News from February 2026
By F. E. Simons | Feb 16, 2026
U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright spoke alongside Interim Venezuelan President Delcy Rodriguez in Caracas after meetings at the Miraflores Palace.
By T. J. Graves | Feb 16, 2026
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced 26 new science and technology challenges as part of the Genesis Mission, aiming to accelerate innovation and discovery through artificial intelligence (AI).
By F. E. Simons | Feb 16, 2026
Binance CEO Richard Teng said that strong long-term growth trends demonstrate real resilience in the crypto industry despite recent volatility. Institutional engagement continues to grow as Binance maintains significant market leadership by trading volume. Teng's regulatory experience shapes his approach as he leads Binance through this period of market development.
By F. E. Simons | Feb 16, 2026
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Laredo Port of Entry have seized cocaine valued at over $6.8 million during an inspection at the World Trade Bridge.
By C. M. Ingle | Feb 16, 2026
During the week of February 7 to February 13, 2026, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Arizona charged 155 individuals with immigration-related offenses.
By C. M. Ingle | Feb 15, 2026
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has opened an investigation into EPIC Real Properties, Inc. and Community Capital Partners, LP over their planned housing development called “The Meadow,” also known as “EPIC City” or the “East...
By F. E. Simons | Feb 15, 2026
David Bolin has been appointed as the resident agent in charge of the U.S. Secret Service’s Springfield Resident Office, according to an announcement by Special Agent in Charge Dai Tran of the Chicago Field Office.
By F. E. Simons | Feb 15, 2026
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers in Louisville intercepted a shipment containing nearly seven pounds of Ketamine concealed inside an ethernet cable spool destined for Belgium in late January.
By T. J. Graves | Feb 15, 2026
Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane J. Sabatino reported on February 14-15, 2026, that CBP officers made key arrests—including one on a felony warrant—and intercepted multiple drug shipments at various ports of entry across the United States
By F. E. Simons | Feb 15, 2026
Walter Wilkins, a 24-year-old resident of Weslaco, Texas, has been sentenced to 23 years in prison for coercion and enticement of a minor.
By A. D. Bamburg | Feb 15, 2026
Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) said its advocacy contributed to the Department of Defense (DoD) updating language on its Health.mil website to state certain Gulf War service members were “likely exposed” under specific circumstances.
By T. J. Graves | Feb 15, 2026
In a span of 72 hours, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Laredo, Eagle Pass, and Hidalgo ports of entry apprehended three men wanted on felony warrants for sex-related offenses.
By F. E. Simons | Feb 15, 2026
Today in Nogales, Arizona, Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced that U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has recorded a ninth consecutive month without releasing any individuals apprehended at the border into the...
By C. M. Ingle | Feb 15, 2026
On February 14, 2026, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement shared updates about multiple arrests involving individuals facing serious criminal charges as well as an incident where ICE agents were confronted by a violent crowd during an...
By T. P. Broyles | Feb 15, 2026
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced a request for proposals (RFP) seeking a new dental care administrator to manage its next network of community care dental providers.
By T. J. Graves | Feb 15, 2026
The United States has congratulated Grenada on its 52nd anniversary of independence, which was celebrated on February 7, 2026.
By T. J. Graves | Feb 15, 2026
Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke to reporters ahead of his upcoming visit to Munich, where he is scheduled to attend an important conference.
By F. E. Simons | Feb 14, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized a consent order requiring Adamas Amenity Services LLC and its affiliated businesses to stop enforcing no-hire agreements.
By T. J. Graves | Feb 14, 2026
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Wang Yi, Director of the Office of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) Central Foreign Affairs Commission and China’s Foreign Minister, on February 13.
By C. M. Ingle | Feb 14, 2026
Secretary of State Marco Rubio addressed the Munich Security Conference, emphasizing President Donald J. Trump’s commitment to strengthening the transatlantic alliance through shared heritage and mutual strength.
