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Durbin responds to whistleblower allegations about USCIS handling of FOIA immigration records

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, who serves as Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, has issued a statement in response to a whistleblower report concerning U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).


CBP promotes Global Entry and highlights internal operation in December social media posts

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) used its official account on December 19, 2025 to promote its Global Entry program and share updates about internal activities.


Senate confirms DOJ criminal division head and 13 U.S. attorneys

The Senate has confirmed 13 U.S. Attorneys and the Assistant Attorney General for the Department of Justice’s Criminal Division, following a vote of 53-43.


Heinrich releases fact sheet detailing rise in electric bills under Trump administration

Since President Donald Trump took office, household electricity bills have increased by 13%, according to a new factsheet released by U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Ranking Member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee.


Casey O. Durst highlights CBP’s holiday safety tips and anti-wildlife smuggling efforts

EAC Casey O. Durst used her X account in December 2025 to share messages about making safe choices during the holidays, highlight agency partnerships against wildlife smuggling, and promote CBP Home for travelers.


Chairman Walberg supports ending race-based funding in higher education

Today, the Trump administration announced it will stop funding higher education institutions based on the racial composition of their student bodies.


Risch welcomes EU's $90 billion loan for Ukraine but urges use of frozen Russian assets

U.S. Senator Jim Risch, chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, has responded to the European Union Commission’s recent decision to grant Ukraine a $90 billion loan.


CBP shares multiple updates via social media on December 19, 2025

On December 19, 2025, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) released several tweets containing external links.


U.S.-Africa space training meeting launches collaboration ahead of NewSpace Africa Conference

Senior Bureau Official Ambassador Jonathan Pratt from the Bureau of African Affairs led the inaugural U.S.-Africa Technical and Regulatory Space Training Meeting.


Deputy Secretary Landau meets DRC Foreign Minister Wagner on UN Security Council role

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) Foreign Minister Thérèse Kayikwamba Wagner in Washington, DC.


U.S. extends greetings to Bhutan on National Day

The United States has extended greetings to Bhutan on the occasion of its National Day, which is observed on December 17.


U.S existing-home sales edge higher as inventory tightens

Existing-home sales in the United States rose by 0.5% in November to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.13 million, according to data released by the National Association of Realtors (NAR).


Chairman Walberg questions Chicago Public Schools over alleged discrimination against Christian teachers

Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg has sent a letter to Chicago Public Schools (CPS) Superintendent Macquline King, raising concerns about possible violations of federal law regarding religious discrimination.


Senate confirms EPA administrators and TVA board members after EPW Committee approval

The U.S. Senate has confirmed six nominees to key positions at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), following favorable reports from the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee earlier...


FTC orders Adamas Amenity Services LLC to end use of anticompetitive no-hire agreements

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has ordered Adamas Amenity Services LLC and its affiliated businesses to stop enforcing no-hire agreements that the agency says have restricted job mobility for workers in New Jersey and New York City.


Senator Cassidy seeks answers from ByHeart on infant formula safety after botulism cases

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has requested information from ByHeart regarding the sale of infant formula linked to 51 cases of infant botulism in 19 states. “Ensuring that...


President Trump signs memorandum to advance U.S. leadership in 6G technology

President Donald J. Trump has signed a Presidential Memorandum aimed at advancing the United States' leadership in 6G technology development.


U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement comments on detainer policy and honors fallen officer

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement issued statements on December 19, 2025 regarding criminal convictions, local cooperation with detainers in Fairfax County, Virginia, and honoring Deportation Officer David Mize who died from COVID-19 in...


President signs Wounded Knee Massacre Memorial and Sacred Site Act into law

On December 19, 2025, the President signed H.R. 165, known as the “Wounded Knee Massacre Memorial and Sacred Site Act,” into law.


Lawmakers urge Pentagon to designate more Chinese firms as military-linked

House Select Committee on China Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI), together with U.S. Senator Rick Scott (R-FL), House Homeland Security Committee Chairman Andrew Garbarino (R-NY), and House Intelligence Committee Chairman Rick Crawford (R-AR), have...