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Presidential order aims to modernize defense acquisitions and revitalizes industrial base

The White House has issued a Presidential directive aimed at modernizing the United States' defense acquisitions and revitalizing the defense industrial base to increase the speed and flexibility of military procurement.


District man indicted under 'Make D.C. Safe Again' initiative for firearm charge

Nelson Bryant, a resident of Washington, D.C., has been indicted on a federal firearm charge.


Columbus man pleads guilty in major drug conspiracy under Operation Sweet Silence

A Columbus resident, Tommie Mullins Jr., has admitted to leading a significant drug trafficking conspiracy under Operation Sweet Silence.


Mississippi couple sentenced for multi-million-dollar COVID PPP fraud scheme

A Marshall County couple, Lakisha and Robert Pearson from Holly Springs, Mississippi, has been sentenced by U.S. District Court Judge Sharion Aycock for their roles in a PPP fraud scheme.


Donald Trump emphasizes legislative action in recent Truth Social posts

On April 9, 2025, Donald J. Trump used his Truth Social platform to urge Republican support for a significant legislative initiative, reinforcing his iconic political slogans.


NFIB supports congressional resolution to make small business tax deduction permanent

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), a prominent organization representing small businesses, has declared its support for the Graham amendment to H.Con.


Brooklyn gang member pleads guilty to fraudulent unemployment benefits scheme

Federal court proceedings in Brooklyn saw Darnell Jones, a member of the Ninedee Gang, admit guilt to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft charges.


Arlington man sentenced to two years for fentanyl trafficking

A man from Arlington has been sentenced to two years in prison for fentanyl trafficking, federal authorities announced.


CEO of Nate, Inc. charged with AI investment fraud schemes

Matthew Podolsky, the Acting United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, and Christopher G. Raia, the Assistant Director in Charge of the New York Field Office of the FBI, announced charges against Albert Saniger, the former...


Two Wayne County men sentenced for timber theft on public land

Two Wayne County men have admitted guilt and received sentencing for their involvement in the removal of timber from public land.


US Government targets Susman Godfrey LLP over alleged risks and conflicts

The United States government has initiated measures targeting Susman Godfrey LLP, aimed at addressing significant risks posed by the law firm.


Illinois man sentenced to 30 years for child exploitation

Anthony Westemeyer, a 37-year-old from Nebo, Illinois, received a 30-year prison sentence for sexual exploitation of a child, as adjudicated on April 9, 2025, in Springfield, Illinois.


Dubuque man sentenced to federal prison for firearm possession as a felon

A man from Dubuque, Iowa, has been sentenced to federal prison for discharging a firearm in a residential area, following his guilty plea for possession of a firearm by a felon.


Supreme Court lifts block on Trump's use of Alien Enemies Act

The U.S. Supreme Court has granted the Trump administration's request to lift a temporary restraining order (TRO) related to President Trump's use of the Alien Enemies Act (AEA).


Two Monroe County men face drug trafficking and firearms charges

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced the indictment of Eli Valentine Calero, 43, of East Stroudsburg, and John Charles Ehrhard, Jr., 56, of Stroudsburg, on charges related to drug trafficking and...


Puerto Rico U.S. Attorney’s Office marks National Crime Victims’ Rights Week

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Puerto Rico is observing National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW) from April 6 to April 12, 2025.


Boscobel man sentenced to more than ten years for meth distribution

A Boscobel man was sentenced to over ten years in federal prison after pleading guilty to possessing ice methamphetamine with intent to distribute.


Donald J. Trump imposes new tariff on China citing market disrespect

Donald J. Trump, on April 9, expressed his stance on U.S.-China trade by announcing a tariff increase.


Mexican national sentenced to 46 months for illegal reentry and DUI offenses

Rafael Sanchez-De La Rosa, a 51-year-old Mexican citizen, has been sentenced to 46 months in federal prison for illegally reentering the United States.


New Jersey residents plead guilty to multi-million-dollar SBA loan scheme

Mehul Ramesh Khatiwala, Rajendra G. Parikh, and Jennifer H. Watkins have pleaded guilty in a federal court in Baltimore for their involvement in a bank fraud conspiracy.