Negotiations estimate up to $1.3 trillion per year needed to assist developing nations. The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29) is being held in Baku, Azerbaijan…
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Defense Department Distributes $425 Million in New Weapons to Ukraine
Missile systems, demolition, and medical equipment were included in the drawdown. The Department of Defense has provided Ukraine with additional weapons for its defense against Russia, making a…
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Some House Members Question VA’s Budget Shortfall Claims
Federal legislators wonder if department leaders are exaggerating the funding discrepancy in veterans’ benefits. Some members of Congress, including Veterans Affairs Chairman Mike Bost of Illinois and Appropriations…
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Transportation Department Funds 122 Railroad Improvement Projects
$2.4 billion in funding will reconstruct tracks, and improve bridges and intercity routes. The Department of Transportation (DOT) announced that $2.4 billion has been allocated to 122 rail…
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UN Climate Conference Will Address Climate Finance for Developing Nations
COP29 set to focus on renewed commitments to Global South. The United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) is set for November in Azerbaijan. Nearly 200 nations will discuss…
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Government Tech Officials Call for Changes in Cybersecurity Funding
State Department and CISA officials highlight the need for dedicated cybersecurity budgets and modernization. Federal officials are promoting a shift in the way cybersecurity efforts, including zero trust…
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Treasury AI, Fraud Detection Recovers $4 Billion in Improper Payments
Expanding the identification process significantly increases 2024 fraud recovery. The Treasury Department prevented $4 billion of improper payments within government agencies in the 2024 fiscal year, announcing the…
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FHWA Allocates Emergency Funds for Hurricane Recovery in Virginia
Initial relief to restore key transportation routes and infrastructure damaged by the storm, including Route 58. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) announced the release of $10 million in…
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USDA Announces High-Speed Internet Grant for North and South Dakota
Department distributes the fifth round of ReConnect funding for rural homes and businesses. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced $173 million in funding to provide high-speed internet…
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White House Announces $1.8 Billion for Hurricane Relief
The president calls on Congress to reconvene early to approve more funding. President Biden’s administration approved over $1.8 billion this week to support recovery efforts for communities devastated…
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