Keep up with what’s happening in DC. Below is a selection of articles the Federal Relations team read this week.
CDC Guidance to States: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has requested states begin developing plans to distribute a COVID-19 vaccine as soon as late October. More here.
Facebook Counters Voting Misinformation: Facebook said in a press statement it will remove statements from the President urging North Carolina voters to cast their ballot twice, saying it violates their policies on encouraging voter fraud. Statements made with full context, or to correct misinformation, will remain intact. Full story at Politico.
Unemployment Rate Drops: According to the Department of Labor, the US unemployment rate dropped to 8.4% in August, marking another month of decline. However, unemployment remains significantly higher than before the pandemic. More here.
OMB Examines Federal Race Training: A memo from the White House Office of Management and Budget is requesting federal agencies review race-related training given to employees, calling out “anti-American” and “divisive” content. More at Washington Post.
CR in the Works: Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) and Secretary of the Treasury Steven Mnuchin have reportedly reached an informal deal to pass a continuing resolution, which would prevent a government shutdown at the end of the month. Details, including length, are unknown. As for a 4th COVID supplemental, the two will reportedly not resume negotiations until a topline number is agreed upon. More at Roll Call.