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API supports Trump administration's move against state regulations on energy

WASHINGTON, April 8, 2025 โ€” The American Petroleum Institute (API) has expressed support for President Trump's recent executive order aimed at safeguarding American energy from what it describes as "illegal state overreach."


President reaffirms support for Cuba on Independence Day

On May 20, 1902, the Cuban flag was first raised as a symbol of freedom following years of conflict in the late 19th century.


Federal sentences handed down for drug trafficking run from jail

Yakima, Washington โ€“ Three individuals have been sentenced to federal prison for their involvement in a drug trafficking organization run by Alexandro Aguilar from the Spokane County Jail.


U.S. officials urge action against Huawei's HarmonyOS due to security concerns

Last week, Chairman John Moolenaar and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi of the House Select Committee on China addressed concerns regarding HarmonyOS, an operating system developed by Huawei.


Lawmakers request probe into Chinese EV charging firm over security concerns

House Select Committee on China Chairman John Moolenaar and U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn have called on the Departments of Commerce and Defense to investigate Autel Energy, a Chinese electric vehicle charging company.


Alameda man sentenced for illegal firearm possession

Adesola Kehinde, a resident of Alameda, has been sentenced to 57 months in federal prison for unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition.


Indianapolis duo sentenced for armed carjackings targeting Uber drivers

Bryant Hoskins, 20, and Samuel Fancher, Jr., 19, both from Indianapolis, have been sentenced to 17 years in federal prison followed by three years of supervised release.


AIA supports Trump's Golden Dome initiative for national defense

Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) President and CEO Eric Fanning has expressed support for President Trump's recent announcement regarding the "Golden Dome for America" initiative.


Senator Capito addresses EV waiver repeal at GOP press conference

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito, who chairs the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, spoke at the Senate GOP Leadership Press Conference about a joint resolution of disapproval she introduced under the Congressional Review Act (CRA).


Jefferson County man faces federal charges over possession of child pornography

James Yerdon, a 54-year-old resident of Adams Center, New York, has been charged with possession of child pornography.


Api supports house committee's budget reconciliation bill passage

WASHINGTON, May 14, 2025 โ€“ The American Petroleum Institute (API) has expressed approval following the House Ways and Means Committee's passage of its section of the budget reconciliation bill.


Mexican and Ecuadorian nationals sentenced for illegal reentry into the United States

United States Attorney David Metcalf announced the sentencing of two men for illegally reentering the United States after deportation.


Texas man sentenced for Delta Airlines stowaway incident

Wicliff Yves Fleurizard, a 27-year-old resident of Leander, Texas, was sentenced to time served for his felony conviction after unlawfully boarding a Delta Airlines flight in 2024.


Troy man faces gun and drug charges in federal court

Zyjee Lind, also known as "Fredo," a 30-year-old resident of Troy, New York, was arraigned on charges related to firearms and drug offenses.


Mexican national sentenced for distributing cocaine with children present

A Mexican national residing illegally in McAllen, Texas, has been sentenced to 36 months in federal prison for conspiracy to distribute cocaine and possession with intent to distribute.


Brazilian man pleads guilty to illegal reentry into US

A Brazilian national, Americo Lopes-Da Silva, has entered a guilty plea in U.S. District Court in Bangor for reentering the United States after deportation.


Arrests made in connection with Armenian organized crime syndicates

Law enforcement agencies in California and Florida have arrested 13 individuals linked to Armenian organized crime syndicates.


Pittsburgh-area nursing homes fined $15 million for healthcare fraud

Companies operating two nursing homes in the Pittsburgh area have been sentenced to pay over $15 million in restitution following convictions for making false statements related to health care benefits.


Franklin County couple pleads guilty to producing child pornography

A Franklin County couple has confessed to producing images and videos involving child sexual abuse material, including the abuse of a toddler.


Browning woman sentenced for assault on Blackfeet Indian Reservation

A Browning woman has been sentenced to 12 months and one day in prison, followed by two years of supervised release, for an assault that resulted in serious bodily injury. U.S. Attorney Kurt Alme announced the sentencing.