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News from November 2025


Multiple suspects charged in Michigan for alleged ISIS-linked terror plot

Last Friday, the FBI arrested several individuals who are now facing charges related to possessing firearms as part of an alleged conspiracy to provide material support to ISIS.


EPA begins cleanup of uranium mine waste at Lukachukai Superfund Site

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has commenced the cleanup of uranium mine waste at the Mesa V complex in the Lukachukai Mountains on the Navajo Nation.


Three men receive over 100-year sentences each for D.C. Labor Day weekend triple homicide

Six people were sentenced in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia on Thursday for their roles in a 2021 triple homicide that took place during Labor Day weekend.


Senate Aging Committee to hold hearing on reauthorizing Older Americans Act

Senator Rick Scott, chair of the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging, and Ranking Member Kirsten Gillibrand will lead a hearing on November 5 focused on the reauthorization of the Older Americans Act (OAA).


Mount Vernon man convicted for trafficking minor; sentencing set for February

A jury has found Rai Thomas, 31, of Mount Vernon, New York, guilty of sex trafficking a minor and using interstate facilities to promote sex trafficking and prostitution.


John L. Thornton China Center to host event on Fourth Plenum and China’s economic policy

The John L. Thornton China Center at the Brookings Institution will host a public event on November 3 to discuss the outcomes of the Fourth Plenum and their implications for China's economic direction.


Blockchain Association responds to BPI letters on OCC national trust charters

The Blockchain Association has responded to recent correspondence from the Bank Policy Institute (BPI) to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) concerning national trust charters.


ICE arrests multiple individuals with serious convictions during weekend operation

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced the arrest of several individuals described as criminal illegal aliens over the weekend.


Alabama men convicted in multi-year sex trafficking case involving minors

A federal jury in the Middle District of Alabama has convicted Kimani Jones, 32, also known as “Statik,” and Tremayne Lambert, 50, also known as “Bayrock,” both from Montgomery, Alabama, on multiple charges related to sex trafficking.


Senate agriculture committee advances three USDA nominations

The Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry has advanced the nominations for key positions at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).


Senate Aging Committee schedules hearing on reauthorizing Older Americans Act

Chairman Rick Scott and Ranking Member Kirsten Gillibrand of the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging will lead a hearing on November 5 focused on reauthorizing the Older Americans Act (OAA) and supporting families affected by aging-related...


Adair County man pleads guilty to federal firearm possession charge

An Adair County resident has pleaded guilty to illegal possession of a firearm, according to the United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma.


United States congratulates Tonga on 150th anniversary of its constitution

The United States has extended congratulations to the people of Tonga on the occasion of the 150th anniversary of the Tongan Constitution.


Ernst honors Iron Horse Aviation as Small Business of the Week

Iron Horse Aviation, a family-owned business based in Newton, Iowa, has been named Small Business of the Week by Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee Chair Joni Ernst.


Grassley urges bipartisan support for First and Ninth Circuit court nominees

Senator Chuck Grassley, Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, delivered remarks on the Senate floor regarding upcoming votes on two circuit court nominations.


President Trump highlights administration’s achievements during 60 Minutes interview

In a recent interview on 60 Minutes, President Donald J. Trump described the past nine months of his administration as the most accomplished period in presidential history.


Suspects charged in alleged ISIS-related firearm conspiracy in Michigan

Multiple suspects were arrested in Detroit last Friday and have been charged with possessing firearms as part of a conspiracy to provide material support to ISIS.


Suburban Chicago man arrested for alleged threat against former President Trump

A man from Winthrop Harbor, Illinois, has been arrested for allegedly threatening to kill former President Donald J. Trump.


Trump Administration continues SNAP benefits during government shutdown

House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington (R-Texas) issued a statement on the Trump Administration’s decision to continue funding the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) during the ongoing government shutdown.


House Energy and Commerce Committee appoints Michael Essington as chief counsel

Congressman Brett Guthrie, who serves as Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, has named Michael Essington as the new Chief Counsel for the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.