News from August 2025

By Federal Newswire | Aug 11, 2025
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Homeland Security Investigations in Los Angeles assisted in the arrest of a Long Beach resident, Mark Lorenzo Villanueva, on August 1.

By Federal Newswire | Aug 11, 2025
Federal authorities have indicted 53 individuals believed to be members of the Las Farc Playita drug trafficking organization in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

By Federal Newswire | Aug 11, 2025
A Deming, New Mexico police officer has pleaded guilty to federal charges involving the sexual exploitation of a child.

By Federal Newswire | Aug 11, 2025
On August 12, officers from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested two individuals, Michael Kabiona and Noe Alberto Flores Sandoval, following their release from Wende Correctional Facility in Alden, New York.

By Federal Newswire | Aug 11, 2025
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced the termination of collective bargaining agreements for most bargaining-unit employees.

By Federal Newswire | Aug 11, 2025
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced a policy change aimed at improving health care access for veterans.

By Federal Newswire | Aug 11, 2025
The U.S. Department of State and the Department of Justice have announced an increase in the reward offer for information leading to the arrest or conviction of Nicolás Maduro, raising the amount to up to $50 million under the Narcotics Rewards...

By Federal Newswire | Aug 11, 2025
The United States has expressed support for the General Border Committee meeting held in Kuala Lumpur, describing it as a significant step toward strengthening the ceasefire between Cambodia and Thailand and setting up an ASEAN observation mechanism.

By Federal Newswire | Aug 11, 2025
The United States has extended greetings to Côte d’Ivoire on the occasion of its 65th National Day.

By Federal Newswire | Aug 11, 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Larry Kudlow of Fox Business Network about recent diplomatic efforts involving Russia and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

By Federal Newswire | Aug 11, 2025
The Department of Defense has announced a reduction in personnel at the Defense Technical Information Center (DTIC), as directed by the Under Secretary for Research and Engineering.

By Federal Newswire | Aug 11, 2025
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced on August 4, 2025, that the President has nominated six Air Force brigadier generals for promotion to the rank of major general.

By Federal Newswire | Aug 11, 2025
The United States has announced new sanctions against 18 entities and individuals accused of helping the Islamic Republic of Iran evade U.S. sanctions and suppress its population.

By Federal Newswire | Aug 11, 2025
The United States and the Cook Islands have announced a new phase of cooperation focused on scientific research and responsible development of seabed mineral resources.

By Federal Newswire | Aug 11, 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a call with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy to discuss several international issues.

By Federal Newswire | Aug 11, 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a call with French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot on August 4, 2025.

By Federal Newswire | Aug 11, 2025
The U.S. Department of Justice Antitrust Division and state co-plaintiffs have filed a proposed settlement requiring UnitedHealth Group Incorporated to divest 164 home health and hospice locations as part of its $3.3 billion acquisition of...

By Federal Newswire | Aug 11, 2025
A federal investigation by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) determined that Union Pacific Railroad Co. violated the Federal Railroad Safety Act when it terminated a railroad engineer who reported and sought medical care for...

By Federal Newswire | Aug 11, 2025
The U.S. Department of Labor has announced an additional $4 million in funding to aid Kentucky residents impacted by severe weather events over the past year.

By Federal Newswire | Aug 11, 2025
Agents who are members of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) are maintaining their commitment to the real estate profession, even as housing affordability remains a challenge.