News published on Federal Newswire in November 2025

News from November 2025


Fiber laser expert convicted in Rochester on charges related to economic espionage

A federal jury in Rochester, New York, has found Ji Wang, 63, of Painted Post, New York, guilty on multiple charges including two counts of economic espionage and theft of trade secrets.


Trump administration approves $59 million for tornado recovery in Missouri

President Donald J. Trump and Secretary Kristi Noem have approved $59 million in expedited Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Public Assistance funding to aid Missouri’s recovery after a tornado struck the St. Louis region in May 2025.


DHS expedites $1 million in FEMA funding for Alaska typhoon recovery

Secretary Kristi Noem has authorized the Department of Homeland Security to expedite $1 million in up-front funding from FEMA to assist Alaska with recovery efforts following Typhoon Halong, which struck in early October.


DHS reports historic low border crossings at start of fiscal year 2026

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) reported that October 2025 saw the lowest number of border crossings in U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) history, marking the start of Fiscal Year 2026 with a record-low 30,561 total encounters...


South Bend woman sentenced to over four years for pandemic relief fraud

Tonya R. Winston, a 60-year-old resident of South Bend, Indiana, has been sentenced to 52 months in federal prison following her conviction on charges related to wire fraud and theft of government money.


Senator Cassidy addresses workforce shortages through apprenticeship reforms at HELP Committee hearing

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, delivered remarks during a hearing focused on apprenticeships and their role in addressing workforce shortages in the United States.


Chairman Steil introduces bill to pay Capitol Police during government shutdown

Committee on House Administration Chairman Bryan Steil has introduced the Pay Our Capitol Police Act, a bill aimed at ensuring that Capitol Police officers and support staff receive pay during the ongoing government shutdown. “The men and women of...


Senators introduce bipartisan resolution marking 50 years since end of Vietnam War

U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.), both members of the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, have introduced a resolution in the Senate to mark the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War.


All U.S. states apply for $50 billion CMS rural health transformation initiative

All 50 states have applied to participate in the $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Program, according to an announcement from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).


Secretary Rubio meets with José Daniel Ferrer following his arrival from Cuba

Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Cuban activist José Daniel Ferrer after Ferrer's arrival in the United States from Cuba, according to a statement by Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott.


Steil introduces bill to halt congressional pay during government shutdowns

Committee on House Administration Chairman Bryan Steil (WI-01) and Senator John Kennedy (R-LA) have introduced the Withhold Member Pay During Shutdowns Act.


White House extends suspension of increased tariffs on Chinese imports through November 2026

The White House has announced an extension of the suspension of heightened reciprocal tariffs on imports from the People’s Republic of China (PRC) until November 10, 2026.


Grassley supports calls for courtroom cameras following Erika Kirk's appeal

Senator Chuck Grassley, Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, expressed support for Erika Kirk’s recent call to allow cameras in the courtroom during the trial of her husband’s alleged murderer.


Okmulgee man pleads guilty to firearm charge tied to drug trafficking

Jerry Jason Rice, a 64-year-old resident of Okmulgee, Oklahoma, has pleaded guilty to possessing a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime.


First-time home buyer share drops as average age reaches new high

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) has reported a significant decline in the share of first-time home buyers, reaching a record low of 21%.


Former CEO Bradley Heppner charged with fraud related to collapse of GWG Holdings

Federal prosecutors in New York have charged Bradley Heppner, the founder of Beneficient and former chairman of GWG Holdings, Inc., with multiple counts including securities fraud, wire fraud, conspiracy to commit securities fraud and wire fraud,...


President Trump highlights initiatives supporting entrepreneurship during National Entrepreneurship Month

During National Entrepreneurship Month, President Donald J. Trump issued a statement recognizing the role of entrepreneurs in driving the United States economy.


White House issues presidential message honoring National Native American Heritage Month

This November, the White House released a statement marking National Native American Heritage Month.


White House reduces tariffs on Chinese goods after opioid control agreement

The White House announced a reduction in tariffs on certain products from the People’s Republic of China (PRC) following commitments by the Chinese government to address the flow of synthetic opioids, including fentanyl, into the United States.


Senate Aging Committee schedules hearing on Older Americans Act reauthorization

Chairman Rick Scott and Ranking Member Kirsten Gillibrand of the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging will lead a hearing on November 5 to discuss the reauthorization of the Older Americans Act (OAA) and its impact on families affected by...