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U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will require all commercial airlines to formally commit to hiring pilots based on merit.

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement posts about sentencing case and sanctuary policy

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement shared updates on February 16, 2026 about a sentencing case involving Jose Alejandro Alvarado and encouraged changes to sanctuary jurisdiction policies.

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Customs officers seize over $300K in fake designer goods in Pittsburgh

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers in Pittsburgh seized a shipment of counterfeit designer handbags, jewelry, and scarves valued at over $300,000 on January 29.

VA changes rule to accelerate survivors’ benefits decisions

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced a new regulation intended to speed up the delivery of survivors’ benefits.

Trump administration issues new licenses supporting investment in Venezuelan oil sector

The Trump administration has taken several steps to implement President Trump's plan for Venezuela's oil sector, aiming to reopen and develop the country's industry with benefits for both American and Venezuelan citizens.

Secretary Rubio urges renewed US-Europe alliance at Munich Security Conference

Secretary of State Marco Rubio delivered a speech at the Munich Security Conference, emphasizing the importance of the relationship between the United States and Europe.

Weekend Interview: Margaret Byfield Explains Why New Energy Transmission Lines Are Wrong for Texas

State officials and energy companies have advanced plans to build high-voltage transmission lines across roughly 4,000 miles of private lands in Texas.
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