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Durbin reintroduces resolution to add right to vote to U.S. Constitution

Senator Dick Durbin has reintroduced a joint resolution aiming for an explicit constitutional right for Americans to vote. The proposal addresses concerns about voter suppression while seeking strong legal protections for voters nationwide.


House subcommittee examines Nuclear Regulatory Commission oversight and future energy needs

A House subcommittee held a hearing led by Congressman Bob Latta examining oversight at the Nuclear Regulatory Commission amid growing interest in expanding U.S. nuclear capacity. Lawmakers discussed regulatory timelines while emphasizing both innovation in deployment and continued focus on safety.


Cornish man pleads guilty to making interstate threats

A Cornish man has pleaded guilty in Portland's U.S. District Court for sending an interstate threat via social media. He faces up to five years imprisonment after making racially charged statements online targeting another user.


Whitehouse and Schiff introduce bill to end exemptions for toxic chemical polluters

Senators Sheldon Whitehouse and Adam Schiff have introduced new legislation aimed at stopping presidential exemptions for major industrial polluters under federal clean air laws. The bill follows recent actions by President Trump granting waivers without precedent.


Man who shut down I-90 with hand-held explosive device sentenced to prison

A King County man received an eighteen-month prison sentence after shutting down Interstate 90 by displaying an improvised explosive during a police chase last year near Seattle. Authorities say his actions put many people at risk before he was apprehended without further harm.


Associate editor Flom on IVF mandate: 'IVF is not pro-life and instead is inherently anti-life for the countless embryos who never make it to birth'

Samantha Flom of Restoration News Media voiced concerns about a federal bill mandating insurance coverage for IVF without religious exemptions.


Mobile County man sentenced to 70 months for firearm possession as convicted felon

A Mobile County man received a 70-month prison sentence for illegal firearm possession as a convicted felon following a traffic stop that led police officers to discover drugs and a weapon under his seat. The case underscores local law enforcement's continued efforts against gun crime involving repeat offenders.


British national sentenced to ten years for $100 million wine investment fraud

James Andrew Wellesley has been sentenced to ten years for orchestrating a global Ponzi scheme involving a fake wine company that defrauded investors out of nearly $100 million. U.S. authorities say victims included people across several countries.


ICE arrests Guatemalan national released by Fairfax County after child pornography charges

ICE has arrested Roni Mendez-Escobar after his release by Fairfax County despite serious charges related to child pornography. The case raises questions about local sanctuary policies and cooperation with federal immigration authorities.


U.S. citizen pleads guilty to $1 million Paycheck Protection Program fraud

A U.S. citizen has pleaded guilty after defrauding over $1 million from pandemic relief funds using fake loan applications tied to an amateur basketball league company claim. Authorities say he used some of the money for cryptocurrency purchases and foreign transfers.


DHS announces arrest of Somali national with piracy ties in North Dakota

U.S. authorities have arrested Said Jama Ahmed, a Somali national linked to piracy charges who had previously entered illegally into the United States despite prior detainments. The Department of Homeland Security credits both American officers and Canadian officials for their cooperation during his recent apprehension.


ICE lodges detainer for Indian national after assault in San Antonio park

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has requested custody of an Indian national accused of assaulting a mother and child in San Antonio. Officials say previous enforcement actions were not taken after an earlier felony charge against him.


Houston man sentenced to 27 years for coercion and child pornography offenses

A Houston man has been sentenced to over two decades in federal prison after pleading guilty to coercion and enticement charges involving minors. Authorities said Victor Zuniga attempted for more than a year to arrange sexual abuse involving children before his arrest following an international investigation.


Weekend Interview: Joseph Cella Warns of Grassroots Gaps in Confronting China’s State-Level Influence

Concerns about China’s influence are shifting from Washington to state and local debates over investment, security, and supply chains. Former U.S. ambassador Joseph Cella says gaps in awareness at the grassroots level leave communities vulnerable.


Man sentenced to 12 years in federal prison for fentanyl and cocaine trafficking

Jordan Jamison received a twelve-year federal sentence after pleading guilty to trafficking large amounts of fentanyl and cocaine into Waterbury through coordinated operations spanning several states. Authorities detailed how investigations led them from California shipments back to local stash sites.


Jay Bryant pleads guilty to role in Jam Master Jay murder in Brooklyn federal court

Jay Bryant pleaded guilty on April 27 to participating in Jam Master Jay's murder over twenty years ago. Law enforcement officials say their continued efforts brought accountability despite decades passing since Jason Mizell's death.


Kiley announces hearing on equity policies in K-12 education set for April 28

Rep. Kevin Kiley has scheduled a subcommittee hearing focused on how equity policies affect academic excellence in K-12 schools. The event will take place April 28 at the Rayburn House Office Building and be available via livestream.


U.S. Attorney’s Office collects over $868,000 for mail and wire fraud victims

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for Wyoming has collected over $868,000 from a convicted fraudster's assets following years-long efforts tied to a major mail and wire fraud case. The funds will be distributed among victims as part of court-ordered restitution.


House subcommittee examines impact of environmental laws on critical material supply chains

A House subcommittee led by Congressman Gary Palmer held a hearing examining how environmental laws affect U.S. access to critical mineral supplies vital for national security. Lawmakers discussed China's dominance in this sector and proposed ways to improve domestic mining and recycling.


Five charged with trafficking cocaine through the mail from Puerto Rico

Five people have been indicted for allegedly shipping large amounts of cocaine through mail from Puerto Rico into Connecticut. Authorities say multiple kilograms were found after an extensive investigation involving several agencies.