By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 4, 2023
A member of the Gulf Cartel was recently arrested while guiding a group of migrants across the Mexico border, Texas Department of Safety (DPS) spokesperson Lt. Chris Olivarez said in a tweet. The alleged cartel member, Salvador De Jesus Romero Nunez, will face state criminal charges for smuggling, Olivarez said.
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 4, 2023
Amid growing anti-French protests in Niger, U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and French Minister of the Armed Forces Sébastien Lecornu discussed the volatile security situation in a high-level phone call.
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 4, 2023
The Federal Trade Commission, in coordination with attorneys general from six states, reached a proposed consent order with Amgen Inc.
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 4, 2023
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken recently announced a visa restriction policy targeting individuals involved in undermining democracy during Sierra Leone's June 24 general election.
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 4, 2023
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and Hacking//Hustling, an advocacy collective, filed a comprehensive complaint against Mastercard with the Federal Trade Commission.
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 4, 2023
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration determined a Texas contractor subjected its employees to struck-by hazards that resulted in a crane collapse and the unfortunate death of an employee.
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 4, 2023
Bitcoin (BTC) embarked on a robust rally Aug. 29 in response to a U.S. court's verdict that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission erred in rejecting crypto asset manager Grayscale's bid to transform its bitcoin trust into an exchange-traded fund (ETF), with the court deeming the decision as "arbitrary and capricious."
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 4, 2023
The U.S. Department of Defense has announced a $250 million security assistance package for Ukraine, marking its 45th tranche of aid since August 2021, aimed at bolstering Ukraine's defense against ongoing Russian aggression.
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 4, 2023
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) announced $8.8 million in grants to support ten innovative projects across eight states and the District of Columbia, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) said in an Aug. 22 news release.
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 3, 2023
Secretary of State Antony Blinken warns in a USA Today editorial that the synthetic drug epidemic is a global crisis and that the U.S. should lead an international response.
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 3, 2023
The U.S Department of the Interior (DOI) has settled the Hualapai Tribe's water rights claims in Arizona and created a $312 million tribal trust fund for water infrastructure, the agency announced in a press release.
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 3, 2023
The Office for Civil Rights of the U.S. Department of Education (ED) released a 15-page "Dear Colleague" letter on Aug. 24 from Catherine E. Lhamon, assistant secretary for civil rights, offering guidance to schools on creating racially inclusive environments while upholding federal legal boundaries.
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 3, 2023
U.S. Border Patrol agents were recently fired upon along the Texas-Mexico border by a suspect shooting from the Mexican side of the border. According to the Border Patrol, this showcases the violence at the border and could be seen as a part of an escalation of violence stemming from Mexican drug cartels.
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 3, 2023
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission recently filed charges against John DeSalvo, a former New Jersey corrections officer, for orchestrating a cryptocurrency fraud scheme that primarily targeted law enforcement personnel.
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 3, 2023
U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona is embarking on the "Back to School Bus Tour 2023: Raise the Bar" spotlighting innovative education initiatives across multiple states to elevate student learning and achievement.
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 3, 2023
Two years after the conclusion of the Afghanistan War, divergent narratives emerge as the U.S. honors its fallen heroes while the Taliban celebrates its reclamation of power, touting an "Islamic system" under Sharia law.
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 2, 2023
Following a lawsuit by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission, a federal court issued a temporary shutdown order for a business opportunity scheme run by Automators, which had attracted $22 million in investments from consumers with false claims of substantial income and profits.
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 1, 2023
The "International Summit on Mexican Cartels and Gangs" will take place on Nov. 6 - 10. The event will cover a wide array of topics related to Border violence and crime, and will feature many notable speakers.
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 1, 2023
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) are partnering to raise awareness for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). The partnership will streamline the application process for those enrolling in federal housing assistance.
By Federal Newswire Report | Sep 1, 2023
Amid global concern, the U.S. strongly condemns the recent military coup in Gabon that has placed President Ali Bongo Ondimba under house arrest, calling for the restoration of civilian rule and respect for human rights.
