News published on Federal Newswire in September 2025

News from September 2025


Unichem recalls mislabeled cyclobenzaprine tablets containing meloxicam

Unichem Pharmaceuticals (USA), Inc. has announced a voluntary recall of one lot of Cyclobenzaprine Hydrochloride Tablets USP 10 mg after discovering that bottles labeled as Cyclobenzaprine actually contained Meloxicam 7.5 mg tablets.


Southwind Foods recalls frozen shrimp after detection of possible radioactive contamination

Southwind Foods, LLC has announced a voluntary recall of a limited quantity of frozen shrimp due to concerns over possible contamination with Cesium-137, a radioactive isotope.


VA provides $818 million in grants to support homeless veterans nationwide

The Department of Veterans Affairs has announced the allocation of over $818 million in grants to 235 organizations nationwide, aimed at assisting Veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.


U.S. reports increase in portfolio holdings of foreign securities at end of 2024

Preliminary data from an annual survey conducted by the U.S. Department of the Treasury, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, and the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System shows that U.S. portfolio holdings of foreign securities...


Fincen highlights risks posed by Chinese money laundering networks linked to drug cartels

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), a bureau of the U.S. Department of the Treasury, has released an advisory and financial trend analysis focused on Chinese money laundering networks (CMLNs).


Treasury targets North Korean IT worker network funding weapons programs

The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has announced sanctions against several individuals and entities for their involvement in a fraudulent information technology (IT) worker scheme connected to the...


VA hospitals achieve high marks in latest federal quality ratings

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has received high marks in the latest Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) 2025 hospital quality ratings.


Secretary Rubio plans talks in Mexico and Ecuador on security, migration, trade

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is scheduled to visit Mexico and Ecuador from September 2 to 4.


United States supports European move to reimpose UN sanctions on Iran

France, Germany, and the United Kingdom have begun a process under United Nations Security Council resolution 2231 (2015) to reimpose UN sanctions on Iran.


Trump cancels $5 billion in foreign aid using Impoundment Control Act

President Trump has exercised his authority under the Impoundment Control Act for the first time in five decades, canceling $5 billion in foreign aid and international organization funding.


United States, Japan, South Korea hold talks on North Korean cyber threats

Officials from the United States, Japan, and the Republic of Korea met in Tokyo on August 27 and 28 for the fourth session of their Trilateral Diplomatic Working Group.


On August 31, the United States will mark Kyrgyz Independence Day by extending well wishes to the people of the Kyrgyz Republic.


U.S. congratulates Malaysia on its 68th Independence Day

The United States has extended its congratulations to Malaysia on the 68th anniversary of its independence, which will be observed on August 31.


U.S. congratulates Uzbekistan on 34th Independence Day anniversary

The United States has sent greetings to the people of Uzbekistan as they mark their Independence Day on September 1.


U.S. Department of State partners with nonprofit to expand global reach of American art

The U.S. Department of State’s Office of Art in Embassies (AIE) has entered into a partnership with the American Arts Conservancy (AAC), a nonprofit organization focused on promoting American art through cultural diplomacy.


Secretary Rubio meets Israeli foreign minister Sa’ar to discuss regional security

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar on August 27, 2025.


United States seeks review by Mexico over alleged worker rights violations at Alimentos Grole

The United States has initiated a review under the Rapid Response Labor Mechanism (RRM) of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) concerning alleged violations of workers’ rights at Alimentos Grole, S.A. de C.V., a facility in Ciudad...


Labor Department proposes rule requiring states share data to fight unemployment fraud

The U.S. Department of Labor has announced a proposed rule aimed at addressing fraud in unemployment compensation programs.


Secretary Chavez-DeRemer completes six-state New England tour highlighting workforce development

U.S. Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer concluded a six-state tour across New England as part of the department’s America at Work listening initiative.


US Department of Labor partners with MEJA Construction on safety for Georgia school projects

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has entered into two strategic partnerships with MEJA Construction Inc. to promote safety and health during major construction projects in Henry and Clayton counties.