News published on Federal Newswire in May 2025

News from May 2025


U.S. secures expanded dairy market access with Costa Rica

Under the leadership of U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins, American dairy producers have gained increased market access in Costa Rica.


USDA announces new presidential appointments across key agencies

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins has announced a new series of presidential appointments for significant roles within the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).


Laredo CBP arrests man wanted in Minnesota for alleged rape

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Laredo Port of Entry apprehended a man wanted in Minnesota on an outstanding felony warrant for alleged rape.


Department invests $50M in Upper Colorado River Basin for sustainability

In a concerted effort to enhance water sustainability in the American West, the Department of the Interior and the Bureau of Reclamation have partnered with the Upper Colorado River Commission to deploy a $50 million investment aimed at improving...


U.S. Border Patrol celebrates 101 years amid claims of renewed mission success

The United States Border Patrol commemorates 101 years of service, marking over a century of efforts in safeguarding the nation's borders.


U.S. allocates over $1.5 billion for disaster-damaged infrastructure repairs

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has announced over $1.5 billion in federal funding to aid the repair of roads, bridges, and other transportation infrastructure damaged by natural disasters, including Hurricane Helene.


CBP detains imports from Chinese vessel over suspected forced labor

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has issued a Withhold Release Order (WRO) against Zhen Fa 7, a Chinese-flagged fishing vessel, effective May 28.


CBP intercepts cocaine smuggling attempt at El Paso port

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Bridge of the Americas international crossing in El Paso intercepted 45.2 pounds of cocaine on May 27.


Cocaine worth $318K seized by CBP at Laredo port

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Laredo Port of Entry have seized cocaine valued at over $318,000.


CBP reminds Great Lakes boaters of reporting obligations

Boating season has commenced, and the U.S. Customs and Border Protection's (CBP) Office of Field Operations is reminding pleasure boaters in the Great Lakes region about reporting requirements.


CBP arrests man at Rainbow Bridge for manslaughter charges

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Port of Buffalo, Rainbow Bridge border crossing, arrested a man from New Jersey with an active warrant issued by the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office.


Chicago Field Office announces Trade Day 2025 details

U.S. Customs and Border Protection's (CBP) Chicago Field Office is set to host Trade Day 2025 at the Hilton Oak Brooks Hills Conference Center on June 10.


Brownsville CBP detains man wanted for online solicitation

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Brownsville Port of Entry have apprehended a man wanted on an outstanding felony warrant for online solicitation of a minor in the Dallas County area.


Secretary McMahon announces findings in New York school mascot probe

U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon visited Massapequa High School to announce the conclusion of an investigation by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR).


Treasury seeks feedback on transitioning federal payments to electronic methods

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has issued a request for information (RFI) concerning Executive Order 14247, titled "Modernizing Payments To and From America’s Bank Account."


Restoration News reports U.S.-U.K. trade deal boosts British manufacturing, U.S. agriculture

Restoration News announced that the U.S.-U.K. trade framework strengthens British manufacturing and American agriculture as part of a post-Brexit realignment.


Center for Innovation and Value Research calls MFN drug pricing policy a blunt instrument

The Center for Innovation & Value Research has expressed concerns regarding the Trump administration's reinstatement of the Most Favored Nation (MFN) drug pricing policy.


Interior accelerates geothermal project approvals amid national energy emergency

The Department of the Interior has announced the implementation of emergency permitting procedures to expedite geothermal energy projects deemed critical for U.S. national security and energy independence.


FAA expands collegiate training initiative with SUNY Schenectady partnership

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has entered into an agreement with SUNY Schenectady County Community College in New York, marking the institution as the latest participant in the Enhanced Air Traffic – Collegiate Training Initiative...


Secretary Rubio discusses shared security priorities with Mexico

Today, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a conversation with Mexican Foreign Secretary Juan Ramón de la Fuente.