Congress seeks to better understand causes to find solutions. The House Energy and Commerce Committee announced that they have scheduled a hearing for May 25th to gather information…
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Prayer Updates
Social Security Checks Could See Big Increase
Experts say checks could jump 8.6 percent. Seniors and other people who rely on Social Security benefits could see their biggest cost-of-living adjustment since 1981 next year, with…
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SEC Extends Public Comment Period for Climate Change
Private sector gets extra input into climate oversight rules. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has extended its period for public comment on three current climate information…
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Secretary Austin Welcomes Thailand’s Prime Minister
Announces first trip to Thailand as defense secretary. Thailand’s Prime Minister and Defense Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha paid a visit to the Pentagon on Friday, where Secretary Austin welcomed…
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Mexico Rescinds DEA Airplane Parking Spot
Significantly truncates DEA access in the country. The government of Mexico has rescinded authorization for the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to park their plane in the country.…
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Federal Reserve Chair Secures Second Term
Jerome Powell received bipartisan support. The Senate on Thursday voted 80-19 to give Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell a second four-year term, keeping him as the head of…
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Defense Secretary Speaks with Russian Counterpart
He urged an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine. On Friday, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin spoke with his Russian counterpart, the first such conversation between the two officials since the…
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House Bill Would Overhaul Supreme Court Ethics
Code of conduct for justices would be created. The House Judiciary Committee has advanced a Supreme Court ethics bill following concerns about Justice Clarence Thomas, comments made by…
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USDA Addresses LGBTQ+ Discrimination
Group more likely to experience food insecurity, use USDA programs The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced this month that it will be including LGBTQ+ discrimination in its…
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Navy Holds Christening Ceremony for USS Beloit
Leaders gather to smash champagne bottle across the bow. A week ago, the Navy christened the newly built USS Beloit, holding a ceremony commissioning the ship for Navy…
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