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Eagle Pass CBP detains man wanted for weapons trafficking at border crossing

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Eagle Pass Port of Entry have detained a man wanted on a felony warrant for alleged weapons trafficking.


CBP highlights fentanyl enforcement efforts during national awareness event in New York

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Deputy Commissioner John Modlin spoke at a National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day event in Times Square, New York.


CBP arrests driver attempting to export stolen BMW at Peace Bridge

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Peace Bridge border crossing in Buffalo, New York, arrested Mokhtar Kazemi, a 33-year-old U.S. citizen, who was attempting to drive a stolen luxury vehicle into Canada.


CBP seizes over $700K in meth at Laredo port; suspect arrested

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Laredo Port of Entry have seized methamphetamine with an estimated street value exceeding $704,000.


National Defense Area established in Yuma Sector to strengthen border security

A National Defense Area has been set up in the Yuma Sector to increase security along the Southern border, according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).


Two fatal pedestrian crashes in Maine involve drivers who overstayed tourist visas

In Maine, two separate car crashes involving individuals who had overstayed their visas resulted in the deaths of two pedestrians.


Markey questions SBA’s use of DOGE AI deregulation tool

Ranking Member Edward J. Markey of Massachusetts has raised concerns about the use of an artificial intelligence tool, known as the “DOGE AI Deregulation Decision Tool,” by the Small Business Administration (SBA).


Ranking Member Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) has called on several Trump administration officials to create a plan for refunding tariffs to American businesses, particularly small businesses, if courts overturn the tariffs imposed under the...


Four foreign nationals sentenced for illegal reentry after prior deportations

Four foreign nationals were sentenced this week in Philadelphia for illegally reentering the United States after previous deportations, according to an announcement from U.S. Attorney David Metcalf.


Senator Moran congratulates Dan Wiley on election as national commander of The American Legion

U.S. Senator Jerry Moran, chairman of the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, issued a statement congratulating Dan Wiley of Leavenworth, Kansas, on his election as the 2025-2026 National Commander of The American Legion. “Congratulations to...


Tampa man pleads guilty to drug distribution charges

A Tampa man has pleaded guilty to charges related to the distribution of cocaine and methamphetamine.


U.S. Attorney reports six guilty pleas in recent immigration enforcement cases

Six individuals have pled guilty to charges of illegal reentry after removal in the Eastern District of Virginia, according to an announcement from Erik S. Siebert, U.S. Attorney for the district.


Providence man pleads guilty to fentanyl trafficking charge

A Providence man has pleaded guilty to a federal charge of possession with intent to distribute 400 grams or more of fentanyl.


Energy and Commerce Committee says reliable baseload power needed to keep grid online

The Energy and Commerce Committee announced on the social media platform X that natural gas, oil, and coal are necessary baseload power sources to secure the U.S. electric grid.


Energy and Commerce Committee says American LNG supports allies with affordable, reliable power

The Energy and Commerce Committee announced on X that American LNG (liquefied natural gas) advances energy dominance, creates jobs, supports allies, and helps lower consumer prices.


Energy and Commerce Committee says California must comply with federal law

The Energy and Commerce Committee has announced via social media platform X that it has demanded California cease enforcement of its de facto electric vehicle (EV) mandate, urging compliance with federal law.


Energy and Commerce Committee says California’s regulations hurt U.S. economy

The Energy and Commerce Committee recently announced on X that California's regulatory policies and business environment are negatively impacting the U.S. economy.


Los Angeles attorney convicted in bribery scheme involving Nigerian oil company

A Los Angeles lawyer was convicted by a federal jury of accepting a $2.1 million bribe while serving as an official for Nigeria’s state-owned oil company.


Salvadoran national pleads guilty to illegal reentry after prior deportation

A Salvadoran national living in Chelsea, Massachusetts, pleaded guilty in federal court to unlawfully reentering the United States after having been deported.


Mexican national sentenced for illegal reentry after prior removal

Hilario Dorantes-Ortiz, a 40-year-old Mexican national living in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, has been sentenced to 30 days in prison and one year of supervised release for illegal reentry into the United States.