Consumer losses nearly double in 2023, prompting federal agencies to raise awareness and combat deceptive tactics The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently released data showing an increase in…
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Humanitarian Aid Pier in Gaza Reopens Again
The military reinstalls the temporary pier off Gaza shores after the third closure. The Pentagon announced Friday that its temporary humanitarian aid pier has been reinstalled on the…
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Transportation Department Fines Emirates for Unauthorized Code-Share Flights
$1.8 million penalty levied for ongoing violations of safety rules on JetBlue-coded routes. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) recently fined Emirates Airlines $1.8 million for code-share violations…
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Treasury Department Sanctions La Nueva Familia Drug Cartel
Eight entities sanctioned for partnering with cartel to traffic narcotics. The Department of the Treasury announced eight new sanctions this week against Mexico-based entities affiliated with the La…
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FTC Takes Action Against Adobe
The complaint says the company hid fees and prevented consumers from canceling services. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is taking action against Adobe and two executives for allegedly…
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Senate Committee Chair Pledges to Accelerate FDIC Nominee Confirmation Process
The bank regulation agency position may receive greater review and evaluation than the nominee’s previous role. President Joe Biden has nominated Christy Goldsmith Romero to be the next…
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DOJ Alleges Mexican Cartel Used Chinese Underground Banking
The department engaged in a multi-year investigation with Mexico and China. The Department of Justice (DOJ) recently announced a 10-count indictment against 24 members of the Mexican Sinaloa…
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House Committee Announces Critical Mineral Supply Policy Group
Legislators will develop measures to transition the U.S. away from reliance on Chinese minerals. The members of the House Select Committee on China recently announced a new work…
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Federal Investment Announced for Public Lands and Education in 2025
Great American Outdoors Act to fund projects enhancing infrastructure, recreation, and conservation efforts nationwide. The Departments of Agriculture (USDA) and the Interior have proposed a $2.8 billion investment…
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Army Announces Military Spouse Business Relocation Reimbursement
The new policy provides up to $2,000 to support military families’ entrepreneurship. The 2023 National Defense Authorization Act included a provision that allowed reimbursement for part of the…
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