News published on Federal Newswire in May 2025

News from May 2025


Labor Department releases updated independent contractor enforcement guidelines

The U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has released a field assistance bulletin to guide the enforcement of employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act.


Department of Labor funds disaster-relief efforts and job training for Georgia's hurricane victims

The U.S. Department of Labor has announced the allocation of $2.7 million in grant funding aimed at facilitating disaster-relief efforts and providing employment and training services for residents of Georgia affected by Hurricane Helene.


Labor department funds $4M for North Carolina disaster recovery jobs

The U.S. Department of Labor has announced an allocation of $4 million to extend disaster-relief jobs and continue employment training for North Carolina residents impacted by Hurricane Helene in September 2024.


Maude family welcomed in Washington after lawfare case dismissal

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins recently hosted Charles and Heather Maude in Washington, D.C., alongside U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem and members of Congress.


Secretary Rollins outlines initiatives for farmers in Trump's first 100 days

The first 100 days of the Trump Administration have seen U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins embark on numerous initiatives aimed at supporting the country's farmers and consumers.


Secretary Rollins supports American agriculture in the first 100 days

In the first 100 days of the Trump Administration, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins has introduced several initiatives aimed at supporting American farmers and ranchers.


TSMC's third Arizona fab marks 100th day of Trump administration

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick's recent visit to the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) facility in Phoenix, Arizona, marked the groundbreaking of a third fabrication plant.


Rollins and Kennedy's Texas visit emphasizes health and agriculture partnership

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. recently visited Texas with a focus on food security and health initiatives.


WEEKEND INTERVIEW: Antisemitism From all Sides—Samuel Rodriguez’s Mission to Build a Firewall Against Hate

Pastor Samuel Rodriguez, president of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference, believes the spiritual and political future of the world hinges on one key truth: unwavering support for Israel.


OPINION: Enforce ‘Coordination' on Federal Lands to Protect America’s Most Important Values

Four decades ago, Congress directed federal agencies to coordinate their management of federal lands with the local governments directly impacted by their decisions.


FAA gears up for busy summer with new air strategies and technologies

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is gearing up for a bustling summer travel season by holding meetings with airlines, general aviation representatives, and the National Air Traffic Controllers Association.


Authorities investigate illegal immigration tied to cockfighting operations

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Agriculture and other partners, conducted search warrants on May 3 targeting illegal immigration, cockfighting, and additional criminal activities in...


Chicago CBP seizes counterfeit watches and licenses worth over $9 million

During April, Chicago U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at multiple facilities intercepted shipments containing counterfeit goods.


CBP officers at Fort Hancock seize methamphetamine and fentanyl

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at Fort Hancock port of entry have reported the seizure of significant quantities of methamphetamine and fentanyl.


DHS clarifies ICE operation against alleged smuggling property in Oklahoma City

The Department of Homeland Security has clarified details surrounding a recent search operation in Oklahoma City carried out by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).


ICE places detainers on individuals charged with violent crimes

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) recently took significant actions against two individuals accused of serious crimes.


CBP intercepts liquid meth in dog shampoo bottles at LAX

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) recently discovered 17.41 pounds of liquid methamphetamine in bottles labeled as dog shampoo.


CBP intercepts alleged child smuggling attempt at San Luis port

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Area Port of San Luis have reported an alleged child smuggling attempt on April 29.


NC State veterinary students learn agriculture inspection at Raleigh-Durham airport

Veterinary students from North Carolina State University had the chance to observe the role of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Agriculture Specialists in safeguarding American agriculture.


U.S. Customs detain man with child pornography at San Luis port

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Area Port of San Luis detained a Mexican citizen in possession of child pornography.