News published on Federal Newswire in May 2025

News from May 2025


Operation Magnolia leads to arrests along I-10 corridor

U.S. Border Patrol's New Orleans Sector, in collaboration with Homeland Security Investigations and local law enforcement, conducted Operation Magnolia to address illegal immigration across the Interstate-10 corridor in Mississippi.


Laredo SENTRI Enrollment Center undergoes renovation to improve traveler experience

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Office of Field Operations, has announced the renovation of the Secure Electronic Network Inspection (SENTRI) Enrollment Center at the Laredo Port of Entry.


CBP seizes $190K worth of counterfeit goods at Rochester port

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Rochester Port of Entry recently seized counterfeit designer items over a four-day period in April.


CBP seizes meth hidden in car at El Paso border crossing

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Paso Del Norte port of entry in El Paso seized 70.4 pounds of methamphetamine on May 4.


CBP seizes over 4,000 rounds of ammunition at El Paso port

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Bridge of the Americas international crossing in El Paso seized 4,030 rounds of ammunition on May 1.


Second Continental Congress's historic first meeting marks its 250th anniversary

On May 10, 1775, the Second Continental Congress convened at Independence Hall in Philadelphia.


Donald J. Trump announces new executive order on self-deportation program

Former President Donald J. Trump used his Truth Social platform on May 10, 2025, to announce an Executive Order introducing a self-deportation program targeting illegal immigrants in the United States.


Donald J. Trump shares thoughts and endorsements on Truth Social

Former President Donald J. Trump took to Truth Social on May 10, 2025, sharing messages that included an endorsement for Scott Jennings' new book inspired by Trump's inaugural address.


Interior secures short-term deals for Colorado River conservation

The Department of the Interior and the Bureau of Reclamation have announced progress in securing short-term health for the Colorado River System through 18 new agreements.


Secretary Burgum visits Brooklyn facilities to discuss energy and community use

Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum concluded a day-long visit to Brooklyn, New York, which began at a natural gas facility and ended with meetings with local families at Floyd Bennett Field.


Duffy approves $3.2 billion in infrastructure grants to tackle project backlog

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has announced the approval of 180 new infrastructure grants totaling over $3.2 billion.


Agriculture leaders discuss FY26 budget with Secretary Rollins

Today, Agriculture Subcommittee Chairman Andy Harris and Committee Chairman Tom Cole engaged in an oversight hearing with Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins.


Trump administration finalizes $550M grant for Alabama's I-10 bridge project

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has finalized a grant agreement enabling the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) to commence work on the I-10 Mobile River Bridge and Bayway Multimodal Project.


FAA addresses operational challenges at Newark Liberty International Airport

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has been addressing various operational challenges at Newark Liberty International Airport.


DOT unveils plan for state-of-the-art air traffic control system

U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has introduced a plan to develop a new air traffic control system aimed at improving safety and reducing delays in air travel.


Meeting set to address delay reduction at Newark Liberty International Airport

Transportation Secretary Duffy and acting FAA Administrator Rocheleau have instructed the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to announce a meeting aimed at reducing delays at Newark Liberty International Airport.


CBP seizes live poultry and insects at Juarez-Lincoln Bridge

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers and agriculture specialists at the Juarez-Lincoln Bridge in Laredo, Texas, recently uncovered live poultry and over 100 live insects in two separate enforcement actions.


Migrant dies from environmental exposure in Dimmit County

On September 20, 2024, a distress call was made to the Dimmit County 911 center at around 4:08 a.m. The caller reported being lost and requested help for another individual who was convulsing and unresponsive.


Mexican woman dies in Arizona crash during suspected human smuggling attempt

A woman from Mexico died following a vehicle crash in Arizona during an attempted human smuggling operation.


Four Uzbek nationals intercepted off Vieques coast by AMO

Air and Marine Operations (AMO), part of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, intercepted a vessel on Wednesday carrying four individuals from Uzbekistan who were attempting to enter Vieques, Puerto Rico.