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US Department of Labor cites tree service after fatal woodchipper incident

A tree service contractor based in Port Saint Lucie has been cited by the U.S. Department of Labor following a fatal workplace incident in Boynton Beach earlier this year.


Department of Labor recovers back wages for Aurora restaurant workers after FLSA violations

The U.S. Department of Labor has recovered $107,300 in back wages for 27 employees at Pearl of Siam, a Thai restaurant in Aurora, Colorado.


Ice Cream Factory recalls vanilla ice cream over undeclared almond allergen

Ice Cream Factory, based in Mount Vernon, New York, has issued a recall for specific lots of its Vanilla G.Nutt ice cream due to the presence of undeclared almond.


President Trump highlights workforce initiatives and wage growth on Labor Day

As Labor Day is observed nationwide, President Trump has positioned himself as an advocate for American workers.


Presidential message calls for unity during National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

During National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, the President issued a statement expressing support for Americans affected by ovarian cancer and honoring those who have lost their lives to the disease.


President highlights national response during Alcohol & Drug Addiction Recovery Month

Every year, National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month is observed to highlight the impact of substance abuse on individuals and communities across the United States.


Second oversight committee meets on Congo-Rwanda peace deal implementation

Representatives from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Rwanda, the United States, Qatar, Togo, and the African Union Commission gathered in Washington, D.C., for the second meeting of the Joint Oversight Committee (JOC) regarding the...


Treasury targets Chinese firm over synthetic opioid trafficking with new sanctions

The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has imposed sanctions on Guangzhou Tengyue Chemical Co., Ltd., a chemical company based in China, for its involvement in the manufacture and sale of synthetic opioids...


Treasury Secretary promotes no tax on tips initiative across multiple media platforms

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has been actively promoting the Biden administration’s “No Tax on Tips” initiative, which aims to provide tax relief for tipped workers.


Treasury targets network smuggling Iranian oil disguised as Iraqi through UAE-based firms

The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has announced new sanctions targeting a network involved in smuggling Iranian oil disguised as Iraqi oil.


Court orders remedies against Google after DOJ antitrust victory

The U.S. Department of Justice’s Antitrust Division has secured court-ordered remedies in its case against Google, addressing the company’s practices in online search and related technologies.


U.S. targets Iranian oil smuggling network led by dual citizen

The United States has announced new sanctions aimed at disrupting the flow of revenue to Iran, citing concerns over destabilizing activities in Iraq, the Middle East, and globally.


U.S. sanctions Chinese firm for alleged opioid shipments

The United States has imposed sanctions on Guangzhou Tengyue Chemical Co., Ltd., a chemical company based in China, and two of its representatives, Huang Xiaojun and Huang Zhanpeng.


United States and Mexico announce renewed joint efforts on border security

The United States and Mexico have issued a joint statement reaffirming their commitment to security cooperation.


Rubio and UK’s Lammy discuss Gaza, Iran nuclear issue, and Russia-Ukraine conflict

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a call with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy on September 2, 2025.


Secretary Rubio addresses U.S. response after strike on suspected Venezuelan cartel vessel

Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke to reporters on September 2, 2025, addressing recent U.S. actions against drug trafficking in the Caribbean region and providing context for ongoing counterdrug operations.


Secretary Rubio honors Cuban activist Berta Soler at Lech Walesa Solidarity Prize event

Secretary of State Marco Rubio delivered remarks at the Lech Walesa Solidarity Prize Awards Ceremony, highlighting the ongoing challenges posed by communism and honoring Cuban activist Berta Soler for her continued resistance against political...


Secretary Rubio meets President Sheinbaum to discuss U.S.-Mexico security and economic ties

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum to discuss ongoing cooperation between the United States and Mexico.


Status conference scheduled in Caremark Rx, LLC case before Judge Jay L. Himes

A status conference is scheduled to take place before Administrative Law Judge Jay L. Himes in the case involving Caremark Rx, LLC and others, under Docket 9437.


Interior Department schedules competitive coal lease sales in Alabama, Utah, Montana

The Department of the Interior has announced plans to hold three competitive coal lease sales in Alabama, Utah, and Montana during the fall.