News published on Federal Newswire in May 2025

News from May 2025


Department of Defense annual report reveals decline in sexual assault reports for FY 2024

The Department of Defense issued its Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Report on Sexual Assault in the Military, detailing data on sexual assault reports and updates on the department's preventative and supportive measures.


El Paso man pleads guilty to smuggling and money laundering operations

An El Paso, Texas, man has admitted to federal charges related to a large-scale human smuggling and money laundering operation.


ICE Boston and DEA capture fugitive convicted of homicide and firearms crime in Brazil

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in collaboration with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), recently captured a criminal fugitive sought by Brazilian authorities.



Mike Waltz nominated as UN ambassador, Rubio to be National Security Advisor

President Trump's administration has announced a significant diplomatic reshuffle.


Rubio discusses regional issues with Dominican leader

Today, Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a discussion with President Luis Abinader of the Dominican Republic.


Secretary Rubio speaks with Trinidad's Prime Minister to discuss regional security

Today, Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a conversation with Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar of Trinidad and Tobago.


State Department report highlights compliance issues in international child abduction cases

The Department of State has released its 2025 Annual Report on International Child Abduction, presenting its efforts to prevent and address international parental child abduction.


Labor Secretary supports Trump's fiscal budget focusing on American workers

U.S. Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer expressed her support for President Donald Trump's Fiscal Year 2026 Discretionary Budget Request through an official statement.


April 2025 jobs report reflects strong U.S. growth amid new policies

U.S. Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer commented on the April 2025 Employment Situation Report, marking just over 100 days into President Trump's term.


Secretary McMahon visits SLAM charter school to promote educational choice

U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon visited the Sports Leadership Arts Management (SLAM) charter school in Miami, Florida, on May 2, 2025.


Education department investigates racial policies in Evanston-Skokie School District 65

The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has initiated an investigation into Evanston-Skokie School District 65 for purportedly violating Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.


Trump FY 2026 budget proposal shifts education focus to states and school choice

Today, Secretary of Education Linda McMahon addressed President Trump's Fiscal Year 2026 “Skinny Budget” proposal.


Secretary Rollins cancels $5.5 billion in grants and contracts in first 100 days

In the first 100 days of the Trump Administration, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins has focused on reversing the previous administration's initiatives.


Secretary Rollins promotes Make America Healthy Again in first 100 days

In the initial phase of the Trump Administration, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins has undertaken significant initiatives to bolster President Donald J. Trump's efforts to enhance the nation's health through the Make America Healthy...


United States and Mexico agree on screwworm eradication measures

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins today reported that Mexico has agreed to lift restrictions on USDA aircraft and waive customs duties on equipment for addressing the New World Screwworm (NWS).


USDA intensifies efforts to combat SNAP benefit fraud

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) officials joined forces with federal law enforcement this week to combat SNAP benefit fraud.


Trump submits FY 2026 budget proposal to Congress

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins released a statement following President Donald J. Trump's submission of the FY 2026 budget proposal to Congress. ---


Department of Labor seeks janitorial workers owed $3.8M after wage violation case

The U.S. Department of Labor is in the process of locating hundreds of workers who are entitled to a portion of over $3.8 million in unpaid overtime wages.


ICE Philadelphia assists in removing over 130 Central Asian illegal aliens

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Philadelphia recently conducted a significant operation that resulted in the removal of 90 illegal aliens originating from Central Asia.