News published on Federal Newswire in August 2025

News from August 2025


US Department of Labor cites Appleton manufacturer for workplace safety violations

The U.S. Department of Labor has cited Progressive Converting Inc., a paper products manufacturer in Appleton, Wisconsin, for safety and health violations following three investigations.


Secretary Chavez-DeRemer discusses workforce policy impacts during nationwide listening tour

U.S. Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer continued her "America at Work" listening tour this week, making stops on both the West and East Coasts to discuss workforce development and the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) in various industries.


Department of Labor fines Alabama poultry processor $385K over child labor violations

A federal court has approved a consent judgment requiring Mar-Jac Poultry AL LLC, an Alabama-based poultry processor, to pay $385,000 in civil money penalties after a U.S. Department of Labor investigation found the company violated federal child...


U.S. Department of Education approves Missouri's innovative statewide assessment pilot

The U.S. Department of Education has approved Missouri’s plan to pilot a new statewide assessment program for reading, language arts, and mathematics.


U.S. Department of Education urges states to use ESEA waivers after low NAEP scores

The U.S. Department of Education has issued a letter to chief state school officers encouraging them to use existing statutory flexibilities and seek waivers from certain federal requirements under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA).


Secretary McMahon comments on Trump Administration's agreement with Brown University

The U.S. Secretary of Education, Linda McMahon, issued a statement regarding an agreement between the Trump Administration and Brown University.


U.S. Department of Education opens Title VI investigation into Duke University

The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has begun a directed investigation into Duke University and the Duke Law Journal following allegations that the university violated Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.


CBP helps Tanzanian survivors receive prosthetics through partnership with relief fund

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) recently assisted three young adults from Tanzania, survivors of violent attacks linked to ritualistic beliefs targeting people with albinism, in obtaining medical care and prosthetics in the United States.


Cbp arrests man at Peace Bridge wanted for armed robbery in Georgia

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Peace Bridge border crossing in Buffalo, New York, arrested a man wanted for armed robbery in Georgia.


Roma CBP officers seize $2.8 million in cocaine at international bridge

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Roma Port of Entry in Texas seized more than $2.8 million worth of cocaine during a recent inspection.


ICE Houston arrests over 200 illegal immigrants charged with child sex offenses

In the first six months of the current administration, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Houston arrested 214 individuals identified as criminal illegal aliens charged or convicted of sex offenses involving minors.


DHS launches national campaign to recruit new ICE agents

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced the launch of a new nationwide campaign aimed at recruiting individuals to join U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) as federal law enforcement agents.


ICE arrests individuals with serious convictions including sexual assault and drug trafficking

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers have arrested several individuals with criminal backgrounds, including those convicted of serious offenses such as predatory criminal sexual assault of a child, methamphetamine trafficking,...


DHS launches national ad campaign for CBP Home App encouraging voluntary departure

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has launched a new advertising campaign to promote the CBP Home App, which is designed to encourage individuals in the United States without legal status to voluntarily return to their home countries.


Markey criticizes upcoming tariffs; urges passage of Small Business Liberation Act

Senator Edward J. Markey, the ranking member of the Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee, spoke on the Senate floor to express his opposition to tariffs introduced by former President Donald Trump.


Senate HELP Committee schedules vote on healthcare and retirement legislation

The Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee is scheduled to vote on several bills designed to improve access to health care and retirement for Americans.


Massachusetts lawmakers seek Boston Fed data on tariff impacts for local small businesses

Ahead of the August 1 tariff trade deadline, Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) and the full Massachusetts congressional delegation have requested more information from the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston regarding how tariffs are affecting small...


House Judiciary leaders seek testimony from GMU president over alleged civil rights violations

House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan and Subcommittee on the Constitution and Limited Government Chairman Chip Roy have requested that George Mason University President Dr. Gregory Washington provide testimony in a transcribed interview...


Donald J. Trump praises border council member and makes claims about illegal crossings

Former President Donald J. Trump posted several updates to his Truth Social account in early August 2025, including praise for Art Del Cueto's television appearance and claims regarding recent border crossing statistics under President Joe Biden's...


Senate confirms Luke Lindberg as USDA trade under secretary

U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Chairman John Boozman (R-AR) has expressed support for the Senate’s confirmation of Luke Lindberg as Under Secretary of Agriculture for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs. “I...