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By F. E. Simons | Apr 2, 2026
Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane J. Sabatino posted updates celebrating CBP’s K9 program anniversary and reporting on recent commercial processing figures and fentanyl seizures at San Ysidro Port of Entry on April 1-2, 2026
By F. E. Simons | Apr 2, 2026
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers intercepted over $2.8 million worth of drugs in two separate cases at Eagle Pass Port of Entry this past weekend. Both drivers were arrested following inspections that uncovered large quantities of cocaine and methamphetamine hidden inside vehicles.
By T. P. Broyles | Apr 2, 2026
A recent Washington Examiner op-ed urges Congress to fund defense efforts in Iran by cutting welfare fraud rather than raising new revenue or debt. Authors propose reforms including stronger identity checks on benefit recipients while citing broad public support for anti-fraud initiatives.
By H. B. Edwards | Apr 2, 2026
Senators Bernie Sanders and Ron Wyden are urging Senate committees to hold hearings with leading U.S. health insurance CEOs amid concerns about rising costs for consumers. Their call highlights growing scrutiny over industry profits versus patient outcomes. The HELP Committee's oversight could shape future healthcare policy.
By T. J. Graves | Apr 2, 2026
CBP AMO paid tribute to Supervisory Marine Interdiction Agent Joseph Saville in an April 1 tweet while also highlighting ongoing border enforcement actions in subsequent posts from April 2.
By C. M. Ingle | Apr 2, 2026
Marc Anthony Alexander has been sentenced to federal prison following convictions related to fraud schemes targeting investors as well as firearms violations. Authorities say he previously served time for similar crimes before reoffending while on supervised release.
By T. J. Graves | Apr 2, 2026
Rarkease Charles Bishop has been sentenced to over two years in prison for illegal firearm possession while already on supervised release for another gun offense. Authorities say he fled police before being apprehended with a loaded pistol concealed in his pants.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 2, 2026
Eric D. Cox has been sentenced to over two years in prison following his conviction for firearm and drug offenses linked to a shooting near Hartford Hospital in September 2020. Authorities said evidence included DNA analysis tying him to the weapon used during the incident.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 2, 2026
A Puerto Rican man has been sentenced in Arizona federal court for his involvement in a methamphetamine distribution conspiracy. Authorities say Jefte Monell Diaz received five years in prison after pleading guilty as part of an interagency drug investigation.
By T. J. Graves | Apr 2, 2026
Billy Wayne Williams has pleaded guilty to charges stemming from shooting a Webbers Falls police officer during a traffic stop last year. He faces significant prison time after being apprehended following an interstate search involving multiple law enforcement agencies.
By C. M. Ingle | Apr 2, 2026
Jimmy Barrett has been sentenced to over eighteen years in prison after pleading guilty to possessing large amounts of methamphetamine with intent to distribute it around London and Corbin areas. Law enforcement seized six pounds of drugs after a high-speed chase ended with Barrett crashing his vehicle.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 2, 2026
Hasan Jermel Pulliam has been sentenced to over four years in prison for health care fraud involving false claims submitted through Alabama's Medicaid program. Authorities say he used patient identities without consent over several years.
By C. M. Ingle | Apr 2, 2026
A Virginia man has been sentenced to 28 years for sexually exploiting a minor he met online in Michigan. Authorities say Erich Zeeb posed as an Olympian-in-training before abusing multiple victims over several years.
By C. M. Ingle | Apr 2, 2026
A New Jersey man received a fourteen-year sentence after pleading guilty to child exploitation and drug charges involving a minor in Connecticut. Authorities say Miguel Francisco Guzman contacted his victim through social media before traveling out-of-state for illegal acts.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 2, 2026
Federal prosecutors have charged two D.C. men following violent carjackings and shootings reported last month in Northeast Washington. The indictment alleges both used firearms during crimes involving robbery victims who were lured to specific locations under false pretenses.
By T. J. Graves | Apr 2, 2026
On April 2nd, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement issued several statements about an alleged violent crime involving an undocumented immigrant in Kentucky; tax relief measures for civilian staff amid a government shutdown; and ongoing...
By T. J. Graves | Apr 2, 2026
Parker Jon Thompson from Mason City has pled guilty to federal charges including sexual exploitation of children and possessing a stolen firearm. The case was prosecuted under national initiatives targeting child exploitation and violent crime involving firearms.
By T. J. Graves | Apr 2, 2026
President Donald J. Trump issued a statement commemorating Pope Saint John Paul II's legacy on April 2. The message praised his role in defending human dignity and inspiring global change. Trump encouraged Americans to remember his impact during Holy Week.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 2, 2026
Customs officers at Pharr International Bridge intercepted over $2.6 million in suspected methamphetamine hidden among carrots in a shipment from Mexico. Authorities seized both drugs and vehicle; an investigation is underway.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 2, 2026
Two Oklahoma men have been sentenced after committing an armed assault in Wewoka involving firearms with obliterated serial numbers. Authorities used ballistic technology as part of their investigation into this violent crime.
