News published on Federal Newswire in February 2025

News from February 2025


Amo black hawk crew rescues injured hunter in Arizona

Air and Marine Operations (AMO) and Border Patrol Search, Trauma, and Rescue (BORSTAR) conducted an air rescue operation for an injured hunter in rugged terrain near Arivaca, Arizona.


Rubio discusses Ukraine conflict resolution with Foreign Minister Sybiha

Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently engaged in a conversation with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha.


Donald J. Trump shares updates on hostage release and engages followers

Donald J. Trump recently posted on Truth Social about the release of a hostage by Hamas and engaged followers with a poll invitation.


Donald J. Trump tweets links and CPAC announcement

On February 22, 2025, Donald J. Trump shared several posts via Truth Social including links and an announcement regarding his speaking engagement at CPAC.


US celebrates Saint Lucia's 46th independence anniversary

On February 22, 2025, Marco Rubio, the Secretary of State, issued a statement congratulating the people of Saint Lucia on their 46th anniversary of independence.


Brooke Rollins concludes busy first week as U.S. Agriculture Secretary

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins concluded her first week in office with a series of engagements across multiple states, focusing on key agricultural issues and policy initiatives.


Donald J. Trump's latest posts critique media and highlight border security

Former President Donald J. Trump shared several posts on Truth Social on February 21st discussing Elon Musk's performance and criticizing MSNBC as a threat to democracy while affirming that the southern border is closed.


Former reservist sentenced for theft of government funds

Cody Francis, a former Army Reservist from New Orleans, was sentenced on February 13, 2025, for conspiracy to commit theft of government funds.


OPINION: Preserving Freedom in the Face of Economic Threats from China

As the executive director of the Lincoln Business Club and a staunch advocate for economic liberty, I am acutely aware of the growing economic might of China and its implications for the United States.


PACT: MS-13 expands crimes to insurance fraud and legal system abuse

Consumer advocacy group Protecting American Consumers Together (PACT) has issued a warning regarding the growing involvement of the gang MS-13 in organized insurance fraud and legal system abuse.


PACT: U.S. reinforces MS-13’s terrorist designation over insurance fraud schemes

Protecting American Consumers Together (PACT) has announced that the U.S. State Department has reinforced its terrorist designation of the gang MS-13.


Weekend Interview: Eyal Yakoby Challenges Media Misinformation & Antisemitism

Eyal Yakoby, a rising voice among Generation Z, is proving that young people can play a critical role in shaping the political and cultural discourse of our time. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania and an incoming student at MIT, Yakoby has gained prominence as an online influencer with over 90,000 followers on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram. But his influence extends beyond social media.


Weekend Interview: Brenda Hafera on Preserving American History and Values

Brenda Hafera, Assistant Director and Senior Policy Analyst at the Heritage Foundation's Simons Center for American Studies, has spent her career studying, preserving, and advocating for America’s founding principles. In a recent interview, she shared her insights into patriotism, historical education, and the ongoing cultural battles over America's national identity.


State Department designates MS-13 as foreign terrorist organization

Yesterday, the State Department officially designated the violent gang MS-13 as a foreign terrorist organization.


ICE apprehends Brazilian gang member convicted in Massachusetts

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in collaboration with the Federal Bureau of Investigations, the Drug Enforcement Administration, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, has arrested a Brazilian national during...


Two Rock Hill men sentenced for roles in drug distribution conspiracy

Emmanuel Deon Foster and Bobby Antoinios Hall, both residents of Rock Hill, have been sentenced to federal prison for their roles in a drug distribution conspiracy.


Mexican national sentenced to five years for illegal reentry after multiple deportations

Fermin Ortuno Valdovinos, a 47-year-old resident of Summerville, South Carolina, has been sentenced to five years in federal prison for illegal reentry into the United States after removal.


Florida men face federal charges for drugs and firearms offenses

Two men from Perry, Florida, Tavariss Davis and Tobey Fitchett, have been indicted on federal drug and gun charges.


Washington man receives 15-year sentence for stabbing outside shelter

Willie Byrd, a 61-year-old resident of Washington D.C., has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for a stabbing incident that occurred outside a shelter in February 2023.


Man sentenced to prison for robbing elderly man at D.C. McDonald's

Aaron Herndon, a 39-year-old resident of Suitland, Maryland, received an 18-month prison sentence for robbing an elderly man in Northwest D.C. The sentencing was announced by U.S. Attorney Edward R. Martin, Jr. and Chief Pamela Smith of the...