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Peace agreement signed between DRC and Rwanda

On June 27, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Under Secretary for Political Affairs Allison Hooker, and Senior Advisor Massad Boulos facilitated the signing of a Peace Agreement between the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the Republic of...


Labor Department allocates $23M in grants for homeless veterans' employment

The U.S. Department of Labor has announced the allocation of over $23 million in grants aimed at aiding veterans experiencing homelessness to reenter the workforce.


Secretary highlights Trump's economic plan during 'America at Work' tour

U.S. Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer embarked on a nationwide tour as part of her "America at Work" initiative, visiting five states to promote President Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill.


Labor Department allocates over $37M to aid homeless veterans

The U.S. Department of Labor has announced the allocation of over $37 million in grants to assist veterans who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness.


Labor department stops seeking liquidated damages in administrative cases

The U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has announced a significant policy change regarding the collection of liquidated damages under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).


Federal search at Buckeye Fire Equipment results in 30 arrests

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) conducted a federal search at Buckeye Fire Equipment Company in Kings Mountain, North Carolina, on June 25.


DHS tip leads to arrest of convicted child sex offender Rafael Romeiro Rodriguez

A tip from the Department of Homeland Security’s Cyber Crimes Center (DHS C3) led to the arrest of Rafael Romeiro Rodriguez on May 29.


Restoration News reports major companies scale back Pride Month promotions amid ongoing LGBTQ initiatives

Restoration News has reported that while some major companies have reduced their public LGBTQ Pride Month promotions in 2024, numerous top brands and school districts continue to support LGBTQ initiatives, particularly those aimed at children.


Restoration News: Reduced immigrant labor under Trump boosted U.S. jobs and wages

Restoration News has attributed President Donald Trump's immigration enforcement policies to a reduction in immigrant labor, an increase in labor force participation, and a rise in wages for American workers.


Department of Government Efficiency says it saved $148M by cutting wasteful grants

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has announced a savings of $148 million through its collaboration with Secretary Brooke Rollins and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).


DOGE: SBA cuts $2.84M in annual costs by removing unused phone lines

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) announced that the Small Business Administration (SBA) is saving approximately $2.84 million per year after auditing and eliminating unused phone lines, including landlines, mobile phones, and VOIP...


Department of Government Efficiency upgrades 33 more NWS sites to wireless

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has announced the upgrade of 33 additional National Weather Service sites to wireless technology, resulting in savings of $118,000 per month.


Department of Government Efficiency ends 312 contracts worth $2.8B

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has announced the termination of 312 contracts with a ceiling value of $2.8 billion, resulting in savings of $470 million.


DOGE updates federal contract database to improve transparency

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has announced the introduction of three new data fields in the Federal Procurement Data System to enhance transparency concerning contracting actions for active contracts.


Founder of Binance on Bitcoin mortgages: 'The future American Dream will be to own 0.1 BTC'

Changpeng Zhao, the founder of Binance, said that Bitcoin is increasingly being considered an asset for mortgages and predicted it may soon surpass homeownership as a primary aspiration.


Founder of League of American Workers on CATL: CCP is trying 'to pressure our Senate in the final phases of the tax bill'

Steve Cortes, President of the League of American Workers, has raised concerns about the Chinese government's alleged pressure on the U.S. Senate to benefit Contemporary Amperex Technology Co.


DOJ announces charges against 324 defendants in health care fraud takedown

Acting United States Attorney Jennifer Klemetsrud Puhl announced criminal charges against Isaac Osei Afoakwa, 55, of Bismarck, North Dakota.


Justice Department charges 324 individuals in national health care fraud takedown

The Justice Department has announced the results of its 2025 National Health Care Fraud Takedown, which involved criminal charges against 324 individuals, including medical professionals such as doctors and pharmacists.


Federal sentences handed down for child pornography possession and drug trafficking

Sean Joseph Brennan, a 58-year-old resident of Hudson, Wyoming, has been sentenced to 120 months in federal prison followed by 10 years of supervised release for possession of child pornography.


Family farmers' share remains low despite high consumer prices

As the Fourth of July approaches, the National Farmers Union (NFU) draws attention to the economic challenges faced by family farmers.