News from January 2026
By T. J. Graves | Jan 20, 2026
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the arrest of several individuals in Minnesota as part of Operation Metro Surge, targeting people described as "worst of the worst criminal illegal aliens."
By F. E. Simons | Jan 20, 2026
During the week of January 10 to January 16, 2026, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Arizona charged 136 individuals with immigration-related offenses.
By T. P. Broyles | Jan 20, 2026
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are considering changes to the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) that could impact how new chemicals are approved for use in the United States.
By T. J. Graves | Jan 20, 2026
Kisha Sutton, a 45-year-old resident of Jersey City, New Jersey, has been sentenced to two years in prison for her role in a scheme involving COVID-19 relief fraud and money laundering.
By T. P. Broyles | Jan 20, 2026
Congressman Brett Guthrie, Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, along with Congressman John Joyce, M.D., Chairman of the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, and Congressman Morgan Griffith, Chairman of the Subcommittee...
By C. M. Ingle | Jan 20, 2026
CBP Air and Marine Operations (CBP AMO) reported several significant actions in January 2026 via Twitter posts.
By F. E. Simons | Jan 20, 2026
Joseph Fargnoli, a former executive of the now-defunct Theia Group, pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court to his role in a scheme that defrauded investors and lenders out of approximately $250 million.
By C. M. Ingle | Jan 20, 2026
President Donald J. Trump visited Michigan on January 13, 2026, to highlight the progress in the American auto industry and discuss ongoing economic recovery efforts.
By F. E. Simons | Jan 20, 2026
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) reported that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested 7,000 gang members during the first year of President Trump's second term.
By T. J. Graves | Jan 20, 2026
The National Association of Realtors (NAR) has released its 2025 Annual Report, providing an overview of the progress made on the organization’s 24 initiatives outlined in its 2026-2028 Strategic Plan.
By T. P. Broyles | Jan 20, 2026
U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, who serves as the Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, has issued a statement following reports that the Justice Department has launched investigations into Minnesota Governor Tim Walz,...
By T. J. Graves | Jan 20, 2026
One year after taking office, President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation marking January 20, 2026, as the National Day of Patriotic Devotion.
By T. J. Graves | Jan 20, 2026
A St. Louis County man has been sentenced to more than 14 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to multiple drug and firearm offenses.
By F. E. Simons | Jan 20, 2026
A Syracuse man has pleaded guilty to charges related to child pornography.
By T. J. Graves | Jan 20, 2026
Two individuals have pleaded guilty to charges connected to a 2022 murder in Miami linked to drug trafficking.
By C. M. Ingle | Jan 20, 2026
A Boston man has been found guilty of sex trafficking and transporting a minor across state lines for prostitution, following a four-day trial in federal court.
By T. P. Broyles | Jan 20, 2026
U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, who serves as the Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, has criticized Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem for what he describes as threats to American citizens and legal...
By R. C. Jamison | Jan 20, 2026
A group of Congressional Ranking Members has sent a letter to the Trump Administration seeking answers about the recent decision to halt all large-scale offshore wind projects in the United States.
By R. C. Jamison | Jan 20, 2026
House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources Chairman Pete Stauber (R-Minn.) testified before the House Committee on Rules in support of H.J. Res. 140, a resolution that would disapprove Public Land Order 7917...
By T. J. Graves | Jan 19, 2026
A new podcast episode by Restoration News delves into Zohran Mamdani's groundbreaking election as New York City's mayor in 2025.
