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By C. M. Ingle | Mar 26, 2026

A senior staff member for Rep. Veronica Escobar has been barred from all ICE facilities after repeatedly posing as an attorney to gain access to detainees and violating security protocols. ICE Director Todd M. Lyons detailed the incidents in a letter requesting clarification from Escobar's office.

By F. E. Simons | Mar 26, 2026

The Department of Homeland Security announced that two Mexican nationals wanted for serious crimes were arrested by Border Patrol agents and returned to Mexico. The suspects faced charges including homicide and child sex offenses.

By T. P. Broyles | Mar 26, 2026

Chairman Ryan Mackenzie led a hearing examining ways to improve federal workers' compensation programs for injured employees. Lawmakers discussed bipartisan bills aimed at reducing barriers for care while considering new technologies for greater efficiency.

By H. B. Edwards | Mar 26, 2026

House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan has subpoenaed a Virginia prosecutor over her handling of threats against Stephen Miller and his family. The move follows concerns about political violence targeting public officials. The committee is reviewing whether changes are needed in federal law.

By H. B. Edwards | Mar 26, 2026

House leaders announced plans to act on an artificial intelligence framework released by the Trump Administration. The move aims at strengthening U.S. leadership in AI while ensuring consumer protections.

By R. C. Jamison | Mar 26, 2026

Chairman Tim Burchett has announced a congressional roundtable examining duplication in federal programs. The session will discuss ways to streamline government operations and reduce taxpayer costs.

By T. P. Broyles | Mar 26, 2026

Chairman Glenn Grothman has announced a congressional roundtable focused on mental health policy for March 26. The session will examine spending effectiveness and concerns about overdiagnosis and medication use among youth.

By R. C. Jamison | Mar 26, 2026

House subcommittees will hold a joint hearing on March 26 to discuss security challenges in the Arctic region amid rising global competition from Russia and China. Chairmen Carlos Giménez and August Pfluger say enhanced domain awareness is needed to protect U.S. interests.

By R. C. Jamison | Mar 26, 2026

Chairman August Pfluger has asked the Government Accountability Office for a review into how violent extremists use artificial intelligence for terrorism. The move follows recent legislation requiring annual assessments on such threats. Lawmakers continue to examine how technology is changing national security risks.

By T. J. Graves | Mar 26, 2026

Brendan and Lisa Lawler have pleaded guilty in Boston federal court for defrauding insurance clients out of more than $750,000 through their business BL Insurance Brokerage. Sentencing is set for July as authorities continue investigating potential victims.

By C. M. Ingle | Mar 26, 2026

A St. Petersburg man faces charges after allegedly calling in threats to MacDill Air Force Base earlier this month. Authorities say Jonathan James Elder's actions led to base closures and heightened security measures while he remains in custody awaiting prosecution.

By T. P. Broyles | Mar 26, 2026

House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington has proposed reducing U.S. deficits to 3% of GDP by 2036 in an op-ed published March 26. His plan calls for spending discipline and policy reforms as part of efforts led by the committee.

By C. M. Ingle | Mar 26, 2026

A Columbiana County man has been sentenced to over twelve years in prison after pleading guilty to charges related to child sexual abuse materials online. Authorities say Myrl M. Reynolds Jr.'s case involved hundreds of illegal images and undercover investigations.

By R. C. Jamison | Mar 26, 2026

A congressional committee led by Rep. Tim Walberg will examine foreign espionage threats facing U.S. universities during a hearing on March 26. Witnesses from academia and government are scheduled to testify about national security concerns related to stolen innovation.

By T. J. Graves | Mar 26, 2026

Gerard Ryan has pled guilty to insider trading using confidential drug approval information from a family member working at Kadmon Pharmaceuticals. Prosecutors say he profited by buying shares ahead of public news about FDA approval for Rezurock.

By T. P. Broyles | Mar 26, 2026

Rep. Derrick Van Orden led an oversight hearing focused on making housing more affordable for veterans through reforms in the Department of Veterans Affairs Home Loan program. He highlighted new legislation aimed at reducing red tape and protecting benefits for servicemembers' families.

By T. J. Graves | Mar 26, 2026

Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Prime Minister Masrour Barzani following a deadly missile attack in Iraq. Rubio offered condolences, condemned continued attacks by Iran-backed groups, and thanked Kurdish authorities for supporting oil exports.

By T. J. Graves | Mar 26, 2026

U.S. Attorney Leah B. Foley has launched a new team focused on tackling benefit and voter fraud throughout Massachusetts amid rising reports of such crimes statewide. Two experienced prosecutors have been appointed coordinators for this initiative.

By F. E. Simons | Mar 26, 2026

A Capac physician has been sentenced to fifteen years in federal prison for distributing thousands of images depicting child sexual abuse after pleading guilty in Detroit federal court. Authorities say Robert Glapinski admitted his actions during an investigation that uncovered over two thousand illegal images.

By F. E. Simons | Mar 26, 2026

U.S. Attorneys in West Virginia have launched a specialized two-day training focused on elder justice issues for law enforcement professionals statewide. The program aims to improve forensic interviewing techniques when working with older adults who may be victims of crime.