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By C. M. Ingle | Mar 25, 2026

Federal prosecutors have charged three men with conspiring to illegally ship advanced computer chips used in artificial intelligence systems from California through Thailand ultimately bound for China. Authorities say these actions posed risks to national security by attempting unauthorized exports controlled under U.S. law.

By Federal Newswire | Mar 25, 2026

For virtually every American, health care is one of the largest monthly expenses. This is due in part because the U.S. healthcare system is among the most expensive and complex sectors of the economy, consuming a growing share of family budgets and federal spending. Brian Blase argues that the core problem is not a lack of government involvement, but too much of it—distorting incentives, restricting supply, and enabling massive levels of fraud across federal programs.

By R. C. Jamison | Mar 25, 2026

The House has passed H.R. 5103 aiming to improve safety in Washington, D.C., by strengthening law enforcement coordination through new legislation backed by Chairman James Comer and Representative John McGuire.

By R. C. Jamison | Mar 25, 2026

Representative Scott DesJarlais led a hearing focusing on national security space activities within the Department of Defense on March 25. Key topics included reliance on satellite technologies in modern warfare and challenges posed by delays in receiving budget requests.

By R. C. Jamison | Mar 25, 2026

Senator Dick Durbin called for urgent legislative action after a New Mexico jury found Meta liable for misleading users about platform safety. During a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on March 25, Durbin highlighted bipartisan support for reforms aimed at protecting children online.

By F. E. Simons | Mar 25, 2026

A former U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services officer has pleaded guilty to accepting bribes related to altering immigration records. The defendant admitted soliciting payments over several years while employed as a federal official in Philadelphia.

By F. E. Simons | Mar 25, 2026

A Uruguayan man has pleaded guilty in Miami federal court after agreeing to move nearly $100,000 linked with a sanctioned Venezuelan official into the United States through an unlicensed money services business. Authorities say he used fake invoices and coded language during these transactions.

By F. E. Simons | Mar 25, 2026

Ardavan Alamoutinia has pleaded guilty in federal court for his role in a scheme involving more than $2.8 million in fraudulent pandemic unemployment claims. Prosecutors say he filed hundreds of false applications using stolen identities across multiple states.

By H. B. Edwards | Mar 25, 2026

House appropriators held a field hearing focusing on oversight of U.S. funding at the United Nations. Lawmakers discussed legislative requirements aiming for greater accountability and alignment with American interests abroad.

By H. B. Edwards | Mar 25, 2026

Senator Rick Scott has introduced new legislation aimed at helping seniors stay active in the workforce without losing Social Security benefits. The announcement came during a recent Senate Aging Committee hearing focused on older Americans' role in employment.

By F. E. Simons | Mar 25, 2026

Federal officials have charged Aristides Cabrera with distributing deadly opioids linked to a child's overdose death in Bronx housing. Authorities say he continued dealing despite tragedy; he now faces serious federal charges.

By C. M. Ingle | Mar 25, 2026

A man from Congo living in Texas has been sentenced for participating in an email fraud scheme targeting an Alabama business. He received over $200,000 through fraudulent transfers before redistributing proceeds among conspirators.

By C. M. Ingle | Mar 25, 2026

CBP officers at Progreso Port of Entry detained two men wanted on sex-related felony charges during Spring break traffic this March. Both were identified through biometric checks and handed over to local authorities.

By T. J. Graves | Mar 25, 2026

U.S. Customs and Border Protection shared updates on arrests at the northern border—including one involving serious criminal charges—and ongoing construction of new border barriers in Arizona.

By T. J. Graves | Mar 25, 2026

The Justice Department has sued San Clemente-based S&K Towing Inc., alleging it illegally auctioned nearly 150 vehicles owned by military members without proper legal process. Officials say such actions violate protections provided under federal law for servicemembers during deployments.

By R. C. Jamison | Mar 25, 2026

Senator Chuck Grassley led a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on March 25 featuring four judicial nominees. The session focused on candidates' backgrounds relevant to key courts while highlighting the committee's national influence over legal matters.

By R. C. Jamison | Mar 25, 2026

Senator Dick Durbin spoke out against Kara Westercamp's nomination at a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing focused on trade policy and judicial appointments. The committee discussed concerns over presidential authority regarding tariffs following recent Supreme Court decisions.

By T. J. Graves | Mar 25, 2026

Team Rehabilitation Services has agreed to pay nearly $5 million after being accused of submitting false claims related to physical therapy services billed under federal health care programs between 2018 and 2024. The company cooperated with investigators following discovery of improper billing practices.

By T. J. Graves | Mar 25, 2026

Jalal Makland Adeeb has been extradited from Costa Rica to New Mexico where he faces federal human trafficking charges. Authorities say this case highlights ongoing efforts against international smuggling networks involving multiple agencies.

By T. J. Graves | Mar 25, 2026

Tyrone Terrell Harris from Chicago pled guilty on March 24 in Cedar Rapids federal court for his role in a fraudulent U.S. Treasury check scheme targeting Eastern Iowa banks during 2023. Several others have been convicted as part of this investigation led by federal agencies.