DOD Makes Loans to Industry for Critical Technology Development, Production 11/07/2024 The Department of Defense (DOD) has announced a new program to provide loans to industry for the development and production of critical technologies. The program, known as the Defense Production Act (DPA) Title III Loan Program, will provide up to $3 billion in loans … Read more
Austin Highlights Critical Role of Partnerships at SOUTHCOM Change of Command 11/07/2024 MIAMI, Fla. — Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III presided over the U.S. Southern Command change of command ceremony at the José Milton Memorial Park in Doral, Florida, November 7, 2024. During the ceremony, U.S. Navy Adm. Craig S. Faller relinquished command … Read more
DOD Eyes Smooth Transition to Next Administration, Austin Says November 7, 2024 WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Department of Defense is taking steps to ensure a smooth transition to the next administration, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said during a press conference at the Pentagon on Tuesday. “We are absolutely committed to ensuring that … Read more
Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III’s Call With Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant November 7, 2024 WASHINGTON, D.C. — Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III spoke today with Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant to discuss the enduring partnership between the United States and Israel and their shared commitment to … Read more
Secretary Austin Presides Over Change of Command at U.S. Southern Command November 8, 2024 On Thursday, November 7, 2024, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III presided over the change of command ceremony for U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) at Doral, Florida. During the ceremony, U.S. Navy Admiral Craig Faller relinquished command to U.S. Army General … Read more
Oregon Owyhee Wilderness and Community Protection Act Introduced in Congress On November 7, 2024, Representative Peter DeFazio (D-OR) introduced H.R. 10082, the Oregon Owyhee Wilderness and Community Protection Act. The bill aims to protect and enhance the Owyhee Canyonlands in southeastern Oregon, an ecologically and culturally significant landscape. Key Provisions of the Bill Designates approximately … Read more
H.R. 10100 (IH) – Economic Security and Diplomacy Act of 2024 Date Introduced: November 7, 2024 Sponsor: Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) Co-Sponsors: Reps. Adam Schiff (D-CA), Michael McCaul (R-TX), Ilhan Omar (D-MN), Tom Cole (R-OK) Summary: The Economic Security and Diplomacy Act of 2024 is a comprehensive bill that aims to address a range of … Read more
Toyota Motor Corporation Announces April Through September 2024 Financial Results November 6, 2024 Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) today announced its financial results for the six-month period ended September 30, 2024. Key Financial Highlights Net Revenue: * TTM: $225.1 billion (19.8% increase year-over-year) Income from Operations: * TTM: $20.9 billion (7.6% increase year-over-year) Net Income: * … Read more
White House Releases Proclamation on Veterans Day 2024 On November 6, 2024, the White House issued a proclamation in recognition of Veterans Day 2024. The proclamation, titled “A Proclamation on Veterans Day, 2024,” honors the service and sacrifice of American veterans. Key Points of the Proclamation: The proclamation expresses the nation’s gratitude for veterans who … Read more
Biden Urges Americans to “Come Together” in Speech on Anniversary of Capitol Riot Washington, D.C. – On the second anniversary of the January 6, 2021 Capitol riot, President Joe Biden delivered a speech from the White House urging Americans to “come together” and reject the forces of division and extremism. In his remarks, Biden condemned … Read more