- White House. Statement from President Joe Biden on the Supreme Court Ruling on Consumer Financial Protection BureauPresident Biden hails the Supreme Court’s decision on the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau as a victory for American consumers, affirming its constitutional funding authority and its track record in safeguarding consumers from abusive financial practices. He highlights the CFPB’s achievements under his administration, including delivering nearly $9 billion in consumer relief and striving to save… Read more: White House. Statement from President Joe Biden on the Supreme Court Ruling on Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
- White House. Biden Administration Announces Record Over $16 Billion in Support for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)The Biden-Harris Administration has announced an unprecedented $16 billion investment in Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) from FY 2021 to FY 2024, aiming to bolster these institutions as engines for economic mobility and academic excellence, with initiatives ranging from debt relief to research grants and infrastructure development. These actions underscore the administration’s commitment to… Read more: White House. Biden Administration Announces Record Over $16 Billion in Support for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)
- White House. Readout of National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan’s Meeting with Representatives of Countries with Citizens Taken Hostage by HamasNational Security Advisor Jake Sullivan met yesterday with Ambassadors and Chiefs of Mission from Argentina, Austria, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Colombia, Denmark, France, Germany, Hungary, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Spain, Thailand and the United Kingdom. The 18 nations represented at the meeting all have citizens taken hostage by Hamas in Gaza. The group discussed their collective call… Read more: White House. Readout of National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan’s Meeting with Representatives of Countries with Citizens Taken Hostage by Hamas
- White House. Readout of Convening to Mark One-Year Anniversary of National Plan to End Gender-Based ViolenceSenior Biden-Harris Administration officials convened with advocates to mark the one-year anniversary of the U.S. National Plan to End Gender-Based Violence, highlighting the administration’s historic efforts, including increased funding for the Violence Against Women Act, expanded services to underserved communities, and enhanced housing protections for survivors. The event discussed the progress made in implementing the… Read more: White House. Readout of Convening to Mark One-Year Anniversary of National Plan to End Gender-Based Violence
- New York Mayor Adams Announces City Hall, Municipal Buildings to be lit Green to Commemorate Mental Health Action Day– New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced that City Hall and several municipal buildings will be lit green tonight in recognition of Mental Health Action Day — a global movement highlighting the importance of mental health and empowering participants to strengthen connection and community. “Over the past decade, we have seen an alarming rise in anxiety and hopelessness among too many people, including young people here… Read more: New York Mayor Adams Announces City Hall, Municipal Buildings to be lit Green to Commemorate Mental Health Action Day
- JAVITS CENTER MAY 16 2026. FAST COMPANY’S MOST INNOVATIVE COMPANIES SUMMITFast Company’s Most Innovative Companies Summit is an annual event that celebrates the world’s most innovative companies and brings together business leaders, entrepreneurs, and industry experts to discuss the latest trends and innovations shaping the future of business. The 2024 summit will take place on May 16 at the Javits Center in New York City.… Read more: JAVITS CENTER MAY 16 2026. FAST COMPANY’S MOST INNOVATIVE COMPANIES SUMMIT
- White House. U.S.-Canada Joint Statement on the Extension of the Bilateral Energy Transformation Task ForceCanada and the United States have extended the bilateral Canada-U.S. Energy Transformation Task Force (ETTF) for another year, aiming to advance cooperation in clean energy initiatives and supply chains. Through the ETTF, both countries have accelerated efforts to deploy clean energy solutions, develop critical mineral supply chains, and promote the deployment of civil nuclear energy,… Read more: White House. U.S.-Canada Joint Statement on the Extension of the Bilateral Energy Transformation Task Force
- White House. Biden Administration Unveils Critical Steps to Protect Workers from Risks of Artificial IntelligenceThe Biden-Harris Administration has unveiled principles aimed at protecting workers and ensuring their involvement in the development and use of AI systems in the workplace, including worker empowerment, ethical AI development, transparency, and support for impacted workers. These principles, outlined in response to President Biden’s Executive Order, emphasize the importance of worker input, ethical considerations,… Read more: White House. Biden Administration Unveils Critical Steps to Protect Workers from Risks of Artificial Intelligence
- White House. Biden Administration Takes Action to Strengthen American Solar Manufacturing and Protect Manufacturers and Workers from China’s Unfair Trade PracticesPresident Biden’s administration has significantly bolstered American solar manufacturing and deployment through initiatives like the Inflation Reduction Act, resulting in a surge in solar installations and domestic manufacturing capacity. To counter China’s unfair trade practices, the administration is implementing measures such as increasing tariffs on imports, removing exclusions on certain solar panels, and closely monitoring… Read more: White House. Biden Administration Takes Action to Strengthen American Solar Manufacturing and Protect Manufacturers and Workers from China’s Unfair Trade Practices
- NYC Mayor Adams Announces new Pilot Program to Combat Retail Theft, Create Efficiencies, Improve Police-Community Relations Using Innovative TechnologyNew York City Mayor Eric Adams, Deputy Mayor for Public Safety Philip Banks III, and New York City Police Department (NYPD) Commissioner Edward A. Caban today announced the launch of a pilot program utilizing technology to protect public safety — including by combatting retail theft, quality-of-life offenses, and crime overall — while simultaneously increasing… Read more: NYC Mayor Adams Announces new Pilot Program to Combat Retail Theft, Create Efficiencies, Improve Police-Community Relations Using Innovative Technology
- New York. Adams Administration to Host Inaugural National Urban Rat SummitNew York City Mayor Eric Adams, in collaboration with the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and Cornell University, announced the inaugural National Urban Rat Summit for September 18 to 19, aiming to unite researchers and municipal experts to exchange best practices in rodent control. This summit aligns with the city’s comprehensive… Read more: New York. Adams Administration to Host Inaugural National Urban Rat Summit
- White House. Statement from NSC Spokesperson Adrienne Watson on the U.S.-PRC Talks on AI Risk and SafetyThe U.S. and PRC officials, led by Tarun Chhabra and Seth Center, convened in Geneva to discuss AI risk and safety, following a summit between Presidents Biden and Xi Jinping. Both sides exchanged perspectives on AI safety and misuse, emphasizing the importance of global consensus and open communication to responsibly manage competition. Special Assistant to… Read more: White House. Statement from NSC Spokesperson Adrienne Watson on the U.S.-PRC Talks on AI Risk and Safety