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U.S. introduces visa restrictions on foreign officials facilitating illegal migration

Securing the borders of the United States is deemed crucial for enhancing national safety and prosperity.


U.S. indicts Chinese hackers amid new sanctions

The Department of Justice has unveiled indictments against Zhou Shuai, Yin Kecheng, eight employees of the Chinese technology company i-Soon, and two officers from China's Ministry of Public Security.


Secretary Rubio discusses strategic partnership with Singaporean foreign minister

Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a conversation with Singaporean Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan, as reported by Spokesperson Tammy Bruce.


Rubio discusses military sales and bilateral ties with Paraguayan president

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a conversation with Paraguayan President Santiago Peña, as reported by Spokesperson Tammy Bruce.


Rubio discusses US-Canada relations with Minister Joly

Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a conversation with Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly.


U.S. objects to ICAO's sustainable aviation fuels recommendation

The United States has voiced strong objections to a recommendation concerning "sustainable" aviation fuels at the 13th triennial meeting of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Committee on Aviation Environmental Protection (CAEP).


U.S. welcomes Israel's leadership in International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance

The United States has extended a warm welcome to Israel as it begins its year-long presidency of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA).


Rubio discusses regional issues with Omani Foreign Minister

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a conversation with Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr Albusaidi, as confirmed by Spokesperson Tammy Bruce.


Ambassador Murray travels to South Korea for APEC senior officials' meeting

U.S. Senior Official for Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC), Ambassador Matt Murray, is set to visit Gyeongju and Seoul in the Republic of Korea from March 5 to 11.


Rubio discusses Ukraine summit with UK's Lammy

Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a conversation with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy to address the recent leaders summit on Ukraine, which took place on March 2.


Lincoln Díaz-Balart remembered for dedication to human rights and democracy

The Cuban American community mourns the loss of Lincoln Díaz-Balart, a prominent figure known for his dedication to human rights and democracy.


Missouri couple indicted for alleged abduction and abuse of Virginia teen

A federal grand jury has indicted Justin Johiah Curtright, 40, and Christin Marie Curtright, 32, from Springfield, Missouri.


Five more sentenced in federal pandemic unemployment fraud scheme

An additional five individuals involved in a pandemic unemployment benefit fraud scheme have been sentenced in the U.S. District Court in Abingdon, Virginia.


Gate City man convicted for interstate threat against hospital staff

A Gate City, Virginia man has been convicted of making a threat in interstate commerce.


Florida man indicted on federal sex trafficking charges

A federal grand jury in Roanoke, Virginia, has indicted Frank Smith, a 27-year-old man from Daytona Beach, Florida, on charges related to sex trafficking.


Department of Education addresses backlog of antisemitism complaints

Today, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) announced a new initiative to address the backlog of complaints alleging antisemitic harassment and violence at American institutions of higher education.


Federal agencies cancel $400M in grants for Columbia University over harassment issues

The Department of Justice, Department of Health and Human Services, Department of Education, and the U.S. General Services Administration have announced the cancellation of approximately $400 million in federal grants and contracts to Columbia...


Del Rio CBP officers arrest woman wanted for aggravated sexual assault of a child

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Del Rio Port of Entry have apprehended a woman wanted for an alleged sex-related offense against a child.


Department investigates D.C. schools over disability discrimination claims

The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has initiated an investigation into the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) regarding potential failures to meet the needs of students with disabilities or special needs.


Mexican national faces firearm and immigration charges in Utah

A federal grand jury in Salt Lake City has indicted Gerardo Lopez-Gutierrez, a Mexican national residing illegally in the United States, on charges related to firearms and immigration violations.