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Senate Commerce Committee advances bipartisan ROTOR Act to strengthen aviation safety

Aviation organizations and families affected by the American Airlines Flight 5342 crash have expressed support for the Senate Commerce Committee’s unanimous approval of the Rotorcraft Operations Transparency and Oversight Reform (ROTOR) Act.


Pakistani national receives 40-year sentence for trafficking Iranian weapons to Houthis

A Pakistani national, Muhammad Pahlawan, was sentenced on October 16 to 40 years in prison for his involvement in transporting advanced conventional weapons made in Iran.


Senator Cassidy calls for reforms during HELP Committee hearing on expanding drug pricing program

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, addressed the committee in a hearing focused on the 340B Drug Pricing Program and its impact on American patients.


Senator Risch addresses diplomatic nominations amid global policy concerns

U.S. Senator Jim Risch, chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, delivered opening remarks at a full committee nomination hearing on October 23, 2025.


AIA-Kearney study urges stronger US-based aerospace supply chains

The Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) and consulting firm Kearney have released a joint report examining how U.S. aerospace and defense companies are adjusting their manufacturing strategies to strengthen supply chains.


Senate HELP Committee schedules hearing on surgeon general nominee Casey Means

The Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee has scheduled a confirmation hearing for Dr. Casey Means, who has been nominated to serve as Surgeon General.


ICE arrests two Mexican nationals linked to Austin woman's murder

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has announced the arrest of two Mexican nationals, Jesus Llamas-Yanez and Javier Roman Hernandez, in connection with the murder of Mary Gonzales, a 43-year-old woman found dead in Austin, Texas.


Senator Capito discusses chemical regulation challenges at EPW subcommittee hearing

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito, who chairs the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, took part in a subcommittee hearing focused on chemical safety, waste management, environmental justice, and regulatory oversight.


Interior announces major initiatives on energy development and land management in Alaska

The Department of the Interior has announced a series of actions intended to expand energy development, enhance local land control, and improve access in Alaska.


House Armed Services Committee warns shutdown threatens US military readiness

The House Armed Services Committee has issued a fact sheet outlining the national security consequences resulting from the ongoing government shutdown, attributing responsibility to Democrats for not reopening the government.


Trump administration announces actions to expand resource development in Alaska

The Trump administration has announced several measures aimed at expanding Alaska’s energy resources and improving public health and safety.


Grassley and Rosen reintroduce bill requiring federal reports on gang activity

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and Senator Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) have reintroduced the Gang Activity Reporting Act.


Armed felon arrested after shooting DEA officer during Honolulu standoff

Robert Morris, 49, of Honolulu, was arrested and charged with assaulting a federal officer with a deadly weapon, using a firearm in furtherance of a crime of violence, and possessing a firearm and ammunition as a convicted felon.


DEA organizes national event for safe disposal of unused prescription drugs

On Saturday, October 25, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will hold its 29th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day in partnership with nearly 4,000 law enforcement agencies across the United States.


Secretary Rubio meets Prime Minister Netanyahu in Jerusalem amid ongoing diplomatic efforts

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem, continuing a series of high-level diplomatic engagements following recent developments in the region.


Guatemalan man extradited for role in deadly migrant truck crash faces federal charges

A Guatemalan national, Daniel Zavala Ramos, also known as Dany ZR, is scheduled to appear in U.S. federal court on charges related to a 2021 tractor-trailer crash in Chiapas, Mexico that resulted in the deaths of more than 50 people and injuries...


ICE arrests criminal aliens convicted of serious offenses during government shutdown

Yesterday, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) carried out arrests of several individuals convicted of serious crimes, including child sexual offenses, murder, robbery, drug trafficking, and assault.


Senators introduce resolution honoring Nobel laureate María Corina Machado

U.S. Senators Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), and several colleagues have introduced a resolution to honor María Corina Machado, recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize, for her efforts supporting democracy in Venezuela.


ICE continues enforcement operations during government shutdown

Despite the ongoing government shutdown, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers have continued to make arrests of individuals described as the "worst of the worst" among criminal illegal aliens.


ICE arrests convicted child sex offender released by Richmond under sanctuary policy

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) reported that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested Rick Martinez Lopez, a Guatemalan national, on October 14, 2025.