Short-term rate now 1.75%, could still increase. On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve announced that it will be addressing inflation by raising its interest rate from 1% to 1.75%.…
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Prayer Updates
Administration Commits to Fair Migrant Employment
Labor and State Departments promise fair practices for H-2B visa program participants. The Departments of Labor and State issued the “Guidance on Fair Recruitment Practices for Temporary Migrant…
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Wildfires Blaze Across Five States
More than 33 large wildfires char more than 1 million acres. A record-setting heatwave and sustained dry, windy conditions contributed to more than 33 large fires across five…
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President Slated for Middle East Trip in July
Israel, West Bank, and Saudi Arabia are on the itinerary. President Joe Biden plans to travel to the Middle East next month, making stops in Israel, the West…
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Supreme Court May Take Up Herbicide Case
Was not listed in pending case dismissals. On Monday, the Supreme Court released a list of pending appeals they would not be taking up in the upcoming months.…
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USDA Commits $65 Million to Food Security of Americas
Participates in joint declaration at Summit of the Americas. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) outlined how they will be participating in the Los Angeles Declaration on Migration…
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Secretary Austin Meets with Prime Minister Chan-o-cha
Plans joint military training and defense exercises. Secretary of Defense Austin wrapped up his visit to Thailand with a final meeting with Thailand’s Prime Minister and Minister of…
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President Commits Funding for New Mexico Wildfire Recovery
Makes announcement during trip to Santa Fe. In April of this year, two prescribed burns made by the U.S. Forest Service became out of control, driven by drought…
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Energy Department Turns Focus to Furnace Efficiency
Standards projected to conserve energy by 15 percent. The Department of Energy proposed new regulations on consumer gas furnaces in an effort to expand the manufacture and purchase…
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SCOTUS Rulings Make Challenging Immigration Policies Harder
Two related cases involved noncitizens. The Supreme Court released a pair of rulings on Monday that will make it much more difficult for noncitizens to challenge the immigration…
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