Communications from members of Congress were collected alongside President Trump’s future chief of staff. House Judiciary Committee Chair Jim Jordan of Ohio again called for former Special Counsel…
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FCC Issues Guidance to Help Consumers Stop Unwanted Calls and Texts
The consumer guide provides instructions on call blocking features from top service providers and phone models. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issued a new step-by-step consumer guide this…
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CBP Launches New Trusted Traveler Mobile App
Executive Assistant Commissioner Sabatino said the app “brings application and membership management features together with our popular Global Entry arrival confirmation feature.” Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced…
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Supreme Court Rules Warrants Are Required for Broad Cell Phone Location Data
Law enforcement may not obtain information from providers on all mobile devices near a crime scene. The Supreme Court found this week that law enforcement must obtain a…
Read MoreNHTSA Warns Public of Traffic Ticket Texting Scams
Federal agency says scammers are impersonating government authorities to obtain payments and personal information. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently issued a warning to the public…
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FCC Proposes Updated Numbering Policies to Prevent Illegal Robocalls
The agency is focused on how scammers are obtaining phone numbers. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Brendan Carr announced that the commission will be expanding certification and…
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Congresswoman’s Staffer Impersonated Attorney at ICE Facilities
The violations by an individual over the period of several months came to light in a letter sent by the acting ICE director. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement…
Read MoreFCC Seeks Standardization of Phone Unlocking Regulation
The agency waived a provider-specific mandate due to fraud and theft. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) recently waived a 2007 rule requiring that all Verizon phones be unlocked…
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FCC Proposes Reforms to Federal Lifeline Program to Prevent Fraud
Commissioners intend for the changes to ensure only eligible recipients receive aid through the program. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Brendan Carr announced that the commission will be…
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FCC Revokes California’s Independent Eligibility Process for Lifeline Program
State applicants will now use the national verification system due to compliance concerns. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has ended California’s ability to use its own eligibility verification…
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