Federal news

Here are some recent federal news stories:

Politics

• The House of Representatives has passed a bill to raise the federal minimum wage to $15 an hour, a move that could benefit millions of low-wage workers. (Source: CNN)
• The Senate has confirmed Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson as the first Black woman to serve on the Supreme Court. (Source: NPR)
• President Joe Biden has announced a new executive order aimed at promoting competition in the US economy, which could lead to lower prices and better services for consumers. (Source: The New York Times)

Economy

• The US economy has added 379,000 jobs in February, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, a sign of continued growth despite the ongoing pandemic. (Source: CNBC)
• The Federal Reserve has announced a new program to help small businesses and minority-owned businesses access capital and credit. (Source: Forbes)
• The US trade deficit has widened to a record high, driven by a surge in imports and a decline in exports. (Source: Bloomberg)

Healthcare

• The Biden administration has announced a new plan to increase access to healthcare for low-income Americans, including expanding Medicaid and creating a new public option. (Source: The Hill)
• The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced a new strategy to combat the rise of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, which could lead to more effective treatments for infections. (Source: STAT News)
• The FDA has approved a new COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use, which could help boost vaccination rates in the US. (Source: The Washington Post)

National Security

• The US has imposed new sanctions on Russia in response to its alleged involvement in the SolarWinds hacking incident. (Source: The New York Times)
• The Pentagon has announced a new plan to increase its presence in the Indo-Pacific region, in response to growing tensions with China. (Source: Defense News)
• The FBI has arrested a number of individuals accused of plotting to attack the US Capitol and other government buildings. (Source: CNN)

Environment

• The Biden administration has announced a new plan to address climate change, which includes increasing fuel efficiency standards for vehicles and promoting clean energy. (Source: The New York Times)
• The EPA has proposed new rules to reduce pollution from power plants and other sources, which could help improve air quality and public health. (Source: The Hill)
• The US has rejoined the Paris Climate Agreement, a global effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. (Source: NPR)

These are just a few examples of recent federal news stories. If you're looking for more information on a specific topic, feel free to ask!