Day: October 15, 2024
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White House. U.S. Response to Iranian Missile Attacks on Israel – President Biden’s Letter to Congressional Leaders
On October 15, 2024, President Biden addressed Congressional leadership, providing an update on the U.S. government’s response to Iran’s missile attacks on Israel earlier this month. In the letter, Biden reported that on October 1, Iran launched over 200 ballistic missiles targeting Israel, prompting swift action by U.S. military forces in support of Israeli defense.…
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NYC Mayor Adams Discusses Public Safety Initiatives and Leadership Changes October 15, 2024
: In his media availability on October 15, 2024, Mayor Eric Adams emphasized the ongoing efforts to ensure public safety in New York City, highlighting a significant decrease in subway crime and the launch of the Partnership Assistance for Transit Homelessness initiative aimed at connecting unhoused individuals with essential services. He announced the appointment of…
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NYC Mayor Adams and Councilmember Moya Launch ‘Operation Restore Roosevelt’ to Tackle Safety and Quality-of-Life Issues in Queens
On October 15, 2024, New York City Mayor Eric Adams and Councilmember Francisco Moya introduced Operation Restore Roosevelt, a multi-agency initiative targeting public safety and quality-of-life challenges along Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. Spearheaded by the NYPD as part of Mayor Adams’ Community Link initiative, the operation addresses concerns like illegal brothels, sex trafficking, unlicensed vendors,…
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White House: President Biden Welcomes Growth of the Trade Union Movement Amid Historic Surge in Organizing
Trade Unions Are a School of Communism,’ Said Comrade Lenin – A Historical Perspective on Labor Movements On October 15, 2024, President Joe Biden highlighted new data from the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) revealing a significant rise in union activity, with worker petitions for union representation doubling since the beginning of his term. As…
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Biden-Harris Administration Introduces New Measures to Combat Islamophobia and Anti-Arab Hate
The Biden-Harris Administration unveiled new initiatives to counter Islamophobia and anti-Arab hate, emphasizing safety, anti-discrimination efforts, and community protection. The plan includes actions from agencies like DHS, FBI, and DOJ to combat hate crimes and enhance security at faith-based institutions. As part of a broader strategy, the administration is working with local governments, educational institutions,…
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Secretary Blinken and Jordanian Foreign Minister Safadi Discuss Urgent Humanitarian Aid and Regional Stability
On October 15, 2024, U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken held a call with Jordan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi to address critical regional developments. Blinken emphasized the necessity of a diplomatic solution in Lebanon, aligned with United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701, to ensure the safe return of both Lebanese…
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U.S. and Canada Sanction Fundraiser for Palestinian Terror Group PFLP
The United States, in coordination with Canada, has sanctioned the Samidoun Palestinian Prisoner Solidarity Network, labeling it a sham charity that raises funds for the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP), a designated terrorist organization. Canada has also listed Samidoun as a terrorist entity under its Criminal Code, prohibiting dealings with the group’s…