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Brownsville CBP detains fugitive wanted for indecency with a child
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Brownsville Port of Entry recently detained a fugitive with an outstanding felony warrant for indecency with a child by contact.
CBP hosts annual summit in New Orleans to discuss trade security
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) recently hosted the 4th Annual Trade and Cargo Security Summit in New Orleans from May 6-8, 2025.
NFU comments on U.S.-China tariff reduction agreement
National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew issued a statement regarding the recent announcement by the United States and China to implement a 90-day tariff reduction.
On the Hill
Senators introduce bill supporting new charter school development
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, John Cornyn, Cory Booker, and Michael Bennet have introduced the Empower Charter School Educators to Lead Act.
Brentwood man convicted of cyberstalking New Jersey judge
A Brentwood resident has been convicted of cyberstalking a New Jersey judge, according to the Justice Department.
donald j. trump shares updates on truth social
Former President Donald J. Trump actively engaged with his followers on Truth Social on May 16, 2025.
New Orleans resident pleads guilty to federal drug distribution and firearm charges
A New Orleans man, Floyd Jones, has pled guilty to federal drug and gun charges.
Erin Morris appointed as new head of USDA Agricultural Marketing Service
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins has announced the appointment of Erin Morris as the new Administrator of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS).
Former New York tutor sentenced for enticing minors into illegal sexual activities
A former tutor from Suffolk County, New York, Stephen Andrew Cipkin, 38, has been sentenced to 65 years in prison.
U.S. imposes new sanctions on Iranian officials linked to nuclear research
The United States has announced new sanctions targeting individuals and entities associated with Iran's nuclear research efforts that have potential military applications.
On the Hill
Senate HELP Committee approves Janet Dhillon as new PBGC director
The Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee has approved the nomination of Janet Dhillon to serve as the Director of the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC).
Education department seeks nominees for new student loans committee
The U.S. Department of Education's Office of Postsecondary Education has announced plans to form a Negotiated Rulemaking Committee, named the 'Student Loans and Affordability Committee.'
CBP seizes weapons at Del Rio Port of Entry
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Del Rio Port of Entry in Texas seized a significant quantity of weapons and magazines during outbound operations over the weekend.
Blockchain Association appoints Summer Mersinger as new CEO
The Blockchain Association has announced that Summer Mersinger will take on the role of Chief Executive Officer, as part of its ongoing efforts to influence digital asset policy in the United States.
AIA President praises new aerospace and defense deals
Aerospace Industries Association President and CEO Eric Fanning has expressed his approval of recent aerospace and defense agreements announced this week.
New York man pleads guilty to federal charge over threatening communications
David X. Sullivan, the United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, along with P.J. O’Brien, Special Agent in Charge of the New Haven Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, has announced that Elijah Whyte, a 30-year-old former...
On the Hill
Aderholt discusses American health priorities with new HHS Secretary
Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Subcommittee Chairman Robert Aderholt emphasized the need to strengthen public health in a hearing with U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr....
New Orleans man sentenced to 15 years for drug trafficking and firearm offenses
Renard Santiago, a 19-year-old from New Orleans, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison. U.S. District Judge Wendy B. Vitter handed down the sentence on May 13, 2025.
New Jersey man pleads guilty to COVID-19 tax fraud scheme
A New Jersey resident has admitted to defrauding the IRS of over $1.4 million by filing false tax returns and stealing more than $180,000 from an elderly customer at his workplace, according to U.S. Attorney Alina Habba.
Opinion
OPINION: The Bloat at HHS has reached a fever pitch; Carving out the infection is a great first start
It is no secret that America’s obesity epidemic’s largest victim is the federal government.
On the Hill
Ways and Means Committee advances Trump's economic agenda with new tax bill
On Tuesday, the Ways and Means Committee will mark up "The One, Big, Beautiful Bill," aiming to advance President Trump's economic agenda with a focus on pro-family and pro-worker tax provisions.
The Kuhner Report host on Trump's tax reform bill: 'No tax on tips and overtime has been confirmed'
Jeff Kuhner, host of The Kuhner Report, said in a post on X that President Donald Trump's latest tax reform bill includes provisions to eliminate federal taxes on tips and overtime pay.
New Hampshire man sentenced for wire fraud linked to pandemic relief programs
A New Hampshire man has been sentenced to two years in prison for his involvement in a pandemic-related fraud conspiracy.
Small business advocacy group backs new budget reconciliation proposal
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), a prominent small business advocacy group, has expressed its support for the U.S. House Committee on Ways and Means' budget reconciliation proposal.
OPM replaces paper processes with all-digital alternative
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has announced that the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) will replace its 65-year-old paper process with an all-digital alternative starting June 2.