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TSA begins full enforcement of REAL ID compliance nationwide

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced the implementation of REAL ID enforcement measures at Transportation Security Administration (TSA) checkpoints across the country.


CBP seizes over 200 mangos at Juarez-Lincoln Bridge

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers and agriculture specialists have intercepted a significant quantity of prohibited fruit at the Juarez-Lincoln Bridge in Laredo, Texas.


CBP ensures Mother’s Day flower imports are pest-free at El Paso ports

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agriculture specialists in El Paso are currently focused on ensuring that flowers imported for Mother's Day are free from pests and diseases.


Eagle Pass CBP intercepts $3.3 million worth of methamphetamine

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Eagle Pass International Bridge recently intercepted methamphetamine valued at over $3.3 million.


CBP inspects over 1.2 million imported flowers ahead of Mother’s Day

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agriculture specialists have been busy inspecting over 1.2 million imported cut flowers in preparation for Mother's Day, which is the second-busiest time of year for flower imports after Valentine's Day.


CBP officers seize $6 million worth of fake designer watches in Chicago

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers in Chicago have seized a shipment of counterfeit designer watches valued at over $6 million.


VOICE Office releases video remembering victims of DUI incidents involving illegal aliens

The Victims of Immigration Crime Engagement (VOICE) Office has released a video featuring the parents of Matthew Denice, who was killed by an illegal alien driving under the influence in 2011.


DHS seeks death penalty for alleged smugglers after fatal boat incident

Today, Secretary Kristi Noem of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced plans to request the Department of Justice to pursue alien smuggling charges and seek the death penalty against two Mexican nationals.


US agencies announce success in intercepting outbound weapons

At a press event in Nogales, Arizona, senior officials from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), and the U.S. Attorney for the...


Treasury Secretary highlights Trump’s economic plan at Milken Institute Global Conference

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent addressed the Milken Institute Global Conference, highlighting President Donald J. Trump's economic agenda and its potential impact on the U.S. economy.


Treasury sanctions Burma militia linked to cyber scams

The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has imposed sanctions on the Karen National Army (KNA), a militia group in Burma, designating it as a transnational criminal organization.


ICE arrests Dominican national charged with armed robbery in Massachusetts

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in collaboration with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), have apprehended a Dominican national charged with armed...


Cameroonian citizen wanted for elder fraud linked to complex money laundering scheme

An arrest warrant has been issued for Leslie Kibula Bongajum, a Cameroonian citizen, as part of an investigation into a complex money laundering and elder fraud conspiracy.


Multiagency effort dismantles identity theft ring across seven California counties

Felony charges have been filed against three individuals in connection with a suspected identity theft operation that allegedly facilitated an organized retail crime scheme across seven counties in California.


Jonathan McKernan nominated for undersecretary role at U.S. Treasury

Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent has announced President Trump's intention to nominate Jonathan McKernan for the position of Undersecretary of Domestic Finance at the U.S. Department of the Treasury.


Scott K.H. Bessent outlines U.S. economic strategies before House Committee

Secretary Scott K.H. Bessent addressed the United States House of Representatives Committee on Financial Services, discussing key aspects of the current administration's economic strategy and achievements.


Treasury plans pilot program for foreign investors with fast track process

Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury announced its plan to establish a fast track process aimed at increasing investment in U.S. businesses from allied and partner countries.


Treasury highlights job growth and efficiency under Trump administration

Chairman Joyce, Ranking Member Hoyer, and Members of the Subcommittee gathered to hear Secretary Scott K. H. Bessent's statement before the United States House of Representatives Appropriations Subcommittee on Financial Services and General...


ICE arrests Guatemalan man charged with sex crime against Massachusetts child

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers in Boston have arrested Juan Rene Barcenes-Velasquez, a 56-year-old Guatemalan national, who has been charged with sex crimes against a minor in Massachusetts.


Eighth person convicted in botched human smuggling attempt involving shooting

Mailon Almendares-Martinez, a 21-year-old from New Orleans, has been convicted of conspiracy to transport illegal aliens.