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Interior proposes rescinding rule prioritizing conservation on public lands

The Department of the Interior has announced a proposal to rescind the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) Public Lands Rule.


Interior Department approves Black Butte Mine expansion through 2039

The Department of the Interior has approved a change to the mining plan for the Black Butte Mine in Sweetwater County, Wyoming.


U.S. announces $250 million health aid package for Philippines

The United States government has announced plans to provide $250 million in new health sector assistance to the Philippines.


U.S. targets individuals and entities linked to Houthi illicit trade

The United States has imposed sanctions on 11 individuals, 21 entities, and four vessels for their roles in the illicit activities supporting the Iran-backed Houthis.


Secretary Rubio meets South Korean foreign minister to discuss alliance and regional security

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Republic of Korea Foreign Minister Cho Hyun following the recent meeting between President Trump and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on August 25.


Secretary Rubio discusses bilateral and global issues with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a call with Wang Yi, China’s Director of the Office of the CCP Central Foreign Affairs Commission and Foreign Minister.


U.S. issues sanctions against two Sudanese Islamist actors linked to Iran

The United States has announced new sanctions against two Sudanese Islamist actors, Gebreil Ibrahim Mohamed Fediel (Gebreil) and the Al-Baraa Bin Malik Brigade (BBMB), in an effort to address ongoing instability in Sudan.


Tucson man receives over eight years for attempted illicit travel involving minor

John Stephen Baker, a 71-year-old resident of Tucson, has been sentenced to eight and a half years in federal prison for attempting to travel with the intent to engage in illicit sexual activity.


U.S. congratulates Anutin Charnvirakul on selection as Thai prime minister

The United States has congratulated Anutin Charnvirakul on his selection as the next Prime Minister of Thailand.


United States reaffirms support for Tajikistan's independence on national holiday

The United States has extended its congratulations to the people of Tajikistan as the country marks 34 years of independence on September 9.


VA cemeteries to host day of service marking 24th anniversary of September 11

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced that its national cemeteries will hold a day of service and remembrance on September 11, marking the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.


Deputy Secretary Landau discusses regional security with Trinidad and Tobago prime minister

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau held a call with Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar to discuss the ongoing partnership between the United States and Trinidad and Tobago.


Labor, Education Departments launch integrated portal for federal workforce program administration

The U.S. Department of Labor and the U.S. Department of Education have announced new steps to integrate federal workforce development programs.


Judge orders roofing firm to pay nearly $2M after unpaid overtime violations

A federal court has ordered Northern California Nail Co. Inc., a roofing contractor based in Livermore, and its owners to pay nearly $2 million in back wages and damages to 158 workers.


Secretary McMahon calls for renewed leadership standards in U.S. higher education

U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon addressed the state of leadership in higher education during her remarks at Hillsdale College on September 8, 2025.


Education and labor departments launch joint portal for streamlined workforce program management

The U.S. Departments of Education and Labor have announced new measures to integrate federal workforce development programs.


Interior expedites approval process for tribal broadband infrastructure projects

The Department of the Interior’s Office of the Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs has introduced a revised policy aimed at accelerating the approval process for tribal broadband infrastructure projects.


Hebron man pleads guilty in federal court to distributing child sexual abuse material

A Hebron, Maine man has pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in Portland to charges of distributing and possessing child sexual abuse material.


DHS disputes media reports on arrest of alleged "firefighters" at border

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has responded to recent media reports about the arrest of two individuals by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), clarifying that those arrested were not firefighters, as some outlets reported, but...


Secretary Noem announces firings after new cases of misconduct by FEMA staff

Two additional employees of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) have been dismissed after being found to have used government equipment for sexually explicit activities at classified government facilities, according to Department of...