Part of Capital Projects Fund of American Rescue Plan. The Department of the Treasury has approved $540.2 million for the installation of high-speed internet throughout California. The state…
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Ambassador Burns Calls for More COVID-19 Honesty from China
Conclusions regarding the origin of the coronavirus continue to negate China’s narrative. U.S. Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns commented on the Department of Energy’s reported conclusion that the…
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Commerce Secretary Speaks at School of Foreign Service
She highlights the long-term goals of CHIPS and Science Act. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo spoke at the Georgetown School of Foreign Service recently, addressing investors, faculty, and…
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SNAP Program Ending for Millions
Pandemic-era food assistance already stopped in some states. More than 41 million Americans receive benefits through the nation’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also known as food stamps. Next…
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White House Opposed to Ending Foreign Traveler Vaccinations
The House of Representatives passed the legislation this week. President Biden’s administration released a statement this week expressing opposition to legislation that would end the COVID-19 vaccine requirement…
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Labor Department Reports Higher Job Gains than Expected
The leisure and hospitality industries experience the greatest gains in January. The latest Labor Department jobs report shows the U.S. added 517,000 jobs in January, outstripping the forecast…
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Prosecutors Not Seeking Death Penalty for El Paso Shooter
The federal trial will begin next year for the mass murderer. Federal prosecutors recently announced that the federal trial for Patrick Crusius has been scheduled for early next…
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Speaker McCarthy Ends Proxy Voting in House
Members must show up to have their votes counted. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy of California has officially ended the practice of proxy voting. The program was established by Speaker…
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Pentagon Rescinds Military COVID Vaccine Mandate
Defense Department implements Congressional rule in NDAA. The U.S. Department of Defense formally rescinded its COVID-19 vaccine mandate for the military, in compliance with the National Defense Authorization…
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FHA-insured Home Equity Conversion Mortgages Offer Flexibility
Grants homeowners relief on repaying reverse mortgage property charges. The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) has announced the implementation of the COVID-19 HECM Property Charge Repayment Plan. This plan…
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