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Senate committee hears testimony on economic costs linked to federal permitting uncertainty

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito, who chairs the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, led a hearing in Washington, D.C., to examine the effects of federal environmental review and permitting processes on businesses, workers, consumers,...


Arizona man charged after shooting at border patrol helicopter

An Arizona man has been charged with assaulting a federal officer after allegedly firing at a U.S. Customs and Border Protection helicopter during an attempted apprehension in rural southern Arizona. U.S. Attorney Timothy Courchaine commented on...


U.S.-Mexico group meets in Washington to address security challenges

Representatives from six U.S. government agencies and their Mexican counterparts met in Washington, DC on January 23 for the third meeting of the Security Implementation Group (SIG).


United States formally withdraws from World Health Organization

The United States has officially withdrawn from the World Health Organization (WHO), following an executive order signed by President Trump on his first day in office.


U.S. congratulates India on Republic Day, highlights bilateral cooperation

On the occasion of India's Republic Day, the United States extended congratulations to the people of India.


United States marks 75 years of alliance with Australia on national day

The United States has extended its greetings to Australians on the occasion of Australia Day, celebrated on January 26.


Interior Department releases strategic plan for Bureau of Indian Education

The Department of the Interior has introduced a new Strategic Direction for the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE), outlining a plan to improve student achievement, strengthen Native language and culture, and enhance operational efficiency in...


Interior approves Sites Reservoir Project on anniversary of Trump executive order

The Department of the Interior has approved the Record of Decision for the Sites Reservoir Project in Northern California, marking a significant step toward expanding water storage capacity in the state.


HUD orders review after audit finds eligibility issues among public housing tenants

Following an audit conducted by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in collaboration with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), HUD has identified nearly 200,000 tenants in HUD-funded housing who require eligibility...


United States and Oman hold third Strategic Dialogue focusing on trade, education, security

Officials from the United States and Oman convened in Muscat on January 25, 2026, for the third Strategic Dialogue between the two countries.


U.S. imposes visa restrictions on Haitian council members over gang ties

The U.S. Department of State has announced the imposition of visa restrictions and the revocation of visas for two members of Haiti's Transitional Presidential Council (TPC) and their immediate family members, including spouses and children.


FTC appeals district court ruling in monopolization case against Meta

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced it will appeal a recent court decision that favored Meta Platforms, Inc. in an ongoing monopolization case.


FTC updates HSR thresholds and filing fees effective February 17, 2026

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced updated jurisdictional thresholds and filing fees under the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Act, which will take effect on February 17, 2026.


FTC and VA host webinar on protecting veterans from identity theft

Representatives from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs will hold a webinar to address identity theft targeting military servicemembers, veterans, and their families.


FTC moves January 28 age verification workshop online due to weather concerns

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced that its upcoming workshop on age verification technologies, scheduled for January 28, 2026, will be held exclusively online.


Court halts alleged deceptive health care telemarketers after FTC files complaint

A federal court in Florida has temporarily halted the operations of a group of companies and individuals accused by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) of running a deceptive telemarketing scheme involving health care plans.


NOAA tracks major winter storm threatening large parts of U.S. with snow and freezing rain

Forecasters at NOAA’s National Weather Service are monitoring a significant winter storm expected to impact the South, Midwest, and Northeast beginning Friday, January 23.


DHS Secretary issues warning ahead of major winter storm

On Friday, Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem issued a public service announcement about an approaching winter storm expected to impact the United States over the weekend.


DHS announces arrests of individuals convicted of serious crimes in Minnesota

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced that several individuals described as violent criminal illegal aliens were arrested in Minnesota as part of Operation Metro Surge.


ICE lodges detainer after fatal DWI crash involving undocumented immigrant in North Carolina

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has lodged an arrest detainer for Juan Alvarado-Aguilar, a Mexican national accused of causing the deaths of Fletcher Harris, 20, and...