News published on Federal Newswire in March 2025

News from March 2025


Department of Education releases FAQs on racial preferencing guidance

The U.S. Department of Education has released a set of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) related to its February 14 Dear Colleague Letter (DCL).


Federal probe launched into allegations against Tumwater School District over Title IX violations

The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has initiated an investigation into the Tumwater School District (TSD) in Washington state.


U.S. Department of Education appoints key figures to advance Trump’s educational vision

The U.S. Department of Education has announced a new group of political appointees to aid in advancing President Trump's educational objectives, which emphasize parental empowerment and enhanced accountability within American education.


Senate confirms Linda McMahon as U.S. Secretary of Education

Today, the United States Senate confirmed Linda McMahon as the 13th Secretary of Education.


Nogales brothers arrested for human smuggling near border

TUCSON, Ariz. – Border Patrol agents from the Tucson Sector have arrested two men from Nogales for smuggling seven individuals who were illegally in the United States.


Indianapolis CBP seizes $4M worth of counterfeit jewelry headed to Nashville

On March 4, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at an Express Consignment Operations hub in Indianapolis intercepted a shipment containing counterfeit designer jewelry valued at over $4 million if the items had been genuine.


New Mexico teens arrested for human smuggling near Palominas

U.S. Border Patrol agents from the Brian A. Terry Station have arrested two teenagers from New Mexico for human smuggling near Palominas, Arizona.


CBP evacuates injured agent from remote area of southern Arizona

Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, collaborated with the U.S. Border Patrol to carry out a medical evacuation in southern Arizona.


Marine unit dedicated to fallen agent in Puerto Rico

Air and Marine Operations (AMO), part of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, dedicated the Michel O. Maceda Marine Unit in southwestern Puerto Rico on Thursday.


CBP seizes $6.2M in cocaine hidden in plastic rolls at Texas border

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Pharr International Bridge in Texas intercepted a significant shipment of cocaine valued at $6.2 million.


Baltimore seizes $72k in fake vinyl tiles from China

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers in Baltimore seized over 10,000 cases of vinyl flooring tiles on February 25, following confirmation from trademark holders that the trademarks were counterfeit.


Seattle CBP intercepts 18 pounds of meth at airport

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers from the Area Port of Seattle recently seized over 18 pounds of methamphetamine at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.


Del Rio CBP officers apprehend teenager wanted on child pornography charges

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Del Rio Port of Entry have apprehended a 17-year-old male U.S. citizen wanted on an outstanding felony warrant for possession of obscene material/child pornography.


Philadelphia CBP seizes noncompliant tractor shipped from China

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers in Philadelphia have seized a noncompliant wheeled backhoe tractor that was being shipped from China to Burlington County, New Jersey.


Border patrol intercepts nearly 200 pounds of meth on Interstate 8

U.S. Border Patrol agents from the Campo Station intercepted a significant methamphetamine smuggling attempt on Sunday night, seizing 198 pounds of the drug.


Se Busca Información" leads to arrest amid US-Mexico collaboration

Another criminal target of the “Se Busca Información” campaign has been apprehended, highlighting the ongoing cooperation between Mexico and the United States.


BNSF technology services chief Bajaj refuses comment on upcoming FCC radio frequency change

BNSF Railway Associate Vice President for Technology Services, Sunny Bajaj, has not responded to interview requests regarding the upcoming transition for the railway industry from its legacy 900 MHz spectrum.


Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent outlines America First agenda at Economic Club

Scott Bessent, the U.S. Treasury Secretary, addressed the Economic Club of New York, focusing on President Trump's America First agenda.


Treasury Secretary discusses economic priorities with German Finance Minister

U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent had an introductory call with German Finance Minister Jörg Kukies.


U.S., Israel reaffirm commitment to strengthen economic partnership

U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent and Israeli Minister of Finance Bezalel Smotrich convened on March 5, 2025, to discuss the economic partnership between their respective countries.