24 states sue the EPA and the state of California for unconstitutional regulations. State attorneys general from 24 states filed two lawsuits this week that challenge new emission…
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DOJ Extradites Drug Chemical Supplier from Mexico for U.S. Trial
Attorney General Garland announces the trial of a supplier for a cartel trafficking operation. The Department of Justice announced the extradition of Mexican citizen Francisco Pulido Coracero to…
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Vice President Harris Announces $100 Million for Auto Workers
The funding is intended to help smaller suppliers transition to the EV supply chain. Vice President Kamala Harris announced that President Biden’s administration is investing $100 million to…
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FTC Fines Retailer $3.17M for False ‘Made in USA’ Claims
The agency seeks to ensure truth in product labeling, mandating stricter compliance measures. The Federal Trade Commission has reached a settlement with Williams-Sonoma in which the prominent home…
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Federal Court Places Injunction Over Sleep Therapy Device Safety Concern
Consent decree mandates remediation plan following worldwide recall, FDA oversight ensures patient safety and compliance The District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania issued a permanent injunction…
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Commerce Department Announces Agreement for Samsung Chip Facilities
Preliminary agreement proposes investing $6.4 billion into facility construction and expansion in Texas. The Department of Commerce announced that it has reached a non-binding domestic manufacturing agreement with…
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Labor Department Launches Initiative to Support Women in Apprenticeships
The grants seek to close gender gaps in skill trades and emerging industries. The U.S. Department of Labor recently announced a $6 million funding opportunity to promote women’s…
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House Committee Reports China is Subsidizing Fentanyl Production
Cites Chinese tax data offering 13 percent subsidies for precursor chemicals. On Tuesday, the House Select Committee on China published a report showing that China was financially subsidizing…
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FTC Reports Increase in E-Cigarette Advertising and Sales
Flavored disposable devices comprise 71 percent of sales. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) released its third report on nationwide e-cigarette sales and advertising, which showed an increase in…
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DHS Announces Strategy to Address Illegal Textile Trade
Will heighten screening, cargo compliance, and law enforcement The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently released an updated strategy to address the illicit trade of textiles in the…
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