News published on Federal Newswire in December 2025

News from December 2025


EPA completes five-year reviews at 32 Superfund sites

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has finished its mandated five-year reviews for 32 Superfund sites across three regions.


Trump administration delays tariff hikes on imported wood products amid ongoing trade talks

The President of the United States has announced an amendment to a previous proclamation regarding tariffs on imported timber, lumber, and related wood products.


Teenager charged as adult with first-degree murder in Northeast D.C. shooting

Keyonte Johnson, a 16-year-old from Washington, D.C., was arrested and charged as an adult with premeditated first-degree murder while armed.


House subcommittee schedules hearing on legislative proposals for Medicare patient access

Congressman Brett Guthrie, Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, along with Congressman Morgan Griffith, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Health, announced a hearing to address legislative proposals aimed at improving patient...


Trump delays tariff increases on timber-related imports for one year

President Donald J. Trump has signed a Proclamation under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 to postpone tariff increases on certain wood-related products, including upholstered furniture, kitchen cabinets, and vanities, for one year.


White House marks General George C. Marshall's birthday with tribute

General George C. Marshall, Jr., is being honored today on what would have been his 145th birthday.


Senate Agriculture Chair Boozman welcomes USDA’s new Farmer Bridge Assistance payment rates

U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Chairman John Boozman has responded to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's recent announcement regarding payment rates for the Farmer Bridge Assistance (FBA) program.


House Subcommittee on Energy schedules hearing on U.S. nuclear industry growth

Congressman Brett Guthrie, Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, and Congressman Bob Latta, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Energy, have announced an upcoming hearing focused on nuclear energy.


ICE arrests previously convicted child cruelty offender from Mexico in New Jersey

On December 28, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested Efren Cortez-Velez, a Mexican national who had been convicted of child cruelty, criminal trespassing, and resisting arrest in Passaic, New Jersey.


House Oversight Committee schedules hearings on alleged fraud in Minnesota social services

Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) has announced that the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform will hold a hearing titled “Oversight of Fraud and Misuse of Federal Funds in Minnesota: Part I.” The hearing is scheduled for January 7, 2026,...


United States supports Cambodia-Thailand ceasefire and regional peace efforts

The United States has expressed support for the recent efforts by Cambodia and Thailand to maintain the ceasefire agreement reached on December 27.


ICE announces arrests of individuals with serious criminal convictions during Christmas weekend

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reported a series of arrests over the recent Christmas weekend, targeting individuals described as "the worst of the worst criminal illegal aliens."


ICE announces arrest of criminal non-citizens during Christmas week

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reported the arrest of several individuals described as "worst of the worst criminal illegal aliens" during the week leading up to Christmas.


Air Force Chief Master Sergeant Shaun Campbell named DTRA senior enlisted leader

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sergeant Shaun Campbell has been appointed as the new Command Senior Enlisted Leader for the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), according to an announcement from the Office of the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the...


FTC reverses decision on Rytr following review under new federal AI policies

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has reopened and set aside a 2024 final consent order involving Rytr LLC.


FTC warns 10 companies over possible violations of new consumer review rule

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued warning letters to 10 companies regarding possible breaches of the agency’s Consumer Review Rule.


CMS allocates $50 billion to enhance rural healthcare across all US states

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has unveiled a $50 billion plan to boost healthcare in rural areas across the United States.


Steve Cortes on 4.3% GDP surge: ‘We can both reclaim our country and grow our economy’

Steve Cortes claims that America First policies under Trump's administration have led to significant economic growth while curbing illegal immigration.


Trump vetoes bill extending federal support for Arkansas Valley Conduit

President Donald J. Trump has vetoed H.R. 131, known as the Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit Act, returning it to the House of Representatives without his approval.


Secretary Rubio discusses Yemen tensions with Saudi foreign minister

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a call with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud to address the ongoing tensions in Yemen.