News published on Federal Newswire in December 2025

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s (CFTC) Market Participants Division has issued a no-action letter in response to a request from the Managed Funds Association.

CFTC launches pilot program aimed at boosting liquidity in energy swaps market

Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Acting Chairman Caroline D. Pham has announced a new pilot program aimed at increasing liquidity and improving risk management for energy commodity end users in the swaps market.

CFTC acting chairman welcomes IOSCO report on pre-hedging practices

As Acting Chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), Caroline D. Pham welcomed the International Organization of Securities Commissions’ (IOSCO) final report on pre-hedging.

CFTC awards over $1.8 million to two whistleblowers for aiding fraud cases

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has announced that it will award more than $1.8 million to two whistleblowers.

Secretary Rubio congratulates Honduras president-elect Asfura, pledges closer partnership

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a call with Honduras President-Elect Nasry “Tito” Asfura to offer congratulations on his electoral win, according to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott.

President signs six congressional bills addressing environment, veterans’ land rights, youth awards

On December 26, 2025, the President signed several congressional bills into law.

President issues Christmas message highlighting faith and honoring armed forces

The President and First Lady have issued a message to Americans on Christmas Day, reflecting on the holiday’s religious significance and offering well wishes to citizens across the country.

Instacart settles with FTC, agrees to $60 million in consumer refunds over deceptive practices

Grocery delivery company Instacart has agreed to pay $60 million in consumer refunds following allegations by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) that it used deceptive practices that harmed shoppers and increased grocery costs.

Secretary Rubio calls Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet on Cambodia-Thailand conflict

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a call with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet to discuss the ongoing violence between Cambodia and Thailand.

CMS withdraws local coverage determinations for skin substitutes

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has withdrawn certain Local Coverage Determinations related to skin substitutes.

EPA concludes public input sessions on waters of the United States rule

The EPA and Army completed public listening sessions on defining "waters of the United States."

ICE arrests criminal offenders including murderers and sex offenders during holiday weekend

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers conducted a series of arrests over the weekend, targeting individuals described as some of the most serious criminal offenders among undocumented immigrants.

ICE arrests multiple noncitizens convicted of serious crimes nationwide

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced that its officers have recently arrested several individuals described as serious criminal illegal aliens across the United States, including those convicted of crimes such as unlawful...

ICE lodges detainer after fatal attack on cab driver in New York

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has lodged an arrest detainer for Santos Paulino Vasquez-Ramirez, a Guatemalan national who is facing charges of homicide and robbery in New York.

ICE announces arrests of criminal non-citizens convicted of violent offenses

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has announced the recent arrest of several individuals described as "worst of the worst criminal illegal aliens" who have been convicted of serious crimes such as burglary, bank robbery, and...

House subcommittees examine AI-driven threats amid rising global cybersecurity challenges

Subcommittee Chairmen Andy Ogles (R-TN) and Josh Brecheen (R-OK) addressed the House Committee on Homeland Security in a hearing focused on the effects of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), quantum computing, and cloud...

House Homeland Security Committee reviews anti-trafficking plans ahead of major US sporting events

House Committee on Homeland Security Vice Chairman Michael McCaul (R-TX), who also chairs the bipartisan Task Force on Enhancing Security for Special Events in the United States, delivered an opening statement at a hearing focused on preventing...

Subcommittee discusses modernization efforts for congressional constituent engagement

Chair Stephanie Bice (OK-05) delivered opening remarks at the Subcommittee on Modernization and Innovation hearing, titled "The Future of Constituent Engagement with Congress."

House subcommittee to examine union leadership representation in upcoming hearing

The Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions will hold a hearing tomorrow at 10:15 a.m. The session is titled “Ensuring Union Leaders Represent Members, Not Agendas.” Representative Rick Allen (R-GA) chairs the subcommittee.

House subcommittee to examine challenges facing youth sports in upcoming hearing