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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement issues statements on law enforcement actions

On December 19, 2025, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement posted several tweets emphasizing its commitment to enforcing federal immigration laws and detailing recent criminal convictions.


Lawmakers introduce bill requiring more transparency from Supreme Court on emergency rulings

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, has joined Senator Richard Blumenthal and Representative Deborah Ross in introducing new legislation aimed at increasing transparency in the Supreme Court’s...


HHS seeks public input on accelerating artificial intelligence use in clinical care

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has released a Request for Information (RFI) to gather public input on ways to increase the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in clinical care across the country.


White House issues directive on advancing U.S. leadership in 6G technology

The White House has issued a memorandum outlining steps to ensure U.S. leadership in the development of 6G mobile communications technology.


House leaders urge Pentagon to designate more firms as Chinese military companies

This week, House Committee on Homeland Security Chairman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY) joined with House Select Committee on China Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI), U.S. Senator Rick Scott (R-FL), and House Intelligence Committee Chairman Rick Crawford...


Justice Department files statement supporting competition in real estate brokerage case

The Department of Justice's Antitrust Division has filed a statement of interest in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania regarding the case Davis et al. v. Hanna Holdings Inc. The lawsuit, initiated by homebuyers,...


Durbin urges transparency ahead of Epstein files deadline

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), who serves as the Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, released a statement ahead of the statutory deadline for the Trump Administration to release files related to Jeffrey Epstein.


U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement warns public on AI content, drug arrest, and holiday scams

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement posted several advisories between December 18-19, 2025.


AFSA comments on CFPB's small business lending data collection proposal

The American Financial Services Association has submitted feedback on the CFPB's proposed changes to small business lending data collection rules.


NFIB files amicus brief in Supreme Court case on Federal Arbitration Act exemption

NFIB has submitted an amicus brief to the United States Supreme Court in the case Flowers Foods, Inc., et al. v. Angelo Brock.


CFTC grants time-limited no-action relief to Small Exchange Inc. on dormancy procedures

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s Division of Market Oversight has issued a no-action letter to Small Exchange Inc., a designated contract market.


CFTC withdraws old digital assets guidance amid evolving crypto market

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has announced the withdrawal of outdated guidance concerning the actual delivery of virtual currencies.


CFTC staff issues no-action letter on data requirements to ease regulatory burden

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s Division of Market Oversight announced a no-action position on certain data requirements under Part 43 and Part 45 of the CFTC’s regulations.


CFTC grants limited no-action relief on swap data reporting for event contracts

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s Division of Market Oversight and the Division of Clearing and Risk have issued no-action letters regarding swap data reporting and recordkeeping requirements.


NFIB supports PERMIT Act aiming to clarify Clean Water Act regulations

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has identified the Promoting Efficient Review for Modern Infrastructure Today (PERMIT) Act as a key legislative priority for the 119th Congress.


 Weekend Interview: Larry Provost Urges Conservatives to Support a Ukrainian Victory

Russia’s war against Ukraine is shaping Europe’s security, global food supplies, and U.S. policy debates.


Del Rio Sector expands ‘Se Busca’ initiative with new criminal targets

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and its Mexican law enforcement partners in Coahuila have announced new criminal targets for the “Se Busca Información” initiative.


United States and Cameroon sign agreement for expanded global health cooperation

The United States and Cameroon have entered into a bilateral health Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at strengthening global health security.


Kennedy Center board members oppose attempt to rename center after former president Trump

Senate and House Democratic leaders, including Senate Environment and Public Works Committee Ranking Member Sheldon Whitehouse, have issued a joint statement in response to an attempt by Trump-appointed members of the Kennedy Center Board to...


Casey O. Durst highlights CBP enforcement actions and Global Entry in December posts

EAC Casey O. Durst used her official X account in December to spotlight CBP’s partnership with NHTSA on trade enforcement as well as promote the Global Entry program for expedited traveler processing.