News published on Federal Newswire in April 2026

News from April 2026


House Judiciary Committee releases report on medical residency hiring monopoly

The House Judiciary Committee released an interim staff report alleging monopolistic practices within the medical residency placement system known as 'the Match.' The committee says these practices harm both doctors entering residencies and patients seeking care.


United States hog inventory up slightly in March, USDA reports

The U.S. Department of Agriculture reported a slight annual increase in national hog inventories as of March while noting a small decline since December last year. Iowa remains the leading state in hog production according to newly released data.


ICE requests Illinois officials not to release suspect in Loyola student killing

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has asked Illinois officials not to release Jose Medina-Medina, accused of killing Loyola University student Sheridan Gorman in Chicago. The case highlights concerns about prior releases under sanctuary policies.