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Government shutdown affects air travel as TSA employees work without pay

Today, the America First Policy Institute released a statement addressing the impact of the ongoing government shutdown on air travel.


Prospects remain uncertain for Trump-Xi meeting amid rising US-China economic tensions

Less than three weeks before the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in South Korea, economic tensions between the United States and China have intensified, raising doubts about a potential meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump...


Senate Commerce Committee to hold nomination hearing for maritime and commerce agency positions

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, has scheduled a nomination hearing for several key positions in maritime and commerce agencies.


Treasury Secretary Bessent meets Japanese finance minister to discuss investment and G7 coordination

Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent met with Japanese Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato in Washington to discuss Japan's plans for strategic investment in the United States as part of the U.S.-Japan trade and investment agreement.


Government shutdown affects drug reviews and patient care

Today, the America First Policy Institute released a statement from Hannah Anderson, Director of Healthy America and Senior Director of Policy, concerning the ongoing government shutdown.


America First Policy Institute highlights significance of Columbus Day amid ongoing debates

This year's Columbus Day celebration prompts reflection alongside festivities, according to the America First Policy Institute.


AFPI praises Trump for securing release of Israeli hostages from Gaza

The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) has extended its congratulations to former President Donald Trump for his role in the release of 20 Israeli hostages from Gaza.


Trump orders use of available funds to ensure military pay during appropriations lapse

During an ongoing lapse in annual appropriations, President Donald J. Trump issued a memorandum on October 15, 2025, directing the Secretary of War and the Director of the Office of Management and Budget to use available Department of War funds to...


DHS highlights criminal records at Broadview ICE facility amid ongoing protests

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has identified several individuals currently detained at the Broadview ICE facility in Illinois, describing them as among the most serious offenders.


U.S. Treasury Secretary urges focus on core missions at IMF and World Bank annual meetings

As the Annual Meetings of the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF) take place, U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent outlined the United States’ position on global economic challenges and the roles of international financial...


Trump issues new executive order restricting federal hiring and creating oversight committees

President Donald J. Trump has issued an executive order establishing new procedures for federal hiring, aimed at maintaining and expanding reductions in the size of the federal workforce.


Supreme Court declines parental rights case; AFPI vows continued advocacy

The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear the case of Lee v. Poudre School District R-1, which involves parental rights in public education.


White House secures drug price reduction deal with AstraZeneca

The White House announced on October 10 that it has reached an agreement with AstraZeneca to lower drug prices.


Hillsboro resident charged with assaulting federal officer near Portland ICE office

A Hillsboro resident, Samuel A. Westcott, 19, appeared in federal court after being charged with assaulting a federal law enforcement officer near the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) office in South Portland.


U.S. Coast Guard seizes over 100,000 pounds of cocaine during Operation Pacific Viper

The Department of Homeland Security has reported that the United States Coast Guard (USCG) has seized more than 100,000 pounds of cocaine in the Eastern Pacific Ocean since the start of Operation Pacific Viper in early August.


U.S. Navy to christen USS Louis H. Wilson Jr., honoring Medal of Honor recipient

The U.S. Navy is set to christen the future USS Louis H. Wilson Jr. (DDG 126) on Saturday, September 27, at General Dynamics Bath Iron Works in Maine.


President of League of American Workers on Columbus Day: ‘In this house Columbus is a hero!’

Steve Cortes, President of the League of American Workers, said his admiration for Christopher Columbus as a foundational figure in American history.


Chairman of Cambodian conglomerate indicted over global crypto scam targeting U.S., billions seized

An indictment was unsealed in Brooklyn federal court charging Chen Zhi, also known as “Vincent,” the founder and chairman of Prince Holding Group (Prince Group), with wire fraud conspiracy and money laundering conspiracy.


Treasury Secretary meets Ukrainian Prime Minister to discuss reconstruction and pressure on Russia

Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent met with Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko in Washington on October 14, 2025.


Ernst recognizes LT Farms as Small Business of the Week for Ringgold County

U.S. Senator Joni Ernst, who serves as Chair of the Senate Small Business Committee, has named LT Farms of Ringgold County as her Small Business of the Week.