Day: February 22, 2023

Readout of White House Meeting with State Legislative Leaders on “Red Flag” Laws
22 Feb

Readout of White House Meeting with State Legislative Leaders on “Red Flag” Laws

Politics
Today, Julie Chavez Rodriguez, Senior Advisor to the President and White House Intergovernmental Affairs Director, Stefanie Feldman, Deputy Assistant to the President and Senior Advisor to the Domestic Policy Advisor, and Rosie Hidalgo, Special Assistant to the President and Senior Advisor on Gender-Based Violence, convened a meeting with state legislative leaders on Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO) laws. Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO) laws – also referred to as “red flag” laws – allow family members, law enforcement, or other responsible individuals to petition for a court order temporarily barring people in crisis from accessing firearms if they present a…
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Readout of White House Meeting with State Legislative Leaders on “Red Flag” Laws
22 Feb

Remarks by Vice President Harris at HUD Mortgage Announcement Event 

Politics
Bowie State UniversityBowie, Maryland 3:48 P.M. EST THE VICE PRESIDENT:  Good afternoon, everyone!  Good afternoon.  Please, have a seat.  Please, have a seat. CaShawn and Lewis, I want to thank you for that introduction and for just how you are inspiring so many folks.  We were talking backstage, and the two of them really have worked so hard to do what we all do — right? — which is we want to work hard, we’re prepared to work hard.  And we want to know that there will be a return on that and that the system will support hard work to allow people…
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What to Think About as You Take the Next Step in Your Career
22 Feb

What to Think About as You Take the Next Step in Your Career

Business
NEW YORK, February 22, 2023 (Newswire.com) - iQuanti: Taking the next step in your career is a big decision—one that requires you to carefully consider multiple factors. Whether you've just been offered a promotion, are applying for one, have decided to go back to school, or something else, it's normal to feel a little overwhelmed during this time of change. Before you rush in, here are some things to consider that can help set you up for success:  1. Align Your Goals: Are you on the career path you want to be on? Where do you see yourself in one…
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Readout of White House Meeting with State Legislative Leaders on “Red Flag” Laws
22 Feb

Remarks by President Biden Before Meeting with the Leaders of the Bucharest Nine

Politics
Presidential PalaceWarsaw, Poland 2:55 P.M. CET THE PRESIDENT:  Well, thank you all very much.  And I’m delighted to be here.  As some of you may remember, years ago, when we were expanding NATO, I was the one in the United States Senate who was pushing the hardest to expand NATO for membership of many of you sitting around this table.  And the irony is that one of the last conversations I had with the — our friend in Russia was I said, “You keep asking for the Finlandization of NATO.  You’re going to get the NATOization of Finland.”  Well, it…
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5 Things to Do When Planning a Sabbatical
22 Feb

5 Things to Do When Planning a Sabbatical

Business
NEW YORK, February 22, 2023 (Newswire.com) - iQuanti: Does navigating the daily hurdles of life and work leave you feeling unfulfilled and uninspired? If you think you are experiencing burnout, have had a change of heart about your career goals, or simply want to make time to explore your hobbies and personal interests, taking a sabbatical from your job can be a great way to rest, reset, and reevaluate your life. You'll want to think ahead about how to best prepare for your extended time away, and the following tips can help you plan, stay organized, and make the most…
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Readout of White House Meeting with State Legislative Leaders on “Red Flag” Laws
22 Feb

Readout of President Biden’s Meeting with the Leaders of the Bucharest Nine Eastern Flank NATO Allies

Politics
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. met today with the Bucharest Nine (B9) group of our eastern flank NATO Allies as well as NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg to underscore the U.S. commitment to Transatlantic security. Ahead of the one year anniversary of Russia’s unprovoked aggression against Ukraine, leaders reaffirmed their unwavering support for Ukraine and underscored their shared commitment to stand with the Ukrainian people for as long as it takes. They discussed the strengthened defensive posture on NATO’s eastern flank, and President Biden reiterated the United States’ ironclad commitment to NATO’s Article 5. They looked forward to further strengthening…
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Readout of White House Meeting with State Legislative Leaders on “Red Flag” Laws
22 Feb

President Biden Names Thirtieth Round of Judicial Nominees

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The President is announcing his intent to nominate two individuals to federal district courts and one individual to the United States Court of Federal Claims—all of whom are extraordinarily qualified, experienced, and devoted to the rule of law and our Constitution. These choices also continue to fulfill the President’s promise to ensure that the nation’s courts reflect the diversity that is one of our greatest assets as a country—both in terms of personal and professional backgrounds. This will be President Biden’s thirtieth round of nominees for federal judicial positions, bringing the number of announced federal judicial nominees to 157. United…
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Southwestern Scale Announces Expansion Into Texas
22 Feb

Southwestern Scale Announces Expansion Into Texas

Business
The scale servicer, manufacturer, and provider of industrial and commercial-grade weighing scales made the announcement Wednesday. Southwestern Scale's new Fort Worth, Texas office FORT WORTH, Texas, February 22, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Southwestern Scale Company Inc. (SWSCALE), a servicer, manufacturer, and provider of industrial and commercial-grade weighing scales, has announced that it has opened a new office in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, in an effort to boost efficiency and services to the Lone Star State. The Phoenix-born business is in its 75th year of operation and has been a major player in the American Southwest scale industry for decades. Mark Murdza,…
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Stirling CBD Forecasts CBD Use to Grow in 2023
22 Feb

Stirling CBD Forecasts CBD Use to Grow in 2023

Business
The online leader in all-natural CBD products says millions of people are using CBD products to help alleviate issues of sleep, anxiety, and depression. CARY, N.C., February 22, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Rates of cannabidiol (CBD) usage in the United States are projected to surge in 2023, according to Stirling CBD, the leading online provider of potent and natural CBD products. With recent studies suggesting as high as a 10% year-over-year (YoY) increase in usage, Stirling CBD predicts that 2023 will be a pivotal year for the industry as the widespread adoption of CBD-infused products is set to take place across the…
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Readout of White House Meeting with State Legislative Leaders on “Red Flag” Laws
22 Feb

FACT SHEET: BIDEN-HARRIS ADMINISTRATION ANNOUNCES ACTION TO SAVE HOMEBUYERS AND HOMEOWNERS $800 PER YEAR

Politics
850,000 homebuyers and homeowners with new FHA-insured mortgages expected to benefit in 2023 Today, the Biden-Harris Administration announced an action that will save homebuyers and homeowners with new FHA-insured mortgages an average of $800 per year, lowering housing costs for an estimated 850,000 homebuyers and homeowners in 2023. Vice President Harris and Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Fudge will travel to Bowie, Maryland, today to announce that HUD, through the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), will reduce its annual mortgage insurance premium by 0.30 percentage points, from 0.85% to 0.55% for most new borrowers. The mortgage insurance premium…
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