WASHINGTON, June 29 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * "It Is Those Who Can Least Afford It Who Are Going To Be Hit The Hardest"-- In Speech on Senate Floor, Cantwell Shows How GOP's Budget Sells Out the American People * 06.29.25 Cantwell: From kicking 17 million Americans off Medicaid & other health insurance to effectively cancelling state AI protections, the budget proposed by Congressional Republicans is a cash grab for corporations & the ri  more

SEYMOUR JOHNSON AIR FORCE BASE, North Carolina, July 1 -- The U.S. Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center issued the following news: * * * 23d Air Task Force conducts first deployment exercise at Fort Bliss CSTR By 2nd Lt. Jason Pannell, 4th Fighter Wing Public Affairs More than 200 Airmen from multiple Air Force and joint military installations converge to form the 23d Air Task Force (ATF) comprised of the Command Echelon, A-Staff, and the 23d Combat Air Base Squadron (CABS) to t  more

FORT BRAGG, North Carolina, June 30 -- The U.S. Army Reserve Command issued the following news: * * * 310th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) works with the V Corps for DEFENDER 25 * POZNAN, Poland -DEFENDER 25, running from May 11 to June 24, 2025, is the U.S. Army's most extensive deployment exercise in Europe, involving 25,000 troops from 30 nations across 18 countries. The exercise includes Swift Response, Immediate Response, and Saber Guardian, showcasing the ability to rapidly deploy  more

WASHINGTON, June 29 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Ahead of Vote-a-rama, Durbin Sounds The Alarm On Republicans' So-Called "One Big, Beautiful Bill" * June 29, 2025 In a speech on the Senate floor, Durbin highlights how Senate Republicans' bill will slash health care coverage for more than 16 million Americans to provide massive tax breaks for billionaires WASHINGTON - Ahead of an upcoming vote-a-rama, where Senate Democrats will expose th  more

FORT BRAGG, North Carolina, June 30 -- The U.S. Army Reserve Command issued the following news: * * * Army Reserve chief warrant officer circles the globe in C-12 Huron * FORT KNOX, Ky. - Chief Warrant Officer 4 Nicholas Demas was admiring the jagged peaks of the Swiss Alps cutting through the clouds when the radio crackled to life. "Be advised, you are going to be intercepted by a Swiss fighter jet for training purposes," the voice said. Seconds later, an American-made F/A-18 Hornet a  more

WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Josh Stein, governor of North Carolina, and Henry Dargan McMaster, governor of South Carolina, have submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) regarding the preparation of the 11th National Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program. The governors emphasize the necessity of maintaining the existing moratorium on offshore oil and gas exploration along their coastlines. "President Trump's previous memoranda are instrumental in  more

WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Don Davis, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Davis Holds Service Academy Dinner Honoring NC-01 Appointees * Rocky Mount, N.C. - On Wednesday, June 18, Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) hosted a Service Academy Dinner at his Rocky Mount district office. The event celebrated a group of exceptional young high school graduates from eastern North Carolina who received appointments to the United States Military Service Academies.[Front r  more

WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Don Davis, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Don Davis Announces a Bill to Help Reopen Martin General Hospital * WILLIAMSTON, N.C.-- Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) announced new legislation to support reopening facilities like Martin General Hospital as Rural Emergency Hospitals. The Rural Emergency Hospital Financial Stability Act, announced during a press conference outside Martin General Hospital, would provide support to h  more

WASHINGTON, July 1 -- Rep. Tim Moore, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Tim Moore Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Improve Oversight of Small Business Disaster Loans Following Federal Failures During Hurricane Helene WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Recently, Congressman Tim Moore (NC-14) introduced the Disaster Loan Accountability and Reform Act to strengthen oversight and transparency within the Small Business Administration's (SBA) disaster loan program. The eff  more

WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Deborah Ross, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Ross Statement on Senator Thom Tillis * Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) released the following statement: "I have known and worked with Thom Tillis for almost two decades. While we certainly disagree about many issues, I know him to be a man of many gifts who loves our state and our nation. "In opposing the Republican budget bill, Senator Tillis is putting his comm  more

WASHINGTON, June 30 -- The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration issued the following news: * * * Department of Commerce Announces 2025 Appointments to the Regional Fishery Management Councils * The U.S. Department of Commerce announces the appointment of 20 new and returning members to the eight regional fishery management councils. Council members represent interested groups including commercial and recreational fishing industries, environmental organizations, and academia, alo  more

FORT BRAGG, North Carolina, June 30 -- The U.S. Army Reserve Command issued the following news: * * * Designing the future of battlefield medicine: Inside Global Medic 25-01 and Mojave Falcon * FORT HUNTER LIGGETT, Calif. - As the U.S. Army Reserve refocuses its training efforts on preparing for large-scale combat operations (LSCO), exercises like Mojave Falcon, which integrates Global Medic and Combat Support Training Exercise (CSTX), have become critical platforms for testing and refinin  more

RALEIGH, North Carolina, June 30 -- The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality issued the following news release: * * * DMF posts information on recently approved oyster, hard clam management * Do you have questions about new management measures passed in the Oyster and Hard Clam Fishery Management Plan amendments? The N.C. Department of Environmental Quality's Division of Marine Fisheries staff have developed the following flyers to answer those questions: * Oyster Flyer *  more

WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin Files Amendments To Republicans' Reconciliation Bill To Protect Rural Hospitals And Medical Research * June 30, 2025 WASHINGTON - Ahead of an upcoming vote-a-rama, where Senate Democrats will expose the truth about Republicans' harmful scheme to cut health care and food assistance to provide billionaires with tax breaks, U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) filed two motions  more

WASHINGTON, June 29 -- Rep. Chuck Edwards, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Edwards releases statement on Senator Tillis's decision to not seek reelection * U.S. Congressman Chuck Edwards (NC-11) issued the following statement on U.S. Senator Thom Tillis's (R-NC) decision to not seek reelection: "Senator Thom Tillis has shown strong conviction as an advocate for the people of North Carolina. "I have always respected his dedication to making life better for North  more

WASHINGTON, June 30 (TNSFR) -- The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has issued a notice entitled "Availability of Environmental Assessment." The notice pertains to the Lake Upchurch Dam Preservation Association's application to surrender its exemption for the Raeford Hydroelectric Project. Commission staff reviewed this application in accordance with federal regulations and has prepared an Environmental Assessment for the project. The association proposes to surrender its exemption and deco  more

WASHINGTON, June 25 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following opening statement at a hearing on judicial nominations for the Third Circuit and Florida district courts: * * * Good morning, I'd like to welcome everyone to today's hearing. Our first panel features Emil Bove, nominated to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. Then, on panel two, we'll hear from four district court nominees: Anne-Leigh Gaylord Moe, Kyle Dude  more

WASHINGTON, June 30 -- The Small Business Administration issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Administrator Loeffler Pens Op-Ed in Support of One Big Beautiful Bill * WASHINGTON - In case you missed it, Kelly Loeffler, Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), published an op-ed (Link is external) in Fox News - highlighting how President Donald J. Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill will benefit America's 34 million small businesses. Her piece underscores specific   more

WASHINGTON, June 24 -- Rep. Alma Adams, D-North Carolina, ranking member of the House Education and Workforce Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: HEWD Ranking Member Adams Delivers Opening Remarks at Joint Subcommittee Hearing on Tribal Education Ranking Member Alma Adams (NC-12) delivered the following opening statement at a joint hearing of the Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development and the Subcommit  more

WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: On Senate Floor, Senator Warren Calls On Republicans to Look Sick Kids in the Eyes As They Vote to Rip Health Care Away From 17 Million Americans * Warren: "I actually don't think my Republican colleagues have lost their hearts. I think they have lost their spines." Floor Remarks (YouTube) Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) delivered remarks on the floor   more

FORT BRAGG, North Carolina, June 30 -- The U.S. Army Reserve Command issued the following news: * * * Khaan Quest 2025: An Army Reserve engineer's journey in Mongolia * FIVE HILLS TRAINING AREA, Mongolia - Amid the rumble of heavy machinery and sifting clouds of dirt, U.S. Army engineers work alongside their Mongolian counterparts to carve a new road through the rugged terrain. Moving tons of earth each day, the bilateral team is laying the groundwork for a paved highway that will support   more

WASHINGTON, June 30 -- The U.S. Department of Labor issued the following news release: * * * US Department of Labor awards nearly $84M in grants to expand Registered Apprenticeships * The U.S. Department of Labor today announced the award of nearly $84 million in grants to 50 states and territories to increase the capacity of Registered Apprenticeship programs, representing an important step toward meeting the Administration's goal of expanding the program to 1 million active apprentices.    more

WASHINGTON, July 1 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Food and Drug Administration issued the following recall notice: * * * Mellace Family Brands California, Inc. Issues An Allergy Alert On Undeclared Milk Allergen In Wegmans Semi-Sweet Chocolate Nonpareils Summary Company Announcement Date: June 25, 2025 FDA Publish Date: June 30, 2025 Product Type: Food & Beverages Allergens Reason for Announcement: Undeclared milk allergen Company Name: Mellace Family Brands Califo  more

RALEIGH, North Carolina, June 30 -- The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality issued the following news release: * * * N.C. Environmental Management Commission to meet July 9-10 * The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission will meet July 9-10 in the Ground Floor Hearing Room of the Archdale Building in Raleigh. Members of the public may attend in-person or join the meeting by computer or phone. The committee meetings will be held July 9. The full commission meeting  more

RALEIGH, North Carolina, July 1 -- The North Carolina Department of Public Safety issued the following news release on June 30, 2025: * * * NCDPS Office of Violence Prevention Releases County Violence Profiles Factsheets will support planning and implementation of community violence prevention initiatives across the state * The North Carolina Department of Public Safety's Office of Violence Prevention recently released county violence profiles for all 100 North Carolina counties. The facts  more

RALEIGH, North Carolina, June 30 (TNSLrpt) -- The North Carolina Office of the State Auditor issued a performance audit report on June 26, 2025, entitled "North Carolina Department of State Treasurer": Here is the executive summary: * * * The Office of the State Auditor (OSA) has completed a performance audit in accordance with Chapter 147, Article 5A of the North Carolina General Statutes regarding the financial projections of the North Carolina State Health Plan for Teachers and State Empl  more

WASHINGTON, June 30 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release: * * * National Health Care Fraud Takedown Results in 324 Defendants Charged in Connection with Over $14.6 Billion in Alleged Fraud * Largest Justice Department Health Care Fraud Takedown in History More than Doubles Prior Record of $6 Billion The Justice Department today announced the results of its 2025 National Health Care Fraud Takedown, which resulted in criminal charges against 324 defendants,  more

BALTIMORE, Maryland, June 30 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services issued the following news release: * * * National Health Care Fraud Takedown Results in 324 Defendants Charged in Connection with Over $14.6 Billion in Alleged Fraud * The Justice Department announced the results of its 2025 National Health Care Fraud Takedown, which resulted in criminal charges against 324 defendants, including 96 doctors, nurse practitioners, pharmac  more

RALEIGH, North Carolina, June 30 -- The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality issued the following news release: * * * NCDEQ Division of Water Resources urges caution around discolored water * Amid summer's high temperatures, the N.C. Department of Environmental Quality's Division of Water Resources (DWR) reminds the public to avoid contact with discolored water that could indicate the presence of an algal bloom. Algae naturally occur in all waterbodies, but certain environment  more

WASHINGTON, July 1 -- The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), advocating for the establishment of a special opportunity black bear hunt at the Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge (PLNWR). The letter emphasizes the importance of sustainable management of the black bear population in North Carolina. Executive Director M. Kyle Briggs articulated that the proposal aligns with the goals outlined   more

WASHINGTON, June 29 -- Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vermont, issued the following news release: * * * PREPARED REMARKS: Sanders on the Worst Bill in Modern U.S. History * WASHINGTON, June 29 - Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) today gave remarks on the floor of the Senate opposing President Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill" which is a gift to the billionaire class while causing massive pain for working families. Sanders remarks, as prepared for delivery, are below and can be watched HERE : M. President:  more

WASHINGTON, July 1 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, ranking member of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Ranking Member Cantwell Says Blackburn-Cruz AI Moratorium Amendment Does Nothing to Protect Kids and Consumers WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, spoke out against the last-minute deal between Senators Cruz and Blackbur  more

WASHINGTON, June 29 -- Rep. Alma S. Adams, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Adams on Sen. Thom Tillis Not Seeking Re-Election * CHARLOTTE, NC --Today, Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12) released a statement on North Carolina Senator Thom Tillis announcing he will not be seeking re-election in 2026. "I want to commend Senator Thom Tillis for his courage and commitment in doing the right thing for our country," said Congresswoman Adams. "Sen. Tillis's v  more

WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: * * * Republicans Reject Sen. Markey Effort to Protect Rural Hospitals from Republican Cuts * Over 300 Rural Hospitals at Disproportionate Risk of Closure, Conversion, or Service Reductions Due to GOP Cuts Watch: Senator Markey forces vote on Senate floor Washington (June 30, 2025) - Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), Ranking Member of the Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Subco  more

WASHINGTON, June 25 (TNSrpt) -- Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vermont, ranking minority member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, issued the following news: * * * Sanders Releases New Report Detailing Devastating Impact of Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill" on Health Care in America As Senate Republicans attempt to ram through legislation to cut health care for 16 million Americans in order to give tax breaks to billionaires without a single hearing or substantive debate, Sen.  more

WASHINGTON, June 25 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, vice chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Schatz Testimony at Hearing on President Trump's Rescission Package Washington, D.C. -- Today, U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI), Ranking Member of the State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Subcommittee, testified on President Trump's $9.4 billion rescission request during a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing with Office of M  more

WASHINGTON, July 1 -- Rep. Glenn Thompson, R-Pennsylvania, chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, issued the following news release on June 30, 2025: * * * Thompson and Boozman: FY24 SNAP Error Rate Underscores Need for State Cost Share House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn "GT" Thompson (PA-15) and Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Ranking Member John Boozman (R-AR), released the following statement on the FY 2024 SNAP Payment Error Rate: "Another year,   more

WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Tlaib Leads Colleagues in Opposing Israeli Government's Use of Starvation as a Weapon * DETROIT -- Today, Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (MI-12) led 19 Members of Congress in a letter to the Trump Administration opposing the Israeli government's weaponization of humanitarian aid and escalating use of starvation as a weapon of war. For months, the Israeli government has blocked nearly all humanitari  more

WASHINGTON, June 30 -- The U.S. Navy issued the following news story: * * * U.S. Fourth Fleet Holds UNITAS 2025 Final Planning Conference * JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command/U.S. 4th Fleet hosted the UNITAS 2025 final planning conference (FPC) from June 23-27, building upon the momentum established during the main-planning conference held in April and initial planning conference held in February. The FPC brought together representatives from the U.S. and partner nations  more