News published on Federal Newswire in August 2025

News from August 2025


U.S. congratulates Vanuatu on National Day and reaffirms commitment after earthquake

The United States has recognized Vanuatu’s National Day, with official congratulations extended to the people of the Pacific nation.


U.S. sanctions Brazilian Supreme Court justice Alexandre de Moraes for human rights abuses

The United States has imposed sanctions on Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, citing serious human rights abuses.


Deputy Secretary Landau meets Honduran officials to discuss shared priorities

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Honduran Foreign Minister Javier Bu and Presidential Advisor Hector Zelaya to discuss ongoing cooperation between the United States and Honduras.


U.S. welcomes ceasefire declaration between Cambodia and Thailand

The United States has welcomed the announcement of a ceasefire between Cambodia and Thailand, which was declared in Kuala Lumpur.


Secretary Rubio thanks Malaysia for mediating Thailand-Cambodia border ceasefire

Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan to express appreciation for Malaysia's efforts in reducing tensions between Thailand and Cambodia.


Deputy Secretary Landau meets Kyrgyz First Deputy Prime Minister to discuss bilateral cooperation

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Kyrgyz First Deputy Prime Minister Daniiar Amangeldiev in Washington.


Secretary Rubio meets South Korean foreign minister to discuss alliance and regional security

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Republic of Korea (ROK) Foreign Minister Cho Hyun in Washington.


Tropicale Foods recalls ice cream products over undeclared milk

Tropicale Foods, based in Ontario, California, has announced a recall of certain Helados Mexico and La Michoacana products.


W.W. Industrial recalls pear slices over lead and cadmium concerns

W.W. Industrial Group, Inc., based in New York, has issued a recall for its Parashore Pear Slices in juice due to potential contamination with elevated levels of lead and cadmium.


Crescencio Diaz-Diaz, 36, and Marcelo Perez-Santiz, 33, both from Mexico, have been charged in federal court for illegal reentry into the United States after previous deportations.


Federal jury convicts two Meridian men in cocaine trafficking conspiracy

A federal jury has convicted Fredrick Dywane Campbell, 51, and Ramonz Payne, 45, both of Meridian, Mississippi, for conspiring to possess and distribute cocaine and marijuana.


Illegal reentrant sentenced for firearm possession under federal initiatives in Louisville

An individual from Mexico, Alvaro Mandujano-Rodriguez, has been sentenced to two years and two months in federal prison for illegal reentry into the United States and unlawful possession of firearms.


Taiwan recall vote leaves legislature unchanged amid ongoing cross-strait tensions

Taiwan’s recent recall vote, which took place on July 26, did not result in the removal of any Kuomintang (KMT) legislators.


Senate passes FY 2026 agriculture appropriations bill with bipartisan support

The U.S. Senate has approved the Fiscal Year 2026 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and Related Agencies Appropriations Act with a vote of 87-9.


Meridian man convicted on federal drug trafficking charges after large narcotics seizure

A Meridian, Mississippi resident was convicted by a federal jury on drug trafficking charges after a four-day trial.


Ftc and doj host final listening session on lowering drug prices through competition

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Justice’s Antitrust Division, together with the Department of Commerce and the Department of Health and Human Services, will hold the final session in a series focused on making prescription...


Washington man sentenced to prison for assault in road rage incident

Ronald Hall, a 56-year-old resident of Washington, D.C., has been sentenced in Superior Court for assaulting a senior citizen during a road rage incident.


Prince George’s County man receives ten-year sentence for carjacking spree

Sean Franklin Mills, Jr., a 21-year-old from Capital Heights, Maryland, has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison and five years of supervised release for carjacking and related firearms offenses.


Louisville man receives over 15-year sentence for methamphetamine distribution

A Louisville man has been sentenced to over 15 years in federal prison for his role in distributing more than 50 grams of methamphetamine.


Long Beach man charged with providing financial support to suspected ISIS terrorists

A Long Beach resident was arrested on federal charges for allegedly sending a dozen payments to individuals linked to the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS), according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Central District of California.