government

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“At a time of rampant threats to our democratic system, we must strengthen and defend the integrity of our elections to reaffirm that our government is of, by, and for the people,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

We are tracking Q1 private domestic final sales growth, which excludes the rebound effect from the end of last fall’s government shutdown, at 2.1%.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

If colleges do not submit the data, the government can fine them under the Higher Education Act of 1965, which details requirements for colleges that receive federal financial aid for students, such as Pell Grants.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Her group is considering an application to extend the amnesty date if the government does not do so itself.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

It was only after the president of Bennett College, Dr. Willa B. Player, went public about the students’ arrests and the federal government stepped in that the students were released.

From "Reaching for the Moon" by Katherine Johnson