WASHINGTON, June 27 -- Rep. Cleo Fields, D-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * A Statement from Congressman Fields on the Supreme Court's Continuation in the Louisiana v. Callais Proceedings * June 27, 2025 A Statement from Congressman Fields on the Supreme Court's Continuation in the Louisiana v. Callais Proceedings Washington, DC - Today, the Supreme Court announced that Louisiana v. Callais, a case regarding Louisiana's congressional map that was approved by the Louisi  more

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- Rep. Cleo Fields, D-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * A Statement from Rep. Fields on U.S. Strikes on Iranian Nuclear Sites * " I have been consistent in my belief that America should not be entangled in the Iran-Israel conflict. The recent news of U.S. air strikes only deepens our involvement in a war that does not serve the best interests of the American people. Our priority should be diplomacy and de-escalation. We must focus on the pressing needs   more

FORT POLK, Louisiana, June 25 -- The U.S. Army Medicine issued the following news: * * * Acting Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs visits BJACH, highlights critical role in Fort Polk readiness By Jean Graves Dr. Stephen Ferrara, acting assistant secretary of defense for health affairs, visited Bayne Jones Army Community Hospital on June 24 to gain firsthand insight into the installation's medical readiness mission and the hospital's vital role in supporting Soldiers rotating t  more

WASHINGTON, June 25 (Rep.) -- House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Americans are Counting on Congress to Pass the One Big Beautiful Bill * "Fox News: Louisiana mom warns 'half of what we're working for' at risk if Trump's budget bill fails" WASHINGTON -- Yesterday, House GOP Leadership invited constituents from each of their districts to discuss how the One Big Beautiful Bill will benefit every industry, and every profession, in every district i  more

WASHINGTON, June 25 -- Rep. Mike Johnson, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Americans are Counting on Congress to Pass the One Big Beautiful Bill * WASHINGTON -- Yesterday, House GOP Leadership invited constituents from each of their districts to discuss how the One Big Beautiful Bill will benefit every industry, and every profession, in every district in America. Fox News' Liz Elkind spoke with those constituents; read their testimonies below. "I believe that our tax r  more

BARKSDALE AFB, Louisiana, June 27 -- The U.S. Air Force Global Strike Command issued the following news: * * * Another decade of the B-52's enduring legacy * * Published June 27, 2025 * By Aaliyah Beverly * Air Force Global Strike Command Public Affairs BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. -- Air Force Global Strike Command is celebrating the enduring legacy of one of America's most iconic strategic bombers -- the B-52 Stratofortress, affectionately known as the BUFF. Originally enteri  more

WASHINGTON, June 27 -- Families USA, a nonpartisan consumer health advocacy organization, issued the following news release: * * * Big Budget Bill's Impact on Louisiana's Health System: More Louisiana Residents Uninsured, Higher Health Care Costs, and More Consequences of the Many Cuts to Care New Families USA Analysis Details How Steep Cuts Will Hurt Louisiana Residents * BATON ROUGE, LA - A new fact sheet from Families USA details how the pending budget bill, set to be voted on by the Sen  more

WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Mike Johnson, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Bipartisan Leadership Statement on Member Security * WASHINGTON -- Today, Speaker Mike Johnson and Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following joint statement: "We had a very productive meeting and recognize the urgency of acting quickly, decisively, and in a bipartisan manner to ensure the safety and security of all Members and their families. "Chairman Bryan Steil and Ranking Me  more

WASHINGTON, June 26 (Rep.) -- House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Bipartisan Leadership Statement on Member Security * WASHINGTON -- Today, Speaker Mike Johnson and Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following joint statement: "We had a very productive meeting and recognize the urgency of acting quickly, decisively, and in a bipartisan manner to ensure the safety and security of all Members and their families. "Chairman Bryan Stei  more

WASHINGTON, June 25 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Cassidy Applauds Commonwealth's Authorization for $11 Billion LNG Investment in Louisiana * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) applauded the announcement that the U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) issued a final order upholding authorization for Commonwealth's 9.5 million tonnes per annum liquefied natural gas (LNG) export project in Calcasieu Ship Channel near Came  more

WASHINGTON, June 25 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Cassidy Celebrates Unanimous Committee Passage of Children and Teens' Online Privacy Protection Legislation * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) and Edward Markey (D-MA) celebrated the unanimous passage of their Children and Teens' Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA 2.0) through the Commerce Committee. The legislation would ensure children and teenagers are protected online by   more

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Cassidy Delivers Floor Speech on Lowering Flood Insurance Rates with Hurricane Season Underway * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) delivered a speech on the U.S. Senate floor highlighting the need to end the Biden-era Risk Rating 2.0 policy and for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) to remain affordable. "We have a chance to bring down prices on flood insurance in the   more

WASHINGTON, June 25 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Cassidy Releases Statement After Google Endorses His Children and Teens' Online Privacy Bill * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) today announced that Google has endorsed the Children and Teens' Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA 2.0). The legislation would update online data privacy rules for the 21st century and ensure children and teenagers are protected online. The U.S. Sena  more

WASHINGTON, June 23 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Cassidy Unveils Discussion Draft Expressing Support for Digital Assets * WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) released a discussion draft of his resolution expressing support for digital assets, blockchain technology, U.S.-led innovation in payments, and a corresponding tax regime tailored to digital assets. "It is in America's national security interest to remain the safes  more

WASHINGTON, June 23 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Cassidy, Tillis, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Maintain Law and Order Amid Riots * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Thom Tillis (R-NC), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), Tommy Tuberville (R-AL), and Ted Budd (R-NC) introduced the Safe and Open Streets Act to make it a federal crime to purposely obstruct, delay, or affect commerce by blocking a public road or highway. "In America, peop  more

WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana, chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, issued the following news on June 25, 2025: * * * Chair Cassidy Delivers Remarks During Confirmation Hearing on Nomination for CDC Director WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, delivered remarks during today's hearing on the nomination of Susan Monarez to be Director of the Ce  more

WASHINGTON, June 28 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana, chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, issued the following news on June 27, 2025: * * * Chair Cassidy Reacts to Supreme Court Decision in Mahmoud v. Taylor WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, released a statement following the Supreme Court ruling in Mahmoud v. Taylor. Cassidy previously led an amicus brie  more

WASHINGTON, June 23 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Committee Cliff Notes: Weekly Preview - Week of June 23, 2025 * Here's what to watch for from House Republican committees during the week: Agriculture On Thursday, June 26, the Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities, Risk Management, and Credit will hold a hearing called "A Review of the U.S. Grain Standards Act." Appropriations On Monday, June 23, the Subcommittee o  more

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, June 26 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Southern Environmental Law Center posted the following news release: * * * Community and Fishermen Urge FERC to Halt Unlawful Construction on Massive CP2 LNG Export Project * Cameron Parish, LA -- Today, the Southern Environmental Law Center, on behalf of For a Better Bayou, Fishermen Involved in Sustaining Our Heritage (FISH), impacted commercial fishermen and landowners, and other community and environmental groups, filed a r  more

WASHINGTON, June 23 -- Rep. Troy Carter, D-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Carter Introduces Bill to Strengthen Port Infrastructure and Support American Manufacturing * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-LA) and Congressman Mike Ezell (R-MS) introduced the Strengthening American Maritime Dominance Act (SAMDA), a bipartisan bill designed to maximize investment in infrastructure for cargo ports and support American manufacturing jobs.   more

WASHINGTON, June 27 -- Rep. Troy Carter, D-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Carter Statement on SCOTUS Louisiana Congressional Maps Ruling * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-LA) released the following statement after the Supreme Court ruled on Louisiana's congressional maps: "The Supreme Court's decision to rehear this case is a disappointing but not unfamiliar step in the long struggle for fair representation in Louisiana. While t  more

WASHINGTON, June 27 (TNSrpt) -- The National Skills Coalition issued the following news release on June 26, 2025: * * * Cuts to Federal Programs Could Risk 3,600 Jobs and $687 Million in Economic Loss in Louisiana A 20% cut to federal programs could also impact more than 80 industries, including construction and employment services, in the state. * Washington, D.C. - Today, National Skills Coalition (NSC) released an analysis conducted by the Burning Glass Institute on the potential impact   more

NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, June 26 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Entergy posted the following news release: * * * Entergy Texas proposes major transmission investments to power Southeast Texas growth * THE WOODLANDS, Texas - With Texas leading the nation in population growth, the demand for reliable electricity has never been higher. As new families and businesses move into Southeast Texas, Entergy Texas is proposing two major transmission projects to help ensure the region has the infrastructure it  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, June 23 [Category: Health Care] -- G.E. HealthCare posted the following news release: * * * GE HealthCare enhances cardiac diagnostics with innovative molecular imaging solutions showcased at SNMMI 2025 * * GE HealthCare continues to advance precision care in cardiology through innovative molecular imaging solutions to help support early diagnosis, tailored treatments, and improved patient outcomes. CHICAGO -- June 23, 2025 -- GE HealthCare's commitment to advancing preci  more

WASHINGTON, June 25 -- Rep. Mike Johnson, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * House Republicans Put America's Strength, Security, and Servicemembers First * WASHINGTON -- Speaker Johnson released the following statement after the House approved H.R. 3944, the FY26 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act. "The passage of this legislation builds on Republicans' commitment to put America's strength, security, and servicemembers first.  more

WASHINGTON, June 25 (Rep.) -- House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * House Republicans Put America's Strength, Security, and Servicemembers First * House Approves FY26 Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act WASHINGTON -- Speaker Johnson released the following statement after the House approved H.R. 3944, the FY26 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act. "The passage of this legislat  more

WASHINGTON, June 25 -- Rep. Mike Johnson, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * House Stands United to Condemn Deadly Attack on Minnesota Lawmakers * WASHINGTON -- Speaker Johnson released the following statement after the House passed H.Res.519, a resolution condemning the attacks on Minnesota lawmakers in Brooklyn Park and Champlin, Minnesota. "Today, every House Republican and Democrat stood united in condemning the horrific, politically motivated shootings in Minnesota.  more

WASHINGTON, June 25 (Rep.) -- House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * House Stands United to Condemn Deadly Attack on Minnesota Lawmakers * WASHINGTON -- Speaker Johnson released the following statement after the House passed H.Res.519, a resolution condemning the attacks on Minnesota lawmakers in Brooklyn Park and Champlin, Minnesota. "Today, every House Republican and Democrat stood united in condemning the horrific, politically motivated shootin  more

WASHINGTON, June 25 -- Sen. John Kennedy, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Kennedy mocks Putin for abandoning Iran: "With friends like Russia, who needs enemies?" * Watch Kennedy's comments here. WASHINGTON - Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor: "Where is Russia? Where is President Putin? I ask that question in light of what's been happening over the past week in Iran. Where's Russia? Where's President Putin? You couldn't fi  more

WASHINGTON, June 21 -- Sen. John Kennedy, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Kennedy statement on the passing of Joe Canizaro * MADISONVILLE, La. - Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) today released the following statement on the passing of New Orleans real estate developer and philanthropist Joseph C. Canizaro: "Joe was, and is, a force of nature, with a heart as big as Lake Pontchartrain. I will miss him. We all will." *** Original text here: https://www.kennedy.senate.gov/pu  more

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- Sen. John Kennedy, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Kennedy, Daines, colleagues to Trump admin: New trade deals can benefit American farmers, energy producers and manufacturers * WASHINGTON - Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) today joined Sen. Steve Daines (R-Mont.), Rep. Adrian Smith (R-Neb.) and 53 other lawmakers in sending a letter to U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent, Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Roll  more

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- Rep. Julia Letlow, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Letlow Files Bill Directing Tariff Revenue to Farmers WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Julia Letlow has filed legislation to support American agricultural producers impacted by disruptions to the global trade market. The bill would create a dedicated fund, administered by the Secretary of Agriculture, to provide a timely and targeted safety net for American farmers and producers. The Tariff Respon  more

WASHINGTON, June 27 -- Rep. Julia Letlow, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release on June 26, 2025: * * * Letlow Honors LSU Baseball on Floor of U.S. House WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today Louisiana Congresswoman Julia Letlow honored LSU's national champion baseball team on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives. On Sunday LSU captured their eighth NCAA Division I baseball title, capping off a 53-win season with an undefeated College World Series run. Letlow's 5th Congressional Distri  more

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- Rep. Julia Letlow, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release on June 22, 2025: * * * Letlow Statement on Iran Strikes WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Julia Letlow (LA-5) released the following statement regarding Saturday's U.S. strikes against Iranian nuclear sites. "President Trump's decisive action protects America's security and is a key step toward halting Iran's march toward becoming a nuclear power. I'm grateful to our troops for their bravery in successf  more

TARPON SPRINGS, Florida, June 26 (TNSjou) -- The Southern Shrimp Alliance issued the following news release on June 24, 2025: * * * Louisiana Issues Seafood Warning as UGA Study Reveals Antibiotic Resistance in Shrimp Imports A groundbreaking study from a University of Georgia research team has identified imported shrimp and scallops as a vector spreading bacteria resistant to the potent antibiotic colistin. Resistant bacteria pose a threat to our medical community's ability to treat life-thr  more

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- George Washington University posted the following news: * * * Media Tip Sheet: Court Blocks Louisiana Law Requiring Ten Commandments in Classrooms * WASHINGTON (June 24, 2025) - A panel of three appellate judges has ruled Louisiana law to be displayed in classrooms is unconstitutional. They continued to say that the mandate violates the separation of church and state. The Louisiana Attorney General, Liz Murrill, said she would appeal the ruling. Bob Tuttle, David R  more

WASHINGTON, June 27 (TNSFR) -- The Nuclear Regulatory Commission Division of Fuel Management Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards has issued a notice entitled "Urenco USA Facility Authorizations." This notice conveys that staff from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission has completed inspections at the Louisiana Energy Services, LLC, Urenco USA Facility located in Eunice, New Mexico. As a result of these inspections, the facility has received authorization to introduce uranium hexafluor  more

JEFFERSON, Louisiana, June 26 -- Ochsner Health System issued the following news release: * * * Ochsner Baton Rouge pediatric orthopedic surgeon expands locations and appointments Board-certified expert in pediatric orthopedic care now offering more appointments for specialized treatment for scoliosis, fractures and other limb abnormalities in Baton Rouge. * BATON ROUGE, La. - Pediatric orthopedic surgeon Ryan P. Farmer, MD, FAAOS is now offering appointments at Ochsner Medical Complex - Th  more

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Scalise Condemns Acts of Political Violence in Minnesota * Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) spoke on the House Floor in support of a resolution unequivocally condemning last week's politically-motivated attack on Minnesota lawmakers and their families. Leader Scalise shared how these attacks hit home for him, as the gunman who shot him in 2017 had a similar list  more

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- Rep. Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Scalise Condemns Acts of Political Violence in Minnesota * WASHINGTON, D.C. --Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) spoke on the House Floor in support of a resolution unequivocally condemning last week's politically-motivated attack on Minnesota lawmakers and their families. Leader Scalise shared how these attacks hit home for him, as the gunman who shot him in 2017 had a similar li  more

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Scalise Highlights Louisiana Family-Owned Energy Business Relying on OBBB Passage * Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.), Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain (R-Mich.), and their constituents to discuss the once-in-a-generation impact of the One Big Beautiful Bill. Leader Scalise introduced   more

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- Rep. Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Scalise Highlights Louisiana Family-Owned Energy Business Relying on OBBB Passage * WASHINGTON, D.C. --Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.), Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain (R-Mich.), and their constituents to discuss the once-in-a-generation impact of the One Big Beautiful Bill. Leader Scalise introduce  more

WASHINGTON, June 25 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Scalise: OBBB Failure Is Not An Option * Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) appeared on Fox Business Network's Varney and Co. to discuss the need to get the One Big Beautiful Bill to President Trump's desk by July 4th. Leader Scalise emphasized how this bill would unleash an America First agenda by maximizing economic growth and job creation through lower taxes an  more

WASHINGTON, June 25 -- Rep. Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Scalise: OBBB Failure Is Not An Option * WASHINGTON, D.C. --Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) appeared on Fox Business Network's Varney and Co. to discuss the need to get the One Big Beautiful Bill to President Trump's desk by July 4th. Leader Scalise emphasized how this bill would unleash an America First agenda by maximizing economic growth and job creation through lower taxes   more

WASHINGTON, June 25 -- Sen. John Kennedy, R-Louisiana, issued the following floor remarks on June 24, 2025 (In this document, the reference to Mr. President refers to the presiding officer of the Senate at the time of the speech): * * * Mr. President, where is Russia? Where is President Putin? I ask that question in light of what has been happening over the past week in Iran. Where is Russia? Where is President Putin? You couldn't find either one of them with a search party. "Dog the Bounty Hu  more

WASHINGTON, June 27 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana, chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, issued the following news on June 26, 2025: * * * Senate HELP Committee Votes to Approve President Trump's Education, Labor Nominees WASHINGTON - Today, the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee voted to advance eight of President Trump's nominees at the Department of Education, the Department of Labor, and the Equal Employment Opportunity Com  more

WASHINGTON, June 26 (Rep.) -- House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Speaker Johnson Joins the Megyn Kelly Show * WASHINGTON -- Yesterday, Speaker Johnson sat for a wide-ranging interview on the Megyn Kelly Show - his first appearance on the show. Watch the full interview here On the One Big Beautiful Bill benefitting hardworking Americans: in that first Trump administration, we had the greatest economy in the history of the world. Job partici  more

WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Mike Johnson, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Speaker Johnson Joins the Megyn Kelly Show * WASHINGTON -- Yesterday, Speaker Johnson sat for a wide-ranging interview on the Megyn Kelly Show - his first appearance on the show. Watch the full interview here On the One Big Beautiful Bill benefitting hardworking Americans: in that first Trump administration, we had the greatest economy in the history of the world. Job participation rate was   more

WASHINGTON, June 26 (Rep.) -- House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Speaker Johnson Presents Congressional Gold Medal to the Army Rangers of World War II * WASHINGTON -- Speaker Johnson hosted a bipartisan Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony today to honor the courage and contributions of the Army Rangers of World War II. First activated in 1942, the Rangers formed the tip of the spear of the Army's special operations in World War II. They fought her  more

WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Mike Johnson, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Speaker Johnson Presents Congressional Gold Medal to the Army Rangers of World War II * WASHINGTON -- Speaker Johnson hosted a bipartisan Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony today to honor the courage and contributions of the Army Rangers of World War II. First activated in 1942, the Rangers formed the tip of the spear of the Army's special operations in World War II. They fought heroically from Nor  more

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- Rep. Mike Johnson, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Speaker Johnson Spotlights Louisiana Mother and Small Business Owner at Weekly Press Conference * WASHINGTON -- This morning, at the weekly House Republican Leadership press conference, Speaker Johnson and House Republican Leadership hosted constituents from their districts to discuss how the One Big Beautiful Bill will benefit their small businesses, keep their communities safer, and put more of   more

WASHINGTON, June 21 -- Rep. Mike Johnson, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Speaker Johnson Statement on U.S. Airstrikes on Iran Nuclear Sites * Speaker Johnson today released the following statement: "The military operations in Iran should serve as a clear reminder to our adversaries and allies that President Trump means what he says. "The President gave Iran's leader every opportunity to make a deal, but Iran refused to commit to a nuclear disarmament agreement. "  more

WASHINGTON, June 24 (Rep.) -- House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Speaker Johnson: Other Presidents Talked Tough on Iran. President Trump Acted. * For Immediate Release June 24, 2025 Contact: Taylor Haulsee WASHINGTON -- This morning, at the weekly House Republican Leadership press conference, Speaker Johnson addressed President Trump's historic ceasefire agreement, the constitutionality of the strikes against Iran's nuclear facilities, and  more

WASHINGTON, June 24 (Rep.) -- House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Speaker Johnson: President Trump is Showing What "Peace Through Strength" Actually Means * For Immediate Release June 24, 2025 Contact: Taylor Haulsee WASHINGTON -- This morning, Speaker Johnson joined Fox News' Fox and Friends to react to the ceasefire deal between Israel and Iran and discuss the July 4 reconciliation deadline. Watch the full interview here. On the succe  more

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- Rep. Mike Johnson, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Speaker Johnson: President Trump is Showing What "Peace Through Strength" Actually Means * WASHINGTON -- This morning, Speaker Johnson joined Fox News' Fox and Friends to react to the ceasefire deal between Israel and Iran and discuss the July 4 reconciliation deadline. Watch the full interview here. On the success of American strikes in Iran and their nuclear program: We're under no illusio  more

WASHINGTON, June 25 -- Rep. Troy Carter, D-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Statement from Congressman Carter on Rep. LaMonica McIver * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Troy A. Crater, Sr. (D-LA) released the following statement: "I stand in strong support of my colleague, Congresswoman LaMonica McIver, who is being unfairly targeted for fulfilling one of the most sacred responsibilities we hold as Members of Congress: oversight. "Oversight is not a political weap  more

WASHINGTON, June 21 -- Rep. Troy Carter, D-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Statement from Congressman Carter on U.S. Bombing of Iran * NEW ORLEANS, L.A. - Tonight, Congressman Troy A. Crater, Sr. (D-LA) released the following statement: "Once again, we find ourselves on the brink of war--launched not by Congressional consensus, but by executive proclamation. President Trump's unilateral strikes on Iranian nuclear sites--no matter how provocative the target--constitute a  more

NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, June 24 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Entergy posted the following news release: * * * Stuttgart Industrial Park achieves Entergy Arkansas 'Select Site' Certification * Stuttgart, Ark. - The Stuttgart Chamber of Commerce, the Stuttgart Industrial Development Corporation and Entergy Arkansas announced today the completion of its Select Site certification for two industrial sites, one 154-acres site and one 62-acre site, located in the Stuttgart Industrial Park on U.S. Highw  more

CANTON, Ohio, June 26 [Category: Sports] -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Super Bowl LIX halftime performer charged for running on field with 'Sudan and Free Gaza' flag * NEW ORLEANS -- A Super Bowl halftime show performer was charged Thursday with two misdemeanors, about 4 1/2 months after he ran across the field at the Superdome waving a flag that included the words "Sudan and Free Gaza," Louisiana State Police said. *** Original text here: https://www.nfl  more

NEW YORK, June 27 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund posted the following news: * * * Supreme Court Orders Re-Argument of Louisiana Redistricting Case for Next Term * WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, the U.S. Supreme Court issued an order to reargue the case of Louisiana v. Callais and will issue an order scheduling the argument and specifying any additional questions that will need to be addressed in the case. Louisiana's current map with two majority-Black di  more

NEW YORK, June 27 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The American Civil Liberties Union, an organization that works to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the U.S., posted the following news release: * * * Supreme Court Orders Re-Argument of Louisiana Redistricting Case for Next Term * WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, the U.S. Supreme Court issued an order to reargue the case of Louisiana v. Callais and will later issue an order scheduling the a  more

WASHINGTON, June 28 -- Syrah Technologies LLC, Vidalia, Louisiana, a subsidiary of Syrah Resources Ltd., has urged the U.S. Department of Commerce to implement more assertive policies to counter China's dominance in the global graphite market. The company submitted comments in response to the Section 232 National Security Investigation of Imports of Processed Critical Minerals and Derivative Products (90 FR 16437, April 17, 2025), emphasizing the critical role of graphite in U.S. national securi  more

WASHINGTON, June 27 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * The Leader's Floor Lookout: Friday, June 27, 2025 * Here's what to watch for on the House Floor today: Condemning the Violent L.A. Riots Over the last few weeks, the American people have witnessed violent, destructive riots in Los Angeles protesting the rightful deportations of dangerous illegal immigrants, while Leftist politicians and liberal media call what the nation has  more

WASHINGTON, June 26 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * The Leader's Floor Lookout: Thursday, June 26, 2025 * Here's what to watch for on the House Floor today: Keeping Our Streets Safe from Intoxicated Illegal Immigrant Drivers Every day in the United States, around 37 people die due to a drunk driver - that's one person every 39 minutes. Drunk driving is a dangerous crime that not only puts the driver at risk, but everyone else  more

WASHINGTON, June 25 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * The Leader's Floor Lookout: Wednesday, June 25, 2025 * Here's what to watch for on the House Floor today: Supporting Our Veterans, Servicemembers, and National Security Congress has a duty to responsibly fund the government and provide for important programs that aid and protect the American people - such as supporting our servicemembers, veterans, and national defense - whi  more

WASHINGTON, June 22 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * The Leader's Floor Lookout: Week of June 23, 2025 * Here's what to watch for on the House Floor this week: Condemning the Violent L.A. Riots Over the last few weeks, the American people have witnessed violent, destructive riots in Los Angeles protesting the rightful deportations of dangerous illegal immigrants, while Leftist politicians and liberal media call what the nation  more

WASHINGTON, June 24 (Rep.) -- House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * The One Big Beautiful Bill Advances President Trump's Commitment to Peace through Strength * For Immediate Release June 24, 2025 Contact: Taylor Haulsee WASHINGTON -- The world is being reminded that peace is only possible when America leads from a position of strength. And that's why the One Big, Beautiful Bill advances President Trump's bold Peace through Strength agenda an  more

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- Rep. Mike Johnson, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * The One Big Beautiful Bill Advances President Trump's Commitment to Peace through Strength * WASHINGTON -- The world is being reminded that peace is only possible when America leads from a position of strength. And that's why the One Big, Beautiful Bill advances President Trump's bold Peace through Strength agenda and charts America's path to strength, security, and sovereignty. "While Congressi  more

WASHINGTON, June 27 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * The Republican Recap: Week of June 23, 2025 * Here's a recap of what Republicans achieved on the House Floor this week: Condemning the Violent L.A. Riots Over the last few weeks, the American people have witnessed violent, destructive riots in Los Angeles protesting the rightful deportations of dangerous illegal immigrants. So-called "peaceful protesters" set cars on fire,  more

NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, June 26 (TNSrpt) -- Tulane University issued the following news release: * * * Cowen Institute reports 20 years of progress, challenges in New Orleans schools Nearly 20 years after Hurricane Katrina reshaped the city's public education system, a new report from Tulane University's Cowen Institute offers a detailed snapshot of where New Orleans schools stand today -- highlighting academic gains alongside persistent challenges and possible future hurdles. The 2025 State  more