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By T. J. Graves | Mar 28, 2026
The U.S. Department of Labor has cited two Cartersville stone manufacturers for repeated safety violations involving respirable crystalline silica exposure.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 28, 2026
The Department of Health and Human Services along with CMS have named members to a new Healthcare Advisory Committee aimed at improving U.S. healthcare systems.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 27, 2026
The U.S. House passed a bill banning Department of Homeland Security battery purchases from six Chinese firms over supply chain and human rights concerns.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 27, 2026
The U.S. Border Patrol has received 15 horses from the U.S. Army through an interagency transfer expected to save $105,000. The animals will be used by mounted patrol units across several Southwest sectors after completing evaluations and training.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 27, 2026
Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau met with Marshall Islands Foreign Minister Kalani Kaneko in Washington. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral ties and highlighted recent cooperation initiatives.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 27, 2026
Ian Zephyrin has been indicted on multiple charges following an alleged attack on Metropolitan Police Department officers last year in Washington, D.C., prosecutors announced this week. Authorities say he injured one officer during his arrest after leaving a CVS store without paying for merchandise.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 27, 2026
A Bayamón man has been indicted on charges related to child exploitation materials and illegal firearm possession following an investigation led by Homeland Security Investigations special agents. Federal authorities detailed significant evidence collected during their inquiry into alleged offenses spanning several months.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 27, 2026
A Burlington man has been sentenced to fifteen years in prison following convictions related to attempted enticement of a minor and possession of illegal images involving children. Authorities say Brendan Sullivan will also face lifetime supervision after release.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 27, 2026
Seven Colombian nationals have been extradited from Colombia and arraigned on federal charges related to an alleged maritime cocaine smuggling operation targeting Mexico and ultimately distributing drugs into the United States. Authorities say semi-submersible vessels carried thousands of kilograms each voyage before two major seizures last year disrupted their activities.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 27, 2026
Lee Milton Reeves has been sentenced to seven years in federal prison after threatening police officers with a firearm at a Riverdale restaurant. Officials say this case highlights ongoing efforts against armed felons under Project Safe Neighborhoods.
By T. P. Broyles | Mar 27, 2026
House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington discussed efforts toward fiscal sustainability during an appearance on CNBC’s Squawk Box. Topics included reducing annual deficits relative to GDP and targeting government waste through new legislative packages.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 27, 2026
U.S. Customs and Border Protection will hold a Spring Virtual Career Expo on March 31 to recruit new employees nationwide. The online event allows attendees to learn about available positions directly from CBP staff through live chats.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 27, 2026
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for Arizona charged over two hundred fifty people last week for immigration-related crimes including smuggling offenses. Federal partners assisted in these operations under Operation Take Back America targeting unlawful entry into the country.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 27, 2026
Ashaad Anthony Turner received a federal prison sentence for possessing a stolen gun while planning drug distribution in Northwest Washington, D.C., authorities said Wednesday. The sentencing follows Turner's third firearms-related conviction within five years.
By R. C. Jamison | Mar 27, 2026
Senator Susan Collins announced that Senator Jon Husted will join the Senate Appropriations Committee after Markwayne Mullin's confirmation at Homeland Security. The committee oversees federal expenditures and key budget decisions.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 27, 2026
President Donald J. Trump has directed federal agencies to compensate Transportation Security Administration employees despite an ongoing Department of Homeland Security shutdown. The move addresses growing concerns over unpaid workers and long airport wait times.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 27, 2026
Mujahid Davis has pleaded guilty to several armed robberies and attempted robberies involving Brinks trucks in the Philadelphia area. He now faces life imprisonment at his upcoming sentencing hearing. Authorities credit cooperation between federal agents and local police for investigating these crimes.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 27, 2026
The U.S. Department of Labor reports a successful outcome before a USMCA panel over labor violations at Mexico's Camino Rojo Mine involving worker intimidation tied to narcotraffickers.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 27, 2026
President Donald Trump plans a May summit with President Xi Jinping amid efforts by both nations toward stable ties after recent tensions. Key topics include trade policies, security issues surrounding Taiwan, cultural exchanges, and restoring dialogue mechanisms.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 27, 2026
The Southern District of Texas has filed hundreds of new immigration-related cases as part of Operation Take Back America between March 20-26. The prosecutions target individuals accused of illegal entry or serious prior offenses alongside high-profile sentencing connected with violent crime.
