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If You're Looking For A Link To the Mueller Report, Look No Further
Editor's Note:
We're not downloading the entire Mueller report, but here is the Justice Department URL to read the report at:
Report On the Investigation Into Russian Interference In The 2016 Election, Vol I and II; Special Counsel Robert S. Mueller, III
https://www.justice.gov/storage/report.pdf?_ga=2.80421777.744576135.1555603755-461170982.1555603755
Mueller received the following military awards and decorations:
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23rd Annual Library of Congress National Book Festival, Saturday August 12; Get to Know the Authors and Their Books
Great Reads from Great Places: A great way to interact and stay connected to the Library and the Festival is to download the Great Reads from Great Places brochure. The brochure contains a reading list of books and authors for each state across the nation and a map that allows you to mark and keep track of your reading. Local libraries and other organizations will be hosting livestream watch parties and live events across the country. Locate an event near you by visiting the Festival Near You page. Contact the organizations directly or visit their sites for more information. more »
Biden-Harris Administration Launches New Efforts to Strengthen America’s K-12 Schools’ Cybersecurity
In the 2022-23 academic year alone, at least eight K-12 school districts throughout the country were impacted by significant cyberattacks – four of which left schools having to cancel classes or close completely. Sensitive personal information – including, student grades, medical records, documented home issues, behavioral information, and financial information – of students and employees were stolen and publicly disclosed. Additionally, sensitive information about school security systems was leaked online as a result of these attacks. Biden-Harris Administration is announcing new actions and private commitments to bolster the nation’s cyber defense at schools and protect hard-working American families. more »
Brief Remarks on the Economy and Monetary Policy Governor Michelle W. Bowman At the 2023 CEO and Senior Management Summit and Annual Meeting, sponsored by the Kansas Bankers Association, Colorado Springs, Colorado
"... the economy and the labor market have remained strong as the FOMC has tightened monetary policy. Real gross domestic product grew slightly more than 2 percent at an annual rate in the first half of the year, well above many forecasters' expectations. Consumer spending has been robust, and the housing sector appears to be rebounding with accelerating growth in house prices and a pickup in new housing starts. The most recent employment report showed a strong labor market with low unemployment and solid job gains. The pace of job gains has slowed, which is a sign that labor market demand and supply are coming into better balance. But the demand for workers continues to exceed the supply of available job seekers, adding upward pressure on prices." more »
Special Counsel Jack Smith Files Two Federal Indictments Accusing Mr. Trump of Three Conspiracies
"THE MEN AND WOMEN OF LAW ENFORCEMENT WHO DEFENDED THE U.S. CAPITOL ON JANUARY 6 ARE HEROES. THEY ARE PATRIOTS AND THEY ARE THE VERY BEST OF US. THEY DID NOT JUST DEFEND A BUILDING WITH PEOPLE SHELTERING IN IT, THEY PUT THEIR LIVES ON THE LINE TO DEFEND WHO WE ARE AS A COUNTRY AND AS A PEOPLE. THEY DEFENDED THE VERY INSTITUTIONS AND PRINCIPLES THAT DEFINE THE UNITED STATES. SINCE THE ATTACK ON OUR CAPITOL, THE DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE HAS REMAINED COMMITTED TO ENSURING ACCOUNTABILITY FOR THOSE CRIMINALLY RESPONSIBLE FOR WHAT HAPPENED THAT DAY" more »
