U.S. Department of State:The Week at State: May 29 - June 4, 2026

 

May 29 - June 4 Seven men played key roles in making the United States. How well do you know them? Take our quiz and find out. Here’s what happened at State this week.   Secretary Rubio testified before Congress.  The United States targeted Iran’s shadow oil economy, digital asset exchanges, and illicit fraud networks.  We placed new sanctions on armed group leaders in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.

American Apparel & Footwear Association,udpate

AAFA EVENTS AT-A-GLANCE AAFA and the GCC Gather in Philadelphia!

Freedom Bells :This July 4th, ring in 250 Years of America

Celebrate 250 Years of America  Join the National bell-tolling celebration at 12 noon local on July 4, 2026

U.S. Department of State:The Week at State: May 22 - May 28, 2026

 

May 22 – May 28 A busy week for Secretary Rubio: strengthening alliances, advancing defense cooperation, deepening economic partnerships, and celebrating his birthday. Here’s what happened at State this week.   Secretary Rubio traveled to Sweden, India, and Armenia to sign

WWI DISPATCH May 2026,update

 

May 2026 Four celebrations of American Music make up the Doughboy Foundation's 2026 Summer Concert Series. (top) June 25: 250 years of American music, highlighting the nation’s rich history through sound; (lower right) July 23: From the Trenches to Broadway! The show-stopping tunes of Irving Berlin, George M. Cohan, and others in a high-energy tribute to the legends of the American stage; (lower middle) August 27: A World United! An international gathering of cultures, one massive American sound; (lower left) September 24: From Ragtime to Swing, America Finds its Rhythm! The rhythms of jazz legends and swing classics, honoring the legacy of James Reese Europe and the Harlem Hellfighters, and showcasing the evolution of jazz and community dance since WWI. Summer Concert Series at the National World War I Memorial kicks off June 25 celebrating 250 Years of American Music The Summer Concert Series at the National World War I Memorial kicks off on June 25, 2026 at 5 p.m. and this year’s opening is extra special. We are proud to present a special concert celebrating 250 years of American music, highlighting our nation’s rich musical history in advance of the semiquincentennial of the United States of America.  RSVP to join us at the Memorial for a free evening of music in a truly historic setting, as we take you and your family through a journey of American music from the Revolutionary War to battle hymns to the Raiders March and modern patriotic favorites.

American Apparel & Footwear Association:update

 

Wednesday, May 27 2:00 PM ET to 3:00 PM ET | Online REGISTER

Webinar: Beyond Compliance: Unlocking Value from Multi-Tier Traceability The regulatory pressure on apparel and footwear brands has never been greater. Requirements like the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA), the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), and the upcoming EU Digital Product Passport (EUDPP) are forcing brands to look deeper into their supply chains more than ever before, and the clock is ticking.   In this session, Infor Nexus and AAFA will break how traceability is a business asset that enables material visibility and verification, surfaces financial risks, and demonstrates the responsible sourcing that consumers and regulators expect.

THE WEEK OF STATE,update

 

May 15 – May 21 On May 22, Secretary Rubio will travel to Sweden and India. Secretary Rubio will travel to Sweden and India. In Sweden, he will attend the NATO meeting of foreign ministers. In India, the Secretary will discuss energy security, trade, and defense cooperation. Here’s what happened at State this week.  President Trump secured historic deals with China. Secretary Rubio addressed the Cuban people on Cuba’s Independence Day.  The U.S. is responding to the Ebola outbreak in the DRC and Uganda.

BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM,U.S.A's news,update

Kevin Warsh takes oath of office as chairman and a member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, and the Federal Open Market Committee unanimously selects Warsh as its chairman https://www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/pressreleases/other20260522a.htm Released by the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System

U.S. Department of State:The Week at State: May 8 - May 14, 2026

 

May 8 – May 14 The Department of State is taking steps to combat illicit fentanyl traffickers, actions to counter those who harm Americans.  Here’s what happened at State this week.  President Trump met with President Xi in Beijing to address trade and global security.  Secretary Rubio joined Sean Hannity of Fox News to discuss foreign policy and national security. The United States took bold action to reject globalist migration frameworks.

American Apparel & Footwear Association,update

 

July 8–9 | Denver, CO As expectations around traceability, climate risk, and product-level requirements continue to grow, companies are under increasing pressure to understand what exists across their supply chains, and what holds up in practice. Join AAFA's Traceability & Sustainability Conference, July 8–9 in Denver, for two days of focused discussion connecting policy, implementation, and operational reality.

American Apparel & Footwear Association,update

 

Wednesday, June 17 2:00 PM ET to 3:00 PM ET | Online Register Webinar: How Reliable Risk Intelligence Drives Forced Labor Detection Join Kharon and AAFA for a technical deep dive into the evolving landscape of forced labor compliance. This session moves beyond high-level theory to examine the data-driven strategies necessary for identifying supply chain exposure to forced labor risk in complex and opaque jurisdictions.

U.S. Commercial Service:Webinar: Unlock Fast-Track Access to Defense Funding Through DIBC

 

Unlock Fast-Track Access to Defense Funding May 12th | 11am ET | Virtual | $25 Register Here The global defense landscape is evolving rapidly and so is the way innovative solutions are funded and delivered. Join our upcoming webinar to discover how the Defense Industrial Base Consortium (DIBC) is transforming access to U.S. defense opportunities. This session will show companies how to connect directly with mission-critical needs, compete for live funding opportunities and scale within the global defense market.

U.S. Department of State :The Week at State: May 1 - May 7, 2026

 

May 1 – May 7 Secretary Rubio has announced new sanctions targeting material support for Cuba’s government this week. Here’s what happened at State this week.  Secretary Rubio held a press conference at the White House. The Secretary travelled to Italy and the Vatican May 6-8. We announced preparations for disaster relief during the 2026 hurricane season, affirming U.S. leadership in the Western Hemisphere.

American Apparel & Footwear Association,update

SUBSCRIBE | ABOUT | EVENTS | ADVERTISE | JOIN May 5, 2026   May marks World Trade Month! We're kicking it off this week with a Trade and Customs Committee Meeting in Washington, D.C. today and meetings on Capitol Hill tomorrow. All that and more covered in today's brief!

U.S. National Science Foundation,update

 

NSF at the AI+ Expo Thursday, May 7, 2026, 8:00 a.m. – Saturday, May 9, 2026, 4:00 p.m. The U.S. National Science Foundation is advancing artificial intelligence through investments in foundational research, infrastructure and talent that drive the next generation of AI breakthroughs. NSF invests approximately $700 million annually in AI research, education and infrastructure across all 50 states. NSF invites the research community and public to visit booths #1124 and #749 in the AI+ Expo Exhibit Hall to explore how AI innovations are created, scaled and brought to market. NSF's exhibits will showcase the full AI innovation pipeline — from discovery to deployment to workforce development.   Continue reading on NSF.gov   Additional Resources WHO IS NSF? For more than 70 years the U.S National Science Foundation has funded basic research that has transformed our lives. For a glimpse into who we are and what we do, please visit this page. WEBSITE For special resources, galleries and a closer look at our various research areas, please visit our website. FACT SHEETS Concise, factual summaries describing NSF at a Glance, By the Numbers, or other science topics, please visit this page.        Contact NSF This email was sent to politikimx@gmail.com using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: National Science Foundation · 401 Dulany Street, Alexandria, VA 22314.