News published on Federal Newswire in July 2025

News from July 2025


Subcommittee plans hearing on bid protest reform

Subcommittee on Government Operations Chairman Pete Sessions has announced a hearing titled "Bid Protest Reform: Understanding the Problem."


Progreso CBP detains fugitive wanted for sexual assault

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Progreso Port of Entry in Texas have detained a man wanted on a felony warrant for an alleged sexual crime in Austin.


Ice faces sharp rise in assaults amid rising tensions

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has reported a significant increase in assaults on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials.


Cbps' June statistics reveal low illegal crossings and increased drug seizures

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has released its operational statistics for June 2025, showing significant achievements in border enforcement.


CBP seizes over $990K in cocaine at Laredo Port

LAREDO, Texas - Officers from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Office of Field Operations at the Laredo Port of Entry have seized cocaine valued at over $996,000.


ICE arrests highlight focus on removing dangerous criminals

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has arrested several criminal illegal aliens with significant criminal histories.


Coast Guard seizes over 240K pounds of cocaine since start of Trump administration

The U.S. Coast Guard has announced a significant increase in its drug interdiction efforts, reporting the seizure of 242,244 pounds of cocaine since January 20th under President Trump's administration.


Army veteran transitions from combat medic to CBP analyst

U.S. Army veteran Christian Koscinski's journey to a career with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) began in high school when he visited a recruiting station with his father.


Brownsville CBP intercepts illegal freon shipment; arrests driver

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Brownsville Port of Entry seized freon and 12,000 counterfeit vehicle registration stickers in a recent enforcement action.


DHS updates on arrests during California marijuana site operations

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has provided an update on a recent operation conducted by U.S. Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) at marijuana grow sites in California.


DHS addresses claims about inadequate meals at ICE detention centers

Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) addressed allegations regarding food provisions at Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facilities.


Congressman accused of inciting violence against ICE employee during California operation

U.S. Representative Salud Carbajal has been accused of inciting violence against an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) employee during a law enforcement operation at a marijuana facility in Carpinteria, California.


ICE arrests over 360 during marijuana site operation in California

DHS has released an update on a significant operation by U.S. Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) at two marijuana grow sites in California.


Paid leave complexities: navigating federal & state obligations

Knowing when employee time off is required to be paid or unpaid can be complex, especially for small businesses.


AI transforms US-China educational landscape: Embracing creativity for future competitiveness

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping education, with significant implications for the United States and China.


Tokenized in America report highlights top US states in blockchain innovation

Texas, Arizona, and Utah have been recognized as leaders in blockchain policy and innovation according to a new scorecard launched by Chainlink and the Blockchain Association.


US Department of Labor updates OSHA guidelines for small business penalties

The U.S. Department of Labor has announced updates to its penalty and debt collection procedures in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) Field Operations Manual.


US Departments collaborate on integrated education-workforce initiative

Today, the U.S. Departments of Labor and Education announced a new partnership aimed at creating an integrated federal education and workforce system.


U.S. Department of Education investigates University of Michigan over foreign funding disclosures

The U.S. Department of Education's Office of the General Counsel has initiated an investigation into the University of Michigan concerning foreign funding disclosures.


U.S. Departments announce partnership for integrated education-workforce system

Today, the U.S. Departments of Education (ED) and Labor (DOL) announced a new workforce development partnership aimed at creating an integrated federal education and workforce system.