News published on Federal Newswire in March 2025

News from March 2025


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.


US imposes tariffs on nations importing Venezuelan oil

The United States government has announced its intention to impose tariffs on countries whose oil companies engage in the production, extraction, or exportation of oil and related products with Venezuela's Maduro regime.


Rubio discusses regional security with Kenyan President Ruto

Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a conversation with Kenyan President William Ruto.


Rubio's Caribbean trip aims at strengthening regional ties

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to visit Jamaica, Guyana, and Suriname from March 26 to 27.


US congratulates Bangladesh on Independence Day amid election preparations

On behalf of the United States, congratulations are extended to the people of Bangladesh as they celebrate their independence day on March 26.


Rubio and Pashinyan discuss regional peace and security

Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently engaged in a conversation with Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, focusing on their mutual interests as strategic partners.


Rubio discusses Baltic security with Estonian, Latvian, and Lithuanian foreign ministers

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting in Washington, D.C., with the foreign ministers of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania.


ICE arrests Salvadoran man after release from New York facility

Osmin Guevara-Ramirez, a 32-year-old individual from El Salvador, has been arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after his release from the Wyoming Correctional Facility in Attica, New York, on March 28.


Secretary Rubio meets Turkish Foreign Minister Fidan on security and trade

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held discussions with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, focusing on security and trade cooperation.