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District man pleads guilty in kidnapping of two victims at gunpoint

Kaevon Sutton has pleaded guilty to federal kidnapping after leading an armed abduction involving two victims who were taken from Washington, D.C., to Maryland at gunpoint. Authorities say he faces up to life in prison when sentenced later this year.


House Energy and Commerce leaders urge unified U.S. stance for 2027 World Radiocommunication Conference

Leaders of the House Energy and Commerce Committee have called on President Trump to coordinate U.S. agency efforts ahead of a major international telecommunications conference in Shanghai in 2027. Their letter stresses unified national positions are vital as countries debate future communications standards like 6G.


Rob Larew and Jeff Kippley re-elected as leaders of National Farmers Union

Rob Larew and Jeff Kippley have been unanimously re-elected as President and Vice President of the National Farmers Union (NFU) at the organization’s 124th Anniversary Convention in New Orleans.


United States alleges Michael J. Miske committed suicide to obstruct forfeiture proceeding

Federal prosecutors have moved to amend their civil forfeiture complaint against Michael J. Miske following new evidence suggesting he conspired with others so he could die by overdose while awaiting sentencing—allegedly aiming to block seizure of more than $20 million in assets. Authorities say their investigation continues.


Four Houston gang members convicted of conspiracy and bank robbery in Texas

Four Houston gang members have been convicted for their roles in a series of ATM robberies and juggings across East Texas. Authorities say they targeted bank customers and technicians, stealing large sums before being apprehended through coordinated police work.


U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton issues statement on Alexander brothers' sex trafficking convictions

A Manhattan jury convicted Alon, Oren, and Tal Alexander of federal sex offenses after a lengthy trial. U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton praised victims' bravery and called for continued efforts against sex trafficking.


Armed career criminal sentenced to 15 years for firearm possession in Arkansas

Shabazz Naeem Caradine has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to firearm charges in Arkansas. Authorities say Caradine was found with an illegal machinegun conversion device following an encounter with police.


D.C. man sentenced to 21 years for fatal stabbing in 2023 incident

Stephen Herring has been sentenced to over two decades in prison for fatally stabbing Marcus Thurman during an altercation outside a Northeast D.C. residence in August 2023. Authorities say Thurman was killed while trying to defend a woman and her child.


Secretary Rubio discusses regional security with German Foreign Minister Wadephul

Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul about regional security concerns. The officials discussed threats from Iran and stressed continued cooperation between their countries.


Mexican national sentenced to 70 months for deadly human smuggling in South Texas

Alejandro Hernandez-Alcudia received a federal prison sentence for his role in a deadly human smuggling case near El Cenizo. Authorities say he worked under cartel direction guiding migrants across dangerous terrain before abandoning an ill man who later died.


Syrian national extradited to El Paso faces human smuggling charges

A Syrian national accused of leading an international human smuggling network has been extradited to the United States.


District man sentenced to 27 months for illegal possession of ammunition

Charles Washington, Jr., was sentenced to over two years in prison for possessing ammunition while on probation. Authorities recovered a loaded ghost gun during his arrest following a police response in Southeast D.C.


Par Funding pleads guilty to conspiracy in investor fraud scheme

Par Funding has pleaded guilty to conspiracy charges related to defrauding investors out of hundreds of millions of dollars. Several company leaders have already been sentenced following investigations by multiple federal agencies. The case stems from misleading representations made by Par Funding while raising funds from investors.


Eglin Air Force Base resident indicted for child neglect in Pensacola

A Pensacola woman has been indicted on federal charges of child neglect following an investigation by Eglin Security Forces Investigations. The defendant faces up to five years in prison if convicted and is scheduled for trial in April.


Federal charges filed against alleged fentanyl dealer with cartel ties in Atlanta area

Kevin Martinez has been charged federally for allegedly distributing large amounts of fentanyl in metro-Atlanta under cartel direction. Law enforcement seized significant quantities during their investigation as part of broader efforts against opioid trafficking.


Tulsa man sentenced to over 11 years for child pornography offenses

A Tulsa man has been sentenced to over eleven years in prison for receiving and distributing child pornography after an investigation triggered by a tip from Kik. Authorities found numerous images and videos on his devices depicting child sexual abuse.


Hagerstown man pleads guilty to sexually exploiting minors in Ecuador

A Hagerstown man has pled guilty to sexually exploiting minors in Ecuador using online platforms. Authorities say he paid victims' mothers for explicit images over more than a year. The case is part of broader efforts against child exploitation.


Four D.C. gang members sentenced for conspiracy in shootings and murders

Four members of a Southeast D.C. gang have been sentenced for their roles in a series of shootings that left two dead and several injured between April 2022 and January 2023. Authorities say these acts were part of a larger pattern of gang-related violence linked to the Fox 5 Gang.


Senator Cassidy to host roundtable on college athletics reform with LSU leaders March 10

Senator Bill Cassidy will lead a roundtable on March 10 focused on reforming college athletics. The discussion includes LSU leaders among other experts. The Senate HELP Committee continues its work shaping national policy in health, education, and labor.


NFU recognizes Dale McCall and Joe Logan with top award for service

National Farmers Union (NFU) has presented its highest honor, the Award for Meritorious Service to Farmers Union and to American Agriculture, to Dr. Dale McCall of Colorado and Joe Logan of Ohio.