News from January 2026
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.
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.
By Federal Newswire | Jan 2, 2026
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced several arrests involving non-citizens with criminal convictions on January 2, 2026.
By Federal Newswire | Jan 2, 2026
The Trump Administration has announced the allocation of significant federal funds to improve rural health care across all 50 states.
By Federal Newswire | Jan 2, 2026
U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) has outlined legislative achievements from the past year, focusing on advancing jobs in Texas and supporting national security and economic interests.
By Federal Newswire | Jan 2, 2026
U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, the Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, and Senator Kirsten Gillibrand have filed an amicus brief supporting New York’s Climate Superfund Act.
By Federal Newswire | Jan 2, 2026
The White House has issued an order prohibiting HieFo Corporation, a Delaware-based company controlled by a citizen of the People’s Republic of China, from owning or controlling any assets acquired from EMCORE Corporation.
By Federal Newswire | Jan 2, 2026
The Trump Administration has announced efforts to address fraud in Minnesota, citing concerns about large-scale scams that have cost taxpayers significant amounts of money.
By Federal Newswire | Jan 1, 2026
On January 1, 2026, the White House released a message marking the anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation.
By Federal Newswire | Jan 1, 2026
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency plans new regulations on 1,3-butadiene after identifying potential health risks for workers in certain industries.
By Federal Newswire | Jan 1, 2026
The U.S. Department of Labor introduces new tools for contractors under the Davis-Bacon Act.
By Federal Newswire | Jan 1, 2026
The U.S. Department of Labor is offering $98 million through its YouthBuild Program to fund pre-apprenticeships in key industries like construction and IT.
By Federal Newswire | Jan 1, 2026
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has launched a new office focused on implementing a major rural health initiative worth $50 billion.
By Federal Newswire | Jan 1, 2026
An investigation by the DOJ's Office of the Inspector General found that a supervisory Assistant U.S. Attorney violated policy by not reporting an intimate relationship with a subordinate.
By Federal Newswire | Jan 1, 2026
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency plans new regulations on five phthalates due to identified risks in industrial settings.
