Treasury Secretary Yellen objects to reduction even as the nation may borrow $2 trillion by yearend. Fitch Ratings, Inc. downgraded its rating of the stability of the federal…
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CDC Reports Increase in Leprosy Cases in Florida
Emerging Infectious Diseases journal outlines the rise in cases in the past decade. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently released a research paper in its…
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White House Holds Methane Emissions Summit
The Cabinet-level task force will direct methane reduction efforts. The White House held its first methane summit this week, announcing the establishment of the Methane Task Force, a…
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Migrant Children with Tuberculosis Released to 44 States
The disease is infectious if not treated. A new report released by the Department of Health and Human Services shows that nearly 2,500 migrant children with latent tuberculosis…
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Second Gentleman Visits American Samoa
He is highlighting efforts to increase disaster preparedness and economic development as well as equity and climate. Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff is visiting Apia, Samoa, today. White House…
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U.S. Sending F-16s to Protect Shipping in Middle East
Pentagon also considers increasing other military presence in the region. The U.S. Defense Department announced it is increasing its use of fighter jets to stop Iranians from seizing…
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State Department Responds to Israeli Settlement Plans
The U.S. has reservations about Israel proceeding with 4,000 settlement units in the West Bank area. The Department of State said the U.S. is concerned by Israel’s decision…
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U.S. Coast Guard Sails Through Taiwan Strait
Routine Taiwan transit occurred the day after Secretary Blinken concluded his visit to China. The day after Secretary of State Antony Blinken departed from Beijing, a U.S. Coast…
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U.S.-China Diplomacy Resumes
Secretary Blinken met with Chinese Foreign Minister Qin for a conversation on a broad range of topics. Secretary of State Antony Blinken wrapped up his trip to Beijing…
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U.S. Opposed to Change in Status Quo Between China and Taiwan
Secretary Blinken says the administration is committed to Taiwan’s right to defend itself. Secretary of State Antony Blinken concluded a two-day visit to China with a meeting with…
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