News published on Federal Newswire in October 2025

News from October 2025


U.S. sanctions network linked to IRGC and Iran-backed militias in Iraq

The United States has announced new sanctions against a network of eight individuals and entities accused of supporting Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), the IRGC Quds Force, and two Iraq-based militia groups, Kata’ib Hizballah (KH)...


Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent addresses community bank regulation at Fed conference

Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent addressed the Fed Community Bank Conference amid an ongoing government shutdown.


U.S. Treasury imposes new sanctions targeting over 50 actors in Iranian oil export network

The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has imposed sanctions on more than 50 individuals, entities, and vessels involved in the export of Iranian oil and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).


ICE continues arrests of violent offenders during government shutdown

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has continued its enforcement actions against individuals convicted of serious crimes, including sexual offenses and domestic abuse, despite the ongoing government shutdown.


DHS reports sharp increase in threats against immigration enforcement personnel

Federal law enforcement officers with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) have experienced a significant rise in assaults and threats, according to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).


Criminal illegal alien sentenced for fatal hit-and-run involving University of South Carolina student

A man from El Salvador who entered the United States illegally was sentenced to one year in prison after being convicted of killing University of South Carolina student Nate Baker in a hit-and-run incident.


U.S. condemns detention of Zion House Church leaders in China

The United States has condemned the recent detention of leaders from the unregistered Zion House Church in China, including pastor Mingri “Ezra” Jin.


Joint Oversight Committee discusses next steps for Congo-Rwanda peace agreement

Representatives from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Rwanda, the United States, Qatar, Togo, and the African Union Commission met in Washington, D.C., on October 1 for the third meeting of the Joint Oversight Committee overseeing...


Kroger recalls deli pasta salads over listeria contamination risk

Kroger has announced a voluntary recall of two deli pasta salads—Basil Pesto Bowtie Salad and Smoked Mozzarella Penne Salad—due to concerns about possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination.


Demers Food Group recalls shrimp scampi bowls over listeria concerns

Demers Food Group has announced a voluntary recall of select Scott & Jon's Shrimp Scampi with Linguini bowls after an ingredient supplied by Nate’s Fine Foods was recalled due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.


Albertsons recalls select deli items due to possible listeria contamination

Albertsons Companies has issued a voluntary recall of certain store-made deli items due to concerns about possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination.


FAA updates helicopter routes at DCA, IAD, BWI after January collision

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has released updated helicopter route charts for Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), and Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall...


Energy Department cancels 223 projects after review saves $7.56 billion

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced the termination of 321 financial awards that supported 223 projects, resulting in a savings of about $7.56 billion for taxpayers.


Senate HELP Committee to vote on Trump labor nominees October 9

The Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee is scheduled to vote on several of President Trump's nominees for key labor positions on Thursday, October 9.


Senate HELP Committee schedules hearing on AI’s impact on families and workforce

The Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee is scheduled to hold a hearing on Thursday, October 9, to discuss the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on American families and workers.


Best Buy Bones recalls pet chews due to possible salmonella contamination

Best Buy Bones, Inc., based in Mount Morris, Michigan, has announced a recall of four lots of Nature’s Own Pet Chews Bully Bites 1 Pound pet treats.


Giant Eagle recalls smoked mozzarella pasta salad over listeria concerns

Giant Eagle, Inc. has announced a voluntary recall of its “Smoked Mozzarella Pasta Salad” sold in prepared foods departments at Giant Eagle and Market District stores across western Pennsylvania, Ohio, Maryland, and Indiana.


EPA approves cleanup plan for Berry's Creek in New Jersey

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has given the green light to a cleanup plan for Berry's Creek in Bergen County, New Jersey.


New DOT leaders confirmed by Senate vote

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has announced the confirmation of four new officials to the Department of Transportation following a Senate vote on October 7, 2025.


ICE arrests Cambodian gang member suspected of murders in Texas and California

On October 3, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested Savin Seng, a Cambodian national and member of the Asian Boys gang, following a manhunt after he was suspected of murdering a woman in Victoria, Texas.