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*New York Editor Tipoffs Newsletter for Tuesday November 25, 2025 ( 25 items )  

AHEAD OF HOLIDAY SEASON, CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN CONTINUES FIGHT TO PASS "LOWER GROCERY PRICES ACT," ASKS HUDSON VALLEY COMMUNITY: "HOW ARE YOU BEING IMPACTED BY THE RISING COST OF GROCERIES?"
WASHINGTON, Nov. 24 -- Rep. Pat Ryan, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * AHEAD OF HOLIDAY SEASON, CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN CONTINUES FIGHT TO PASS "LOWER GROCERY PRICES ACT," ASKS HUDSON VALLEY COMMUNITY: "HOW ARE YOU BEING IMPACTED BY THE RISING COST OF GROCERIES?" * Ahead of Holiday Season, Congressman Pat Ryan Continues Fight to Pass "Lower Grocery Prices Act," Asks Hudson Valley Community: "How Are You Being Impacted By the Rising Cost of Groceries?" Congressman Ryan intr  more

Approvals Issued by Susquehanna River Basin Commission for 78 Water Consumptive Uses
WASHINGTON, Nov. 25 (TNSFR) -- The Susquehanna River Basin Commission announced the approvals by rule for 78 projects relating to the consumptive use of water within the basin. This notice provides a list of all approvals issued by the commission during the period covering Sept. 1 to Oct. 31, 2025. This process is consistent with the commission's regulations regarding approvals by rule, as set forth in 18 CFR 806.22 (e) and (f). The commission issued the approvals for the consumptive use of w  more

Asian Americans Advancing Justice Issues Report on Alarming Rise of Anti-Asian Hate Crimes in 2024
WASHINGTON, Nov. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Asian Americans Advancing Justice issued a report documenting the persistent and troubling levels of anti-Asian hate crimes in 2024, underscoring deep-rooted xenophobia and ongoing threats to Asian American communities across the United States. The analysis reveals that while overall hate crimes saw a slight dip from 2023, anti-Asian hate incidents remain nearly three times higher than pre-pandemic averages. The report highlights how political rhetoric, disin  more

Congresswoman Nikema Williams Joins Bicameral Coalition to Re-Introduce Disarm Hate Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 24 -- Rep. Nikema Williams, D-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Nikema Williams Joins Bicameral Coalition to Re-Introduce Disarm Hate Act * WASHINGTON D.C. - Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05), and Representatives Veronica Escobar (TX-16), Maxwell Frost (FL-10), and Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-NM), joined by Representatives James Clyburn (SC-06), Maxine Dexter (OR-03), John Garamendi (CA-08), Tim Kennedy (NY-26), Summer Lee (PA-12), and David Mi  more

Demos Opposes DHS Proposal to Use SAVE System for Voter Registration Verification
WASHINGTON, Nov. 25 -- Demos, New York, has filed a public comment letter in opposition to the Department of Homeland Security's proposal to modify the Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements Program System of Records (SAVE system). The letter argues that the proposed updates, which aim to include verification of U.S. citizenship for voter registration, pose serious risks to voter rights and data privacy. Demos has highlighted that the SAVE system was originally designed to process appli  more

Despite the Media Peddling Falsehoods that DHS is Not Targeting the Worst of the Worst, ICE Arrested Pedophiles, Rapists, and Murderers Over the Weekend
WASHINGTON, Nov. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued the following news release: * * * Despite the Media Peddling Falsehoods that DHS is Not Targeting the Worst of the Worst, ICE Arrested Pedophiles, Rapists, and Murderers Over the Weekend * 70% of ICE arrests are of criminal illegal aliens charged or convicted of a crime in the United States; this statistic doesn't even include foreign fugitives, gang members, terrorists, and human rights abusers WASHINGTON The U.S. Depa  more

Energy Department Launches 'Genesis Mission' to Transform American Science and Innovation Through the AI Computing Revolution
UPTON, New York, Nov. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Brookhaven National Laboratory issued the following news release: * * * Energy Department Launches 'Genesis Mission' to Transform American Science and Innovation Through the AI Computing Revolution * Editor's Note: The following news release was issued today by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). DOE's Brookhaven National Laboratory is excited to advance the goals of the "Genesis Mission," a flagship initiative announced by DOE to se  more

Former garrison commander shares story of resilience
WASHINGTON, Nov. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Defense Logistics Agency issued the following news: * * * Former garrison commander shares story of resilience * FORT BELVOIR, Va. - Resiliency isn't a switch you flip but a character you cultivate, retired Army Col. Gregory Gadson told Defense Logistics Agency employees during a Warfighter Talk at McNamara Headquarters Complex Nov. 17. The former Fort Belvoir garrison commander spoke on resilience and his commitment to the values he   more

From refugee to U.S. Soldier: A full-circle moment in Ghana
FORT BRAGG, North Carolina, Nov. 24 -- The U.S. Army Reserve Command issued the following news: * * * From refugee to U.S. Soldier: A full-circle moment in Ghana * ACCRA, Ghana - When a U.S. Army civil affairs team conducted an engagement with Ghanaian Armed Forces (GAF) partners, June 8, that meeting's purpose was to integrate U.S. civil affairs efforts with the GAF training calendar. While they made progress toward their goal, two men in that meeting learned that their paths had crossed   more

Gillibrand Slams Trump Administration Over Skyrocketing Costs This Thanksgiving
WASHINGTON, Nov. 24 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Gillibrand Slams Trump Administration Over Skyrocketing Costs This Thanksgiving * With the Holiday Season Approaching, Trump Administration Actions Are Increasing Thanksgiving Expenses For New Yorkers Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is slamming the Trump administration for rising food costs that are squeezing families and forcing New Yorkers to pay more at the grocery store this holi  more

Kaine Statement on Judge's Order Disqualifying Trump's Unlawfully Appointed Interim U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia
WASHINGTON, Nov. 24 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Kaine Statement on Judge's Order Disqualifying Trump's Unlawfully Appointed Interim U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA) released the following statement after a federal judge ruled that President Donald Trump unlawfully appointed Lindsey Halligan as the interim U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia (EDVA) since the p  more

Larson Applauds Dismissal of Trump-Ordered Sham Prosecutions Against James Comey and Letitia James
WASHINGTON, Nov. 24 -- Rep. John B. Larson, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Larson Applauds Dismissal of Trump-Ordered Sham Prosecutions Against James Comey and Letitia James * East Hartford, CT - Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement after sham indictments ordered by Donald Trump against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James were dismissed in federal court (link is external). Following complaints f  more

Mayor Adams Announces New Project Labor Agreements Covering More Than $7 Billion in City Projects to Build Critical Infrastructure and Deliver Good-Paying, Union Careers
NEW YORK, Nov. 25 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following news: * * * Mayor Adams Announces New Project Labor Agreements Covering More Than $7 Billion in City Projects to Build Critical Infrastructure and Deliver Good-Paying, Union Careers * Two New Agreements Will Ensure Efficient Construction, Fair Wages, and Community Hiring Opportunities Through More Than $7 Billion in City Capital Projects * Projects Include Recreation Centers, Clean Energy Systems, Libraries, and More  more

Mayor Adams Awards Key to the City of New York to National Women's Soccer League Champions Gotham Football Club
NEW YORK, Nov. 25 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following news on Nov. 24, 2025: * * * Mayor Adams Awards Key to the City of New York to National Women's Soccer League Champions Gotham Football Club * New York City Mayor Eric Adams today honored the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) champion Gotham Football Club (FC) with the Key to the City of New York at a City Hall ceremony after the Gotham FC won the NWSL championship Saturday evening. Additionally, Mayor Adams today a  more

MENG CALLS ON SEC. NOEM TO ADDRESS ACCESS TO MENSTRUAL PRODUCTS AT DHS FACILITIES
WASHINGTON, Nov. 24 -- Rep. Grace Meng, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * MENG CALLS ON SEC. NOEM TO ADDRESS ACCESS TO MENSTRUAL PRODUCTS AT DHS FACILITIES * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-NY), a member of the House Appropriations Committee, announced today that she sent a letter to Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to demand answers about recent reports of women unable to access or outright denied menstrual products in Immigration and Customs Enforcement  more

New Budd Bill Would Hold Mamdani, Municipalities Accountable Following Threats To Enforce International Criminal Court Arrest Warrants
WASHINGTON, Nov. 24 -- Sen. Ted Budd, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * New Budd Bill Would Hold Mamdani, Municipalities Accountable Following Threats To Enforce International Criminal Court Arrest Warrants * Washington, D.C. U.S. Senator Ted Budd (R-N.C.) recently introduced the American Allies Protection Act, legislation which would disqualify a state or local government from receiving Department of Justice grant money for a four-year period if it enforces an Inter  more

NUWC Division Newport hosts warfighters panel, 'Cup O' Joe' to celebrate veterans
WASHINGTON, Nov. 24 -- The Naval Sea Systems Command issued the following news: * * * NUWC Division Newport hosts warfighters panel, 'Cup O' Joe' to celebrate veterans * NEWPORT, R.I. - United by their service as U.S. Navy submariners, four men spanning decades in age came together at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport on Nov. 13. The event they attended would forge even stronger bonds between them. Spearheaded by Commanding Officer Capt. Kevin Behm and moderated b  more

Ocasio-Cortez, Velazquez, and Blumenthal Call on FEMA to Follow Court Ruling and Integrate Rooftop Solar in Puerto Rico's Grid Rebuild
WASHINGTON, Nov. 24 -- Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Ocasio-Cortez, Velazquez, and Blumenthal Call on FEMA to Follow Court Ruling and Integrate Rooftop Solar in Puerto Rico's Grid Rebuild * Washington, D.C. \- Today, Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14), Nydia Velazquez (NY-07) and Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) led a letter urging the the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to comply with a landmark federal court rul  more

Pallone Welcomes Dismissal of Comey and Letitia James Cases After Court Rules Trump's Prosecutor Was Illegally Installed
WASHINGTON, Nov. 24 -- Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: * * * Pallone Welcomes Dismissal of Comey and Letitia James Cases After Court Rules Trump's Prosecutor Was Illegally Installed * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) today applauded the federal court's dismissal of the cases (link is external) against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James. The judge found that Lindsey Halligan's appointmen  more

Surveillance Technology Oversight Project Issues Report on NYPD's Expanding Drone Surveillance and Privacy Concerns
WASHINGTON, Nov. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Surveillance Technology Oversight Project, New York, issued a report revealing extensive details about the New York Police Department's (NYPD) expanding drone surveillance program, raising serious concerns over public safety and privacy. The report highlights a staggering 3,238 percent increase in drone deployments by the NYPD between 2022 and 2024, underscoring a rapid expansion far beyond initial emergency use cases. STOP's findings show that the department  more

Susquehanna River Basin Commission Lists Grandfathering Project Registrations in New York, Pennsylvania
WASHINGTON, Nov. 25 (TNSFR) -- The Susquehanna River Basin Commission published a notice listing two projects that received grandfathering registration. The commission issues these registrations under its regulations for water resource management. The notice serves to inform the public of the registrations, which are filed pursuant to 18 CFR part 806, subpart E. Two projects were itemized in the list. The registration, with certificate number GF-202510304, was issued to Pennsylvania-American   more

Total System Limit Project in Cortlandville, New York Gets Approval to Increase System Limit From Susquehanna River Basin Commission
WASHINGTON, Nov. 25 (TNSFR) -- The Total System Limit project in Cortlandville, New York, received a modification approval from the Susquehanna River Basin Commission on Sept. 24, 2025. The action allows for an increase in the total system limit for the project, during the period of Sept. 1-30, 2025. The agency approved minor adjustments to previously authorized projects during this time period. This notice lists the projects that received a minor modification or a corrective modification, in  more

USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service Launches Office of the Assistant Chiefs to Strengthen Field Leadership and Accountability
WASHINGTON, Nov. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service issued the following news: * * * USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service Launches Office of the Assistant Chiefs to Strengthen Field Leadership and Accountability * WASHINGTON, DC- November 17, 2025 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) today announced the launch of the Office of the Assistant Chiefs (OAC) a strategic realignment designe  more

USITC Institutes Section 337 Investigation of Certain Liquid Crystal Devices, Components Thereof, and Products Containing Same
WASHINGTON, Nov. 24 -- The U.S. International Trade Commission issued the following news release: * * * USITC Institutes Section 337 Investigation of Certain Liquid Crystal Devices, Components Thereof, and Products Containing Same * News Release 25-114 Inv. No(s). 337-TA-1462 Contact: Jennifer Andberg, 202-205-1819 The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) voted to institute an investigation of certain liquid crystal devices, components thereof, and products containing same. The  more

Velazquez Sounds Alarm Over Reports of Potential Ammunition Destruction in Vieques, Demands Answers from DoD
WASHINGTON, Nov. 24 -- Rep. Nydia M. Velazquez, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Velazquez Sounds Alarm Over Reports of Potential Ammunition Destruction in Vieques, Demands Answers from DoD * WASHINGTON Today, Rep. Nydia M. Velazquez (D-NY) led a letter to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth raising concerns about the Department of Defense's ongoing military exercises in Puerto Rico and the possibility of renewed activity in Vieques, where residents are still dealing with the   more