News published on Federal Newswire in April 2025

News from April 2025


PACT Executive Director: 'Consumers are unnecessarily strapped by the economic inflation due to lawsuit abuse'

Lauren Zelt, Executive Director of Protecting American Consumers Together (PACT), said in a press release that addressing lawsuit abuse through reforms at both the state and federal levels is essential to protect consumers and improve the fairness...


Farm Bureau seeks changes in WOTUS rule following Supreme Court decision

The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) has called for amendments to the "Waters of the United States" (WOTUS) rule to align it with the Supreme Court's decision in Sackett v. EPA, which demands clearer water regulations.


Rep. GT Thompson receives second Golden Plow award from American Farm Bureau

The American Farm Bureau Federation, along with the Pennsylvania Farm Bureau, has awarded House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn 'GT' Thompson (R-PA) the Golden Plow award.


AIA supports defense acquisition reform efforts by Trump Administration

Arlington, Va. – The Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) has expressed support for President Trump's recent Executive Order, which instructs the Secretary of Defense to devise a plan for reforming the defense acquisition system and reviewing...


AIA supports executive order on foreign military sales reform

Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) President and CEO Eric Fanning expressed approval for President Trump's Executive Order aimed at reforming the foreign military sales (FMS) process.


AIA supports executive order on federal acquisition reform

Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) President and CEO Eric Fanning expressed support for President Trump's Executive Order aimed at reforming the federal acquisition regulation, known as FAR.


AIA supports $150 billion investment in defense priorities

Arlington, Va. – The Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) has expressed support for new legislation introduced by the Senate and House Armed Services Committees.


Biden Admin’s focus on ‘marine sustainability’ while penalizing Ecuadorian seafood company impacts global sustainable fishing efforts today

Former President Joe Biden (D) made “marine sustainability” a stated priority of his administration, but his decision to revoke visas for executives at an Ecuadorian seafood company may have disrupted global efforts to promote sustainable fishing.


AMO intercepts vessel carrying cocaine and undocumented individuals near Puerto Rico

Air and Marine Operations (AMO), part of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection, successfully intercepted a vessel during a maritime operation north of Hatillo, Puerto Rico, on Monday.


Brownsville police detain fugitive at international bridge

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Brownsville Port of Entry recently detained a fugitive at the Gateway International Bridge who had an outstanding warrant related to a charge of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.


CBP seizes counterfeit cigarettes worth $729,000 at Laredo Port

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers intercepted a shipment of counterfeit cigarettes valued over $729,000 at the Laredo Port of Entry.


Trump administration claims major wins on immigration and border security

In Washington, President Trump and Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem have taken significant steps over the last 100 days to address issues related to border security and illegal immigration as reported by the administration.


DHS addresses claims on deportation of American children by ICE

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) refuted claims suggesting that American children are being deported by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).


Yuma Sector Border Patrol hosts annual event focusing on migrant safety in Arizona

The Yuma Sector of the United States Border Patrol held its annual Border Safety Event at the Air & Marine Operations hangar in Yuma, Arizona on Friday.


CBP officers seize over $1 million in cocaine at Pharr International Bridge

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Pharr International Bridge cargo facility have seized cocaine valued at over $1 million.


CBP intercepts 3rd bulk cocaine load in Detroit since March 21

U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) Office of Field Operations recently halted a significant narcotics shipment during outbound enforcement near the Ambassador Bridge port of entry.


Trump announces new members to FEMA Review Council

President Donald J. Trump has appointed new members to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Review Council.


USDA Secretary Rollins focuses on border issues and immigration in first 100 days

In the first 100 days under the Trump Administration, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins has aligned her department's policies with the America First agenda, focusing on immigration and support for U.S. agriculture at the border.


Rollins and DeWine discuss avian flu response and farmer support in Ohio

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins visited Ohio with Governor Mike DeWine to discuss measures taken by the USDA to address the spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) and to support family farmers.


Trump Administration ends prosecution of South Dakota farmers over land dispute

The Trump Administration has announced the decision to drop criminal charges against the Maude family, small farmers and ranchers from South Dakota.