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News from March 2025


US sanctions Iranian officials over Robert Levinson's disappearance

The United States has imposed sanctions on three officials from the Iranian Ministry of Intelligence and Security (MOIS) due to their involvement in the abduction, detention, and probable death of former FBI Special Agent Robert A. Levinson.


Columbia takes first steps toward restoring federal funding amid anti-Semitism concerns

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Department of Education (ED), and the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) have acknowledged Columbia University's steps towards meeting the Joint Task Force to Combat Anti-Semitism's...


HUD cancels $4 million in DEI contracts under new task force initiative

Today, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced that Secretary Scott Turner has canceled $4 million in contracts related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).


HUD forms DOGE Task Force to oversee spending efficiency

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the formation of a new task force aimed at scrutinizing its financial practices.


Secretary Turner announces termination of Biden-era AFFH rule

Today, Secretary Scott Turner of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced the termination of the 2021 Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH) rule, introduced during the Biden administration.


HUD halts enforcement of gender identity rule under Secretary Scott Turner

Secretary Scott Turner has directed the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to stop enforcement actions related to a 2016 rule concerning gender identity in housing programs.


HUD allocates $2.5M for hurricane-affected states

Under the leadership of Secretary Scott Turner, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has allocated nearly $2.5 million in Rapid Unsheltered Survivor Housing (RUSH) funding to assist those affected by recent hurricanes and...


HUD criticizes Asheville's disaster relief plan over DEI criteria

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner has voiced disapproval over the inclusion of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) criteria in Asheville's draft disaster relief plan for Hurricane Helene.


HUD simplifies disaster recovery process with updated universal notice

U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner has announced a new initiative to streamline the department's disaster recovery processes.


HUD recovers misplaced funds; ends DEI contracts

U.S. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Scott Turner appeared on Fox & Friends to discuss several significant changes at HUD.


Secretary Turner halts enforcement of gender identity rule at HUD

Secretary Scott Turner has directed the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to cease enforcement actions concerning the 2016 rule, "Equal Access in Accordance With an Individual’s Gender Identity in Community Planning and...


Scott Turner discusses policy changes on The Charlie Kirk Show

Secretary Scott Turner recently appeared on The Charlie Kirk Show to discuss various initiatives aimed at revising policies within the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).


Scott Turner confirmed as new HUD Secretary by Senate

Scott Turner has been confirmed as the 19th Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) following a Senate vote of 55-44.


HUD Secretary discusses ending housing regulation on 'Kudlow

U.S. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Scott Turner appeared on Fox Business Network's 'Kudlow' to discuss the termination of the Obama-Biden Era Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH) rule.


Innovative Housing Showcase returns amid US independence celebrations

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the return of its Innovative Housing Showcase, set to take place from May 30 to June 1 on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. This year's event will commemorate significant...


Federal task force aims to use federal lands for affordable housing

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner and U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) Secretary Doug Burgum have announced a Joint Task Force aimed at utilizing federal lands for affordable housing development.


Scott Turner confirmed as HUD Secretary amid bipartisan support

Scott Turner has been confirmed as the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) by the United States Senate.


HUD recovers $1.9 billion misplaced under Biden administration

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the recovery of $1.9 billion in funds that were previously misplaced.


Customs intercepts over 100k unapproved pills at Cincinnati port

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Cincinnati Port of Entry have seized six packages containing Artri King tablets, an unapproved drug prohibited by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).


CBP seizes cocaine worth $400K on ferry arriving in San Juan

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers recently seized 51 pounds of cocaine on the M/V Kydon ferry, which arrived at the Pan-American Dock East in San Juan from Santo Domingo.