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First foal born at U.S. Border Patrol's Big Bend Sector

U.S. Border Patrol's Big Bend Sector has witnessed a historic event with the birth of Dolly, the first foal born in the agency's 100-year history.


CBP arrests Florida man at Peace Bridge for illegal gun possession

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Peace Bridge border crossing in Buffalo, New York, have arrested a 34-year-old Florida resident for unlawful possession of a firearm.


CBP closes temporary processing sites amid historic low border apprehensions

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has begun closing temporary processing facilities along the southwest border, following a significant decrease in border apprehensions.


ICE reports increased enforcement arrests in early Trump administration

In the initial 50 days of the Trump Administration, Immigration Customs and Enforcement (ICE) has reported 32,809 enforcement arrests.


CBP reports historic lows in February border apprehensions

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) released its operational statistics for February 2025, highlighting significant decreases in border apprehensions and encounters with inadmissible aliens.


CBP seizes $2.4 million in meth hidden in lime shipment at Texas border

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Pharr International Bridge cargo facility have intercepted methamphetamine valued at over $2.4 million concealed within a shipment of Persian limes.


Border Patrol arrests three after foiled smuggling attempt near Nogales

TUCSON, Ariz. – Tucson Sector Border Patrol agents apprehended three Mexican nationals following a pursuit near Interstate-19 in Nogales, Arizona.


Troy Edgar appointed as Deputy Secretary at Department of Homeland Security

Kristi Noem, Secretary of Homeland Security, has announced the appointment of Troy Edgar as the United States Deputy Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security.


Cedar Innovation Foundation: 'Debanking based on ideological preferences is un-American'

The Cedar Innovation Foundation has expressed concerns over federal government efforts to limit banking access for individuals and companies involved with digital assets, labeling these actions as "un-American" and calling for Congressional scrutiny.


Weekend Interview: Nick Loris Discusses Markets, Innovation, and the Future of Energy

Nick Loris, Executive Vice President for Policy at C3 Solutions, has spent his career analyzing energy and environmental policies through a market-driven lens. He was a Fellow in Energy and Environmental Policy at the Heritage Foundation, and serves on the policy advisory boards of Conserve America and the American Conservation Coalition. His career has been to advocate for policies that promote economic growth and foster environmental stewardship.


FTC halts 'Click Profit' scheme claiming deceptive online sales promises

At the request of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), a federal court has temporarily halted Click Profit, an online business opportunity scheme.


Trump discusses ceasefire agreement with Putin

Former President Donald J. Trump recently posted several updates on his Truth Social account regarding significant diplomatic interactions and other unspecified content.


Biddeford man receives prison sentence for cocaine possession

A Biddeford resident has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for cocaine possession with intent to distribute.


Honduran national indicted for illegal reentry after deportation

Acting United States Attorney Michael M. Simpson has announced the indictment of Nelson Alexander Ochoa-Vega, a 32-year-old Honduran national, for reentry after deportation.


Drug crew member sentenced to three decades for cold case murders

Earlier today in Brooklyn, Jerome Jones, also known as "Sha," was sentenced to 30 years in prison by United States District Judge Nicholas G. Garaufis.


Beaumont man pleads guilty to federal firearms charge

A Beaumont resident has admitted guilt to a federal firearms violation, as revealed by Acting U.S. Attorney Abe McGlothin, Jr.


Oklahoma man sentenced to over seven years for illegal firearm possession

Jesus Flores, a 42-year-old resident of Oklahoma County, has been sentenced to 92 months in federal prison for illegal firearm possession following a previous felony conviction.


Venezuelan man sentenced for migrant smuggling conspiracy

Cesar David Martinez-Gonzalez, a 40-year-old Venezuelan resident of Chester, Pennsylvania, has been sentenced to three years in prison for his role in a migrant smuggling conspiracy. U.S. District Court Judge Gerald A. McHugh also ordered him to...


Ohio court overturns ban on gender-affirming care for trans minors

Today, the Tenth District Court of Appeals in Ohio overturned House Bill 68, which banned gender-affirming medical care for transgender youth and prohibited trans women and girls from participating in sports.


Sixteen charged in major drug bust targeting Escondido trafficking network

Federal authorities have unsealed two indictments in San Diego, charging 16 individuals connected to an Escondido-based drug trafficking network.