News published on Federal Newswire in August 2025

News from August 2025


CBP San Diego seizes over $32 million in narcotics during July operations

CBP officers at the San Diego Field Office reported seizing over 9,800 pounds of narcotics in July, with a street value estimated at more than $32 million.


ICE arrests individuals convicted of violent crimes across multiple states

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reported the arrest of several individuals described as "the worst of the worst" criminal illegal aliens.


CBP reports lowest illegal crossings on record for third straight month

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has released its operational statistics for July 2025, reporting what the agency describes as a historic performance in border security and enforcement.


Congressman Beyer visits Farmville Detention Center and meets with criminal detainees

During a visit to the Farmville Detention Center in Prince Edward County, Virginia, on August 8, Congressman Don Beyer (D-VA) met with several detainees who are described by officials as criminal illegal aliens.


CBP launches automated passenger processing at Nashville International Airport

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has introduced Enhanced Passenger Processing (EPP) at Nashville International Airport, aiming to streamline the entry process for U.S. citizens returning from abroad.


Cbp seizes $433k in methamphetamine at laredo port of entry

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Laredo Port of Entry seized methamphetamine valued at more than $433,000 during an inspection at the Colombia-Solidarity Bridge on August 9.


CBP seizes over $600K in cocaine at Texas-Mexico border crossing

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Hidalgo International Bridge have seized an estimated $647,000 worth of cocaine that was hidden inside a vehicle.


Cbp seizes illegal firearm at Alexandria Bay port; convicted felon arrested

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Alexandria Bay Port of Entry arrested a 62-year-old Kentucky man after discovering an illegally possessed firearm during a secondary inspection on August 8.


CBP invites recently retired officers and AMO agents back as reemployed annuitants

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has announced a reemployment program for former CBP officers and Air and Marine Operations (AMO) agents who retired between July 2020 and July 2024.


ICE arrests individuals convicted of serious crimes during August weekend operation

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) conducted a series of arrests on August 9 and 10, 2025, targeting individuals described as high-priority criminal illegal aliens.


Trump administration commissions first new arctic icebreaker for coast guard since 2000

The U.S. Coast Guard has commissioned the USCGC Storis, the nation’s first new polar icebreaker in 25 years, during a ceremony in Juneau, Alaska.


Secretary Noem responds to sentencing in Rachel Morin case

U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem issued a statement following the sentencing of Victor Martinez-Hernandez, who was convicted for the 2023 murder of Rachel Morin in Maryland.


House Judiciary Committee seeks input from major sports leagues on broadcast blackouts

The House Judiciary Committee has requested briefings from the leaders of the four major U.S. professional sports leagues regarding their roles in sports broadcasting markets and the use of "blackout" exemptions.


State Rep. Weldon: U.S. needs 'a policy response that balances the scales' with China

Representative Ryan Weldon of Iowa has expressed support for Congressman Zach Nunn's Neutralizing Unfair Chinese Subsidies Act, which aims to create a more level playing field between American and Chinese companies.


Former Missouri corrections employee sentenced for smuggling drugs into state prison

A former electronics technician at the Eastern Reception Diagnostic and Correctional Center in Bonne Terre, Missouri, has been sentenced to more than seven years in prison for smuggling drugs and other contraband into the facility.


Third defendant sentenced in Cedar City gun store burglary

Darrell Glenn DeVoge, a 50-year-old resident of Cedar City, Utah, has been sentenced to six years in federal prison and three years of supervised release for stealing firearms from a licensed dealer.


Browning man pleads not guilty to manslaughter and gun charges in federal court

A Browning resident, Treyson Lee Sharp, 21, was arraigned in federal court in Great Falls on charges of involuntary manslaughter and possession of an unregistered firearm. U.S. Attorney Kurt Alme announced the arraignment.


Donald J. Trump criticizes museums and court delay of Arizona copper mine

On August 19, 2025, Donald J. Trump used Truth Social to criticize U.S. museums for their focus on historical injustices and condemned a court decision delaying the Resolution Copper mine project in Arizona.


Shalimar man pleads guilty to federal firearm charges as part of DOJ operation

Zackery Chase Brunson, a 33-year-old resident of Shalimar, Florida, has pleaded guilty to possessing firearms as a convicted felon.


President issues message recognizing employer support for National Guard & Reserve

Since before the founding of the United States, the National Guard and Reserve have played a central role in national defense.