News published on Federal Newswire in October 2025

News from October 2025


Trump announces second deal with AstraZeneca for most-favored-nation drug pricing

President Donald J. Trump has announced a new agreement with pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca aimed at aligning American drug prices with those paid by other developed countries, known as the most-favored-nation (MFN) price.


Restaurant Law Center challenges NOAA’s seafood import ban under Marine Mammal Protection Act

The Restaurant Law Center, along with the National Fisheries Institute and several seafood suppliers, has filed a lawsuit against the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) regarding the implementation of the Marine Mammal...


Moolenaar calls for action after China expands rare earth export restrictions

Select Committee on China Chairman John Moolenaar responded to reports that Chinese President Xi Jinping has expanded restrictions on rare earth exports.


Trump proclaims October 13 as day honoring United States Navy's 250th anniversary

Two hundred and fifty years after the Second Continental Congress established the United States Navy, President Donald J. Trump has issued a proclamation marking October 13, 2025, as a day to commemorate its founding.


President Trump announces major icebreaker deal with ships to be built in Texas

President Donald Trump has announced a new agreement to acquire four Finnish icebreakers and build seven more in the United States, with three of those vessels set for construction by Davie Defense in Galveston, Texas.


U.S. government opposes proposed UN global carbon tax for maritime shipping

The United States government has announced its opposition to a proposed global carbon tax being considered by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), a United Nations agency.


Senator Cantwell urges Big Ten leaders to reconsider potential sale of athletic revenues

U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), the Ranking Member of the Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, has sent a letter to the presidents and chancellors of Big Ten Conference universities expressing concerns about reports that the...


Raw Bistro recalls frozen beef dog food over possible Salmonella contamination

Raw Bistro Pet Fare, based in Cannon Falls, Minnesota, has announced a voluntary recall of two sizes of its frozen beef dog food due to potential Salmonella contamination.


NFIB urges rejection of legislation impacting small businesses

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has expressed concerns over legislation discussed during a U.S. Senate labor hearing, arguing it could negatively impact small businesses.


AHA urges Senate committee to improve medical supply chain

The American Hospital Association (AHA) has urged the Senate Special Committee on Aging to enhance the supply chain for pharmaceuticals and medical devices.


Senate fails to pass CR; government shutdown persists

The U.S. Senate has once again failed to pass a continuing resolution (CR) to fund the government, resulting in the continuation of the federal government shutdown.


AFPI urges reopening of government for firefighter pay amid shutdown

The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) has expressed concern over the impact of the ongoing government shutdown on federal firefighters.


Government shutdown impacts national parks and local economies

The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) has expressed concern over the impact of the ongoing government shutdown on national parks and local economies.


Government shutdown impacts jobs and services says America First Policy Institute

America First Policy Institute (AFPI) has expressed concerns over the ongoing government shutdown, highlighting its impact on the U.S. economy and citizens.


Weekend Interview: Bob McEwen on Ukraine, Deterrence, and American Leadership

From high-level meetings at the United Nations to efforts to return abducted children, Ukraine’s future continues to test the West’s resolve.


President Trump proclaims October 9 as Leif Erikson Day to honor Nordic-American heritage

More than a thousand years ago, Norse explorer Leif Erikson became the first European to set foot in North America, according to tradition.


FTC to hold roundtable on scams targeting older adults during Medicare enrollment

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) will host a roundtable discussion on October 9, 2025, focused on protecting older adults from scams related to Medicare and health insurance.


Cassidy addresses Senate HELP Committee on risks and benefits of artificial intelligence

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, addressed the committee during a hearing focused on the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on American families and the...


Amory man sentenced to 15 years in prison for sex trafficking minors

An Amory, Mississippi resident, Steven Gaston Colburn, was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for sex trafficking of minors.


Senate fails to pass funding deal; government shutdown continues

The federal government shutdown persists as the Senate failed to pass a funding deal on October 3.