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Sen. Lummis: 'We are becoming the bitcoin and digital asset capital of the world'

Senator Cynthia Lummis has said that the United States is progressing as a "capital of the world" for Bitcoin and digital assets.


ICE arrests Chinese citizen on sex trafficking charges

A Chinese national, Tian Tao, is facing removal from the United States following charges of sex trafficking.


ICE arrests criminal alien released by noncooperative jurisdiction

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has apprehended a 25-year-old individual from the Dominican Republic on charges of indecent assault and battery, assault and battery, and gross lewdness.


Cuban nationals sentenced for fraudulent dispute scheme targeting payment platforms

Two Cuban nationals were sentenced in the Central District of California for their roles in a fraudulent dispute scheme.


12 men sentenced for drug distribution conspiracy involving multiple states

Twelve individuals involved in a drug trafficking operation have been sentenced to over 70 years collectively for their roles in distributing controlled substances in middle Tennessee and other areas.


Canadian nationals charged over multi-million dollar 'grandparent scam' targeting U.S. seniors

Canadian authorities have arrested 23 nationals in connection with a large-scale "grandparent scam" that defrauded elderly individuals across the United States.


Florida businessman sentenced for labor scheme leading to worker's death

A Florida businessman has been sentenced to four years in prison and ordered to forfeit over $5.5 million, along with various properties and cash.


Illegal alien charged with conspiracy for smuggling operation following joint investigation

Last week, a grand jury indicted Edgar Guadalupe Jimenez-Aguilar, an illegal alien residing in Phoenix.


ICE deports convicted sex offender Napolean Ahmed Mbonyunkiza to Rwanda

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has deported Napolean Ahmed Mbonyunkiza, a 56-year-old Rwandan national, back to Rwanda on March 4.


Dominican national extradited by ICE for alleged human smuggling causing minor deaths

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has deported Edgar Batista Matos, a 36-year-old Dominican national wanted in his home country for human smuggling that resulted in the deaths of three minors.


ICE arrests nine criminal aliens in Houston area during targeted operation

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) recently conducted a series of arrests in the Houston area, targeting individuals charged with or convicted of sex offenses.


ICE deports convicted felon after multiple illegal entries into U.S

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has announced the arrest and removal of Jose Antonio Garcia, a 51-year-old illegal alien, on March 10.


National PTA expresses concerns over Linda McMahon's confirmation as Education Secretary

Linda McMahon has been confirmed as the U.S. Secretary of Education, prompting a response from the National PTA.


ICE operation leads to arrest of 81 individuals in Kentucky

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) conducted an enhanced targeted enforcement operation in Kentucky from March 10 to 14, resulting in the arrest of 81 individuals who were illegally present in the United States.


National Farmers Union launches $25 million fund for agricultural innovation

The National Farmers Union has introduced the Farmers Capital Fund, a $25 million initiative aimed at bolstering early- and growth-stage companies that enhance agricultural productivity.


Trump declares March 9 as U.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day

On March 9, 2025, President Donald J. Trump proclaimed the day as U.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day.


Previously deported fugitive wanted for vehicular homicide arrested by ICE

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in collaboration with the U.S. Marshals Service, Victoria Police Department, and Victoria County Sheriff’s Office, arrested a previously deported Guatemalan national on March 10 in Victoria, Texas.


FGI announces OSTP transferred records before FOIA response

The Functional Government Initiative (FGI) has raised concerns regarding the handling of a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request by the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP).


Kristin N. Johnson to join panel on clearing at FIA Boca50

Commissioner Kristin N. Johnson is scheduled to participate in a panel discussion at the FIA Boca50 event.


Goldsmith Romero to join regulator panel at futures industry conference

Commissioner Goldsmith Romero will be participating in a panel discussion at the International Futures Industry Conference 2025.