US Chamber explores growth opportunities for small businesses with nationwide tour
In the #LetsGrow Tour, the organization has discussed some of the issues that prevent small businesses from growing. Read More »
State Department claims UN Human Rights Council agenda item reveals bias against Israel
The U.S. Department of State has expressed its opposition to item No. 7 of the U.N. Human Rights Council agenda. The item in question includes wording that claims Israel is occupying Arab territories and references Palestine. Read More »
Eco-terrorism prompted Dakota Access Pipeline to hire security firms to assist law enforcement at Standing Rock protest site
The Dakota Access Pipeline was sabotaged. Equipment was firebombed. Holes in the pipeline were burned by torches. So the pipeline fought back. Read More »
AFP supports Trump's executive order on federal government control
Americans for Prosperity is for President Trump's signing of an executive order curtailing federal government-controlled projects. Read More »
USS Makin Island awarded for battle effectiveness
The USS Makin Island was given the 2016 Battle Effectiveness Award, the second time the ship has won that honor. Read More »
AFP supports New Hampshire SB 193, which advocates for school-choice measures
Americans for Prosperity announced its support for New Hampshire Senate Bill 193, which could affect educational funds in the state. Read More »
U.S. Chamber-commissioned report on antitrust enforcement is released
A report has been issued by independent experts exploring what the U.S. Chamber calls inappropriate antitrust enforcement actions worldwide. Read More »
Tennessee conservative leaders call for end to gas tax hike
Around 50 grassroots leaders from around the state signed a letter that opposes the tax hike. Read More »
New Hampshire Senate adjusts food stamp program
The New Hampshire Senate has passed a bill that would adjust eligibility for food stamps back to pre-recession standards. Read More »
Leaders meet to discuss U.S.-Ghana economic relationship
On Thursday, March 9, leaders from the U.S. and Ghana deliberated about the cross-nation economic relationship between the two countries. Read More »
AFP director praises Trump's regulatory reform moves
Both the Trump administration and Congress have been rolling back on regulation policies implemented by the Obama administration. Read More »
U.S. Chamber designs plan to increase retirement savings by Americans
The Chamber has developed a roadmap for Congress and the White House laying out legislative actions to encourage retirement savings among Americans. Read More »
Inaugural F-35 symposium held in Hawaii
F-35 experts, senior officials and warfighters from Asia Pacific countries discussed better cooperation and had a look at the latest F-35 aircraft. Read More »
Apache pilot pulls double duty in National Guard, police force
Army 1st Lt. Jenna Pitcher says her work is never boring, as she is an Apache helicopter pilot with the National Guard and a police officer. Read More »
U.S. Marines train with Japanese forces in Forest Light exercise
The U.S. Marine Corps and Japanese Ground Self Defense Forces (JGDSF) conducted joint training exercise Forest Light 17-1 at the Soumagahara training area. Read More »
NCSA, Nasdaq hold cybersecurity discussions aimed at executives
Cybersecurity experts hosted several talks about risk management and emerging threats on March 13 at the Nasdaq MarketSite in New York. Read More »
Majority of NE senators make push for Keystone XL Pipeline
President Donald Trump’s executive order on pipelines and a recent call by a two-thirds majority of Nebraska’s senators in support of the Keystone XL pipeline have been welcomed by representatives of the pipeline industry. Read More »
U.S. Chamber president outlines key goals for tax reform
At the recent Spring Board of Directors meeting, U.S. Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Thomas Donohue encouraged the idea of tax reform to help spur economic growth. Read More »
Joint Chiefs chairman discusses importance of respectful online conduct for service members
U.S. service members must always be aware that online behavior reflects on the military, according to recent statements from the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Read More »
API urges repeal of current methane and natural gas waste rule
The American Petroleum Institute (API) is encouraging the Senate to repeal the current methane ruling in order to further increase oil and natural gas advancement in the U.S. Read More »
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