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President sends greetings to Americans celebrating Diwali

Today, the President issued a message to Americans celebrating Diwali, also known as the "Festival of Lights."


Mexican national sentenced to time served for unlawful reentry in Oklahoma

Mariano Gabriel-Gabriel, a 28-year-old Mexican national residing in LeFlore County, Oklahoma, was sentenced to time served for unlawful reentry after being previously removed from the United States.


Brooklyn man receives over thirteen-year sentence for fatal fentanyl distribution

Earlier today in Brooklyn federal court, Elijah Morales was sentenced to 158 months in prison for distributing fentanyl that resulted in the death of an individual referred to as “John Doe.” The sentence was handed down by United States District...


National Prescription Drug Take Back Day returns to Montana on October 25

Montana is preparing for the next National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, scheduled for October 25, 2025.


Two men charged in attempted carjacking and robbery of former government employee

Laurence Cotton-Powell, 19, of Washington, D.C., and Anthony Taylor, 18, of Temple Hills, Maryland, have been charged in D.C. Superior Court in connection with an attempted carjacking, robbery, and assault of a former Department of Government...


Treasury Secretary Bessent meets with Israeli Minister Smotrich in Washington

Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent met with Israel’s Minister Bezalel Smotrich in Washington to reaffirm the relationship between the United States and Israel.


Ecosystem Investment Partners closes fifth fund, nears $1.5 billion raised

Ecosystem Investment Partners (EIP) has announced the closure of its fifth fund, securing over $400 million in commitments and bringing its total capital raised to nearly $1.5 billion.


U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent discusses Ukraine and sanctions with German finance minister

Last week, Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent held talks with Vice Chancellor and Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil of Germany.


Ernst names By the Hearth Bookshop & Coffeehouse Small Business of the Week

Chair Joni Ernst has recognized By the Hearth Bookshop & Coffeehouse as this week’s Small Business of the Week.


Treasury Secretary Bessent urges Canada to address trade concerns and support G7 actions

Last week, U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent held a meeting with Canadian Minister of Finance and National Revenue Francois-Philippe Champagne in Washington.


Treasury Secretary meets with EU Commissioner to discuss Ukraine, Russia, and rare earth exports

Last week, Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent held a meeting with Valdis Dombrovskis, who serves as the European Commission's Commissioner for Economy & Productivity and Commissioner for Implementation & Simplification.


U.S. Department of State extends Diwali greetings to global communities

On October 20, 2025, the U.S. Department of State extended greetings to communities in the United States and globally in recognition of Diwali, the festival of lights.


President highlights forest industry's economic role during National Forest Products Week

America is marking National Forest Products Week with a focus on the economic and environmental contributions of its forests.


United States and Australia agree on framework for critical minerals supply chain

On October 20, 2025, the United States and Australia formalized a framework aimed at strengthening their cooperation in the mining and processing of critical minerals and rare earths.


Honduran national sentenced for unlawful reentry in eastern Oklahoma

Carlos Mendoza-Padilla, also known as Marvin Antino and Carlos Ivan Mendoza, was sentenced to time served for unlawful reentry into the United States.


Alaska officials warn flood victims about disaster-related fraud after Typhoon Halong

About a week ago, severe flooding caused by the remnants of Typhoon Halong struck Alaska’s western coastline.


House leaders criticize Senate Democrats over prolonged government shutdown

Agriculture Subcommittee Chairman Andy Harris (R-MD) and Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) addressed the ongoing government shutdown, criticizing Senate Democrats for what they described as partisan actions that have prolonged the closure.


Gasoline prices fall to four-year low as U.S. energy production rises

Americans are experiencing the lowest gas prices in over four years, with the national average for gasoline dropping to $2.98 per gallon, according to GasBuddy.


Trump and Albanese sign framework on critical minerals and deepen US-Australia ties

President Donald J. Trump and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese have signed a new Critical Minerals Framework, aimed at expanding cooperation between the United States and Australia in the field of natural resources.


Draganfly secures contract with U.S. Army for Flex FPV drones

Draganfly Inc., a leader in drone technology, has been selected by the U.S. Army to supply Flex FPV drone systems.