News published on Federal Newswire in December 2024

News from December 2024


Barbara A. Leaf visits Bahrain and Jordan for diplomatic engagements

Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs Barbara A. Leaf is set to attend the Manama Dialogue in Bahrain from December 6-8.


Brookings Institution event explores US-China relations amid strategic competition

As a new presidential administration and Congress prepare to take office in Washington this January, the focus on China is expected to remain significant for policymakers.


Financial Stability Oversight Council discusses hedge funds and life insurance sectors

U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen convened a meeting of the Financial Stability Oversight Council (Council) on December 6, 2024, at the U.S. Department of the Treasury.


Court upholds act requiring TikTok divestment due to national security concerns

The DC Circuit Court has upheld the Protecting Americans From Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, dismissing TikTok's attempt to challenge the legislation.


Space operations board discusses security threats at Italy meeting

The Combined Space Operations (CSpO) Initiative Principals' Board convened in Florence, Italy, from December 3 to 5, 2024.


Department releases new volume on US foreign relations with North Africa

The Department of State has released "Foreign Relations of the United States, 1981–1988, Volume XXIV, North Africa."


Pine Ridge man receives over six years for assaulting federal officers

United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced that Jeremy Crow, a 31-year-old man from Pine Ridge, South Dakota, has been sentenced to 77 months in federal prison for assaulting federal officers. U.S. District Judge Camela C. Theeler handed...


US-Philippines collaboration focuses on maritime cybersecurity during Indo-Pacific exercise

From December 3 to 5, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), alongside the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) and U.S. Embassy Manila, conducted a maritime cybersecurity exercise and chemical security workshop in collaboration with...


HUD extends foreclosure protection for hurricane-hit areas

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced an extension of foreclosure moratoriums for areas affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.


Department sues US Postal Service over alleged retaliation against safety complaint

The U.S. Department of Labor has initiated legal action against the U.S. Postal Service and two of its managers for allegedly terminating a contracted employee who raised safety concerns regarding loading dock equipment at the Charleroi Post...


Aerospace Industries Association supports new bill on critical minerals

Arlington, Va. – The Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) has expressed support for the introduction of the STRATEGIC Minerals Act by Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Chris Coons (D-Del.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), and John Hickenlooper (D-Colo.).


Colorado dentist pleads guilty to charges involving minor solicitation

Jason James Atha, a 51-year-old dentist from Broomfield, Colorado, has pleaded guilty in the Southern District of Florida to charges related to attempted enticement of a minor and transportation of child pornography.


Meeting on unfair fees NPRM between Ferguson's office and restaurant association

Commissioner Andrew N. Ferguson's office and The National Restaurant Association are set to engage in an ex parte meeting regarding the Unfair or Deceptive Fees Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM).


Under Secretary Fernandez leads delegation to strengthen ties with Gulf countries

Under Secretary for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Jose W. Fernandez is set to lead a delegation to Qatar, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates from December 7-11.


Kentucky woman sentenced to over a decade for drug trafficking

A woman from Jonancy, Kentucky, Sasha Adkins, 37, received a sentence of 135 months in prison for drug trafficking offenses.


Washington man sentenced for traveling to Oregon for child exploitation

A Washington State resident, Seth Lee Fabry, 34, has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to coercion and enticement of a minor.


Moolenaar supports Trump's nomination of Perdue as ambassador to China

Chairman John Moolenaar of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party has commented on President Trump's nomination of former Senator David Perdue as the United States' next Ambassador to China.


Miami importer admits guilt in tariff evasion scheme involving Chinese truck tires

Hector Samuel Esquijerosa, a Miami resident, has pled guilty to his involvement in a conspiracy to smuggle goods into the United States by using false and fraudulent invoices presented to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).


Mahto man acquitted of assault charges after federal jury trial

A Mahto, South Dakota man has been found not guilty of charges related to an alleged assault incident.


Honduran national faces charges for illegal reentry into the US

A Honduran national has been indicted for reentering the United States after deportation, according to an announcement by United States Attorney Duane A. Evans.