News published on Federal Newswire in April 2025

News from April 2025


Bangladesh joins Artemis Accords as the 54th signatory at Dhaka ceremony

Bangladesh has become the 54th country to sign the Artemis Accords, an international framework for the peaceful exploration of space.


510 million in narcotics seized by Panama Express in Eastern Pacific operation

The Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces have seized over 44,550 pounds of cocaine and 3,880 pounds of marijuana, worth approximately $509.9 million, in a major operation in the Eastern Pacific Ocean.


ICE Boston detains Guatemalan national on child endangerment charges

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has arrested Carlos Antonio Zepeda-Ruiz, a Guatemalan national staying illegally in the U.S., who was facing charges of risking injury to a child along with disorderly conduct.


Eighteen charged in immigration identity theft investigation

Eighteen individuals have been charged following an investigation into immigration-related identity theft.


ICE arrests Ecuadoran national in Massachusetts on sex crime charges against a minor

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), together with federal partners from the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), apprehended an Ecuadoran national accused of...


Honduran national faces federal charges for identity theft in Florida

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has apprehended Elieser Aurelio Gomez-Zelaya, 33, a Honduran national, in Tampa, Florida.


Washington man indicted on 11 charges, including sex trafficking of children

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's Homeland Security Investigations (ICE HSI) and the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Washington have announced charges against Jonathan Michael Atkinson.


US and Panama agree on enhanced military cooperation and canal access

Secretary Pete Hegseth recently visited Panama, during which significant agreements were reached, according to Sean Parnell, the Pentagon's Chief Spokesman.


Rand Paul reintroduces bill targeting executive-imposed tariffs

U.S. Senator Rand Paul has reintroduced the No Taxation Without Representation Act, a bill designed to protect American families and businesses from rising tariff costs imposed by executive action.


Kentucky lawmakers criticize Trump's new tariffs citing economic concerns

Several Kentucky lawmakers have voiced concerns over President Donald Trump's recent tariff decisions.


Heartland study claims Trump tax cuts favored working-class over wealthy

Since its enactment in 2017, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) has been a subject of debate, with critics arguing it favored the wealthy.


Donald J. Trump expresses views on South Africa and media coverage

Former President Donald J. Trump aired his concerns about South Africa and its land policies through tweets dated April 11-12, 2025.


US departure from WHO reflects concern over gain-of-function research

Disease prevention has long been a focal point for public health in the United States.


Donald J. Trump discusses pressing global issues in Truth Social posts

Donald J. Trump shared several posts on April 12, 2025, through Truth Social, covering international diplomacy and land policies.


Moolenaar emphasizes religious freedom during Passover

As Passover is celebrated across the United States and worldwide, Chairman Moolenaar has issued a statement highlighting the ongoing struggle for religious freedom.


FAA expands drone detection testing in Cape May, New Jersey

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is set to carry out drone-detection testing in Cape May, New Jersey, from April 14-25.


NHTSA reports 3.8% decrease in traffic fatalities for 2024

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has projected an estimated 39,345 fatalities from traffic accidents in 2024.


FAA partners with Vaughn College for new air traffic training program

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has reached an agreement with Vaughn College in New York to join the Enhanced Air Traffic – Collegiate Training Initiative (AT-CTI) program.


Interior Secretary Burgum visits Alabama coal mines following Trump coal order

Today, the Secretary of the Interior, Doug Burgum, visited two Warrior Met Coal steelmaking coal facilities in Alabama.


Protect the Public's Trust announces release of Kerry climate office staff list

Protect the Public's Trust has announced the acquisition of a nearly complete roster of individuals who worked for John Kerry’s climate office.