News published on Federal Newswire in August 2025

News from August 2025


ITI strengthens government affairs team with Capitol Hill veterans

ITI has announced the addition of Noah Barger and Stephanie Mertz Patel to its government affairs team.


Sean Cairncross confirmed as White House National Cyber Director

Global tech trade association ITI has issued a statement regarding the confirmation of Sean Cairncross as the White House National Cyber Director.


ITI calls for pause on tariff hikes amid economic uncertainty

Global tech trade association ITI has expressed concerns over the Trump Administration's recent tariff increases.


Senate Finance Committee unveils bill cutting Green New Deal spending, easing fossil fuel penalties

The Senate Finance Committee has announced a proposed energy policy within the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, aiming to significantly reduce Green New Deal expenditures, eliminate penalties on fossil fuels, and promote an America-first energy strategy.


Stacy on the Right host: FBICS participation should 'be limited to institutions with a spotless compliance record'

Stacy Washington, host of "Stacy on the Right," expressed in an op-ed that President Trump's economic agenda is designed to prioritize workers and businesses over foreign competitors.


Weekend Interview: Christian Forstner on Germany’s New Emphasis on European Security and Facing Down Russia in Ukraine

An era of transatlantic cooperation is forming, with Germany taking a bigger leadership role.


Arizona man sentenced for illegal guiding operation violating Lacey Act

Timothy Rawlings, a 56-year-old resident of Laveen, Arizona, has been sentenced to twelve months in federal prison for conspiracy to violate the Lacey Act.


White House forms task force ahead of Los Angeles hosting 2028 Summer Olympics

The White House has established a new task force to coordinate federal efforts in preparation for the 2028 Summer Olympics, which will be hosted by the United States.


Bronx man charged with slashing USPS mail carrier faces federal assault charge

A Bronx resident, John Garcia, has been arrested and charged with assaulting a U.S. Postal Service mail carrier in the Bronx on July 16, 2025.


Previously convicted felon sentenced to over two years for illegal firearm possession

Lawrence Jordan, 44, of the District of Columbia, was sentenced to 27 months in prison for unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition by a convicted felon.


Former Los Angeles resident extradited from Guatemala on child exploitation charges

A Guatemalan national and former Los Angeles resident, Miguel Angel Batz Jr., was extradited from Guatemala to the United States and arraigned on federal charges in Los Angeles on Tuesday.


Donald J. Trump promotes 'News Community' in multiple August posts

Former President Donald J. Trump posted three messages on August 5, 2025 via Truth Social promoting his "News Community," twice using the term "BREAKING."


Hartford man indicted for alleged drug trafficking after large seizure

A federal grand jury has indicted Rahm Klampert, a 45-year-old resident of Hartford, Vermont, on charges related to drug possession with intent to distribute.


Senate leaders urge swift action on $10 billion NASA funding under new legislation

U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation Chairman Ted Cruz and U.S. House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology Chairman Brian Babin have called for the prompt release of nearly $10 billion in NASA funding provided...


Arizona man and Mexican citizen sentenced for trafficking fentanyl pills into Utah

Dominic Jared Arias Aceves, a 23-year-old resident of Arizona, and Cristo Alexander Urias Salazar, a 32-year-old citizen of Mexico, have been sentenced in federal court for trafficking about 40,000 fentanyl pills from Arizona to Utah.


Senate Aging Committee to hold field hearing in Florida on senior fraud protection

Chairman Rick Scott of the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging will lead a field hearing in Doral, Florida, on August 7 to address fraud and financial exploitation targeting seniors.


Berkeley County man pleads guilty in large-scale fentanyl distribution case

A Martinsburg resident has admitted involvement in a drug trafficking organization that distributed significant amounts of fentanyl in Berkeley County, West Virginia.


Trump administration promotes global exports of U.S.-developed artificial intelligence at APEC meeting

At the APEC Digital and AI Ministerial Meeting in Incheon, Korea, Director Kratsios delivered remarks on behalf of the United States and President Donald J. Trump’s administration.


Boston gang member receives over five-year sentence for gun trafficking and fraud schemes

A Boston man identified as a member of the Mission Hill gang was sentenced to 71 months in prison for a series of federal offenses that included firearms trafficking, credit union fraud, and participation in a mail theft scheme that led to...


Trump creates White House task force for 2028 Summer Olympics preparations

President Donald J. Trump has signed an Executive Order to create a White House Task Force focused on preparations for the 2028 Summer Olympics.