News published on Federal Newswire in August 2025

News from August 2025


Mexican national pleads guilty to illegal reentry in Montana federal court

A Mexican national, Daniel Yepez-Gaytan, 41, pleaded guilty to illegal reentry of a removed alien in federal court, according to U.S. Attorney Kurt Alme.


Donald J. Trump shares updates on news community and Eric Trump's remarks

Former President Donald J. Trump posted several updates on August 13, 2025, highlighting his news community and sharing praise from his son Eric Trump regarding his cabinet's performance.


ICE reports rise in officer assaults during recent arrests of violent offenders

On August 6, 2025, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers carried out arrests of several individuals described as criminal illegal aliens with convictions for violent assaults, sex crimes, and drug trafficking.


AMO seizes over $30 million in cocaine off Puerto Rico coast

Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a part of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and the Puerto Rico Police Joint Forces for Rapid Action (FURA) intercepted a vessel carrying 62 bales of cocaine near Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico, on August 6, 2025.


DHS refutes senator's claims on ICE detention center conditions

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has responded to allegations made by U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff regarding the treatment of pregnant women and children in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention centers.


ICE lodges detainer after homicide charge against Venezuelan gang affiliate in Aurora

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has lodged an arrest detainer against Michel Jordan Castellano Fonseca, a Venezuelan national with alleged ties to the Tren de Aragua gang, following his arrest for homicide in Aurora, Colorado.


ICE issues detainer after fatal DWI crash involving undocumented immigrant in Louisiana

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has placed an arrest detainer on Roberto Romero-Hernandez, a Mexican national described as a criminal illegal alien, following his arrest by Louisiana State Police in connection with the death of...


Border Patrol arrests two Indian nationals near Bridgewater amid low crossing rates

Border Patrol agents in the Houlton Sector apprehended two Indian nationals who crossed the border on foot near Bridgewater, Maine, on August 1.


DHS highlights cases involving victims of crimes committed by undocumented immigrants

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has recognized the experiences of victims and families affected by crimes committed by individuals in the United States without legal status.


Las Vegas woman charged after Dulles CBP intercepts large shipment of marijuana

A Las Vegas woman was arrested at Washington Dulles International Airport after U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers found more than 59 pounds of marijuana in her luggage intended for a flight to Germany.


ICE announces arrests of individuals convicted of violent crimes

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced on August 5, 2025, the arrest of several individuals described as "worst of the worst criminal illegal aliens."


CBP seizes over $1 million in fentanyl and cocaine at Texas border crossing

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Anzalduas International Bridge in Mission, Texas, seized more than $1.1 million worth of fentanyl and cocaine during a single enforcement action on August 3.


US lawmakers voice concerns over EU’s Digital Services Act and global free speech

US lawmakers have raised concerns about the European Union's Digital Services Act (DSA) and its potential impact on free speech, following a series of meetings and interviews during their recent visit to Europe.


DHS announces new ICE detention facility partnership with Indiana

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a new agreement with the state of Indiana to increase detention capacity for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) by 1,000 beds.


ICE arrests individuals convicted of violent crimes; DHS urges public to join agency

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced on August 5, 2025, the arrest of several individuals described as violent criminal illegal aliens.


U.S. Border Patrol agents rescue two teens from Lake Erie after watercraft accident

U.S. Border Patrol agents from the Sandusky Bay Station rescued two teenagers on Sunday after their personal watercraft was struck by a wave, ejecting them into Lake Erie and causing their vessel to become inoperable.


Border Patrol arrests suspected gang member with active warrant in Maine

U.S. Border Patrol agents in Union, Maine, arrested a Colombian national identified as a confirmed member of the South American Theft Group (SATG) on July 30, 2025.


House Judiciary leaders voice concern over EU digital regulations after overseas meetings

A bipartisan delegation from the House Judiciary Committee, led by Chairman Jim Jordan (R-OH), traveled to Brussels, London, and Dublin for meetings with European Union and United Kingdom officials, American businesses operating in Europe, and...


Michigan man receives ten-year sentence for drug trafficking in Texas

A Michigan man has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for his role in a cross-country cocaine trafficking operation, according to an announcement from U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei.


Cedar Rapids man convicted for illegal firearm possession after multiple felonies

A Cedar Rapids man, Kirby Joe Truesdell, 48, was convicted by a federal jury for possessing a firearm after having five prior felony convictions and a misdemeanor domestic abuse conviction.