Congressman Dale E. Kildee (D-MI 5th) News Monitoring

Former Saginaw Township State Rep. to Challenge Kildee for US House Seat

In this Thursday, Feb. 16, 2017 photo, state Rep. Tim Kelly, a Saginaw Township Republican, speaks at a House GOP news conference in the Capitol in Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/David Eggert) Former Republican State Representative Tim Kelly of Saginaw …

Why Trump is ringing in Christmas in Michigan

ANALYSIS/OPINION: TOPINABEE, Michigan — President Donald Trump returns to Michigan Wednesday for what is being billed as a “Merry Christmas Rally.” However, the rally in Battle Creek, a smallish city about halfway between Detroit and Chicago that is …

Cherokee Nation picks first rep to Congress

Kimberly Teehee, executive director of government relations for the Cherokee Nation, was approved by the Council of the Cherokee Nation as a delegate to the US House of Representatives on Thursday, fulfilling a promise made to the tribe in a nearly 200- …

The Cherokee Nation wants a representative in Congress

Related stories TAHLEQUAH, Okla. - The Cherokee Nation announced Thursday that it intends to appoint a delegate to the US House of Representatives, asserting for the first time a right promised to the tribe in a nearly 200-year-old treaty with the federal …

Michigan voters blame Trump for shutdown

Rep. Elissa Slotkin, D-Holly, stands with freshman colleagues on Capitol Hill to discuss the Shutdown to End All Shutdowns Act on Jan. 29, 2019. (Photo: Melissa Nann Burke) Washington — Michigan U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin is pressing a new bill to end future …

House Democrats ponder throwing in the towel on Trump oversight, letting voters bail out the nation

Daily Beast reporter Sam Brodey says a question posed to Rep. Tom Malinowski, a New Jersey Democrat, about Trump administration efforts to paper over Russian interference in the election lead to a "disbelieving chuckle. Which then morphed into a full- …

Lessenberry: Political families in Michigan hold power for decades

Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Mich., questions Environmental Protection Agency administrator Scott Pruitt as he testifies on the EPA's budget during a hearing of the House Energy and Commerce subcommittee on April 26, 2018 in Washington. Alex Brandon / …

Morning Digest: Connecticut Democrat Elizabeth Esty retires over her faulty handling of abusive aide

1Q Fundraising It's that time again! The deadline for House and Senate candidates to file their quarterly fundraising reports (covering the period from Jan. 1 through March. 31 of this year) is April 15, but it's common for campaigns to leak their …

Walker endorses in Michigan governor race

Washington — Michigan’s influence in Congress will be further eroded with the loss of longtime Democratic lawmakers, though junior members of the state’s delegation are working to gain clout. Royal Oak Rep. Sander Levin, 86, said Saturday he won’t run for …

Michigan lawmakers fight loss of clout in Congress

Washington — Michigan’s influence in Congress will be further eroded with the loss of longtime Democratic lawmakers, though junior members of the state’s delegation are working to gain clout. Royal Oak Rep. Sander Levin, 86, said Saturday he won’t run for …

George Weeks: Michigan long-timers Dingell and Conyers

After nearly 60 years concluding in 2015 as the longest-serving member of Congress in history, Rep. John Dingell, D-Dearborn, had a highly positive reputation on energy, commerce and so many other issues. He was a widely praised credit to Michigan. Now in …

Lessenberry: Why Michigan Democrats are worried

Every historical and national trend indicates that 2018 should be a huge year for Michigan Democrats. But there are indications party leaders are worried. Nobody wants to say anything on the record. But there are concerns their candidate for governor may …

No additional custody for Flint man in threats case

A Flint man accused of making threats against members of Congress won't have to serve any additional time behind bars. Randall Dellinger was sentenced Tuesday to time already served, more than a year after pleading guilty to making a threatening call …

Statement by President Obama on Congressman Dale Kildee's Retirement

For more than 30 years, Dale Kildee has never forgotten the people he represents or what drives his work in the United States Congress.  As a teacher, state legislator and Congressman, Dale made fighting for the families he represents his top priority and …

U.S. Fed's Jerome Powell urges Congress to tackle growing budget deficit

U.S. Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell on Thursday urged Congress to tackle the growing budget deficit but also underscored the current health of the nation's economy. Powell's testimony before the House budget committee came a day after he …

Powell urges Congress to tackle growing budget deficit

Christopher Rugaber, Ap Economics Writer Updated 12:05 pm CST, Thursday, November 14, 2019 Federal Reserve Board Chair Jerome Powell testifies to the House Budget Committee, Thursday, Nov. 14, 2019, on Capitol Hill in Washington. Federal Reserve Board …

Cherokee Nation names first ever delegate to Congress

The Cherokee Nation has named an official representative to Congress for the first time. Kimberly Teehee, executive director of government relations for the Cherokee Nation, was approved by the Council of the Cherokee Nation as a delegate to the US House …

Cherokee Nation prepares vote on its first congressional delegate

The Council of the Cherokee Nation is expected to endorse its first ever delegate to Congress when the tribal nation’s governing body meets on Thursday. The tribe’s newly elected principal chief, Chuck Hoskin Jr., has named Kim Teehee as the potential …

EXCLUSIVE: New Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Hoskin on KWON

  He has been in office for less than a month and already Cherokee Nation's Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr is hitting the ground running.   Chief Hoskin stopped by the KWON studios Monday to speak with us about some things that are coming out of …

COMMON SENSE REQURED PODCAST RETURNS TO IRMIX RADIO

Two Black Girls Trying to Make Sense Out of Nonsense OAKLAND, CA, UNITED STATES, March 1, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today IRMIX RADIO announced the return of Common Sense Required Radio Podcast, available to listeners everywhere on irmixradio. …

Where Have All The Children Gone? Part II: Tracking Truants and Absentees in Georgia Schools

Georgia Public Policy Foundation Investigative Journalism Initiative Examines How State Tracks Absenteeism Amid Pandemic ATLANTA, GEORGIA, UNITED STATES, March 1, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Absenteeism has long been a concern of educators and …

Auto-ISAC to Provide Members Access to Risk Management Platform by Partnering with SecurityScorecard

Advancing Cybersecurity of the Connected Vehicle across the Industry WASHINGTON, DC, USA, March 1, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Automotive Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Auto-ISAC) is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with …

THE DAILY LEADER: MONDAY, MARCH 1, 2021

USA Merchants Targeting YoReSpot

BAYARD, IOWA, UNITED STATES, February 27, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- There’s a new social media that is making waves with people from all over and with all backgrounds. The site is called YoReSpot. Created and funded by Brandon Irlbeck of …

New Book Investigates Over 1,200 U.S. School Shootings

WELLINGTON, FLORIDA, U.S.A., February 27, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- -- February 14th, 2021 marked the third anniversary of the Parkland, Florida mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. Florida librarian and MSD alumnus, Luis …

Dr. Marcus A. Hunter and Congresswoman Barbara Lee calls for Commission on Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation

The Commission will provide healing to the ongoing impact that institutional racism and discrimination perpetuates against people of color in the United States. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 27, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Truth was …

Talk Show Host “ANNE ELIZABETH SMART CONSERVATIVE" Takes CPAC by Storm on her Conservative Commandos Radio Network Show

Conservative Tv and Radio host Anne Elizabeth becomes media darling of CPAC ORLANDO, FL, USA, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Anne Elizabeth, Conservative TV Talk Show host of her ANNE ELIZABETH SMART CONSERVATIVE which currently …

Allan W. Fung Joins Pannone Lopes Devereaux & O’Gara LLC as Partner

JOHNSTON, RHODE ISLAND, USA, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pannone Lopes Devereaux & O’Gara LLC (PLDO) announced today that Allan W. Fung, former Mayor of the City of Cranston, has joined the firm as a Partner. “Allan has served …

THE WEEKLY LEADER: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2021

MONDAY, MARCH 1, 2021 AND THE BALANCE OF THE WEEK On Monday, the House will meet at 12:00 p.m. for Morning Hour debate and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business, with votes postponed until 6:30 p.m. On Tuesday and Wednesday, the House will meet at 9:00 a.m. …

Hoyer Statement in Support of the American Rescue Plan

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement tonight during House consideration of the American Rescue Plan: “When the pandemic began this time last year, Congress took immediate action to enact four …

New Survey Reveals 46% of Bronx Residents will Take the Vaccine

The Thinkubator and The Bronx Community Foundation conducted a survey of NYC residents on the Covid-19 Vaccine. 46% of Bronxites will take the Vaccine. BRONX, NY, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bronx, New York: The Think …

Hoyer Remarks at Press Conference Ahead of the House Vote on the American Rescue Plan

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) spoke this evening at a press conference with House Democrats to discuss the importance of passing the American Rescue Plan. Below is a transcript of his remarks: “Thank you very much Mr. Chairman …

Hoyer Statement on Release of Intelligence Report on Killing of Jamal Khashoggi

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement this evening on the release of the intelligence report on the killing of Jamal Khashoggi: “The murder of Jamal Khashoggi was a reprehensible act, targeting a U.S. …

Zero Cost Reparations Plan Proposed by Black Libertarian, Larry Sharpe has Mass Appeal

Cash reparations can be harmful. This 4-point plan for Black ownership can amend past injustices according to 2018 candidate for NY Governor, Larry Sharpe. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Reparations for …

A TRUTH, RACIAL HEALING AND TRANSFORMATION COMMISSION CAN BRING UNITY, EQUITY AND RACIAL HEALING TO OUR NATION

Dr. Gail C. Christopher Supports Rep. Lee, Sen. Booker resolution calling for TRHT Commission WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 26, 2021 Contact: Michael K. Frisby mike@ …

Markkula Center for Applied Ethics Introduces Immigration Ethics Program

Jonathan Kwan, Inclusive Excellence Postdoctoral Fellow in Immigration Ethics, to Lead New Focus Area SANTA CLARA, CA, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Santa Clara University’s Markkula Center for Applied Ethics announced …

Hoyer Statement on the Protecting America's Wilderness and Public Lands Act

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today after House passage of the Protecting America's Wilderness and Public Lands Act: "Today, the House passed the Protecting America's Wilderness and …

Social Networking Site Gives Back (YoReSpot)

YoReSpot the only unifying social networking site. BAYARD, IA, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Growing up in a politically leaning household will certainly mold how you see the world and develop your social and political …

Governments and Corporations are Responsible for the Death of Small Business

No More Excuses: Small Business Needs Support, Not Lockdowns and Unfair Restrictions TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, February 26, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- How many small businesses throughout Canada have struggled and closed while many large …