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 Weekend Interview: Larry Provost Urges Conservatives to Support a Ukrainian Victory

Russia’s war against Ukraine is shaping Europe’s security, global food supplies, and U.S. policy debates.


Catholic author on Waymo accessibility gaps: Wider Waymo use could free parking and 'set aside more for disability'

Leah Libresco Sargeant, a Catholic author and commentator on X, has highlighted potential benefits of broader Waymo use, such as freeing up parking and creating more designated spaces for riders with disabilities.


CFTC proposes limited exemption to expand cross-margining for Treasury securities

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced that it has approved a proposed order granting a limited exemption for the Chicago Mercantile Exchange Inc. (CME) and the Fixed Income Clearing Corporation (FICC).


Gosar's ESA amendment advances with bipartisan support in committee

The Committee on Natural Resources has passed an amendment proposed by Congressman Paul Gosar to modify the Endangered Species Act.


CBP shares series of updates via official X account on December 18, 2025

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) issued three consecutive posts on its official X account on December 18, 2025.


U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement addresses enforcement policies in recent social media posts

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement posted several statements on December 18, 2025, about their approach to enforcing federal immigration laws and highlighted the case of Liliana Falcon Falcon.


CBP details border crossing card violation and leadership outreach in December updates

U.S. Customs and Border Protection posted several updates on X in mid-December 2025 about agency operations and enforcement actions.


Franklin driving school settles ADA violation allegations

The United States has reached a settlement with Spanky’s Driving Academy, Inc., based in Franklin, Tennessee, and its owner Chris Medina.


CBP reports major cocaine seizure and record duty collections after policy shift

On December 18, 2025, U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced both a large-scale cocaine seizure at Hidalgo, Texas Port of Entry and record-breaking duty collections following changes to import rules.


Subcommittee schedules hearing on stakeholder input for Water Resources Development Act of 2026

The Water Resources and Environment Subcommittee will hold a hearing to start the development of the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2026.


Subcommittee schedules hearing on Coast Guard’s use of new maritime technologies

The Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Subcommittee, led by Chairman Mike Ezell (R-MS), has scheduled a hearing to review the Coast Guard’s use of experimental maritime technologies.


FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford to testify before Congress on state of American aviation

Aviation Subcommittee Chairman Troy E. Nehls has announced that Bryan Bedford, the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), will testify before Congress for the first time in his new role.


House subcommittee advances multiple bills targeting children's online safety

The House Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade, chaired by Congressman Gus Bilirakis of Florida's 12th District, held a markup session in Washington, D.C. to consider several bills focused on children's internet and digital safety.


House passes PERMIT Act aiming to streamline Clean Water Act permitting

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the Promoting Efficient Review for Modern Infrastructure Today (PERMIT) Act, aimed at streamlining permitting processes under the Clean Water Act (CWA).


House subcommittee reviews 18 bills targeting child safety on social media

Congressman Gus Bilirakis, who chairs the Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade, opened a markup session in Washington, D.C. focused on advancing legislation aimed at protecting children and teenagers online.


Amtrak redirects executive bonus funds to union workers following congressional scrutiny

The Trump Administration has announced that Amtrak will distribute bonuses to more than 18,000 of its unionized employees, using funds that were previously allocated for executive bonuses.


Subcommittee reviews efforts to modernize 638 contracting at Indian Health Service

The Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs convened an oversight hearing to discuss the modernization of federal support for 638 contracting within the Indian Health Service (IHS).


Technology’s evolving role in countering human trafficking examined by House subcommittee

Yesterday, the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation held a hearing titled “Using Modern Tools to Counter Human Trafficking.” The session focused on how traffickers use technology to exploit victims and...


House passes bill authorizing funds for coast guard operations through fiscal year 2027

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed S. 1071, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 (NDAA), which includes the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025 as part of its provisions.


Chairman Perry addresses progress on federal property consolidation during subcommittee hearing

Subcommittee Chairman Scott Perry (R-PA) delivered remarks at a hearing of the Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management Subcommittee on the future of federal property management.