Month: June 2024
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White House. Remarks by President Biden and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine Before Bilateral Meeting
President Biden praised the bravery and resilience of the Ukrainian people and reiterated the United States’ commitment to support Ukraine, announcing an additional $225 million package to help reconstruct the electric grid. President Zelenskyy expressed deep gratitude for the significant military, financial, and humanitarian aid from the U.S., emphasizing the importance of continued bipartisan support…
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams Celebrates New Age Of Economic Opportunity For NYC With Passage Of “City Of Yes” Proposal
The New York City Council approved Mayor Eric Adams’ “City of Yes for Economic Opportunity” proposal, a set of citywide zoning changes that will support small businesses, entrepreneurs, and economic growth by removing outdated restrictions on businesses and enabling more vibrant commercial corridors. This initiative represents the largest overhaul of New York City’s commercial and manufacturing…
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White House. Joint Statement from the Leaders of the United States, Argentina, Austria, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Colombia, Denmark, France, Germany, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Spain, Thailand, and the United Kingdom on Gaza
As leaders of countries deeply concerned for the hostages held by Hamas in Gaza, including many of our own citizens, we fully support the movement towards a ceasefire and hostage release deal now on the table and as outlined by President Biden on May 31, 2024. There is no time to lose. We call on…
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At a Senate Republican press briefing on Wednesday, Sen. Steve Daines spoke about the U.S. justice system.
‘Pushing The Envelope On Crazy’: Steve Daines Blasts Dems After Trump Hush Money TrialSteve Daines, the Republican Senator from Montana and Chair of the National Republican Senatorial Committee, has strongly criticized the guilty verdict against former President Donald Trump in the hush money trial. Here are the key points: Daines’ Reaction Other Montana Republicans’ Reactions…
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Investing in New York’s Digital Infrastructure
NY State Governor Hochul unveiled application guidelines for more than $11M in ConnectALL funding that will get more New Yorkers online and expand access to high-speed internet statewide. Request for Applications to $10 Million Regional and Local Assistance Program To Build Local Government Capacity for Broadband Deployment, Digital Equity Initiatives Will Launch June 17 – Guidelines…
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White House. Readout of White House Convening on Used Electric Vehicles
Today, June 5th, 2024, the White House and the Treasury Department hosted private sector leaders in the pre-owned vehicle sales industry alongside clean car advocates and State and federal officials to recognize the momentum generated by the Inflation Reduction Act’s 25E used clean vehicle tax credit and encourage usage and adoption of the dealer transferability…
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NYC Mayor Adams, NYPD Commissioner Caban Announce Enhanced Summer Enforcement Efforts to Remove Illegal Mopeds and Scooters From City Streets
Eric Adams and NYPD Commissioner Edward A. Caban announced an enhanced summer enforcement strategy to remove illegal motorized vehicles, such as scooters and ATVs, from city streets due to their role in increasing crime. Since the Adams administration began, nearly 42,000 of these vehicles have been seized, with additional measures planned to further curb their…
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Chaos Erupts As Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene Lobs ‘Attack’ At Fauci, Dems Stop Hearing – Video
During a House hearing on the COVID-19 pandemic, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) launched a scathing attack on Dr. Anthony Fauci, refusing to address him as “doctor” and accusing him of orchestrating the spread of COVID-19.[1][2] Her remarks sparked outrage from Democrats, who defended Fauci’s credentials and condemned Greene’s behavior as a violation of decorum.[1][2]…
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams, Speaker Adrienne Adams Announce Investment in School Budget Allocations and Programming for Young People
$32 Million Investment to Protect Important Long-Term Schools’ Programs Previously Funded With Federal Stimulus, Including Computer Science Education, “Civics for All” Programs, Restorative Justice Programing. $20 Million in Funding Restorations to Expand Summer Rising Offering. To Combat COVID-19 Related Learning Loss, Administration Will “Hold Harmless” Initial Budget Allocations for 2024-2025 School Year, Bringing Stability to…
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White House. Remarks by President Biden on Securing Our Border
(Biden Announces Border ‘Crackdown’ That Will Still Let in at Least 1.8 Million Illegally Per Year ) THE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon. I’ve come here today to do what the Republicans in Congress refuse to do: take the necessary steps to secure our border. Four months ago, after weeks of intense negotiation between my staff and…
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Speaker Johnson Rebukes Trump’s Guilty Verdict
Jun 4, 2024 Jun 4, 2024 Speaker Johnson and House Republican leaders hold their weekly press briefing. Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) rebuked former President Donald Trump’s guilty verdict in the hush money case during a news conference on June 4, 2024. Johnson stated: “The judicial system in our country has been weaponized against President Trump.…
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Masked Protester Provokes NYC Israel Day Parade Marchers with Offensive ‘Kill Hostages Now’ Sign – Video
On June 2, 2024, the “One People One Heart” Israel Day Parade took place on Fifth Avenue. Among the crowd, a protester dressed in a black mask and shirt, with a Palestinian flag worn as a cape, joined a group of anti-Israel demonstrators who confronted pro-Israel supporters near the parade route. This year’s parade included…
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams Holds Security Briefing on Israel Day Parade 2024 – Video
Mayor Eric Adams and the New York City Police Department (NYPD) held a security briefing regarding the 2024 Israel Day Parade on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. Here are the key points: Increased Security Measures Reason for Heightened Security Parade Theme and Purpose The NYPD and city officials emphasized their commitment to ensuring the safety of…