The Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division on Wednesday convened principals of federal agency civil rights offices and senior government officials to foster AI and civil rights coordination. This was the fourth such convening by the Civil Rights Division, coming up on the one-year anniversary of President Biden’s Executive Order on the Safe, Secure and Trustworthy Development…
4o Statement from President Biden Congratulating Nobel Peace Prize Winners This year’s Nobel Peace Prize winners embody determination and resilience in the face of tragedy. For decades, the members of Nihon Hidankyo have served as a human testament to the catastrophic human toll of nuclear weapons, telling a story that humanity needs to hear. On behalf of the United States,…
In an op-ed published in Newsweek, Governor Kathy Hochul and Common Sense Media CEO James P. Steyer highlight the growing mental health crisis among American teens, driven by social media pressures and a culture that glorifies productivity. They call for stronger legislative action, such as New York’s SAFE for Kids Act, to hold tech companies…
On October 10, 2024, in Washington, DC, Jon Finer, Principal Deputy National Security Advisor, met with Papua New Guinea’s Deputy Prime Minister, John Rosso, to discuss the expanding U.S.-PNG Strategic Partnership. Key topics included U.S. support for electrification, humanitarian assistance, conflict prevention, and resource management. The partnership has already connected 19,000 households to electricity and…
In a statement from National Economic Advisor Lael Brainard, the latest Consumer Price Index report shows inflation has fallen back to 2.4%, the same level as before the pandemic. Under the Biden-Harris Administration, the economy has experienced steady growth, with 16 million jobs created and incomes rising by $4,000 after adjusting for inflation. Brainard emphasized…
In President Biden’s October 9, 2024, call with Jewish leaders during the High Holidays, he emphasized the enduring support for Israel and the fight against antisemitism. Reflecting on his personal and familial connections to Jewish history, Biden reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to securing Jewish communities globally, combating antisemitism, and ensuring the security of Israel in…
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