Biden issues an 11th hour executive order aimed at strengthening U.S. cybersecurity
One of President Biden's final moves in office is aimed at shoring up critical infrastructure from cyberattacks.
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Biden plans to step up government oversight of AI with new 'pressure tests'
The White House will require AI companies to test new systems and submit the results to the federal government. The goal is to mitigate some risks as the technology rapidly develops.
Biden wants to boost background checks on gun buyers. But it's hard without Congress
During a visit to Monterey Park, Calif., Biden announced an executive order that aims to increase the number of background checks that take place and support communities impacted by gun violence.
Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders is banning 'Latinx' from state documents
Huckabee Sanders argued in an executive order that the term, used to be inclusive of non-binary people, is "ethnically insensitive" and not commonly used by the Latino community.
Biden issues a new executive order relating to hostages and detained Americans
President Biden has issued an executive order to try to improve efforts to free American hostages and detainees, senior administration officials told reporters.
Biden Moves To Restrict Noncompete Agreements, Saying They're Bad For Workers
In an executive order aimed at promoting competition, President Biden is calling on the Federal Trade Commission to ban or limit noncompete agreements that affect tens of millions of workers.
The White House Is Working On A Plan To Push Back Against Powerful Companies
The White House is working on an executive order that aims to increase competition across a range of industries, such as farming and transportation.
Cooper Executive Order Aims To Help Bridge Employment Gap
Governor Roy Cooper has issued an executive order making it easier for unemployed North Carolinians to find work.
Maryland Governor Orders Early Release Of Inmates To Stem Spread Of Coronavirus
Inmates must test negative for COVID-19 before their release. No one convicted of a sexual offense or crime of violence is eligible. The move is to protect both prisoners and prison employees.
Meat Manufacturer Sues New Mexico After Plant Ordered To Close Due To COVID-19 Cases
Stampede Meat argues the closure violates President Trump's April 28 executive order, which aims to keep meat packing plants open during the pandemic.