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Federal agencies launch review into Columbia University's handling of anti-Semitic incidents

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Department of Education (ED), and the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) have announced a comprehensive review of Columbia University's federal contracts and grants.


Secretary McMahon outlines plans for major changes at the Department of Education

When Linda McMahon took office as Secretary of Education, she embraced the responsibility for overseeing the U.S. Department of Education and supporting over 100 million American children and college students.


USDA approves disaster food assistance program for storm-hit Kentucky

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the availability of food assistance for individuals in Kentucky affected by recent severe weather events.


Agriculture Secretary Rollins assesses fire and hurricane damage in North Carolina

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins visited Western North Carolina to assess the damage caused by recent natural disasters.


Department of Education criticizes Maine's Title IX compliance

Today, the U.S. Department of Education issued a statement regarding Maine's adherence to Title IX requirements.


Commerce Secretary outlines changes for broadband expansion

The U.S. Secretary of Commerce, Howard Lutnick, has announced a comprehensive review of the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program.


ICE arrests 11 unauthorized workers in Louisiana worksite enforcement

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) carried out a significant worksite enforcement operation at the Port of Lake Charles, Louisiana, on March 13.


U.S. Department of Education begins phased return to in-person work

Today, the U.S. Department of Education resumed in-person work for over 70% of its workforce.


U.S. Department of Education launches portal for reporting discrimination in schools

Today, the U.S. Department of Education introduced a new online platform, EndDEI.


Department of Education releases FAQs on racial preferencing guidance

The U.S. Department of Education has released a set of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) related to its February 14 Dear Colleague Letter (DCL).


Federal probe launched into allegations against Tumwater School District over Title IX violations

The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has initiated an investigation into the Tumwater School District (TSD) in Washington state.


U.S. Department of Education appoints key figures to advance Trump’s educational vision

The U.S. Department of Education has announced a new group of political appointees to aid in advancing President Trump's educational objectives, which emphasize parental empowerment and enhanced accountability within American education.


Senate confirms Linda McMahon as U.S. Secretary of Education

Today, the United States Senate confirmed Linda McMahon as the 13th Secretary of Education.


Nogales brothers arrested for human smuggling near border

TUCSON, Ariz. – Border Patrol agents from the Tucson Sector have arrested two men from Nogales for smuggling seven individuals who were illegally in the United States.


Indianapolis CBP seizes $4M worth of counterfeit jewelry headed to Nashville

On March 4, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at an Express Consignment Operations hub in Indianapolis intercepted a shipment containing counterfeit designer jewelry valued at over $4 million if the items had been genuine.


New Mexico teens arrested for human smuggling near Palominas

U.S. Border Patrol agents from the Brian A. Terry Station have arrested two teenagers from New Mexico for human smuggling near Palominas, Arizona.


CBP evacuates injured agent from remote area of southern Arizona

Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, collaborated with the U.S. Border Patrol to carry out a medical evacuation in southern Arizona.


Marine unit dedicated to fallen agent in Puerto Rico

Air and Marine Operations (AMO), part of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, dedicated the Michel O. Maceda Marine Unit in southwestern Puerto Rico on Thursday.


CBP seizes $6.2M in cocaine hidden in plastic rolls at Texas border

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Pharr International Bridge in Texas intercepted a significant shipment of cocaine valued at $6.2 million.


Baltimore seizes $72k in fake vinyl tiles from China

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers in Baltimore seized over 10,000 cases of vinyl flooring tiles on February 25, following confirmation from trademark holders that the trademarks were counterfeit.