Documents tagged "Congress"
Found 54 documents with this tag
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_026936.txt
In the email, Richard Kahn informs Jeffrey Epstein that Michael Cohen has postponed his testimony to Congress due to threats by President Trump. The link in the email provides more information about the situation and includes a source from the New York Post. The email's subject line indicates the importance of this topic.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_026648.txt
The document discusses Saudi Arabia's efforts to amend the JASTA law in order to prevent lawsuits by 9/11 victims who claim that the Gulf state had a role in financing and supporting the attacks. The country's foreign minister, Adel al-Jubeir, is leading these negotiations with US lawmakers after an extended trip to the United States. The JASTA law, which was passed by Congress and overrides President Obama's veto, allows attack survivors and relatives of victims to file lawsuits against foreign countries for acts of terrorism that kill Americans on US soil. The legislation has drawn concern from many countries due to its potential impact on sovereign immunity.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_026634.txt
The document discusses Apollo's management meeting with an optimistic outlook for growth opportunities and recurring fee prospects. The post-election outlook is likely favorable for GDP growth and rising rates, but it could also create volatility and uncertainty on multiples. Potential tax changes could have mixed impacts on APO and the industry, including higher carried interest tax rates, incentives for firms to shift from a partnership structure to a c-corp structure, and potential index inclusion.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_026248.txt
The document discusses a memorandum containing classified information provided to the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence in relation to its oversight activities. The committee has voted to disclose this memorandum publicly and has forwarded it to the President, arguing that releasing it would serve the public interest. The White House expresses concern about the potential negative impact of unilateral release of classified information by the Legislative Branch, which raises significant separation of powers concerns.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_025849.txt
The Office of Government Information Services has released its fourth annual report for FY 2013 detailing their activities and accomplishments in resolving Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) disputes between requesters and federal agencies. The demand for their services is high, with the number of incoming cases jumping 40% from the previous year to over 500 cases, while closing nearly 500 cases - also a 40% increase from the prior year. They assisted thousands of FOIA requesters and worked with agencies to promote compliance with FOIA. While they have carried out Congress's mandate in several ways, they would like to implement a more robust review program as demand for their services increases.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_025041.txt
This document is an email from Jeffrey Epstein to Larry Summers with a forwarded article from The Washington Post discussing the second-term agenda of President Obama during his State of the Union address. The article focuses on two key domestic concerns: slow economic growth and the long-term threat to prosperity posed by the structural mismatch between federal government's projected revenue and spending commitments.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_023666.txt
Robert Lawrence Kuhn is a public intellectual, international corporate strategist, investment banker, and expert on China. He has worked with China's state leaders for over 30 years and provides commentary on media outlets such as CNN, CGTN, CNBC, and Fox Business. Dr. Kuhn authored How China’s Leaders Think (featuring President Xi) and The Man Who Changed China: The Life and Legacy of Jiang Zemin (China's best-selling book of 2005). He is also the co-creator and co-producer of the award-winning, five-part series China’s Challenges with Shanghai Media Group.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_022361.txt
The Fiscal Year 2014 budget issued by President Obama includes provisions that would limit certain tax benefits for individuals with income taxed at higher rates, including all itemized deductions and contributions to retirement plans. The Treasury Department's "Green Book" provides further details on the proposed tax changes. Critics argue that the proposal would increase taxes on those earning under $200,000 or married couples filing jointly with income under $250,000, who President Obama has previously pledged to insulate from higher taxes.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_022325.txt
The document discusses budget and tax reform in the United States, with particular emphasis on the work of House Budget Committee Chairman Paul Ryan, Senate Budget Committee Chairman Patty Murray, and other lawmakers. It also mentions Sen. Max Baucus's recent discussion drafts of legislation dealing with corporate and international tax and energy incentives, as well as Rep. Dave Camp's focus on introducing tax reform legislation rather than an "extenders" bill. The term "extenders" generally refers to temporary provisions in the tax law that Congress regularly renews for a limited period.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_019444.txt
The document discusses a Canadian superlab called Biotron that studies the impact of climate change on living organisms. The lab contains miniature chunks of the natural world and is designed by Norman Winer, a biochemist and plant biologist. In addition to its scientific focus, the document mentions an "intercultural garden" in Germany run entirely by women from different countries.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_019440.txt
The document discusses a government shutdown in October 2013 that led to legislation being passed and signed into law by President Obama. This legislation included the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2014, which allocated $1.012 trillion to fund the government through September 30, 2014. The document also mentions that the IRS was allocated $11.289 billion in funding under this act, but it is less than last year's level and continues a downward trend. Additionally, the document notes that the IRS will have new quarterly reporting requirements and must abide by certain directives.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_017523.txt
The document is a forward of an email discussing the Globalization Summit program and attendee list. The sender, Barbro C Ehnbom, mentions that she invited Bill Clinton to the event but he is unavailable. She also talks about arranging a fundraiser for Congress Woman Diana deGette in New York City at the end of September and asks if Jeffrey would be interested in participating. Additionally, Barbro discusses Greta Tufvesson's research service and mentions that her friend Jeff Kriendler in Miami recently saw Goldsamt, someone she knows who won first prize for perseverance. The email also mentions Sofia and the prince being featured on magazines and Marcus having two big concerts in Stockholm.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_016787.txt
The document discusses the 2020 Democratic debates and major Supreme Court rulings as well as G20 talks, Apple design chief stepping down, and Congress passing a migrant aid bill. It highlights the key people, places, and topics from these events, providing insights into the biggest news stories of the past week.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_014622.txt
The document is a summary of top US ideas for Q1, focusing on strategy and equity. The backdrop for risk assets has changed due to global interest rates reaching 5,000-year lows and the historical US Presidential election and Republican sweep of Congress in November 2016. OPEC reached a historic deal to reduce crude production by 1.2mn b/d with non-OPEC producers delivering an additional 600k b/d of cuts that same month, leading to risk assets responding positively. The current strategy stands in stark contrast to last year's focus on defensive growth ideas and is more heavily geared toward companies benefiting from increased fiscal stimulus, a pro-business agenda, and tax-policy reform. There are eight Buys and two Underperforms across six sectors listed, with updates planned at the beginning of each quarter unless coverage is dropped or recommendations change.