Presidential Proclamation on World Freedom Day, 2019

Washington, DC - Thirty years ago, the people of East and West Berlin came together to tear down a symbol of totalitarianism.  For more than 10,000 days, the Berlin Wall stood as a troubling reminder of a deeply divided world, an evil obstacle to freedom and individual liberty.  When the wall finally came down, it marked a triumphant defeat of communism, a monumental victory for democratic principles, and a righteous end to the nearly five‑decades-long Cold War.

FTC Acts to Shut Down Companies Operating Real Estate Seminar Scheme

Salt Lake City, Utah - The Federal Trade Commission and the Utah Division of Consumer Protection sued Nudge, LLC and affiliated companies, alleging that they make empty promises about earning money by “flipping” houses, to convince consumers to buy real estate training packages that cost thousands of dollars.

Women veterans’ services, experiences need to be honored

West Lafayette, Indiana - The number of women members and veterans of the U.S. armed forces continues to grow, and one Purdue University social scientist wants people to be aware that their successes and struggles don't take place just on the battlefield.

AT&T to Pay $60 Million to Resolve FTC Allegations It Misled Consumers with ‘Unlimited Data’ Promises

Washington, DC - AT&T Mobility, LLC, will pay $60 million to settle litigation with the Federal Trade Commission over allegations that the wireless provider misled millions of its smartphone customers by charging them for “unlimited” data plans while reducing their data speeds.

National POW/MIA Flag Act

Washington, DC - On Thursday, November 7, 2019, the President signed into law: