Monday - July 27, 2026

Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Georgia

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CEB approves fourteen loans totalling EUR1.2 billion
PARIS, France, June 19 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Council of Europe Development Bank posted the following news: * * * CEB approves fourteen loans totalling EUR1.2 billion The Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB) has approved 14 new loans totalling EUR1.2 billion for social investment across Europe. The financing targets key sectors including housing, education, healthcare and social inclusion, with significant support to Target Group Countries. Two additional loans for Ukraine   more
Clemson University Foundation welcomes two new members to Board of Directors
CLEMSON, South Carolina, June 19 -- Clemson University posted the following news: * * * Clemson University Foundation welcomes two new members to Board of Directors * The Clemson University Foundation (CUF) has appointed two accomplished alumni and business leaders to its Board of Directors. Chalmers Carr III of Ridge Spring, South Carolina, and Eric J. Miller of Orlando, Florida, bring extensive experience in agriculture, entrepreneurship and philanthropy, along with longstanding records of  more
Delta celebrates 20 years of connecting Ecuador to the world with Quito-Atlanta service
ATLANTA, Georgia, June 19 [Category: BizTravel] -- Delta Air Lines posted the following news: * * * Delta celebrates 20 years of connecting Ecuador to the world with Quito-Atlanta service * Delta Air Lines is celebrating 20 years of service between Quito and Atlanta, a key route that has connected Ecuador to Delta's global network since 2006-supporting tourism, trade, and cultural exchange between Ecuador and the United States. Over the past two decades, the Quito-Atlanta route has evolved  more
Fairmont State University's Dr. Brian Selmeski Selected for National Executive Leadership Academy
FAIRMONT, West Virginia, June 19 -- Fairmont State University posted the following news: * * * Fairmont State University's Dr. Brian Selmeski Selected for National Executive Leadership Academy * "At a time of significant change across the higher education landscape, programs like ELA play a critical role in supporting and preparing the next generation of institutional leaders," said Charles L. Welch, American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) president and CEO. "Through   more
Leader of drug trafficking organization linked to Mexican cartels sentenced in Homeland Security Task Force case
HOUSTON, Texas, June 18 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Texas posted the following news release: * * * Leader of drug trafficking organization linked to Mexican cartels sentenced in Homeland Security Task Force case * CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas - A 28-year-old Mexican national who illegally resided in Cleveland has been ordered to federal prison for his role in a conspiracy involving large quantities of cocaine, announced Acting U.S. Attorney John G.E. Marck. Elm  more
LEAGUE OF CREDIT UNIONS & AFFILIATES NAMES JOHN BRATSAKIS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
TALLAHASSEE, Fla., June 20 -- League of Southeastern Credit Unions and Affiliates issued the following news on June 18, 2026: * * * THE LEAGUE OF CREDIT UNIONS & AFFILIATES NAMES JOHN BRATSAKIS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Veteran credit union leader and industry advocate to guide organization's next chapter of growth and impact - The League of Credit Unions & Affiliates today announces its Board of Directors has appointed John Bratsakis as Chief Executive Officer, following a comprehensive nati  more
Mercer selected as inaugural student co-design team by Campus Compact
ATLANTA, Georgia, June 19 -- Mercer University posted the following news: * * * Mercer selected as inaugural student co-design team by Campus Compact * MACON, Ga. - Mercer University has been selected as one of eight institutions to participate in Campus Compact's new Student Co-Design Teams program. This initiative, which will run until May 2027, aims to incubate new models of student voice and shared leadership within campuses, community engagement centers, and local campus-community partn  more
NetChoice Disappointed in Sixth Circuit Decision in NetChoice vs. Yost
WASHINGTON, June 18 [Category: Business] -- NetChoice, a coalition of trade associations that says it makes the internet safe for free enterprise and expression, posted the following news release: * * * NetChoice Disappointed in Sixth Circuit Decision in NetChoice v. Yost CINCINNATI, Ohio-Today, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit issued a divided opinion vacating the preliminary injunction in NetChoice v. Yost. This decision threatens the online privacy and constitutional rights   more
OMB Issues Statement of Administration Policy on Sen. Warnock Resolution to Pull U.S. Troops From Iran Hostilities
WASHINGTON, June 20 -- The White House Office of Management and Budget issued the following statement of administration policy on a joint resolution (S.J. Res. 172) directing the removal of U.S. Armed forces from hostilities in Iran. The resolution was introduced by Sen. Raphael Warnock, D-Georgia. * * * The Administration strongly opposes passage of S.J. Res. 172, a resolution that would direct the removal of U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran th  more
Pressley Commends Senate Partners for Introducing Bill to Designate Haiti for Temporary Protected Status Following House Passage
WASHINGTON, June 19 -- Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news: * * * Pressley Commends Senate Partners for Introducing Bill to Designate Haiti for Temporary Protected Status Following House Passage Senate Bill Follows Successful House Passage of Pressley's Discharge Petition to Extend TPS for Haitians -  Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07) commended Senators Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) and Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.), along with Senate Democratic Leader Chuck S  more
Sen. Coons Delivers Closing Remarks at Center for American Progress Event on Religious Liberty
WASHINGTON, June 19 -- Sen. Christopher Coons, D-Delaware, issued the following closing remarks on June 18, 2026, at the Center for American Progress to mark the launch of "Religious Liberty For All: Celebrating This Founding Freedom at America 250": * * * REMARKS: Senator Coons delivers closing remarks at Center for American Progress event on religious liberty U.S. Senator Chris Coons (D-Del.) delivered the closing remarks Tuesday at the Center for American Progress for the launch of "Religi  more
Sen. Ossoff Statement on ICE Detention Facility in Social Circle
WASHINGTON, June 19 -- Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Ossoff Statement on ICE Detention Facility in Social Circle * Social Circle, Ga. -U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff released the following statement after the City of Social Circle announced This is an external link the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is no longer pursuing an ICE detention center in the city. "From the beginning, the Social Circle community united against this proposal, which riske  more
Weather Channel Ranked #6 in Morning Consult's Most Trusted Brands 2026 Report
BROOKHAVEN, Georgia, June 15 (TNSrep) -- The Weather Company, an IBM business unit, issued the following news: * * * The Weather Channel ranked #6 in Morning Consult's Most Trusted Brands 2026 report In an era where consumers increasingly prioritize reliability and consistency, The Weather Channel brand has once again been recognized as one of the most trusted names in America. According to Morning Consult's newly released Most Trusted Brands 2026 report, The Weather Channel has climbed to   more