News published on Federal Newswire in September 2025

News from September 2025


White House announces increased fees and restrictions on H-1B visa program

President Trump has signed a proclamation that raises the fee for new H-1B visa petitions to $100,000 and imposes additional restrictions on certain nonimmigrant workers.


The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced the allocation of over $1.5 billion in grants aimed at combating opioid addiction.


DHS proposes changes to H-1B visa selection process

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has introduced a proposed rule aimed at altering the selection process for H-1B visa applicants.


EPA's renewable fuel proposal receives support from farm bureau

The American Farm Bureau Federation has expressed support for a recent proposal by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) concerning renewable fuel production.


Rubio's new health strategy aims to reshape U.S.-Africa relations

The Heritage Foundation has expressed approval of recent efforts by the Trump administration to reform foreign aid practices.


Heritage Foundation unveils tribute to late conservative leader Charlie Kirk

The Heritage Foundation has revealed a large banner on its Washington, D.C. headquarters to honor Charlie Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA.


Tulsa man receives life sentence for attempted coercion and child pornography offenses

A Tulsa man has been sentenced to life in prison for crimes involving the attempted coercion and enticement of a minor, as well as possession and distribution of child pornography. U.S. District Judge Sara E. Hill handed down the sentence to...


Heritage Foundation criticizes recognition of Palestinian statehood at UN

Daniel Flesch, a senior policy analyst for Middle East and North Africa at The Heritage Foundation, has issued a statement criticizing the recent actions of several countries at the United Nations General Assembly.


Border Patrol rescues injured cyclist after fall in remote San Diego canyon

San Diego Sector Border Patrol agents responded to a call for help on September 20 after hearing cries from a canyon near Otay Lakes County Park, adjacent to the Savage Dam.


Pittsburgh felon sentenced to over five years for illegal firearm possession

A Pittsburgh man has been sentenced to 70 months in federal prison for violating firearms laws, according to an announcement from Acting United States Attorney Troy Rivetti.


Springfield man convicted on federal drug trafficking charges

A Springfield resident was found guilty of drug trafficking offenses after a three-day trial in federal court.


Guatemalan national sentenced for illegal re-entry after removal from United States

Edin Julian Hernandez Mejia, a 23-year-old citizen of Guatemala, has pleaded guilty to re-entering the United States after being previously removed.


St. Louis men sentenced for armed robbery of mobile barber

Two men from the St. Louis area have been sentenced for their roles in the armed robbery of a mobile barber in Jennings in 2023.


Coral Springs man charged with plot targeting New York Stock Exchange

A Coral Springs resident, Harun Abdul-Hamid Yener, 30, has been arraigned on a superseding indictment for allegedly plotting to bomb the New York Stock Exchange.


Hammond man receives over 21 years for child pornography offenses

A Hammond, Indiana man has been sentenced to more than 21 years in prison after being convicted of distributing and possessing child pornography.


Honduran man charged with illegal re-entry at Buffalo border crossing

A Honduran national, Miguel Angel Vasquez-Amaya, 46, has been arrested and charged with illegal re-entry into the United States.


Eau Claire man receives seven-year sentence for illegal firearm possession

Dustin Cullins, a 37-year-old resident of Eau Claire, Wisconsin, was sentenced to seven years in federal prison for illegally possessing a firearm as a felon.


D.C. man charged with killing his mother appears before judge

Ricardo Botts, 36, of Washington, D.C., has been arrested and charged in connection with the homicide of his mother in Southeast D.C. The incident took place during the early morning hours of September 21, 2025.


Madison man receives 15-year sentence for drug trafficking and illegal gun possession

Jeramie J. Mason, a 40-year-old resident of Madison, Wisconsin, has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for illegal firearm possession as a felon and for possessing with intent to distribute large quantities of fentanyl, methamphetamine,...


Guatemalan man convicted of lying about age to enter U.S., faces sentencing

A federal jury in Houston has convicted Tadeo Pedro-Torres, a 21-year-old citizen of Guatemala, for making false statements in an immigration case involving juveniles.