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British and Chinese nationals charged over plot against U.S. dissident

Federal grand juries in Los Angeles and Milwaukee have indicted two foreign nationals, Cui Guanghai of China and John Miller of the United Kingdom, on charges related to interstate stalking and conspiracy.


Pennsylvania man sentenced for fraudulent refund scheme involving millions

Louis Perpignan, a 33-year-old resident of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, has been sentenced to 42 months in prison for his involvement in a fraudulent refund scheme.


New Orleans man sentenced for CARES Act fraud and money laundering

Clifton C. James, a 50-year-old resident of New Orleans, has been sentenced to five years of probation for his involvement in CARES Act fraud, money laundering, and filing false tax returns.


Florida man sentenced for role in multimillion-dollar Medicare fraud scheme

Jay Clayton, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, announced that Alan Swiss has been sentenced to 42 months in prison.


Aerospace Industries Association warns against cuts to NASA and NOAA budgets

Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) President and CEO Eric Fanning has voiced concerns over the proposed fiscal year 2026 budget request for NASA and NOAA.


USDOT updates pipeline safety regulations to reflect Gulf name change

The U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has issued a Final Rule updating the U.S. Pipeline Safety Regulations.


Transportation secretary advances key drone regulations

Last week, U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy submitted two proposed rules to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs.


Andy Byford appointed special advisor for New York Penn Station redevelopment

Under the leadership of President Donald J. Trump, Secretary of Transportation Sean P. Duffy has announced the appointment of Andy Byford as Special Advisor to the Amtrak Board of Directors for the redevelopment of New York Penn Station.


U.S. allocates over $1.5 billion for disaster-damaged infrastructure repairs

In a move to bolster national hurricane preparedness and aid communities in recovering from severe storms, U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has announced over $1.5 billion in federal funding.


Transportation Secretary announces 52 regulatory cuts across major highway safety agencies

Secretary of Transportation Sean P. Duffy has announced a significant deregulatory initiative involving 52 actions across three key agencies: the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), and...


Trump's commission releases MAHA report on children's health

The Make America Healthy Again Commission, established by President Donald J. Trump, released the "MAHA Report" which evaluates potential contributors to what is perceived as poor health among American children.


WEEKEND INTERVIEW: The Puzzle of Taiwan and Kerry Brown’s Take on Identity, Danger, and Doubt

The fate of Taiwan has become one of the most consequential and precarious issues in global politics.


CMS launches oversight on hospitals performing experimental sex trait modification procedures

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has initiated an oversight program targeting hospitals that perform pediatric sex trait modification procedures.


Cms increases oversight on medicaid funding misuse by states

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has announced an increase in federal oversight to prevent states from using federal Medicaid funds to provide healthcare for individuals who are in the country illegally.


Federal Bureau of Prisons expands home confinement under First Step Act

The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) has issued new guidance to expand the use of home confinement for eligible individuals under the First Step Act (FSA) and Second Chance Act (SCA).


Former correctional officer sentenced for bribery and drug scheme

Angela Crosland, a former correctional officer at the Federal Correctional Institution Williamsburg in Salters, South Carolina, has been sentenced to over 11 years in federal prison.


Okemah residents sentenced for child abuse and neglect

Daniel Levi Magness and Joanna Lee Higgins, both residents of Okemah, Oklahoma, have been sentenced for charges related to child abuse and neglect.


National Association of Realtors appoints new leaders for communications strategy

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) has announced the addition of two new members to its executive team, appointing Bennett Richardson as Senior Vice President of Marketing & Communications and Raffi Williams as Vice President of...


Cruise line worker sentenced for child exploitation material possession

Acting U.S. Attorney Michael M. Simpson has announced the sentencing of Abdul Rouvoof Shaik, a 30-year-old national from the Republic of India, for possession of materials involving the sexual exploitation of minors.


House committee to examine AI use within federal government

House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer has announced a hearing titled “The Federal Government in the Age of Artificial Intelligence.” The session will discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) can enhance federal...