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The Secretary of State is a senior member of the executive branch of the government of the United States, responsible for the country’s foreign policy and international relations. The Secretary of State is appointed by the President of the United States and confirmed by the Senate. The Secretary of State is responsible for representing the United States in negotiations with other countries, conducting diplomatic missions, and advising the President on foreign policy matters. The Secretary of State is also responsible for managing the operations of the Department of State, which includes overseeing the work of U.S. embassies and consulates around the world, managing foreign assistance programs, and ensuring the safety and security of U.S. citizens abroad. The current Secretary of State (as of my knowledge cutoff date of September 2021) is Antony Blinken, who was appointed by President Joe Biden.
A young Colombian woman was told being an au pair was a “wonderful opportunity” in the United States — she could take classes and improve her English skills while working as a live-in nanny for an American family. However, after being matched with a family in Prince George’s County, the couple forced her to work…
PINE BELT, Miss. (WDAM) -As the Hub City continues to grow, so do its tourism numbers. It also means more safety measures for local businesses. With 90% of visitors staying overnight in Hattiesburg, Miss. Secretary of State Michael Watson said these front-line workers in hotels and restaurants are the first face many people may see…
In the spring of 2021, Linda Brandmiller was working at a San Antonio arena converted into an emergency shelter for migrant children. Thousands of boys slept on cots as the Biden administration grappled with record numbers of minors entering the United States without their parents. Ms. Brandmiller’s job was to help control sponsorships and she…
Muscat – H E Sheikh Khalifa bin Ali al Harthy, Undersecretary for Diplomatic Affairs in Foreign Ministry, met Uzra Zeya, US Undersecretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy and Human Rights, at the Foreign Ministry on Wednesday. During the meeting, they discussed aspects of bilateral cooperation between the two countries and ways to enhance these….
Every year, some 24.9 million people worldwide fall victim to human trafficking, according to the U.S. Department of State. “In the United States, traffickers compel victims to engage in commercial sex and to work in both legal and illicit industries and sectors,” according to Mississippi Businesses Against Trafficking, an initiative established by Mississippi Secretary of…
Every year, some 24.9 million people worldwide fall victim to human trafficking, according to the U.S. Department of State. “In the United States, traffickers compel victims to engage in commercial sex and to work in both legal and illicit industries and sectors,” according to Mississippi Businesses Against Trafficking, an initiative established by Mississippi Secretary of…
Iowa Anti-Human Trafficking Legislation Update The NAHT Legislative Advocacy Committee lead by Maggie Tinsman and facilitated by Advocacy Strategies has been working hard to get the 2023 legislature to address priority anti-trafficking legislation. Click here to see the 2023 legislative priorities. Before the first funnel there were eight trafficking bills introduced by various legislators. In…
Since the 1960s, the criminal Cuban regime has deployed hundreds of thousands of Cuban doctors across the globe. These international “missions” are really a modern-day human trafficking scheme. Yet, this year, Mexico, Brazil, and Colombia have indicated they will restart programs that employ them. U.S. Senators Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Bob Menendez (D-NJ) sent a…
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced new efforts to combat child labor violations and labor trafficking in New York State. In light of a significant 68 percent spike in reports of child labor violations in 2022 in New York State, Governor Hochul and the New York State Department of Labor are strengthening their commitment to ensuring…
Click a link below to jump to a particular article or scroll down to read the whole blog post. Please Advocate for SF 340: The Iowa Safe Harbor Bill The NAHT Legislative Committee led by Maggie Tinsman is asking you to please advocate for this Safe Harbor Bill, which has been introduced into the Iowa…
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