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Secretary Rubio provides update on counter-drug operations targeting terrorist groups

Secretary of State Marco Rubio addressed the press following a classified congressional hearing on December 16, 2025.


Durbin marks seven years since First Step Act passage with call for further reforms

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), who serves as Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, marked the seventh anniversary of the First Step Act during a speech on the Senate floor.


CBP reports $200B in tariff revenue and highlights holiday travel tips

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) posted updates on December 16, 2025 regarding tariff revenues surpassing $200 billion due to executive orders, promoted their Global Entry app for holiday travelers, and detailed a significant narcotics...


CBP highlights border enforcement role in December social media posts

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) used social media in mid-December 2025 to underscore its enforcement activities related to immigration law.


HHS hosts roundtable on Lyme disease diagnostics with new resources announced

On December 15, 2025, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) brought together Lyme disease patients, clinicians, and researchers for a roundtable focused on diagnostics and clinical needs.


CDC updates infant hepatitis B vaccination guidance with focus on parental decision-making

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced a change in its approach to hepatitis B immunization for infants born to mothers who test negative for the virus.


CBP shares holiday travel tips for Detroit-area border crossings

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is advising travelers entering the United States through Detroit, Port Huron, or Sault Ste.


FTC schedules January 2026 workshop on noncompete agreements

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced that it will hold a public workshop titled “Moving Forward: Protecting Workers from Anticompetitive Noncompete Agreements” on January 27, 2026.


U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement highlights sentencing and promotes VOICE Office services

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement posted several updates on December 16, 2025.


Federal grand jury indicts three men for alleged multimillion-dollar securities fraud

Three men have been indicted by a federal grand jury in Wichita, Kansas, on charges related to financial and securities fraud that allegedly resulted in significant losses for victims.


DHS criticizes sanctuary policy after fatal crash involving undocumented truck driver

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) have criticized local officials in Washington State for not honoring an ICE detainer for Kamalpreet Singh, a truck driver from India accused of...


House committee discusses new bill aimed at lowering health care premiums

Congressman Brett Guthrie, Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, testified before the Committee on Rules regarding H.R. 6703, known as the Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act.


Richmond man sentenced to 12 years for firearms possession as convicted felon

A Richmond man, Javon Antonio Poag, 38, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison after being found guilty of possessing firearms as a convicted felon.


Nursing director pleads guilty to drug tampering at Montana health center

A woman from Sand Springs has pleaded guilty to tampering with drugs at a healthcare facility, according to U.S. Attorney Kurt Alme.


U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement issues alerts on fugitives and clarifies enforcement actions

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement posted updates between December 15-16, 2025 regarding fugitives wanted for child exploitation crimes, clarification about recent arrests involving their officers, and details on a sentencing for assaulting...


Diane J. Sabatino highlights CBP biometrics success and warns of illegal stay consequences

Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane J. Sabatino posted several updates on December 16, 2025 regarding advancements in CBP biometrics at Orlando International Airport as well as outlining legal consequences for those remaining unlawfully in the...


U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement warns of online threats to teens in December tweets

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement issued several tweets on December 16, 2025, warning about violent online groups targeting teenagers and highlighting the criminal record of Veronica Gonzalez-Borda.


RST-Sanexas agrees to $1.5 million settlement over alleged false Medicare claims

RST-Sanexas, Inc., a manufacturer and marketer of electric stimulation devices based in Las Vegas, Nevada, and its principal owners—Richard Sorgnard, Lisa Sorgnard, and Morhea Sorgnard—have agreed to pay $1.5 million to resolve allegations that...


Mexican man sentenced for illegal reentry in Montana federal court

A Mexican national, Marco Antonio Contreras-Delira, was sentenced to time served—31 days—for illegal reentry into the United States and has been remanded to the U.S. Border Patrol, according to U.S. Attorney Kurt Alme.


Chairman Moolenaar discusses US response to China's control over critical mineral exports

Select Committee on China Chairman John Moolenaar has spoken with National Review about efforts to reduce U.S. dependence on Chinese critical minerals.