Day: July 18, 2023

Remarks by Homeland Security Advisor Dr. Liz Sherwood-Randall at the 30th Anniversary of The National Guard’s State Partnership Program

Remarks by Homeland Security Advisor Dr. Liz Sherwood-Randall at the 30th Anniversary of The National Guard’s State Partnership Program

General Hokanson – thank you for your lifetime of leadership. And to all the Army and Air National Guard personnel here – thank you for your continuing and critical service to our nation. You’re uniquely positioned within our Joint Force, serving both community and country. Under your State Active Duty and Title 32 statuses, your primary mission is defending the homeland from all hazards – ranging from responding to overt military actions against our nation… to augmenting state, local, tribal, and Federal partners in response to disasters under your Defense Support for Civil Authorities role. And we all know what…
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Remarks by Homeland Security Advisor Dr. Liz Sherwood-Randall at the 30th Anniversary of The National Guard’s State Partnership Program

Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by First Lady Jill Biden at an Augusta Workforce Hub Event

Augusta, GA Thank you, Secretary Cardona. Every day, you remind us why it matters so much to have an educator leading the Department of Education. We’re so grateful for all that you do. Deputy Secretary Turk—you and the Department of Energy are doing great work to help Georgians lead the way towards our clean energy future. I also want to thank Mayor Johnson, President Mahan, President Whirl, Superintendent Bradshaw, employers, and the labor leaders we have with us for your passion and your attention to these programs. The speakers we have with us today show how our entire government is…
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Remarks by Homeland Security Advisor Dr. Liz Sherwood-Randall at the 30th Anniversary of The National Guard’s State Partnership Program

Joint Readout of the Inaugural U.S.-ROK Nuclear Consultative Group Meeting

In line with the April 2023 Washington Declaration and the historic decision by President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. and President Yoon Suk Yeol to establish the bilateral Nuclear Consultative Group (NCG), the national security authorities of the United States (U.S.) and the Republic of Korea (ROK) launched the inaugural meeting of the NCG on July 18, 2023, in Seoul. The NCG will be an enduring mechanism for strengthening the U.S.-ROK Alliance and enhancing our combined deterrence and response posture. As a result, the collective strength of our two nations will directly contribute to the continued peace and stability on the…
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Remarks by Homeland Security Advisor Dr. Liz Sherwood-Randall at the 30th Anniversary of The National Guard’s State Partnership Program

Readout of President Joe Biden’s Meeting with President Isaac Herzog of Israel

Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. welcomed President Isaac Herzog of Israel to the White House.  The two discussed the special significance of Herzog’s July 19 address to a Joint Meeting of Congress to commemorate Israel’s 75th anniversary, 35 years after an address by his father President Chaim Herzog, reflective of the enduring nature of our partnership, one that has transcended numerous U.S. and Israeli Administrations.  The two consulted on key issues of mutual concern, including enhanced coordination to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon and Iran’s growing defense partnership with Russia.  They noted the strength of the U.S.-Israel relationship, based…
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Remarks by Homeland Security Advisor Dr. Liz Sherwood-Randall at the 30th Anniversary of The National Guard’s State Partnership Program

Readout of Vice President Kamala Harris’s Meeting with State Attorneys General on Efforts to Stop Illicit Fentanyl Trafficking and Save Lives

Today, Vice President Kamala Harris convened Attorneys General from seven states and the District of Columbia for a conversation about federal and state efforts to disrupt the illicit fentanyl supply chain and expand access to care for individuals at risk of an overdose. White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) Director Dr. Rahul Gupta moderated the discussion and they were joined by White House Director of Intergovernmental Affairs Tom Perez. The roundtable followed actions the Biden-Harris Administration has taken to tackle the opioid and overdose epidemic, including releasing a National Response Plan to address the emerging threat of…
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Remarks by Homeland Security Advisor Dr. Liz Sherwood-Randall at the 30th Anniversary of The National Guard’s State Partnership Program

Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by First Lady Jill Biden at a Pittsburgh Workforce Hub Event

Pittsburgh, PA Thank you, Secretary Buttigieg. Pete—from holding airlines accountable when they cancel flights, to spearheading infrastructure projects across the country, Joe couldn’t have asked for a better partner. Mayor Gainey, you’ve put so much heart and hard work into strengthening the workforce in Pittsburgh. Acting Secretary Su—thank you for your steady leadership of the Department of Labor. You’ve worked tirelessly to protect our workers and give them the opportunities they need to thrive. It’s wonderful to be joined by your incredible representative, Congressman Deluzio, who never stops fighting for you on Capitol Hill. And I want to thank everyone…
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Inspiring Vacations Unveils Unforgettable Northern Lights Tours in Scandinavia

Inspiring Vacations Unveils Unforgettable Northern Lights Tours in Scandinavia

Witnessing the Northern Lights is a once-in-a-lifetime experience and Inspiring Vacations is committed to providing exceptional journeys that exceed expectations. Inspiring Vacations Inspiring Vacations MELBOURNE, Australia, July 19, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Award-winning travel company Inspiring Vacations, renowned for offering worldwide experiences including guided tours of Alaska, is excited to announce its exceptional tours Scandinavia-wide, offering an extraordinary opportunity to witness the awe-inspiring Northern Lights. These carefully crafted itineraries ensure an unforgettable journey, combining breathtaking sights, unique experiences and optimal chances to witness the mesmerizing Northern Lights phenomenon. The 15-Day Follow The Lights - Southbound tours to Scandinavia provide a small…
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Bakul Patel Joins Ball Chain Manufacturing Co., Inc.’s BCM Architectural Division

Bakul Patel Joins Ball Chain Manufacturing Co., Inc.’s BCM Architectural Division

Industry Veteran to Focus Efforts on ShimmerScreen® Visual Design Element MOUNT VERNON, N.Y., July 18, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Ball Chain Manufacturing Co., Inc. (Ball Chain) is proud to announce that Bakul Patel has joined its BCM Architectural division, which features the ShimmerScreen® product line. Mr. Patel possesses extensive industry knowledge, having worked at both Levolor® Inc. and Hunter Douglas N.V. He most recently served as Engineer Manager at Hunter Douglas, overseeing development, manufacturing and quality control in the residential, commercial and hospitality division. Mr. Patel will be responsible for guiding the existing team on business growth and product development, while continuing ShimmerScreen's…
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Arash Law Secures ,950,000 on Behalf of Victims of San Jacinto Walmart Baseball Bat Attack

Arash Law Secures $41,950,000 on Behalf of Victims of San Jacinto Walmart Baseball Bat Attack

Arash Law logo RIVERSIDE, Calif., July 18, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Arash Law, led by attorneys Arash Khorsandi, Esq., and Brian G. Beecher, Esq., is pleased to announce that the firm has secured a verdict of nearly $42 million on behalf of a client who was the victim of a horrific baseball bat attack in a San Jacinto Walmart.   This verdict reflects months of hard work by the Arash Law team in order to ensure that justice was served and that the plaintiffs obtained the compensation they deserved under California law.  The case arose from an attack that took place when a homeless man…
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