News published on Federal Newswire in December 2025

News from December 2025


United States joins allies at French headquarters for Combined Space Operations talks

U.S. military officials met with representatives from nine allied nations at the new French Space Command Headquarters to discuss the Combined Space Operations (CSpO) Initiative.


Federal investigation finds safety violations at Georgia engineering firm

U.S. Department of Labor investigators have found that Hyoungwon E&C America Inc., an engineering and construction company, exposed its workers to safety hazards.


Pennsylvania invests $220M in SEPTA after federal safety warnings

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has announced a $220 million investment from Pennsylvania to address safety concerns with the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA).


Weekend Interview: David Arakhamia says Ukraine needs real guarantees for a dignified peace

Ukraine is confronting another winter of strikes on power stations while diplomats debate a new peace plan and Western governments tighten sanctions on Moscow.


Rep. Guthrie announces support for rollback of Biden EV mandate

The House Committee on Energy and Commerce has announced that Chairman Brett Guthrie supports a proposal by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to revise fuel economy standards and end a Biden-era electric vehicle (EV) mandate.


Border encounters hit record low at start of fiscal year under new administration

In October, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) recorded 7,989 apprehensions at the Southwest border, a significant decrease compared to previous years.


Texas man pleads guilty to illegal sales of anti-materiel rifles

A Texas man has pleaded guilty to federal charges related to the unlawful dealing of anti-materiel rifles, according to the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Colorado.


PVARA Chairman on Crypto and Blockchain: 'This technology offers many opportunities, like banking the unbanked'

Bilal Bin Saqib, Chairman of the Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA), emphasized the potential of emerging digital economies to unlock new financial pathways through blockchain and inclusive regulatory frameworks.


Palatka resident indicted for alleged bank robbery in Ocala

A man from Palatka, Florida, has been indicted on charges of bank robbery.


Senators Risch and Shaheen comment on DRC-Rwanda peace agreement

U.S. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), who serve as chairman and ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued a joint statement on the recent signing of the Washington Accords for Peace and Prosperity...


Durbin meets Chicago faith leaders amid concerns over Operation Midway Blitz

U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, who serves as Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, met with members of Priests for Justice for Immigrants and the Coalition for Spiritual and Public Leadership from the Chicago area to discuss...


Federal grand jury indicts Gadsden man for illegal firearm possession

A federal grand jury has indicted Michael Lee Kelton, 44, of Gadsden, Alabama, for allegedly possessing a firearm as a convicted felon.


Box Elder man pleads not guilty to conspiracy charge after reservation robbery

A Box Elder man, Gordon George Denny, Jr., 30, has been arraigned on charges related to a robbery that allegedly occurred on the Rocky Boy’s Indian Reservation.


Binance CEO on US crypto shift: ‘Clear regulation will bring more trust and adoption to the industry’

Richard Teng, Chief Executive Officer of Binance, said that the United States has transitioned from an anti-crypto stance to a position aiming for global leadership in cryptocurrency.


Border crossings fall to historic lows for seventh straight month

Border crossings in the United States have reached a new record low for November 2025, according to preliminary data released by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).


California lobbyist pleads guilty in campaign fund theft scheme

California lobbyist Greg Campbell, 52, and former chief of staff Sean McCluskie, 56, both from Davis, have pleaded guilty to conspiracy charges related to bank and wire fraud.


Secret Service anti-skimming sweep removes illegal devices from Orlando-area businesses

The U.S. Secret Service, in coordination with local law enforcement agencies, conducted a two-day operation in the Orlando area aimed at stopping illegal payment card skimming and Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) fraud.


Brooklyn man charged with sex trafficking across multiple states

A Brooklyn man, Kaleem Nurse, also known as “Consistent,” has been indicted on charges of sex trafficking by force, fraud, and coercion, interstate prostitution, and promotion of prostitution.


Billings doctor receives probation for arranging commercial sex with minor

A Billings physician, Usman Hanif Khan, was sentenced to 24 months of probation and ordered to pay a $100,000 fine after pleading guilty to using a cell phone to arrange commercial sex.


United States signs first global health strategy agreement with Kenya

Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Kenyan President William Ruto met to sign a new Health Framework of Cooperation, marking the first agreement under the United States' America First Global Health Strategy.