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DOGE deactivates 298,000 unused government credit cards

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has announced the deactivation of approximately 298,000 unused or unnecessary government credit cards following a five-week pilot program.


AFPI supports Trump's decision on state control over education

Erika Donalds, Chair of the Center for Education Opportunity at the America First Policy Institute (AFPI), expressed support for former President Trump's decision to return control of education to states and local communities.


Farm Bureau welcomes USDA's reinstatement of critical NASS surveys

American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall has expressed approval of the USDA's decision to resume its July Cattle and County Estimates for Crops and Livestock reports.


AFPI supports H.R. 1048 DETERRENT Act for transparency in higher education

The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) released a statement from Chris Schorr, Ph.D., Senior Policy Analyst at AFPI’s Higher Education Reform Initiative.


EPA moves to clarify WOTUS rule implementation following Supreme Court ruling

American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall has responded to the Environmental Protection Agency's recent announcement regarding the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule.


Miami men receive life sentences for kidnapping resulting in death

Three individuals have been sentenced to federal prison in Miami for their involvement in a conspiracy that led to kidnapping and death.


Former nurse sentenced to five years for medication tampering

A former nurse from Lexington, Kentucky, Abigail Hall, has been sentenced to 60 months in prison for tampering with a consumer product. U.S. District Judge Gregory Van Tatenhove handed down the sentence on Monday.


Versailles man receives lengthy sentence for child pornography production

A Versailles, Kentucky man, Austin David Stafford, has been sentenced to 540 months in prison for the production of child pornography.


NFIB urges Congress to make 20% Small Business Tax Deduction permanent

NFIB President Brad Close recently appeared on The Lars Larson National Radio Show to discuss the importance of making the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction permanent.


United States and Ukraine hold technical talks on Black Sea issues

The United States and Ukraine held technical-level talks from March 23 to 25 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.


Trump shares posts honoring Medal of Honor Day on Truth Social

Former President Donald J. Trump posted messages on March 25, 2025, through his Truth Social account highlighting tributes from U.S. Central Command and the Department of Veterans Affairs in commemoration of National Medal of Honor Day


Detroit woman receives additional prison time for failing to surrender

Tamara Smith, a 39-year-old resident of Detroit, has been sentenced to an additional 18 months in prison for failing to surrender to the United States Marshal as required by the court.


Trump's recent posts highlight continued activity on Truth Social

Former President Donald J. Trump's recent posts on Truth Social continue to draw attention with their assertive tone and minimal commentary.


Father-son duo charged with fraud in Rochester area

U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo has announced charges against Talib Hussain, 74, and Mirza Khan, 46, both residents of Pittsford, NY.


Hegseth discusses regional security with Saudi defense minister

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth engaged in a conversation with Saudi Minister of Defense, His Royal Highness Khalid Bin Salman.


Pittsburgh-Chicago resident pleads guilty to possessing child sexual abuse material

A resident of both Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and Chicago, Illinois, has pleaded guilty in federal court to charges related to the possession of child sexual abuse material.


Sioux City man receives five-year sentence for illegal firearm possession

Jamiah Burton, a 30-year-old from Sioux City, has been sentenced to five years in federal prison following his guilty plea on August 8, 2024, for illegal possession of a firearm.


Guatemalan national charged with false statement after traffic stop

U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo has announced the arrest and charging of Gendry Amilcar Niz-Niz, a 25-year-old native of Guatemala, for making a false statement.


Eddington man faces charges for online threats against officials

An Eddington resident, Thadius Wind, has been arrested and charged with transmitting an interstate threat.


Donald J. Trump discusses Medal of Honor ceremony and political actions on Truth Social

Former President Donald J. Trump posted on Truth Social about honoring Medal of Honor recipients and significant political moves including declassifying FBI files and issuing an executive order for election security on March 25, 2025