Day: February 14, 2025
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US Vice President JD Vance Delivers Remarks at the Munich Security Conference. White House video
Here’s a full transcript of the speech that JD Vance gave at the Munich Security Conference this afternoon. One of the things that I wanted to talk about today is, of course, our shared values. And, you know, it’s great to be back in Germany. As you heard earlier, I was here last year as…
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Donald Trump: National Energy Dominance Council Established to Strengthen U.S. Energy Leadership
Summary: On February 14, 2025, the President issued an executive order establishing the National Energy Dominance Council within the Executive Office to expand and streamline American energy production. The Council, chaired by the Secretary of the Interior, will advise on policies to enhance energy independence, drive economic growth, and strengthen national security. Its objectives include…
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White House. President Trump Delivers a Week of Victories for America
Under President Donald J. Trump, the past week was marked by major wins for the American people. From securing the release of two detained Americans abroad to restoring tariffs that protect U.S. industries, Trump reaffirmed his commitment to strong leadership. His administration also made strides in foreign policy, trade, energy, and national security, including negotiations…
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New York. Mayor Eric Adams Denies Allegations of Authority Trade, Calls for Trust and Progress
New York City Mayor Eric Adams firmly denied any suggestion that he or his representatives offered to trade his authority in exchange for ending his case. In a statement released today, Adams emphasized his unwavering commitment to the 8.3 million New Yorkers he serves. Calling for the city to move past this controversy, he urged…
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NYC Moves Forward with 388 Hudson Development: Hundreds of Affordable Housing Units & Recreation Center in Hudson Square
New York City Mayor Eric Adams, alongside DEP, HPD, and NYC Parks, announced the next steps in the 388 Hudson Street development—part of the ambitious “Manhattan Plan” to add 100,000 new homes over the next decade. The project will transform an underutilized site in Hudson Square into a mixed-use development featuring critically needed affordable housing…
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Mayor Adams Expands Early Childhood Education Outreach, Secures Deal to Keep 5 NYC Daycares Open
Mayor Eric Adams and Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos are ramping up outreach efforts to help NYC families enroll in early childhood education programs, targeting areas with historically low application rates. As part of a $100 million city investment, NYC Public Schools is launching email campaigns, social media pushes, and in-person events to boost enrollment. Meanwhile, the…
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Mayor Adams Announces Closure of Final Tent-Based Asylum Seeker Shelter, 52 Total Sites to Close by June 2025
New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced the closure of six additional emergency asylum seeker shelters, including the Creedmoor Humanitarian Emergency Response and Relief Center, marking the end of tent-based migrant shelters in the city. The Adams administration’s strategic asylum seeker management and border policy advocacy have contributed to seven consecutive months of decreasing shelter…
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New York Expands ‘Choose Healthy Life’ Initiative to Boost Healthcare Access in Black Communities
Governor Kathy Hochul announced an expansion of the Choose Healthy Life initiative, increasing funding to $5 million to support health services through 30 Black churches across New York State. The program, in partnership with United Way of New York City, will extend critical health and wellness services to underserved communities in Albany, Buffalo, Newburgh, Rochester,…
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NY Governor Hochul Announces Nearly 50,000 Tickets Issued in Statewide Super Bowl Traffic Crackdown
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that law enforcement agencies across New York issued 49,948 traffic tickets during a statewide Super Bowl enforcement campaign from February 3-9, 2025. The initiative aimed to deter reckless driving, resulting in 1,021 tickets for impaired driving and 8,536 for speeding. Sobriety checkpoints and increased patrols were conducted to ensure road safety.…
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Gov. Hochul Rolls Out Free Snowmobiling Weekends for Out-of-State Riders
Snowmobilers from outside New York can hit the state’s 10,000 miles of trails for free during two special weekends, Feb. 28–March 2 and March 7–9, thanks to Gov. Kathy Hochul. The move aims to boost tourism and give adventure seekers a taste of the Empire State’s stunning winter landscapes—without the usual registration fees. Riders must…