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Senators seek answers from DHS after reports tribal members profiled by immigration officials

U.S. Senator Brian Schatz, Vice Chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, along with Senator Patty Murray and ten other senators, have sent a letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem.


Deputy Secretary Landau meets Qatari minister during U.S.-Qatar Strategic Dialogue

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Qatari Minister of State Dr. Mohammed Al Khulaifi in Washington, D.C., during the seventh U.S.-Qatar Strategic Dialogue.


House passes Lower Health Care Premiums Act benefiting small businesses

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has praised the passage of H.R. 6703, known as the Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act.


Diane J. Sabatino details CBP enforcement actions on tariffs and border security

Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane J. Sabatino shared updates on December 17, 2025 regarding actions by U.S. Customs and Border Protection to prevent tariff evasion in Detroit and enforce immigration laws at the border.


ICE announces arrests of criminal noncitizens with convictions for violent offenses

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has announced the arrest of several individuals described as criminal illegal aliens, including those convicted of serious offenses such as aggravated sexual assault of a child, forcible rape,...


FDD head Dezenski: 'The entire automotive supply chain is at risk' from China’s EV, car overcapacity

Elaine K. Dezenski highlights concerns about China's impact on the U.S. automotive industry during a Washington hearing, urging coordinated action against Beijing's strategies amid rising bilateral tensions


Senate passes bipartisan bill extending Civil Rights Cold Case Review Board term

The Senate has unanimously approved a bill sponsored by Senators Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.) to extend the term of the Civil Rights Cold Case Review Board.


U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement details enforcement actions and safety tips in December updates

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement posted updates on December 16, 2025 regarding recent law enforcement activities involving a Thai national's arrest record, the prevention of attacks against ICE facilities with assistance from federal...


Senators urge review of Chinese firm’s purchase of U.S. educational tech company

U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy (R-LA), Jon Husted (R-OH), Susan Collins (R-ME), and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) have called for a federal investigation into the acquisition of Epic!


Texas AG Paxton launches probe into CCP-linked technology at state power facility

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into potential violations involving Chinese Communist Party-linked technology at a local power facility.


Rep. LaHood: U.S. auto jobs at risk as CCP attempts to 'hollow out' American manufacturing

U.S. Representative Darin LaHood has voiced concerns over a proposed partnership between Ford and China's CATL within the auto sector due to potential exposure to predatory tactics by China's government.


Grassley and Durbin introduce bipartisan bills aimed at strengthening U.S. criminal justice

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley and Ranking Member Dick Durbin have introduced four bipartisan criminal justice bills aimed at enhancing public safety and improving the U.S. criminal justice system.


House panel discusses bill restricting federal Medicaid funds for certain procedures

Congressman Brett Guthrie, Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, spoke at a Committee on Rules hearing regarding H.R. 498, known as the Do No Harm in Medicaid Act.


Senator Ted Cruz responds to guilty verdict against Hong Kong activist Jimmy Lai

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas), a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, has issued a statement following the Hong Kong High Court's guilty verdict against Jimmy Lai.


Nikon SLM Solutions settles $1.37 million false claims act case over PPP loan eligibility

Nikon SLM Solutions NA, Inc. has agreed to pay $1.37 million to settle allegations that it improperly obtained a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan for which it was not eligible, according to an announcement from U.S. Attorney Benjamin L....


Durbin condemns antisemitic attack at Bondi Beach and shooting at Brown University

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, who serves as the Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, addressed the Senate to condemn recent violent incidents, including an antisemitic attack at Bondi Beach in Australia and a shooting at...


Senate passes bipartisan update to NATIVE Act supporting Native tourism

The U.S. Senate has unanimously approved legislation to update the Native American Tourism and Improving Visitor Experience (NATIVE) Act.


House committee introduces bills targeting accountability at Department of Veterans Affairs

House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Mike Bost (R-Ill.), along with Representatives Nancy Mace (R-S.C.), Keith Self (R-Texas), and Mike Flood (R-Neb.), has introduced a new set of bills as part of a strategy to update and reauthorize...


Markey highlights impact of tariffs and healthcare costs on US small businesses

Ranking Member Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) held a press conference with Senator Tim Kaine (D-Va.) and two small business owners to address the financial challenges facing small businesses due to recent economic policies.


CBP collects record $200 billion in tariffs under Trump administration

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced that it collected more than $200 billion in tariffs between January 20 and December 15, 2025.