M6 Global Defense Appoints Former CIA Senior Intelligence Executive Chris Newman as Senior Advisor

Chris Newman Joins M6 Global Defense.

M6 Global Defense

M6 appoints former CIA executive Chris Newman as Senior Advisor, strengthening intelligence-driven executive protection and high-risk security strategy.

Chris' experience operating at the intersection of intelligence, special operations, and executive leadership further reinforces our commitment to delivering presidential-level protective standards. ”

— Michael Matranga, Founder & CEO, M6 Global Defense

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Newman brings more than 25 years of Federal Government service, beginning his career as an enlisted U.S. Navy SEAL before transitioning to the Central Intelligence Agency as a

Bloomberg Ranks HBS Among Washington’s Top Lobbying Firms

None of this happens without the people doing the work. The results reflect a team that shows up every day for clients — and clients who trust us to deliver. We're proud of both.”

— HBS CEO Andy Blunt

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Bloomberg Government has ranked HBS #51 out of 360 firms in its 2025 Top Lobbying Firms report, placing the firm in the top 15% nationwide. HBS posted nearly 28% revenue growth year over year, outpacing many of the firm’s competitors.

The report, which tracks federal lobbying

North Capital Meridian Diplomacy Forum to Convene North American Leaders on April 15, 2026

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The North Capital Meridian Diplomacy Forum, the second annual collaboration between the U.S. Mexico Foundation and Meridian International Center, and in partnership with the Business Council of Canada, will take place on April 15, 2026, bringing together influential leaders from across North America to discuss the future of the trilateral relationship.

2026 marks a pivotal year for North America

Small Multifamily Owners Association Endorses Kenyan McDuffie for Mayor, Representing Over 14,000 Housing Providers

Kenyan McDuffie

Affordability is being lost in D.C., housing providers say, as SMOA backs McDuffie and calls for a reset in housing policy.

You do not create affordability by demonizing housing providers. You protect it by working with the people who actually provide housing every day.”

— Dean Hunter, CEO, SMOA

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Today, the Small Multifamily Owners Association (SMOA), representing more than 14,000 housing providers across the District and a broader network of engaged residents on housing issues, announced its endorsement of At-Large Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie for Mayor of the District of Columbia.

SMOA represents a broad cross-section of the city’s housing ecosystem, from individual

Global Immigration Partners Explains Who Qualifies for an L-1 Visa in Latest Expert Guide

Global Immigration Partners

Global Immigration Partners has released a new expert guide explaining who qualifies for an L-1 visa, offering clear, practical insights

The L-1 visa is one of the most effective tools for businesses looking to grow in the U.S., but applications must be carefully prepared to meet strict eligibility requirements.”

— Alexander Jovy

WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Global Immigration Partners Explains Who Qualifies for an L-1 Visa in Latest Expert Guide

Helping businesses and professionals navigate intracompany transfers to the United States

Global Immigration Partners has released a

New Report Highlights Challenges and Opportunities Shaping Higher Ed Governance

New Report Highlights Challenges and Opportunities Shaping Higher Ed Governance

The challenges facing colleges and universities today are complex, interconnected, and evolving quickly. Standing up for higher education is the job of every trustee. ”

— Ross A. Mugler, AGB president and CEO

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A new report from the Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB) highlights the critical challenges and leadership priorities facing institution and foundation boards over the next two years as colleges and

BTR: U.S. Military and Intelligence Agencies Turn to Supply Chain Mapping to Degrade Iran's Drone Production Capacity

Cormac Meiners, i2 Group

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Now weeks into active U.S. and Israeli military operations against Iran, Iranian unmanned aerial systems (UAS) continue striking U.S. military bases and civilian infrastructure across

AMCD Condemns Attacks on Syrian Christians

The attacks on Al-Suqaylabiyah (credit: Syriac Press)

A growing number of Americans are becoming increasingly uneasy with this ongoing persecution.”

— Dr. Walid Phares, foreign policy expert and AMCD senior advisor.

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The American Mideast Coalition for Democracy unequivocally condemns the latest jihad attacks on the Syrian Christian city of Al-Suqaylabiyah in Western Syria. While harassment of Christians is an ongoing problem in Syria, the most recent attacks are a marked escalation. What began as men on motorbikes harassing Christian girls, soon turned into “a large-scale

Kelsie Kimberlin Launches Campaign To Give Scholarships To The Children Of Ukrainian Soldiers To Participate In Sports

Champ Music Video Graphic

Champ Promo Graphic

Champ Music Video Graphic

A New Campaign To Give Scholarships To Ukrainian Children To Participate In Sports While Their Parents Serve In The Armed Forces

The children of Ukrainian soldiers are under extreme stress, and therefore, they should participate in sports as a way to deal with that stress and help them focus on something positive.”

— Kelsie Kimberlin

WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, March 31, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- On March 31, 2026, popular American-Ukrainian singer and foundation director Kelsie Kimberlin launched a campaign to give scholarships to the children of Ukrainian soldiers to participate in sports. The campaign, called “Ukrainian Champions,” is tied to the release of Kelsie’s recent music video, “Champ,” about 16-year-old Ukrainian karate champion Mariia Hnes, who refused to shake hands or take a photo with a competitor from

Academy of Hope Launches Inaugural ‘Stride for Hope 5K & Homecoming Festival’ in Anacostia Park

Driving Economic Mobility Through Adult Education

WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, March 26, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Academy of Hope Adult Public Charter School (AoH) will host its inaugural *Stride for Hope 5K & Homecoming Festival* on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Anacostia Park—bringing together learners, alumni, and supporters for a citywide celebration of adult education and economic mobility.

More than a run or walk, Stride for Hope is a community-driven event designed to raise

23rd Annual DC/MD Black College Expo™ Empowers Students with Access to College, Careers, and Millions in Scholarships

Empowering students and families in our nation’s capital with opportunity and inspiration at a critical time for access to education

We’re so excited to be in the DMV, and especially in the nation’s capital creating access, opportunity, and lasting impact for marginalized communities”

— Dr. Theresa Price, Founder/CEO of NCRF

WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, March 26, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- National College Resources Foundation (NCRF) will host its 23rd Annual DC/Maryland Black College Expo™ on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 801 Allen Y. Lew Place

ecoAmerica Announces 2026 American Climate Leadership Awards Finalists

Register Now to Watch on April 16

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 26, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- ecoAmerica announced the finalists for the 2026 American Climate Leadership Awards (ACLA), showcasing a nationwide group of leaders working to broaden participation in climate action. Collectively,

BTR: Iran Conflict Spotlights Need to Map Global Proxy Connections and Relationships

Cormac Meiners, i2 Group

It is not primarily a violent network. It is a financial and logistical one, designed to fund operations while maintaining the capacity to activate for other purposes when circumstances warrant.”

— Cormac Meiners, i2 Group

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 27, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The current conflict with Iran has been building, relationship by relationship, across four decades and multiple continents, placing new

Hallie Marie Finds Peace in the Fleeting with New Indie-Pop Single 'A Space of Clarity'

Hallie Marie Featured Photo

A Space of Clarity

Hallie Marie Photo Featured

Moving beyond heartbreak, the DC-based artist celebrates the art of letting go.

It's important to me that love remains pure in my memories so they don't become distorted by heartbreak or cynicism.”

— Hallie Marie

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 27, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Emerging pop artist Hallie Marie returns with her latest single "A Space of Clarity," a bright and expansive track that captures the bittersweet beauty and the profound impact of a chance encounter. The song explores the trajectory of a fleeting romance, from initial

Qin Sun Stubis Elected to National League of American Pen Women; Will Serve as Keynote Speaker April 4

Author Qin Sun Stubis

Columnist, poet and author joins alumnae Pearl S. Buck, Maya Angelou, Eleanor Roosevelt and Hillary Clinton as member of historic 129-year-old organization

I am deeply honored to join the ranks of the pioneering ‘Pen Women’ who came before me and blazed new trails for women in the arts. ”

— Qin Sun Stubis

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 27, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Longtime newspaper and magazine columnist, poet, short story writer, and award-winning author Qin Sun Stubis has been elected to the National League of American Pen Women (NLAPW), a historic 129-year-old

MHN announces Testicular Cancer Awareness Month 2026 Theme, Urges National Participation in Early Detection & Education

TCa Month 2026 - Testicular Cancer Awareness

Encouraging young men to understand their health and speak openly about concerns helps create a culture where prevention and early detection become the norm.”

— Jennifer Thompson, VP at MHN

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 26, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Men’s Health Network (MHN) is proud to announce Testicular Cancer Awareness (TCa) Month and theme this April 2026, calling on organizations, communities, and individuals

The American Institute of Artificial Intelligence Announces Strategic Partnership with IT Impact Consulting

Abu Bakar, CEO of IT Impact Consulting meeting with Dr. Ali Naqvi, CEO of AIAI

AIAI Announces Strategic Partnership with IT Impact Consulting to Expand AI Education and Adoption Across Central and Southwest Asia

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 26, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The American Institute of Artificial Intelligence (AIAI), a leading artificial intelligence company focused on applied AI solutions and workforce development, today announced a strategic partnership with IT Impact Consulting, an international consulting

Stopping the ‘Referral Loop:’ 10 Women Leaders Launch Strategy to Diversify Global Stages

Launched for Women’s History Month, ‘Speak Your Way to Sales’ provides a systems-based approach to bypass traditional, ‘referral-only’ booking loops

Women are starting businesses at a historic rate, but a stage appearance without a back-end system doesn’t convert.”

— Meredith Eaton, Founder of Eaton Press

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 23, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Women now start nearly half of all new U.S. businesses – up from 29% in 2019– yet they hold only 33% of keynote speaking slots at major conferences. As the "referral-only" culture of the speaking industry continues to favor established insiders, a collective of 10 women leaders has teamed up to break the cycle.

Released this Women’s History Month, “Speak Your Way to

Charter Cities Institute & Waterfall City to Host 2026 New Cities Summit in Johannesburg

Waterfall City

Focused on the business of building cities, the Summit is the premier event to transform bold ideas into impactful action

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 23, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Charter Cities Institute (CCI), in partnership with Waterfall City Management Company (WCMC), will host the 2026 edition of the global New Cities Summit at Waterfall City in Johannesburg this December. Building on

Students Turn Raw News Data Into Visual Stories at 2026 Newsmatics Hackathon in Brno

High school, undergraduate and graduate students competed over 24 hours to analyze news trends, forecast future cycles, and more

I am really glad that all teams successfully completed this year's hackathon.”

— Jakub Leps

WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Students from across Brno, Czechia spent 24 hours turning raw news data from Newsmatics into creative visual presentations, sacrificing sleep to compete in the annual hackathon to win cash prizes.

The competition pushed students with IT and

AUVSI CEO Testifies on Risks of Chinese Robotics and AI

Securing America’s leadership in robotics will require both carrots and sticks.”

— AUVSI President & CEO Michael Robbins

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) today warned Congress that the People’s Republic of China (PRC) is executing a

Do Not Count On AI Companies To Police Themselves, Litteral LLP Partners Warn

Attorneys propose framework for monitoring AI developers and protecting whistleblowers and consumers.

AI will continue to have profound effects on our society and the world. We cannot leave it to tech giants alone to shape this future.”

— Sean L. Litteral

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- It is well established that artificial intelligence ("AI") is becoming more ubiquitous as companies ramp up investment in infrastructure.

As a result of unequal access to information, the public—including those tasked with oversight—know little about the development and deployment of AI. Although AI

Scientists, Government, and Aviation Experts Call for Global Detection Network at the UAP Tracking and Detection Summit

UAP Detection and Tracking Summit

Speakers, including keynote U.S. Representative Eric Burlison (R-MO), say progress requires data, technology, and open scientific collaboration.

The next stage of inquiry must also consider the possibility of interaction with the intelligence behind these systems.”

— Reed Summers, Summit Organizer

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 16, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The UAP Detection and Tracking Summit convened an international coalition of scientists, engineers, researchers, and public-safety professionals calling for a global detection network to monitor Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) systematically. Participants emphasized a shift from debating the existence of UAP to building the scientific and technological infrastructure needed to detect, track, and analyze these phenomena.

Presented by The Human Institute, the 2026 Summit featured 34 experts across 14 sessions

Fab Foundation expands investment in STEM education across the U.S

Educators from the Washington D.C. area participate in a Fab Lab training session to learn how to use digital technologies in support of STEM education.

Support from Aramco broadens the Fab Foundation reach in Washington D.C. area

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 16, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Fab Foundation is supporting K-12 STEM education by providing its Fab-in-a-Box kits for sites across the Washington D.C area. These mobile low-cost, high impact, digital fabrication kits, generously funded by energy

FiscalNote Expands PolicyNote API to Deliver Complete, Primary-Source Trump Presidential Transcripts to AI Agents and Enterprise Systems

As executive action velocity accelerates, FiscalNote ensures enterprise AI agents can act on complete, authoritative presidential records from verified sources

WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--FiscalNote Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: NOTE), a global leader in AI-driven policy and regulatory intelligence, today announced the expansion of its PolicyNote API to include its unique, comprehensive, real-time presidential transcript feed. Built for consumption by agentic AI, including adoption of the Model Context Protocol

HBS Releases National Redistricting Report Ahead of 2026 Election Cycle

The report covers 16 states where redistricting has occurred or a potential redraw still exists, with 435 congressional seats in the balance heading into the 2026 election cycle.”

— HBS CEO Andy Blunt

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- HBS Executive Chairman and CEO Andy Blunt today released The Lines That Could Decide 2026, a state-by-state analysis of congressional redistricting activity currently underway across the country. The report covers 16 states where redistricting has occurred or a potential redraw still exists, with 435 congressional seats in the balance heading into the 2026 election cycle.

The report identifies a single Supreme Court case — Louisiana v. Callais — as the central variable shaping redistricting outcomes nationwide. Depending on how the justices rule, wholesale map changes could affect states well beyond Louisiana, though the lengthy wait for a decision suggests most states will have difficulty complying within the current election cycle. The report also details completed redraws in states including Ohio, North Carolina, Missouri, and Utah, as well as ongoing activity in Florida, Virginia, Texas, and California.

The Lines That Could Decide 2026 is available now through HBS Reports.

AMMWEC Condemns Attack on Temple Israel Synagogue in Michigan

Image of the attacked Synagogue

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The American Muslim & Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) strongly condemns the attack targeting Temple Israel synagogue in Michigan and stands in solidarity with the Jewish community during this troubling moment.

Attacks against houses of worship strike at the