ICE Arrests Criminal Illegal Aliens for Murder, Child Pornography, Drug Trafficking

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced the arrest of criminal illegal aliens convicted of serious offenses including murder, child pornography production, and drug trafficking. The press release highlights ICE's efforts to remove public safety threats from communities.

DHS Criticizes Manhattan DA for Plea Deal to Illegal Alien Child Rapist

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has strongly criticized the Manhattan District Attorney's Office for offering a six-month plea deal to an illegal alien charged with child rape. DHS expressed concern that the plea deal, which includes time served, is insufficient for the severity of the crime and undermines public safety.

AFCP 2026 Grant Cycle for Cultural Heritage Stewardship

The U.S. Mission to Georgia is accepting grant proposals for the Ambassador's Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2026 cycle, commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence. The program prioritizes projects that involve technical exchange between U.S. and Georgian counterparts and highlight historical ties.

NIH Chemical Synthesis and Optimization Facility for Product Development

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced a funding opportunity (PAR-23-193) for a Chemical Synthesis and Optimization Facility to support product development in contraception and reproductive health. The opportunity is open to various entities, including small businesses, educational institutions, and tribal governments, with a closing date of April 3, 2026.

Indian Highway Safety Grant Deadline Extended

The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) has extended the application deadline for the Indian Highway Safety Grant to April 3, 2026. This grant aims to reduce traffic crashes, deaths, and injuries within tribal populations and is available to federally recognized tribes.

EPA FY25 Region 4 Wetlands Program Grants

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the availability of FY25 Region 4 Wetlands Program Development Grants. These grants, totaling $3,946,000, aim to assist state, Tribal, and local government agencies in developing or refining programs that protect, manage, and restore wetlands. The application deadline is April 6, 2026.

Grant Opportunity: Countering Cartel Recruitment in Mexico

The Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement has announced a grant opportunity to fund projects aimed at reducing recruitment by organized crime groups in Mexico. The initiative seeks to disrupt criminal networks and enhance regional stability, with an expected award range of $1,000,000 to $1,500,000.

Region 5 Wetland Program Development Grants

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the Region 5 Fiscal Year 2025 Wetland Program Development Grants. This funding opportunity aims to assist state, Tribal, and local government agencies in developing or refining programs that protect, manage, and restore wetlands. The application deadline is April 6, 2026, with expected awards totaling $2,962,000.

Region 7 Wetland Program Development Grants

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 7 has announced its Fiscal Year 2025 Wetland Program Development Grants. The program aims to assist state, Tribal, territory, and local government agencies in developing or refining wetland protection and management programs. The total award amount is $1,857,000, with applications due by April 6, 2026.

EPA Wetland Program Development Grants for State, Tribal, Local Agencies

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 6 is offering Wetland Program Development Grants (WPDGs) to state, Tribal, territory, and local government agencies. The grants aim to support the development and refinement of programs that protect, manage, and restore wetlands, with a total award amount of $2,468,000.