News published on Federal Newswire in December 2025

News from December 2025


Maryland man sentenced for role in scheme enabling foreign IT workers access to US firms

Minh Phuong Ngoc Vong, a 40-year-old resident of Bowie, Maryland, has been sentenced to 15 months in prison and three years of supervised release for his involvement in a wire fraud conspiracy.


EPA highlights environmental achievements under Trump administration

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced 100 additional environmental accomplishments, bringing the total to 300 since President Donald Trump took office.


VA streamlines gynecology appointment process for women veterans

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced a change that allows women Veterans to schedule appointments directly with VA gynecology providers without needing a referral from a primary care provider.


Secretary Rubio highlights U.S. cultural influence at Kennedy Center Honors Dinner

Secretary of State Marco Rubio delivered remarks at the Kennedy Center Honors Dinner, welcoming attendees and highlighting the importance of American culture on the global stage.


U.S. launches new bilateral global health cooperation agreements under America First strategy

The United States plans to sign multi-year bilateral agreements on global health cooperation with several countries that receive U.S. health assistance, according to an announcement made as part of the America First Global Health Strategy.


DRC and Rwanda launch regional economic integration framework with U.S. backing

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the Republic of Rwanda have introduced a Regional Economic Integration Framework (REIF) to promote economic cooperation and stability in the Great Lakes region.


U.S., EU affirm support for Lobito Corridor project in Africa’s Great Lakes region

The United States government and the European Commission have jointly reiterated their commitment to fostering peace, security, and economic growth in Africa's Great Lakes region.


Secretary Rubio discusses regional stability with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a conversation with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed to discuss the partnership between the United States and Ethiopia.


U.S. increases reward for information on Tren de Aragua leader Giovanni Vicente Mosquera Serrano

The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs has announced an increase in the reward for information leading to the arrest or conviction of Giovanni Vicente Mosquera Serrano, a leader of the Tren de...


U.S. imposes visa restrictions on Mexican transportation executives over migrant smuggling

The U.S. Department of State has revoked visas and initiated visa restrictions against certain individuals in Mexico accused of facilitating illegal immigration to the United States.


Cantwell criticizes move to replace NTSB vice chair amid ongoing legal dispute

U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell, the Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, criticized Senate Republicans before a scheduled vote to confirm John DeLeeuw as Vice Chair of the National Transportation Safety...


U.S. restricts visas over religious freedom violations in Nigeria and beyond

The United States government has announced a new policy aimed at addressing violence against Christians in Nigeria and other countries.


Trump orders probe into anti-competitive practices in U.S. food supply chain

President Donald J. Trump has issued an executive order addressing security risks linked to price fixing and anti-competitive behavior in the American food supply chain.


Fromm Family Foods recalls dog food due to potential plastic contamination

Fromm Family Foods has announced a voluntary recall of 300 cases of its Bonnihill Farms BeefiBowls Beef Recipe gently cooked frozen dog food.


Mondelez recalls select Ritz peanut butter cracker sandwiches due to mislabeling

Mondelēz Global LLC has announced a voluntary recall of 70 cases of RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches distributed in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Arkansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Alabama.


OFAC fines New York firm $7 million for violating Russia-related sanctions

The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has imposed a penalty of $7,139,305 on Gracetown Inc., a property management company based in New York.


G7 group releases guidelines for collective cyber incident response in finance

The G7 Cyber Expert Group, co-chaired by the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Bank of England, has released a policy paper outlining fundamental elements for collective cyber incident response and recovery in the financial sector.


Treasury sanctions entertainment-linked network supporting Venezuelan terrorist group Tren de Aragua

The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has imposed sanctions on several individuals and entities connected to the Venezuelan organization Tren de Aragua (TdA), which is designated as a Foreign Terrorist...


Presidential message marks anniversary of ratification of 13th Amendment

On December 6, the United States marked the 160th anniversary of the ratification of the 13th Amendment, which formally abolished slavery and involuntary servitude except as punishment for a crime.


Trump signs executive order targeting price fixing in food supply chain

President Donald J. Trump has signed an Executive Order aimed at addressing concerns over price fixing, anti-competitive practices, and foreign influence within the U.S. food supply chain.