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President Biden delivering a speech on the "Buy American" Executive Order, with the Presidential Seal and American flags in the background.

“Buy American” Order Signed by President Biden as Historic New Clean Energy Jobs Debut for Americans

President Biden’s ambitious Executive Order title says it all: “Ensuring the Future Is Made in All of America by All of America’s Workers.” The president’s new U.S.-focused order, created to engage Americans to spend their money on items made in the U.S., harkens to decades past, when “Made in the... Read More about “Buy American” Order Signed by President Biden as Historic New Clean Energy Jobs Debut for Americans

Seal of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) displayed on a textured backdrop.

FBI Recovers 33 Children in Anti-Human Trafficking Operation

Earlier this month, an FBI anti-human trafficking operation led to the recovery of 33 missing children. The operation took place in Southern California and was dubbed “Operation Lost Angels.” The recovery of the children was the result of the work of more than two dozen agencies on the local, state,... Read More about FBI Recovers 33 Children in Anti-Human Trafficking Operation

President Biden seated at the Resolute Desk in the Oval Office surrounded by reporters on the day he signed multiple executive orders.

Biden's Day One Executive Orders – Disbanding the 1776 Commission

As part of the raft of executive orders promulgated by the new president on his first day in office, President Biden signed the Executive Order On Advancing Racial Equity and Support for Underserved Communities Through the Federal Government. In Section 10, paragraph (c) of the order is the mention that... Read More about Biden's Day One Executive Orders – Disbanding the 1776 Commission

President Biden sitting at a desk in the Oval Office, surrounded by reporters as he prepares to sign executive orders.

Biden Directs DOJ to End Contracts with Private Prisons

Biden's latest executive order tackles the issue of privately operated criminal detention facilities. In his memorandum, President Biden seeks to reform the nation's current incarceration system by eliminating the use of these privately owned detention centers. The memorandum explains in part, “To decrease incarceration levels, we must reduce profit-based incentives... Read More about Biden Directs DOJ to End Contracts with Private Prisons

Portrait of Harriet Tubman, an iconic figure known for her role in the Underground Railroad and efforts to abolish slavery.

White House to Accelerate Effort to Put Harriet Tubman’s Picture on $20

On the day before President Biden signed four new executive orders designed to promote racial equality, his administration also took steps to put a woman who did exactly that on the $20 bill. Her name is Harriet Tubman, and she will be the first Black person to ever appear on... Read More about White House to Accelerate Effort to Put Harriet Tubman’s Picture on $20

President Biden speaking at a podium with the presidential seal, addressing issues related to racism and xenophobia against Asian Americans, with flags in the background.

Biden’s Order Condemns and Combats Racism, Xenophobia, and Intolerance Against Asian Americans

The Biden administration is taking a sharp 180-degree turn from the previous administration's dealings with regard to cultural sensitivity. On January 26th, Biden signed an executive order titled the Memorandum Condemning and Combating Racism, Xenophobia, and Intolerance against Asian-Americans and Pacific Islanders in the United States. The previous administration did... Read More about Biden’s Order Condemns and Combats Racism, Xenophobia, and Intolerance Against Asian Americans

Signage of the World Health Organization (WHO).

DAY ONE: America Re-joins World Health Organization

Joe Biden fulfilled yet another one of his campaign promises on day one as president when he announced the US would once again join the World Health Organization (WHO). In a fast reversal of former President Trump's abandonment of WHO, Biden signed an act and notified the non-profit organization that... Read More about DAY ONE: America Re-joins World Health Organization

Rudy Giuliani speaking at a press conference, raising his hands while addressing the media.

Dominion Voting Systems Sues Rudy Giuliani with Defamation Lawsuit for Falsely Claiming Voting Fraud

Rudolph Giuliani, the well-known Trump lawyer and former mayor of New York City, was sued by Dominion Voting Systems on January 25. The lawsuit was filed in the Federal District Court in Washington D.C. by Dominion Voting Systems, the firm that supplies millions of voting machines, tabulators, plus hardware and... Read More about Dominion Voting Systems Sues Rudy Giuliani with Defamation Lawsuit for Falsely Claiming Voting Fraud

A woman speaking at a podium with a sign that reads "IMPEACH" in front of a blurred crowd.

Biden Day One Executive Orders - Regulatory Review Process

President Biden issued the “Modernizing Regulatory Review” Executive Order with the intent to update the review process by obtaining feedback from OMB and other agencies. This feedback will address “how the regulatory review process can promote public health and safety, economic growth, social welfare, racial justice, environmental stewardship, human dignity,... Read More about Biden Day One Executive Orders - Regulatory Review Process

California Attorney General Xavier Becerra making a statement.

California DOJ investigates LA Sheriff's Department for Civil Rights Abuse Patterns

California's Department of Justice has just announced a civil investigation into the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department for potential civil rights violations. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department is the largest in the nation with over 18,000 deputies and staff members. In recent months, the department has come under scrutiny... Read More about California DOJ investigates LA Sheriff's Department for Civil Rights Abuse Patterns

California State Senator Scott Wiener speaking about Senate Bill 243, which aims to reform expert testimony and forensic evidence standards to prevent wrongful convictions.

Bill Introduced by CA Senator Wiener to Change Expert Testimony, Forensic Evidence Legal Standards

On Friday, California State Senator Scott Wiener introduced Senate Bill 243. The bill aims to change the legal standards for expert testimony and forensic evidence to make it easier for falsely accused individuals to challenge wrongful convictions. Wiener said that approximately 200 people are facing extended jail sentences for serious... Read More about Bill Introduced by CA Senator Wiener to Change Expert Testimony, Forensic Evidence Legal Standards

Trump International Hotel with American flags displayed prominently outside the building.

U.S. Supreme Court Ends Two Emolument Suits vs. Trump

Two lawsuits accused President Trump of violating the emoluments clauses of the Constitution by making profits from his New York and Washington hotels and restaurants. Monday, the Supreme Court declined to hear Trump’s request to consider the lower-court orders. Those orders had said the lawsuits could go forward on the... Read More about U.S. Supreme Court Ends Two Emolument Suits vs. Trump

Harvey Weinstein arriving in court using a walker, flanked by two individuals.

Weinstein Bankruptcy Judge Approves Sexual Misconduct Settlement Plan

A bankruptcy court judge in Delaware has given the green light on accused rapist Harvey Weinstein's liquidation plan of his Weinstein Co. The liquidation plan will fuel a settlement fund for victims who accused the disgraced film executive of sexual misconduct. The settlement includes a $17 million fund that will... Read More about Weinstein Bankruptcy Judge Approves Sexual Misconduct Settlement Plan

A person stands in front of memorial stars honoring the victims of the Tree of Life synagogue shooting, surrounded by flowers and candles.

Son of Victims in ‘Tree of Life Synagogue Shooting’ Files Wrongful Death Suit against Colt and NRA

The son of two victims killed in the 2018 Pittsburgh synagogue attack has filed suit against the gun manufacturer, Colt, and the National Rifle Association in a wrongful death lawsuit. Mark Simon's parents, Sylvan and Bernice Simon were 2 of 11 people who were killed in the Tree of Life... Read More about Son of Victims in ‘Tree of Life Synagogue Shooting’ Files Wrongful Death Suit against Colt and NRA

Former Michigan Governor Rick Snyder surrounded by media, leaving a building related to charges in the Flint water crisis.

Government Officials Facing Charges for Flint Water Crisis

The former Michigan Governor Rick Snyder, along with some members of his administration, will be facing charges in the Flint water crisis. The Flint water crisis has been going on since 2014. The city of Flint originally got its water from Detroit but switched its water source to the Flint... Read More about Government Officials Facing Charges for Flint Water Crisis