World Premiere in Washington, D.C., Launching an Immersive Journey to the Cosmos
Built from real astronomical data, the fully immersive experience brings stars, galaxies and black holes within reach.
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The Smithsonian launches a gateway to the cosmos with the world premiere of Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience, opening at 926 F St NW in Penn Quarter.
This free-roam, interactive journey invites visitors to witness the birthand death of stars, explore distant galaxies and come face-to-face with a black hole, all without leaving Earth.
Sign up for the waitlist now on Fever's website (https://feverup.com/m/598071).
Developed in collaboration with Fever and using real astronomical data from the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory (SAO), Starstruck translates decades of research into a fully immersive, interactive and walkable universe.
Throughout the journey, guests travel alongside some of world's most powerful observatories, including the Hubble Space Telescope, the James Webb Space Telescope and the Chandra X-ray Observatory, venturing far beyond Earth and deep into the cosmos. Along the way, they encounter extreme exoplanets, witness the life cycle of stars and explore the immense scale of galaxies and black holes, gaining a deeper understanding of humanity's place in the universe.
"Smithsonian Starstruck reflects years of thoughtful collaboration across the Smithsonian," said Denise Elliott, acting president of Smithsonian Enterprises. "By working closely with SAO and Fever, we're extending Smithsonian science and storytelling into an immersive format that reaches new audiences while supporting our mission."
Experience Highlights
Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience begins atop SAO's Whipple Observatory in southern Arizona, where a cosmic guide, Astro, awaits. From this summit, the journey launches into deep space aboard the telescopes, revealing the vastness and wonder of the universe like never before.
During the 40-minute experience, visitors will drift through a breathtaking 3D expanse, gliding past thousands of galaxies, racing through the Milky Way and soaring close to the sun to witness its immense energy. Along the way, they will encounter extreme exoplanet worlds, a dying star and the edge of a supermassive black hole.
"This project demonstrates how immersive experiences can make complex scientific ideas more tangible and engaging," said Randall Smith, associate director for science at the Center for Astrophysics at SAO. "It's exciting to see astronomical data translated into an experience that encourages curiosity and exploration."
Celebrating Innovation & Human Accomplishment
Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience honors centuries of scientific curiosity and innovation, demonstrating how exploration continues to expand our understanding of the universe.
From the Big Bang to the Milky Way to the solar system, the experience places visitors within the story of discovery itself, illustrating that humans are not just observers of the cosmos, but part of it.
Developed in close collaboration with the Smithsonian Office of Visitor Accessibility, Starstruck incorporates accessibility features such as captions, visual descriptions, wheelchair-optimized viewing, assistive listening devices, complimentary companion access and monthly low-sensory days. Trained staff and fully accessible venues help ensure a welcoming experience for all. This experience is recommended for ages 10 and up.
About Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience
Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience is a 3D interactive, virtual reality experience that begins at Earth's observatories and launches visitors into the universe--aboard the world's most powerful space telescopes. Developed in close collaboration with SAO, Starstruck translates real astronomical data from SAO, NASA and the European Space Agency into a breathtaking journey through space.
Blending cutting-edge immersive technology with rigorous science and powerful storytelling, Starstruck brings the birth and death of stars, and the vast depths of the cosmos, to life in an entirely new way for audiences craving smart entertainment.
Starstruck brings Smithsonian science and storytelling into an immersive, transportive format, extending the Institution's longstanding mission of sharing knowledge far beyond its physical museums. It reinforces the Smithsonian's commitment to being a welcoming source of knowledge and discovery for all, inviting audiences not just to learn, but to explore and imagine.
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About the Smithsonian
Since its founding in 1846, the Smithsonian Institution has been committed to inspiring generations through knowledge and discovery. It is the world's largest museum, education and research complex, consisting of 21 museums, the National Zoological Park, education centers, research facilities, cultural centers, libraries and gardens. Two of the 21 museums--the National Museum of the American Latino and the Smithsonian American Women's History Museum--are in the early planning stages. The total number of objects, works of art and specimens at the Smithsonian is about 157 million.
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About the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory
The Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory is a research center of the Smithsonian Institution and part of the Center for Astrophysics, the largest astrophysics research center in the world. The Observatory has been a pioneer in space exploration and discovery since its founding in 1890. Today, in addition to performing groundbreaking astronomical research, SAO operates multiple satellites, including NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory, and runs the Minor Planet Center that tracks all known asteroids in the solar system.
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About Smithsonian Enterprises
Smithsonian Enterprises oversees the commercial activities of the Smithsonian Institution with five primary business divisions: media, retail, licensing, eCommerce and travel. The mission of SE is to engage in successful and profitable revenue generating business activities that support and extend the Smithsonian's mission, values and reputation.
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About Virtual Worlds
Virtual Worlds is a creative studio specializing in high-quality, free-roam immersive experiences that transport audiences inside history's most remarkable stories. By combining cinematic artistry with cutting-edge technology, the studio brings history, culture and imagination to life with unparalleled depth, scale and immersion.
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About Fever
Fever is the world's leading tech platform for discovering culture and live entertainment, inspiring over 300 million people last year to discover the best experiences in over 40 countries. With a mission to increase access to culture and entertainment in real life, Fever inspires users to enjoy unique experiences and events--from immersive exhibitions and sports to interactive theatrical performances, concerts and festivals--while empowering its partners with data and technology to develop and expand new experiences worldwide.
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Original text here: https://www.cfa.harvard.edu/news/smithsonian-starstruck-makes-its-world-premiere-washington-dc-launching-immersive-journey-cosmos
IDB Supports Investments in Entre Rios' Provincial Roads to Advance Argentina's Regional Integration
WASHINGTON, May 28 -- The Inter-American Development Bank issued the following news release:
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IDB Supports Investments in Entre Rios' Provincial Roads to Advance Argentina's Regional Integration
The Board of Executive Directors of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has approved $280 million in Multiple Works Financing to improve provincial roads and urban access routes in the Argentina's Entre Rios Province, contributing to productive development, trade, and regional connectivity.
The project will finance the reconstruction and comprehensive rehabilitation of strategic provincial
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WASHINGTON, May 28 -- The Inter-American Development Bank issued the following news release:
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IDB Supports Investments in Entre Rios' Provincial Roads to Advance Argentina's Regional Integration
The Board of Executive Directors of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has approved $280 million in Multiple Works Financing to improve provincial roads and urban access routes in the Argentina's Entre Rios Province, contributing to productive development, trade, and regional connectivity.
The project will finance the reconstruction and comprehensive rehabilitation of strategic provincialroads and urban bypasses along segments with heavy truck traffic and will improve access and circulation conditions across the local road network. In addition, the program will strengthen the institutional capacities of the provincial government for road management.
This financing is part of the IDB Group's regional South Connection program, designed to improve connectivity, strengthen competitiveness, and promote sustainable growth in South America. Within this program, the IDB supports subnational projects to foster integration by strengthening strategic corridors across the region.
"This operation reflects our commitment to promoting more resilient and efficient infrastructure that can support the productive development of Entre Rios and strengthen regional integration," said Viviana Alva Hart, the IDB Group's representative in Argentina. "Improving roads not only facilitates trade and logistics, but also enhances quality of life and access to opportunities for thousands of people," she added.
The IDB-supported investment plan will also finance hydraulic interventions aimed at improving drainage and reducing vulnerability to flooding.
The project will also fund the implementation of a Road Asset Management System and an Infrastructure Management System, driving a shift toward data-based network management and long-term planning. This improvement will help generate lasting impacts for efficient public spending in the road sector and sustainability of investments.
The IDB financing of $280 million has a repayment term of 21.5 years, a grace period of 9 years, and an interest rate based on SOFR.
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About the IDB
The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), a member of the IDB Group, is devoted to improving lives across Latin America and the Caribbean. Founded in 1959, the Bank works with the region's public sector to design and enable impactful, innovative solutions for sustainable and inclusive development. Leveraging financing, technical expertise, and knowledge, it promotes growth and well-being in 26 countries.
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Original text here: https://www.iadb.org/en/news/idb-supports-investments-entre-rios-provincial-roads-advance-argentinas-regional-integration
GSA Joins Presidential Task Force to Eliminate Fraud
WASHINGTON, May 28 -- The General Services Administration issued the following news release:
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GSA Joins Presidential Task Force to Eliminate Fraud
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Joins Vice President Vance in Efforts to Eliminate Waste, Fraud and Abuse
WASHINGTON - Today, the General Services Administration (GSA) announced it is joining the White House Task Force to Eliminate Fraud, bringing the full force of its federal procurement, technology, and operational expertise to one of the administration's most aggressive government accountability initiatives to date.
Established under Executive Order 14395 on March 16,
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WASHINGTON, May 28 -- The General Services Administration issued the following news release:
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GSA Joins Presidential Task Force to Eliminate Fraud
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Joins Vice President Vance in Efforts to Eliminate Waste, Fraud and Abuse
WASHINGTON - Today, the General Services Administration (GSA) announced it is joining the White House Task Force to Eliminate Fraud, bringing the full force of its federal procurement, technology, and operational expertise to one of the administration's most aggressive government accountability initiatives to date.
Established under Executive Order 14395 on March 16,2026, the Task Force, chaired by Vice President JD Vance, leads the federal government's concerted efforts to uncover and eliminate waste, abuse, and illicit activities across federal benefit programs.
Given the Task Force's great success, it is now leveraging GSA's unmatched reach in acquisition, shared services, technology modernization, and federal real estate. GSA is uniquely positioned to help the Task Force detect irregularities, accelerate investigations, and safeguard taxpayer dollars.
As the engine of the federal government, GSA will play a central role in identifying vulnerabilities, strengthening oversight, and helping lead the government-wide effort to root out fraud, waste, and abuse across contracting programs.
"From dead people receiving food stamps, to billions already uncovered in Medicaid fraud, we cannot tolerate the excessive fraud that has plagued our benefits programs," said Anti Fraud Task Force Director, Scott Brady. "We are committed to uncovering and eliminating waste, abuse, and systemic vulnerabilities that undermine these programs and take advantage of American taxpayers. GSA's background will be instrumental in delivering President Trump's promise to protect American taxpayers and ensure resources reach those who truly need them."
"GSA sits at the center of the federal acquisition and contracting ecosystem, making us a critical force in the fight against fraud," said GSA Administrator Edward C. Forst. "We are proud to join Vice President Vance and this Task Force to aggressively identify abuse, strengthen oversight, and protect the integrity of federal procurement. GSA will bring advanced analytical capabilities, investigative support, and cross-government coordination to help expose high-risk fraud patterns and stop bad actors from exploiting taxpayer-funded systems."
GSA's participation reinforces a whole-of-government strategy focused on restoring accountability, strengthening operational integrity, and ensuring federal programs deliver results for the American people. By combining the Task Force's investigative mission with GSA's government-wide infrastructure and procurement expertise, the administration is accelerating efforts to increase transparency, improve efficiency, and reinforce public trust in federal operations.
About GSA: GSA provides centralized procurement and shared services for the federal government. GSA manages a nationwide real estate portfolio of approximately 360 million rentable square feet, oversees more than $126 billion in products and services via federal contracts, and delivers technology services to millions of people across dozens of federal agencies. GSA's mission is to deliver exceptional customer experience and value in real estate, acquisition, and technology services to the government and the American people. For more information, visit GSA.gov and follow us at @USGSA.
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Original text here: https://www.gsa.gov/about-gsa/newsroom/news-releases/gsa-joins-presidential-task-force-to-eliminate-fraud-05282026
Fannie Mae Announces Sale of Reperforming Loans
WASHINGTON, May 28 -- Fannie Mae issued the following news release:
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Fannie Mae Announces Sale of Reperforming Loans
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WASHINGTON, DC - Fannie Mae (FNMA/OTCQB) today began marketing its most recent sale of reperforming loans.
The sale consists of approximately 2,333 loans, having an unpaid principal balance of approximately $565 million, and is available for purchase by qualified bidders.
This sale of reperforming loans is being marketed in collaboration with Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. Bids are due on June 23, 2026.
Reperforming loans are loans that have been seriously delinquent
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WASHINGTON, May 28 -- Fannie Mae issued the following news release:
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Fannie Mae Announces Sale of Reperforming Loans
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WASHINGTON, DC - Fannie Mae (FNMA/OTCQB) today began marketing its most recent sale of reperforming loans.
The sale consists of approximately 2,333 loans, having an unpaid principal balance of approximately $565 million, and is available for purchase by qualified bidders.
This sale of reperforming loans is being marketed in collaboration with Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. Bids are due on June 23, 2026.
Reperforming loans are loans that have been seriously delinquentin the past, have reperformed for a period of time, and are current at the time offered for sale. The terms of Fannie Mae's reperforming loan sale require the buyer to offer loss mitigation options to any borrower who may re-default within five years following the closing of the reperforming loan sale. All purchasers are required to honor any approved or in-process loss mitigation efforts at the time of sale, including loan modifications. In addition, purchasers must offer delinquent borrowers a waterfall of loss mitigation options, including loan modifications, which may include principal forgiveness, prior to initiating foreclosure on any loan.
Interested bidders can register for ongoing announcements, training, and other information here. Fannie Mae will also post information about specific pools available for purchase on that page.
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Original text here: https://www.fanniemae.com/newsroom/fannie-mae-news/sale-reperforming-loans-may-2026
