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28 Jul

FACT SHEET: President Biden to Sign Executive Order Implementing Bipartisan Military Justice Reforms

Politics

Today, President Biden will sign an Executive Order to implement historic, bipartisan military justice reforms that significantly strengthen how the military handles sexual assault cases. The Executive Order transfers key decision-making authorities from commanders to specialized, independent military prosecutors in cases of sexual assault, domestic violence, murder, and other serious offenses by amending the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ). These changes, which implement reforms passed by Congress in the Fiscal Year 2022 National Defense Authorization Act (FY22 NDAA), represent the most significant transformation of the military justice system since the UCMJ was established in 1950. The historic reforms announced…

28 Jul

Joint Statement from Canada, Mexico, and the United States Following the Second Trilateral Fentanyl Committee Meeting

Politics

On July 25, 2023 Mexico’s Secretary of Security Rosa Icela Rodriguez hosted U.S. Homeland Security Advisor Dr. Elizabeth Sherwood-Randall and Canada’s National Security and Intelligence Advisor Jody Thomas (virtually) in the second meeting of the Trilateral Fentanyl Committee to propel and expand actions on our shared commitment to combat the trafficking of synthetic drugs. President Joe Biden, President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau established this trilateral Committee, comprising high-level representatives from the three countries, during the North American Leaders’ Summit on January 9-10, 2023, to guide priority actions to address the illicit fentanyl threat facing North America. The…

28 Jul

P1 Dental Partners lands new credit facility, led by Synovus

Business

INDIANAPOLIS, IN, UNITED STATES, July 13, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — P1 Dental Partners, a Patient-First & Provider-Led Dental Partnership Organization, (“P1” or the “Company”) successfully closed its new Senior Secured credit facility led by Synovus, with participation by Wintrust Financial, and Modern Bank. P1 is a portfolio company of Prairie Capital, out of Chicago. Centerfield Capital, the Company’s mezzanine lender, also remains in the deal. The financing will be used to refinance the Company’s current debt and support near-term acquisitions. “What a great team! P1 represents an ideal partner to patients, providers and now to Synovus,” said Dave Allen, Managing Director, Synovus…

28 Jul

Remarks by President Biden on Actions to Protect Communities from Extreme Heat

Politics

South Court AuditoriumEisenhower Executive Office Building 12:06 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon. We’re here today with the mayors of Phoenix and San Antonio and senior members of my administration to talk about the existential threat of climate change. And it is a threat. We’re going to outline steps we’re taking to help communities who — who, right this minute, as both the mayors can tell you, are facing a real crisis in their cities. We’ll talk about steps we’re taking to help people get through this tough time, and we’re also going to talk about steps we’re taking to help communities…

27 Jul

Readout of National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan’s Trip to Saudi Arabia

Politics

National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan traveled to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on July 27, 2023 to meet with Prime Minister and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and senior Saudi officials to discuss bilateral and regional matters, including initiatives to advance a common vision for a more peaceful, secure, prosperous, and stable Middle East region interconnected with the world. Mr. Sullivan also reviewed significant progress to build on the benefits of the truce in Yemen that have endured over the past 16 months and welcomed ongoing UN-led efforts to bring the war to a close. Both delegations agreed to maintain regular consultations and…

27 Jul

Readout of Vice President Harris’s Call with President Tinubu of Nigeria

Politics

Vice President Kamala Harris spoke today with President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria, the highest-level U.S. engagement with President Tinubu since his May 2023 inauguration. The Vice President recognized Nigeria as a leading global voice and Africa’s largest democracy and economy. The Vice President and President Tinubu underscored their shared commitment to defending democracy in West Africa and the Sahel and deep concern about the attempted takeover in Niger. The Vice President strongly condemned any efforts to seize power by force in Niger, and emphasized that our substantial cooperation with the Government of Niger is contingent on Niger’s continued commitment to…

27 Jul

Joint Statement from President Biden and Prime Minister Meloni

Politics

Today, the President of the United States, Joseph R. Biden, and the President of the Council of Ministers of the Italian Republic, Giorgia Meloni, met at the White House. They reaffirmed the unshakable alliance, strategic partnership, and deep friendship between the United States and Italy. The ties between Italy and the United States are rooted in history, cultural affinity, and economic cooperation. They are founded on our shared values and principles – democracy, freedom, respect for human rights – reinforced by the shared objective to promote peace and security, enhance prosperity, and advance sustainability all around the globe. The connections…

27 Jul

Remarks by President Biden and Prime Minister Meloni of the Italian Republic Before Bilateral Meeting

Politics

Oval Office 3:16 P.M. EDT PRESIDENT BIDEN: Well, it’s a delight to welcome the Prime Minister. We have become friends. And it’s good to have you back at the White House. Thank you for coming. PRIME MINISTER MELONI: Thank you. PRESIDENT BIDEN: And let me offer my condolences over the — in Italy and throughout the Mediterranean, to those suffering from extreme, extreme weather and wildfires. Italy and the region are grappling with this, just as we are here in the United States. I just did a major initiative on dangers of this excessive heat here in the United States.…

27 Jul

Guangdong agricultural products shine in Italy for more export opportunities

Celebrity Gossip

GUANGZHOU, China, July 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — This is a news report from GDToday: Black tea served in porcelain tea cups, fresh litchi shining in crystal bowls, steaming pre-made cuisines, a fashion show with mixed beauty of Chinese and western styles… On July 12, a promotion event featuring Guangdong agricultural products kicked off in Rome, Italy. Continue Reading On July 12, a promotion event featuring a series of Guangdong agricultural products kicked off in Rome, the capital of Italy. Representatives of the China-Italy Chamber of Commerce, the Italian Trade Agency, industrial associations, supermarkets, and media were invited to enjoy Guangdong litchi,…

27 Jul

Readout of White House Black County Leaders Virtual Listening Session on Workforce

Politics

Yesterday, the White House hosted local leaders who represent significant African American populations to discuss the opportunities and challenges with training a skilled workforce for the President’s Investing in America agenda. White House staff from the Office of Intergovernmental Affairs, the American Rescue Plan, Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, and Inflation Reduction Act implementation teams provided an overview ofthe resources and workforce funding opportunities available from the investments. The group then had an open dialogue with the leaders from these communities on their workforce needs. The elected officials from these counties emphasized how these historic investments will help rebuild and strengthen their respective communities. The elected officials praised the flexibility…