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By T. J. Graves | Mar 26, 2026

A Guatemalan man living illegally in the U.S. has been charged after allegedly injuring a Deputy U.S. Marshal during an attempted escape from police near Dallas. Authorities report he faces up to 20 years if convicted.

By T. J. Graves | Mar 26, 2026

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced that two women were charged with felony drug possession after officers seized nearly one hundred pounds of marijuana at Philadelphia International Airport.

By T. J. Graves | Mar 26, 2026

Rusbel Montoya Mandujano has been convicted for attempting to coerce what he thought was a minor into sexual activity. Law enforcement officials say he communicated online with undercover detectives posing as a teenager before his arrest.

By F. E. Simons | Mar 26, 2026

Federal authorities have charged nine people with using stolen identities to commit nearly $1 million in benefit fraud across multiple public assistance programs in Massachusetts. The cases involve allegations spanning decades and several types of government aid.

By T. J. Graves | Mar 26, 2026

Henry Yau has pled guilty to accepting bribes while serving as an ICE supervisory deportation officer in New York. Prosecutors say he disclosed confidential information for personal gain over several years. Sentencing will be determined by a judge.

By H. B. Edwards | Mar 26, 2026

Representative Don Bacon addressed Congress about ongoing efforts to modernize military information technology systems during a recent hearing on March 26. He emphasized that reliable digital infrastructure is essential for military readiness amid growing cyber threats.

By F. E. Simons | Mar 26, 2026

The National Farmers Union welcomed an EPA decision allowing wider summer sales of E15 gasoline but called on Congress for permanent legislative action. NFU leaders say expanded ethanol access benefits both consumers at the pump and American farmers seeking reliable markets.

By F. E. Simons | Mar 26, 2026

Jose Ignacio De La Cruz De La Rosa has been indicted on charges including alien smuggling and document fraud following an alleged multi-year conspiracy in Vermont. Authorities allege he renewed driver's privilege cards using fraudulent means while facilitating illegal entry into the country.

By C. M. Ingle | Mar 26, 2026

President Donald J. Trump has issued an executive order targeting racially discriminatory diversity initiatives among federal contractors. The measure sets out new rules for contract compliance aimed at promoting merit-based hiring without regard to race or ethnicity.

By F. E. Simons | Mar 26, 2026

Harshpreet Singh has pleaded guilty to possessing a firearm while illegally present in Pennsylvania. The case stems from an August shooting incident linked to multiple firearms found by police. Sentencing is set for July.

By H. B. Edwards | Mar 26, 2026

Senator Martin Heinrich detailed solutions aimed at reducing energy costs amid growing strain on America’s power grid during a Senate committee hearing. He emphasized optimizing current infrastructure, expanding transmission lines, accelerating low-cost generation integration, and requiring large-scale users like data centers to pay their share of upgrade expenses.

By R. C. Jamison | Mar 26, 2026

Chairman Mike Rogers led a markup session on March 26 regarding new aviation safety measures in H.R. 7613—the ALERT Act—before members of the House Armed Services Committee. The proposed changes follow recent NTSB recommendations after a midair collision involving military aircraft.

By T. J. Graves | Mar 26, 2026

A Lynn man has pleaded guilty in Boston federal court on Mar. 26 for drug trafficking and firearm charges following a large seizure at his residence last year. Authorities recovered significant amounts of fentanyl, crack cocaine, methamphetamine, and firearms during their investigation.

By C. M. Ingle | Mar 26, 2026

John Secor Jr., from Rome, New York pleaded guilty on March 25th to charges involving enticement of a minor over Facebook as well as receipt of child pornography. Authorities stressed both the severity of his actions and ongoing efforts against online exploitation.

By R. C. Jamison | Mar 26, 2026

The House has passed H.R. 4624—the Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act—to improve conditions for professional boxers. The bill introduces new safety standards, fairer pay structures, and expanded career opportunities within boxing.

By F. E. Simons | Mar 26, 2026

Kaleb Christopher Merritt has pleaded guilty in Los Angeles federal court for leading an extremist group involved in child sexual abuse material production targeting minors online. Authorities say he faces significant prison time following his conviction related to these crimes.

By T. J. Graves | Mar 26, 2026

Vanessa Yalixa Munoz-Baque has pled guilty to illegally re-entering the United States after being deported last year. She was discovered by authorities following an arrest related to a violent crime charge in Maryland.

By T. J. Graves | Mar 26, 2026

Angel Delarosa has been extradited from the Dominican Republic to face drug- and gun-trafficking charges in Connecticut federal court after an extensive investigation by U.S agencies targeting international crime networks.

By F. E. Simons | Mar 26, 2026

Edwin Robles of the Bronx pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit bank fraud and identity theft on Mar. 26 after participating in a multi-state scheme targeting victim bank accounts earlier last year. Authorities say losses totaled over $91,000.

By R. C. Jamison | Mar 26, 2026

Leaders from both parties on House Armed Services Committee commended progress on new air safety reforms after last year's fatal crash near Washington D.C., highlighting steps taken through H.R. 7613—the ALERT Act—to address NTSB recommendations for safer skies.