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Keith Siegel among hostages released from Hamas captivity

The United States has announced the release of three hostages from Hamas captivity in Gaza, including American citizen Keith Siegel.


U.S. Defense Secretary discusses border security with Mexican officials

On January 31, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth held introductory calls with Mexico's Secretary of National Defense, General Ricardo Trevilla Trejo, and Secretary of the Navy, Admiral Raymundo Morales Angeles.


US Africa Command conducts airstrikes on ISIS-Somalia operatives

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth issued a statement regarding recent U.S. Africa Command airstrikes in Somalia.


Trump discusses Middle East peace with Egypt's el-Sisi

On Saturday, President Donald J. Trump engaged in a phone conversation with President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi of Egypt.


NAHB warns against impact of 25% tariff hike on Canadian, Mexican imports

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) has expressed concern over President Trump's recent decision to impose a 25% tariff on goods imported from Canada and Mexico.


Trump imposes tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China

President Donald J. Trump has announced the imposition of tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China.


Brett D. Schaefer joins AEI as senior fellow focusing on international organizations

Brett D. Schaefer, a recognized authority on the United Nations and international organizations, has joined the American Enterprise Institute (AEI) as a senior fellow.


CTA warns tariff hikes may increase inflation

Gary Shapiro, CEO and Vice Chair of the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), has expressed concerns over the potential impact of increased tariffs on imports from Canada, China, and Mexico.


Trump announces tariffs on Canadian goods due to drug trafficking concerns

The President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, has announced measures to address the ongoing issue of illicit drug flow across the nation's borders.


CFTC acting chairman announces public roundtables on market innovation

Commodity Futures Trading Commission Acting Chairman Caroline D. Pham has announced the initiation of public roundtables focused on innovation and market structure.


Scott announces witnesses for Senate hearing on debanking

Chairman Tim Scott has announced the witnesses for an upcoming Senate Banking Committee hearing on debanking, scheduled for February 5, 2025.


Cato Institute monetary policy expert on crypto executive order: 'these explicit statements represent a huge positive change'

President Donald Trump has issued an executive order aimed at promoting U.S. leadership in digital assets and financial technology, while safeguarding economic liberty.


Tampa man convicted as armed career criminal faces up to life sentence

A federal jury in Tampa has found Ataire Carl Ray, a 30-year-old resident of Tampa, guilty of possessing a firearm and ammunition as a convicted felon.


Farmers union warns tariffs may harm U.S. agriculture

National Farmers Union President Rob Larew has expressed concern over President Trump's plan to impose tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China.


Guatemalan national sentenced for theft ring involvement across multiple states

A Guatemalan national, Marvin Estuardo Morales De Paz, has been sentenced to 30 months in federal prison for his involvement in a theft ring.


Fairbanks man sentenced for attempted production of child pornography

A Fairbanks man has been sentenced to 12 years in prison and will serve 25 years on supervised release for attempting to produce child pornography and entice a minor.


Honduran national sentenced for illegal U.S. reentry

U.S. District Judge Roy B. Dalton, Jr. has sentenced Elmer Edin Chavarria-Morales, a 32-year-old Honduran national, to three years and ten months in federal prison for illegally reentering the United States after deportation.


International coalition condemns escalating violence by Myanmar's military regime

Today marks four years since the military coup in Myanmar, which resulted in the overthrow of the democratically elected government.


Hospital administrator sentenced for three-decade identity theft scheme

An Iowa hospital administrator, Matthew David Keirans, has been sentenced to 12 years in federal prison for a three-decade-long identity theft scheme.


Albany man receives 25-year sentence for child exploitation

Thomas Berrington, a 33-year-old resident of Colonie, New York, has been sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for the sexual exploitation of a child.