News published on Federal Newswire in February 2026

U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell, the Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, spoke at a hearing about the future of broadcast ownership, emphasizing the need for sustainable solutions to support local journalism.

Former counterintelligence director on Ford-CATL partnership: 'Malign influence is real'

William Evanina, former head of U.S. counterintelligence, said Ford Motor Company's dealings with Chinese firms like CATL present risks of foreign influence and require closer scrutiny. His comments follow mounting concerns over security vulnerabilities linked to Ford's battery plant partnerships in Michigan. State officials and federal agencies have highlighted potential national security implications tied to these collaborations.

Chairman Garbarino stresses transparency at House Homeland Security hearing on immigration agencies

By H. B. Edwards | Feb 10, 2026

House Committee on Homeland Security Chairman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY) opened a committee hearing in Washington, D.C., with testimony from senior officials of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), U.S. Customs and Border Protection...

East Weymouth woman sentenced for fraudulently obtaining social security benefits

An East Weymouth resident, Debora A. Siler, was sentenced in federal court in Boston for bank fraud related to the illegal collection of Social Security benefits.

New York man pleads guilty after using social media for child exploitation offenses

A man from Middletown, New York, has pleaded guilty to several child exploitation charges after using social media platforms TikTok and Snapchat to target minors.

Senate Judiciary Democrats urge public testimony from Jack Smith on special counsel report

By H. B. Edwards | Feb 10, 2026

Senate Judiciary Committee Democrats, led by Dick Durbin (D-IL), have renewed their call for Special Prosecutor Jack Smith to testify publicly under oath before the committee.

Regional Homeland Security Task Force launched in New Orleans targets violent crime

Federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies in New Orleans have announced the results of Operation NOLA Safe, a major initiative aimed at reducing violent crime ahead of Mardi Gras.

Texas men plead guilty to multi-state ATM robberies targeting technicians

Two men from Texas have pleaded guilty to multiple counts of bank robbery and attempted bank robbery for their roles in a scheme that targeted ATM technicians across several states, according to an announcement by First Assistant U.S. Attorney...

Comer and James launch probe into Michigan's jury-pool selection integrity

House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer and Representative John James have initiated an investigation into the processes used for jury-pool selection and voter registration in Michigan.

Cantwell raises concerns over broadcast consolidation at Senate hearing

U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell, Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, delivered opening remarks at a hearing focused on the future of broadcast ownership.

Grassley questions telecom firms over release of congressional phone records in Arctic Frost probe

By R. C. Jamison | Feb 10, 2026

The Senate Judiciary Committee is examining the actions of major telecommunications companies Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile after they provided toll records related to members of Congress to special counsel Jack Smith as part of the Arctic Frost...

Diane J. Sabatino highlights CBP drug seizures and self-deportation initiative in recent posts

Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane J. Sabatino reported on significant drug seizures by CBP officers—including over one thousand pounds daily—and detailed a fentanyl bust at Nogales in early February 2026.

Contractor pleads guilty to tax fraud involving over $500,000

Dennis Condron, a 76-year-old resident of Cheshire and owner of D Condron Construction, pleaded guilty in federal court in Springfield, Massachusetts to four counts of tax fraud.

Grassley discusses bipartisan bills targeting online child exploitation on Dr. Phil podcast

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) appeared on The Dr. Phil Podcast to discuss three bipartisan bills designed to address online child abuse and strengthen penalties for violent offenders.

Williston man pleads guilty to illegal firearm possession

Demetrius McIlwain, a 51-year-old resident of Williston, South Carolina, has pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm.

Honduran man sentenced for repeated drug offenses involving fentanyl distribution

A Honduran national residing in Des Moines, Washington, was sentenced to six years in federal prison and three years of supervised release for drug and firearm offenses.

Lawmakers file amicus brief opposing EPA effort to revoke climate program grants

U.S. Senators Sheldon Whitehouse, Chris Van Hollen, Ed Markey, and Representative Debbie Dingell have led 36 members of Congress in filing an amicus brief with the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia.

Portland man convicted for obstructing law enforcement at South Portland ICE facility

A Portland man, David Pearl, 35, was found guilty on February 10, 2026, of failing to obey a lawful order and creating a disturbance at the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) office in South Portland.

NFIB optimism index remains above historic average despite slight January dip

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) released its latest Small Business Optimism Index, showing a slight decline of 0.2 points in January to 99.3.

Report: Ford in talks with China’s Geely on potential partnership