WASHINGTON, May 16 -- The Capital Research Center issued the following InfluenceWatch wrapup on May 16, 2026, by Jonathan Harsh: * * * InfluenceWatch, a project of Capital Research Center, is a comprehensive and ever-evolving compilation of our research into the numerous advocacy groups, foundations, and donors working to influence the public policy process. The website offers transparency into these influencers' funding, motives, and connections while providing insight often neglected by othe  more

LINCOLN, Nebraska, May 15 -- Gov. Jim Pillen, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Gov. Pillen Highlights Takeaways from Latest General Fund Receipt Report * An increase in tax refunds this year means more money is going back into the pockets of Nebraska taxpayers, which represents great news. Meantime, the state will stay the course on keeping spending in check. Governor Jim Pillen is highlighting key takeaways from the most recent General Fund Receipt Report, published toda  more

WASHINGTON, May 16 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued the following transcript of a podcast involving moderator Benjamin Haynes, senior official Jay Bhattacharya and incident manager David Fitter: * * * Transcript - Update on CDC's Hantavirus Response 5/15/2026 Please Note: This transcript is not edited and may contain errors. * 00:00:00 Operator Welcome and thank you for standing by at this time all participants are on a l  more