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Trump discusses civil service changes and criticizes Biden's policies on social media

Donald J. Trump, through his Truth Social account, announced changes in civil service classifications while criticizing President Joe Biden's immigration policies on April 19, 2025.


Donald Trump's tweets focus on Easter wishes and engagement with followers

Donald J. Trump has recently posted tweets on Truth Social, extending Easter wishes and promoting engagement with his followers.


Report questions overpayment claims on Medicare advantage by commission

Medicare Advantage plans, which consolidate various Medicare parts, have become a critical part of the healthcare landscape.


Secretary Noem highlights media focus on MS-13 gang member's criminal history

WASHINGTON – Kilmar Abrego Garcia, an illegal immigrant from El Salvador with ties to the MS-13 gang, has been the subject of recent media attention.


U.S. Department of Education names new appointees for Trump's education vision

The U.S. Department of Education announced new appointees to support the Trump Administration's educational initiatives, focused on returning education control to the states and reforming higher education.


Task force statement addresses anti-Semitism issues at Harvard University

Today, the Joint Task Force to Combat Anti-Semitism released a statement addressing recent issues related to Harvard University.


Ecuadorian seafood executives still barred from U.S. years after unexplained Biden visa revocations

As a new U.S. administration reviews trade priorities in Latin America, executives at one of Ecuador’s largest seafood exporters remain blocked from traveling to the United States.


WEEKEND INTERVIEW: David Nekrutman’s Mission to Bridge the Covenant and Unite Jews and Christians

David Nekrutman is one of the world’s pioneering voices in Jewish-Christian relations.


Cybersecurity expert: 'Securing transportation infrastructure' is an 'urgent national security imperative'

Joshua Steinman, a cybersecurity expert and entrepreneur, has highlighted the potential threat posed by cyberattacks on transportation systems to national security.


Queens man sentenced for firearm and drug offenses in Vermont

A man from Queens, New York, Anthony Phelps, was sentenced on April 14, 2025, to 57 months in prison for firearm and drug-related charges.


Los Angeles man sentenced to 27 months for money laundering

Daniel Hooker, a Los Angeles resident, has been sentenced to 27 months in prison for his participation in a money laundering scheme related to purported drug trafficking proceeds.


Forsyth County man sentenced for string of Dollar Store robberies

A Forsyth County man has been sentenced to 22 years in prison after pleading guilty to a series of armed robberies in multiple counties in North Carolina, as per the announcement by Acting United States Attorney Randall S. Galyon.


Okemah resident pleads guilty to federal firearm possession charge

Eric Jason Franklin, a resident of Okemah, Oklahoma, has pled guilty to a federal firearm charge.


Donald J. Trump shares opinions and reactions on Truth Social, April 18

Donald J. Trump issued several posts on Truth Social on April 18, 2025, focusing on a contentious individual and apparent divergences with the Democrats.


Houston man pleads guilty to fentanyl distribution on the Mississippi Gulf Coast

A Houston man has admitted guilt to federal charges related to distributing fentanyl along the Mississippi Gulf Coast.


U.S. Attorney charges 329 individuals with immigration-related offenses in Arizona

During a recent week of enforcement operations, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Arizona charged 329 individuals with immigration-related criminal offenses.


Former banker pleads guilty to conspiracy, fraud, and misapplication of funds in federal court

Former banker Russell Lucius Laffitte, age 54, has admitted guilt in federal court to conspiracy, wire fraud, bank fraud, and misapplication of bank funds.


Grant County man sentenced for drug trafficking and firearm possession

A man from Dry Ridge, Kentucky, Rodney Ruggles, has been handed a 120-month prison sentence by Chief U.S. District Judge David Bunning.


Franklin pharmacist and spouse sentenced for drug-related crimes

Last week, a pharmacist from Franklin, Kentucky, was sentenced to three years in federal prison, while his wife received a two-year sentence.


Illegal reentry charges filed in effort to secure southern border

In a recent announcement, U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei revealed that 216 new cases related to immigration and border security were filed from April 11-17.