News published on Federal Newswire in January 2026

Treasury Department imposes new sanctions on firms linked to Venezuelan oil trade

By Federal Newswire | Jan 4, 2026

The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has imposed sanctions on four companies operating in Venezuela’s oil sector and identified four associated oil tankers as blocked property.

Secretary Hegseth launches nationwide tour highlighting defense manufacturing needs

By Federal Newswire | Jan 4, 2026

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth is set to travel to Newport News, Virginia, as part of the ongoing "Arsenal of Freedom" tour.

Moolenaar says removing Chinese ally Maduro improves global safety

By Federal Newswire | Jan 3, 2026

Chairman John Moolenaar of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party commented on the recent arrest of Venezuelan cartel leader Nicolas Maduro, highlighting concerns about China's role in the Western Hemisphere.

Cole supports U.S. military operation leading to capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro

By Federal Newswire | Jan 3, 2026

House Appropriations Committee Chairman Tom Cole (OK-04) issued a statement on recent U.S. military action in Venezuela that resulted in the capture of Nicolás Maduro.

ICE doubles workforce after record-breaking recruitment campaign

By Federal Newswire | Jan 3, 2026

ICE has announced that it has hired over 12,000 new officers and employees in less than a year as part of a nationwide recruitment campaign.

Rogers praises U.S. military mission leading to Maduro’s arrest

By Federal Newswire | Jan 3, 2026

U.S. Representative Mike Rogers, who serves as Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, has issued a statement commending the recent military operation that led to the arrest of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro.

Senator Ted Cruz comments on U.S. military action in Venezuela

By Federal Newswire | Jan 3, 2026

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas), who serves on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, released a statement after the U.S. military conducted strikes against Venezuela and captured Nicolás Maduro for trial in the United States on criminal charges.

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement details arrests and sentencing in recent enforcement actions

By Federal Newswire | Jan 3, 2026

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement shared updates on January 3, 2026 regarding several high-profile cases involving wildlife trafficking by Wei Qiang Lin, criminal offenses by Alberto Olegario Avitia in Los Angeles, and an ongoing child...

Presidential message marks anniversary of pivotal Battle of Princeton

By Federal Newswire | Jan 3, 2026

On January 3, 1777, General George Washington and the Continental Army achieved a significant victory over British forces at the Battle of Princeton.

Chairman Garbarino comments on Nicolás Maduro’s arrest and drug trafficking charges

By Federal Newswire | Jan 3, 2026

House Committee on Homeland Security Chairman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY) released a statement today addressing the arrest of Nicolás Maduro.

Chief Michael W. Banks details arrests involving deportation orders and gang affiliations

By Federal Newswire | Jan 3, 2026

Chief Michael W. Banks shared details on recent border enforcement actions via Twitter in early January 2026.

Diane J. Sabatino shares OFO drug and weapon seizure statistics for late 2025

By Federal Newswire | Jan 3, 2026

Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane J. Sabatino published data on significant drug and weapon seizures by the Office of Field Operations as reported in tweets dated January 2-3, 2026.

ICE reports end-of-year arrests targeting criminal illegal aliens

By Federal Newswire | Jan 3, 2026

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced a series of arrests targeting individuals described as some of the most serious criminal illegal aliens in the United States.

House Rules Committee Democrats allege GOP limits debate with new end-of-year report

By Federal Newswire | Jan 3, 2026

The House Rules Committee Democratic staff has released a report alleging that Speaker Mike Johnson and House Republicans have limited debate and blocked amendments in the House of Representatives, effectively making Congress a "rubber stamp" for...

Subcommittee to examine updates to retirement policy for modern workforce

By Federal Newswire | Jan 3, 2026

The Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions will hold a hearing titled "Modernizing Retirement Policy for Today’s Workforce" on Wednesday, January 7, 2026.

HHS and DEA extend telemedicine prescription flexibilities through end of 2026

By Federal Newswire | Jan 2, 2026

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) have announced a fourth temporary extension of telemedicine flexibilities for prescribing controlled medications.

Steve Cortes on upcoming Labor-HHS bill refugee funding: 'On this vote, the only honest number is zero'

By Federal Newswire | Jan 2, 2026

Steve Cortes calls for zero funding of future refugee programs in response to proposed appropriations bills amid budgetary concerns highlighted by expenditures in New York City and Texas.

Southern District files nearly 400 border-related cases during final weeks of year

By Federal Newswire | Jan 2, 2026

A total of 399 cases connected to border enforcement have been filed in the Southern District of Texas between December 19 and January 2, according to U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei.