News published on Federal Newswire in March 2025

News from March 2025


Nogales man sentenced to a decade in prison for meth distribution conspiracy

A Nogales man, Sergio Humberto Ramos, aged 73, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison followed by five years of supervised release.


HUD ends FHA loans for non-permanent residents, aligns policy with Trump's executive orders

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has decided to revise its residency requirements for FHA-insured mortgages.


Department of Education issues compliance directive to schools under parental rights laws

On March 28, 2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s Student Privacy Policy Office (SPPO) issued a Dear Colleague Letter (DCL) directed at Chief State School Officers and Superintendents in schools receiving federal funds.


Task Force acknowledges Columbia University's efforts in addressing anti-Semitism

Today, the Task Force to Combat Anti-Semitism issued a statement acknowledging Columbia University's actions to address the situation at hand.


U.S. Department of Education investigates Maine for FERPA violations involving student gender policies

The U.S. Department of Education's Student Privacy Policy Office (SPPO) has initiated an investigation into the Maine Department of Education.


WEEKEND INTERVIEW: Yair Levi is an Elite Soldier and a Musician with a Mission

Yair Levi, an Israeli singer, songwriter, and music producer, is based in Tel Aviv.


Doge announces new changes to Small Business Administration to combat fraud

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has announced that the Small Business Administration (SBA) will now require the collection of dates of birth for all direct loan applications.


DOGE announces cancellation of $577M in foreign grants

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has announced the cancellation of $577 million in foreign grants, resulting in savings of $237 million by cutting programs at various locations worldwide.


U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in collaboration with federal, state, and local law enforcement, arrested 72 illegal aliens during a strategic enforcement operation in the Rio Grande Valley area from March 16 to 22.


Brazilian national in ICE custody on assault and battery charges in Massachusetts

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials have taken custody of a Brazilian national who was earlier charged with assault and battery on a family member in Massachusetts.


Department of Labor cancels $577M in foreign grants, redirects funds to U.S. priorities

The U.S. Department of Labor has announced the cancellation of $577 million in international grants, redirecting $237 million in savings back to domestic priorities.


ICE Denver removes Salvadoran fugitive wanted for homicide and robbery

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has deported Jose Eduardo Moran-Garcia, a 28-year-old Salvadoran national and foreign fugitive, to El Salvador.


Secretary Burgum: DOGE working 'tirelessly' to 'save taxpayer dollars and help balance the federal budget'

Doug Burgum, Secretary of the Interior, said that the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is working "to save taxpayer dollars and help balance the federal budget."


USAID to reorganize, aligning aid with Trump administration's priorities

Foreign assistance programs are undergoing a shift in the U.S. as the Trump administration seeks to align these programs more closely with American interests.


Michael Faulkender confirmed as Deputy Secretary of the Treasury

Yesterday, the United States Senate confirmed Michael Faulkender as the Deputy Secretary of the Treasury. “It is an honor to be confirmed as the Deputy Secretary of the United States Department of the Treasury.


Treasury Secretary hosts 'Big Six' meeting on extending Trump Tax Cuts

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent organized a meeting with the "Big 6" group at the U.S. Department of Treasury today.


Deputy Secretary Landau discusses NATO defense spending with Spanish counterpart

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau engaged in a conversation with Spanish State Secretary for Foreign and Global Affairs Diego Martínez Belío, as confirmed by Spokesperson Tammy Bruce.


Step forward in US-Guyana relations as Rubio meets President Ali

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Guyanese President Irfaan Ali to discuss bilateral relations between the United States and Guyana.


Deputy Secretary Landau emphasizes U.S.-Paraguay ties and cooperation in call with Ramírez

Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau held a conversation with Paraguayan Minister of Foreign Affairs, Rubén Ramírez Lezcano.


U.S. and Argentina reaffirm space partnership after bilateral consultations

The United States and Argentina have reaffirmed their commitment to peaceful and responsible space exploration.