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News from March 2025


Biological Weapons Convention celebrates five decades of international security efforts

The Biological Weapons Convention (BWC) marks its 50th anniversary, serving as a crucial element in international security by preventing the use of biological weapons.


Rubio discusses regional security and energy cooperation with Barbados PM

Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently held a meeting with Prime Minister Mia Mottley of Barbados to discuss the longstanding relationship between the United States and Barbados.


U.S., Mexico reaffirm commitment to enhance security cooperation

Today, Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau engaged in a conversation with Mexican Foreign Secretary Juan Ramón de la Fuente to emphasize the United States' commitment to enhancing security cooperation between the two nations.


Secretary Rubio discusses Haiti's security situation with President Jean

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with Haitian Transitional Presidential Council President Fritz Alphonse Jean in Kingston, Jamaica.


Rubio meets with Trinidad and Tobago's Prime Minister to discuss regional security

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Stuart Young in Kingston, Jamaica.


U.S. Department reopens student loan repayment and consolidation applications

The U.S. Department of Education's Office of Federal Student Aid (FSA) has reopened the online applications for income-driven repayment (IDR) plans and loan consolidation.


U.S. Education Dept probes California schools over FERPA concerns

The U.S. Department of Education has initiated an investigation into the California Department of Education for alleged breaches of the Family Educational Rights Privacy Act (FERPA).


Department of Education revokes waivers for California and Oregon universities' use of federal funding

The U.S. Department of Education has taken action to revoke waivers granted to colleges and universities in California and Oregon.


Dr. Jaye L. Hamby appointed director of USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture

Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced Dr. Jaye L. Hamby as the new Director of the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA).


University of Maine System complies with Title IX following USDA review

The University of Maine System (UMaine) has affirmed its compliance with Title IX regulations following a review by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).


Secretary Rollins underscores importance of agriculture on National Agriculture Day

Today, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins marked National Agriculture Day by emphasizing the critical role of American farmers, ranchers, and producers.


USDA announces new leadership appointments within its FPAC mission area

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced new presidential appointments to the Farm Production and Conservation (FPAC) mission area, which is integral in delivering USDA programs directly to farmers and ranchers.


USDA announces $280M grant amid severe Rio Grande Valley water shortages

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins has announced a significant financial intervention to aid agricultural producers in the Rio Grande Valley.


USDA reports progress in strategy against avian flu; egg prices fall

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins provided an update on the USDA's five-pronged strategy to combat avian influenza and reduce egg prices.


Korean Air inks $32 billion deal with Boeing and GE Aerospace

On Friday, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick presided over a signing ceremony for a significant commercial agreement between Korean Air and U.S. aviation companies Boeing and GE Aerospace.


FDA approves Soleno Therapeutics drug to treat Prader-Willi Syndrome

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) this week approved Vykat XR, developed by Soleno Therapeutics, as the first treatment for Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS).


Jack Kemp Foundation white paper: Progressive sales tax could spur growth, reduce need for welfare

A policy paper from the Jack Kemp Foundation, published on March 24, argues that making sales taxes more progressive could enhance economic growth by increasing disposable income for low-income households.


ICE arrests Guatemalan national with child sexual battery conviction in New York City

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents have arrested Abel Osbaldo Mendez, a 29-year-old Guatemalan national, in New York City.


Weekend Interview: Eyes Wide Open with Jim Gilmore on Putin, Ukraine, and the Stakes for the West

Jim Gilmore, former Governor of Virginia and U.S. Ambassador to the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe during the first Trump administration, has a particular viewpoint on Ukraine.


ICE arrests 370 alien offenders during Massachusetts operation targeting organized crime

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and federal law enforcement agencies conducted an enhanced operation in Massachusetts, leading to the arrest of 370 illegal aliens.