Under Secretary LaPlante chaired the inaugural meeting. This week, Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment William LaPlante chaired the inaugural plenary meeting of the Partnership for Indo-Pacific…
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Prayer Updates
Secretary of State Attends ASEAN Summit in Laos
Discussions included digital trade, climate, and maritime security. Secretary of State Antony Blinken traveled to Laos this week to attend the East Asia Summit and the U.S.-Association of…
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Arrested Terror Suspect Worked as Former CIA Guard
The Afghan man was arrested for plotting an attack on U.S. Election Day. The Department of Justice announced that an Afghan national was arrested in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma,…
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Hurricane Helene Recovery Efforts Continue, States of Emergency Extended
Tens of thousands are still without power in North Carolina and Georgia. In Georgia, the Department of Health and Human Services is putting prescription replacement programs in place…
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PRAYER ALERT: Florida Working to Restore Power After Milton
At least 16 people have been confirmed dead from the storm. UPDATE Oct 11th, 12:15 PM EDT In the wake of Hurricane Milton, a little more than a…
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EPA Finalizes Rule Requiring Removal of All Lead Pipes by 2034
New standard estimated to preserve health of 900,000 infants. This week while in Wisconsin, President Joe Biden announced the finalization of a rule by the Environmental Protection Agency…
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DOT Proposes Update to Truck Hazardous Material Transport Rules
The regulation improves communication requirements, allows video, fiber optic inspections. The Department of Transportation (DOT) proposed updates to regulations for trucks carrying hazardous materials in a new proposed…
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Nearly Half of States to Participate in IRS’ Direct File in 2025
The free online service will be available to more than 30 million in 2025. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced that over 30 million taxpayers are eligible for…
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USDA Invests in Scholarships for Future Agricultural Leaders
The funding will boost food and agricultural careers through scholarships at historically Black universities. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced a $19.2 million investment to support…
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Secretary Austin Touches Base with Israeli Defense Minister Gallant
He urges Israeli leadership to ensure the safety of UN forces in Lebanon. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin spoke with Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant on Wednesday,…
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