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US rejoins Geneva Consensus on women's health

Today, the United States announced its decision to rejoin the Geneva Consensus Declaration.


Chair of Senate Foreign Relations: 'China remains the most significant long-term risk to the U.S.'

U.S. Senator Jim Risch, Chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, has identified China as the "most significant" threat to the United States.


Foreign policy expert: 'U.S. diplomacy should aim primarily at blunting Beijing’s responses to U.S. competitive policies'

Jonathan A. Czin, a foreign policy expert at the Brookings Institution, has said that diplomacy towards China should focus on "blunting Beijing's responses," rather than negotiation, as the Trump administration assumes office.


Chairman Green: Trump administration will ‘end cartel control of the Southwest border’

U.S. Representative Mark Green (R-TN), Chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security, has marked Human Trafficking Awareness Month by emphasizing the Trump administration's commitment to empowering the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)...


Tom Cole issues statement on Donald Trump's inauguration as 47th U.S. president

Today, Chairman Tom Cole from Oklahoma's 4th district released a statement following the inauguration of Donald J. Trump as the 47th President of the United States.


U.S. Rep. Crenshaw: President Trump is 'ready to lead' and take on cartels

U.S. Representative Dan Crenshaw of Texas, following a meeting with former President Donald Trump on January 12, said that Trump is "ready to lead" in the fight against drug cartels.


U.S. Sen. Britt: Americans 'overwhelmingly support the Laken Riley Act'

U.S. Senator Katie Britt of Alabama has expressed her support for the Laken Riley Act, highlighting its broad backing among Americans concerned about crime and immigration enforcement.


U.S. Sen. Kelly: 'Drug cartels are a constant threat to Arizona communities'

U.S. Senator Mark Kelly (D-AZ) has expressed concerns about Mexican drug cartels, describing them as a "constant threat" to the people of Arizona.


BNSF stays silent as rail industry faces pressure to meet FCC’s 2025 deadline

The U.S. rail industry is under mounting pressure to meet the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) looming 2025 deadline to vacate the legacy 900 MHz frequency band, but slow progress has raised concerns about potential delays and disruptions to critical rail communications systems.


State Rep. Teuscher announces Bitcoin reserve bill: Utah to 'lead the nation' in digital innovation

Jordan Teuscher, a state representative for Utah's 42nd district, has introduced HB230, a bill aimed at fostering blockchain innovation by permitting the state to invest in digital assets.


Omaha man receives lengthy sentence for distributing methamphetamine

United States Attorney Susan Lehr has announced the sentencing of Joseph Goeken, a 40-year-old resident of Omaha, Nebraska.


Rensselaer County man pleads guilty to child exploitation charges

Michael Cardwell, a 39-year-old resident of Rensselaer County, has pleaded guilty to charges of sexual exploitation of a child and possession of child sexual abuse materials (CSAM).


Rhode Island resident convicted for role in international money laundering operation

A Rhode Island woman was convicted by a federal jury for her involvement in an international money laundering scheme.


Florissant man sentenced for role in check washing scheme

A man from Florissant, Missouri, has been sentenced to federal prison for his involvement in a scheme to deposit counterfeit checks at an Illinois bank.


Newton man receives sentence for child pornography charges

A Newton man has been sentenced to 100 months in federal prison for receiving child sexual abuse material.


Council Bluffs man receives 22-year sentence for methamphetamine distribution

A Council Bluffs resident has been sentenced to 22 years in federal prison for his involvement in a drug conspiracy.


Baltimore man indicted for alleged sexual exploitation crimes involving a minor

A federal grand jury has indicted Jose Adan Lopez-Guevara, a 37-year-old resident of Baltimore, on charges related to the sexual exploitation of a minor and possession of child sexual abuse material.


Columbus man faces multiple charges including dog fighting

A Columbus man has been arrested following the unsealing of a grand jury indictment.


Oasis Mobile Home Park agrees to improve water systems following EPA consent decree

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a consent decree with the operators of Oasis Mobile Home Park in Coachella Valley to address violations of the Safe Drinking Water Act.


San Diego surrogacy consultant pleads guilty to fraud charges

Lillian Arielle Markowitz, the former owner of three surrogacy consulting businesses in San Diego, has pleaded guilty to fraud charges.