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Former FCI Gilmer teacher pleads guilty to smuggling methamphetamine into prison

A former teacher at the Federal Corrections Institution (FCI) Gilmer has admitted to smuggling methamphetamine and other contraband into the prison for an inmate.


Wewahitchka man pleads guilty to illegal possession of firearm at airport

Matthew Pellerito, a 49-year-old resident of Wewahitchka, Florida, has pleaded guilty to charges of possession of a firearm and ammunition by a convicted felon and carrying a firearm without written notice.


Justice Department launches largest victim compensation process for Backpage-related human trafficking

The Department of Justice has started the Backpage remission process to compensate individuals trafficked through the Backpage.com website.


Terry man sentenced to ten years for possessing child sex abuse material

A man from Terry, Montana, was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for possessing child sex abuse material.


NFIB urges Congress to repeal beneficial ownership information requirements

NFIB President Brad Close recently appeared on SiriusXM's The David Webb Show to discuss the impact of Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirements on small businesses.


FGI supports EPA's shift away from previous climate policies

The Functional Government Initiative (FGI) has expressed approval of recent actions by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to address what it describes as "climate dysfunction."


Manufacturers praise One Big Beautiful Bill Act at House Ways and Means hearings

Manufacturers recently voiced their support for the One Big Beautiful Bill Act during field hearings held by the House Ways and Means Committee.


VA Home Loan Reform Act becomes law, granting veterans more flexibility in homebuying

Yesterday, President Trump signed the VA Home Loan Reform Act (H.R. 1815) into law.


U.S. Chamber supports Trump's AI action plan for U.S. global leadership

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has expressed approval for the Trump Administration's AI Action Plan, which aims to enhance U.S. leadership in artificial intelligence.


Coalition backs SPEED Act aiming to reform outdated permitting system

A coalition of oil and natural gas trade associations has expressed strong support for the "Standardized Permitting and Expediting Development Act" (SPEED Act) in a letter to Bruce Westerman, Chairman of the Committee on Natural Resources in the...


Oil and gas trade groups back SPEED Act for permitting reform

A coalition of eight oil and natural gas trade associations has expressed strong support for the bipartisan "Standardized Permitting and Expediting Development Act" (SPEED Act).


Senate committee advances FY 2026 defense spending bill with broad bipartisan support

The Senate Committee on Appropriations has approved the Fiscal Year 2026 Defense Appropriations Act, allocating $851.9 billion in discretionary funding for U.S. military operations and priorities.



U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service withdraws land protection plan for Muleshoe Refuge

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has decided to withdraw the final Land Protection Plan (LPP) for the Muleshoe National Wildlife Refuge.


Salvadoran man guilty of illegal reentry into US after previous deportation

A federal conviction has been secured against a Salvadoran national who unlawfully reentered the United States after previously being deported.


Engineer admits stealing missile detection tech secrets

A former engineer from Santa Clara County has admitted to stealing trade secret technologies intended for U.S. government use in missile detection and evasion systems.


ICE arrests 243 illegal aliens in Denver metro area

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) conducted an operation in the Denver metro area, resulting in the arrest of 243 individuals who entered the United States illegally and are charged with or have been convicted of criminal offenses.


Senate HELP Committee set to vote on health care and retirement bills

On July 30, the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee will conduct a vote on several legislative proposals.


Hearing addresses concerns over unaccompanied migrant children's safety

Subcommittee on Federal Law Enforcement Chairman Clay Higgins (R-La.) addressed a hearing focused on the Biden administration's handling of unaccompanied migrant children.


Congress discusses regulatory barriers in advancing US nuclear energy

The Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Energy Policy, and Regulatory Affairs recently held a hearing titled "The New Atomic Age: Advancing America’s Energy Future."