WASHINGTON, June 23 -- The Federal Reserve Bank issued the following Beige Book on June 4, 2025: * * * National Summary Overall Economic Activity Reports across the twelve Federal Reserve Districts indicate that economic activity has declined slightly since the previous report. Half of the Districts reported slight to moderate declines in activity, three Districts reported no change, and three Districts reported slight growth. All Districts reported elevated levels of economic and policy unc  more

WASHINGTON, June 23 -- Rep. Emanuel Cleaver, D-Missouri, posted the following statement in the extensions of remarks section of the Congressional Record on June 20, 2025: * * * Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a steadfast leader, a tireless advocate, and a committed public servant, Mr. Reginald L. Thomas, who has dedicated his time to improving the lives of workers in Missouri's Fifth Congressional District and throughout the state. As Mr. Thomas steps down from his roles as Vice Preside  more

WASHINGTON, June 21 -- Rep. Ron Estes, R-Kansas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Estes Reacts to Successful U.S. Airstrikes on Iran Nuclear Sites * WASHINGTON - Rep. Ron Estes (R-Kansas) released the following statement after the United States successfully carried out airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear sites. "Tonight's decisive action reflects the United States' commitment to preventing Iran from becoming a nuclear power," said Rep. Estes. "Iran - a regime that espouses 'de  more