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The Senate Environment and Public Works Committee has moved forward with Lee Zeldin's nomination for the position of Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Senate committee approves Burgum and Wright nominations

Senator John Hoeven played a pivotal role in the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee's approval of two key nominations.

North Dakota officials plan forum on noxious weeds

North Dakota weed control officials are set to convene for the Agriculture Commissioner's Noxious Weed Forum and a review of the state noxious weed list.

North Dakota opens applications for Farm to School equipment grants

Applications are now open for Farm to School equipment grants, as announced by Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring.

Senate panel advances Doug Collins' nomination as VA Secretary

The Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee has moved forward with the nomination of Doug Collins to become the Secretary of Veterans Affairs.

Hoeven supports bill on care for abortion survivors

Senator John Hoeven has cast his vote in favor of advancing the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act.

Ivory Coast man charged in sextortion case linked to North Dakota teen's death

A federal grand jury has indicted Aly Cherif, a 23-year-old from the Ivory Coast, for his alleged involvement in a sextortion scheme that led to the death of a teenager from North Dakota.

Senators recommend Thykeson for North Dakota FSA Director

U.S. Senators John Hoeven and Kevin Cramer have announced their recommendation for Brad Thykeson to serve as the North Dakota State Executive Director of the Farm Service Administration (FSA).

Kevin Cramer supports Doug Collins as new leader for Veterans Affairs

For America's veterans, the transition to President Donald Trump's second administration has been a significant development.

North Dakota increases wild turkey licenses for spring hunting season

The North Dakota Game and Fish Department has announced the availability of 8,547 wild turkey licenses for the 2025 spring hunting season.

Trump signs orders impacting US energy policy

By Peace Garden News | Jan 21, 2025

Senator John Hoeven has expressed support for President Donald Trump's recent executive orders aimed at enhancing U.S. domestic energy production and infrastructure development.

Doug Collins testifies before Senate on VA Secretary nomination

By Peace Garden News | Jan 21, 2025

The Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee convened today to review Doug Collins' nomination as the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Senators recommend Nicholas W. Chase for U.S. attorney position

By Peace Garden News | Jan 21, 2025

U.S. Senators John Hoeven and Kevin Cramer have put forward Nicholas W. Chase as their recommendation for the role of United States Attorney for the District of North Dakota.

Senate approves Laken Riley Act to enforce stricter immigration laws

The United States Senate has passed the Laken Riley Act with a bipartisan vote of 64 to 35.

Senator Hoeven supports collaboration with Trump administration on national priorities

Senator John Hoeven has expressed optimism about the new administration following President Donald Trump's inauguration.

Trump inaugurated for second term; Cramer expresses support

U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer, a Republican from North Dakota, attended the inauguration of President Donald J. Trump in Washington, D.C. today.

Senate panel advances Pete Hegseth's nomination as Secretary of Defense