News published on Federal Newswire in July 2025

News from July 2025


Mexican man sentenced for illegal reentry under Operation Take Back America

A Mexican national, Jose Luz Rojas-Flores, has been sentenced to time served of 73 days in prison for illegal reentry into the United States.


Honduran man sentenced for illegal reentry; part of Operation Take Back America

A Honduran national, Enys Jose Rosales-Lara, 39, was sentenced to time served of 74 days in prison for illegal reentry into the United States.


Senators introduce bill for portable benefits access among independent workers

U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, Tim Scott, and Rand Paul have introduced a legislative package aimed at updating federal labor laws to enable 27 million independent workers to access portable workplace benefits such as health care and retirement plans.


North Versailles man sentenced to over ten years for firearm possession

A North Versailles resident has been sentenced to over 10 years in federal prison for firearm possession as a convicted felon.


Trump extends reciprocal tariff rate modifications until August

By the authority vested in him as President, Donald J. Trump has extended the modification of reciprocal tariff rates, a measure initially outlined in Executive Order 14257.


Union City man pleads guilty to COVID-19 tax fraud scheme

A Union City truck driver has pleaded guilty to a mail fraud scheme involving fraudulent COVID-19 employment tax credits.


Registered sex offender sentenced to twelve years for possession of child pornography

Damian Quillinan, a 50-year-old resident of Broadalbin, New York, has been sentenced to twelve years in prison for possessing an image of child sexual exploitation material.


Guatemalan national faces charges over repeated illegal entries into the United States

A Guatemalan national residing unlawfully in Springfield, Massachusetts, has been charged with illegal reentry into the United States after deportation.


Former Northridge agent imprisoned for $3.7 million fine art insurance scam

A Nevada woman has been sentenced to 50 months in federal prison for defrauding a lender of $3.7 million through false applications for fine art insurance policies.


FEMA activated in Texas after major disaster declaration due to severe storms

FEMA has been activated in Texas following the announcement of a Major Disaster Declaration by President Trump.


Donald J. Trump promotes subscriber recognition on Truth Social

Former President Donald J. Trump uses Truth Social to engage with supporters by recognizing new subscribers and promoting their growth among his extensive follower base.


House committee marks Dalai Lama's birthday, criticizes China's policies in Tibet

On the occasion of the 14th Dalai Lama's 90th birthday celebrations, members of the House Select Committee on China have expressed their support for Tibetan Americans and Tibetans globally.


Deportation to South Sudan completed after legal delays

After weeks of legal delays, the Department of Homeland Security has deported eight individuals to South Sudan.


Secret Service marks its 160th anniversary with record recruitment

The United States Secret Service, a division of the Department of Homeland Security, is celebrating its 160th anniversary.


United States marks anniversary of Battle of Chippawa

On July 5, 1814, the Battle of Chippawa marked a significant moment in American history.


Transportation Secretary launches national road safety initiative targeting arterial roads

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has initiated a national roadway safety program aimed at enhancing mobility and safety on roads across the country.


Middle Georgia State University joins enhanced air traffic controller training program

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has announced that Middle Georgia State University will join the Enhanced Air Traffic – Collegiate Training Initiative (AT-CTI) program.


Concerns raised over Federal Bureau of Prisons' use of restraints on inmates

The Department of Justice's Office of the Inspector General (DOJ OIG) has issued a Management Advisory Memorandum addressing concerns about the Federal Bureau of Prisons' (BOP) policies on using restraints on inmates.


DOJ OIG evaluates FBI's efforts against ubiquitous technical surveillance

The Department of Justice Office of the Inspector General (DOJ OIG) has released a report evaluating the Federal Bureau of Investigation's (FBI) efforts to mitigate the effects of Ubiquitous Technical Surveillance (UTS).


Amistad Dam international crossing closed temporarily due to maintenance

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has announced a temporary suspension of operations at the Amistad Dam International crossing, located on Texas Spur 349 in Del Rio, Texas.