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By H. B. Edwards | Mar 16, 2026
The House Budget Committee has postponed its scheduled hearing on the Congressional Budget Office's outlook. The committee oversees federal spending and works closely with other congressional bodies on fiscal matters.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 16, 2026
A Portland man has been indicted for allegedly making violent threats online against an elected official and a minor. Authorities say Travis William Juhr faces up to five years in prison if convicted.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 16, 2026
President Donald J. Trump has created a new Task Force to Eliminate Fraud in federal benefit programs. The initiative seeks to combat fraud, waste, and abuse while ensuring benefits reach only eligible Americans.
By H. B. Edwards | Mar 16, 2026
The House Education and Workforce Committee will mark up seven bills on March 17 covering topics from reading instruction to retirement savings. The session is open to the press and available via livestream.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 16, 2026
A Maryland man has been sentenced for sending threatening letters targeting Jewish institutions across several states. Authorities say his actions aimed to intimidate communities based on religious beliefs.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 16, 2026
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement posted updates on X between March 14-15, detailing arrests and deportations involving individuals with criminal backgrounds or gang ties.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 16, 2026
Michael David Coberg, a former Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputy, received over five years in federal prison after pleading guilty to participating in extortion schemes involving cryptocurrency fraudster Adam Iza. The case underscores concerns about abuse of law enforcement power.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 16, 2026
Kwamaine Jerell Ford has been indicted on charges involving phishing scams against professional athletes leading to alleged fraud and sex trafficking schemes. Authorities say Ford continued illegal activities even after a previous conviction for similar crimes. Federal prosecutors emphasize their commitment to addressing such threats across northern Georgia.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 16, 2026
A Brooks County man has pleaded guilty to meth trafficking after an investigation uncovered evidence of widespread drug distribution in Corpus Christi. Sentencing is set for June with possible prison time and fines ahead.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 16, 2026
Lenard White and Sheldon Robinson were sentenced to consecutive life terms plus 100 years each for orchestrating and carrying out a contract killing of a teenage girl in Hernando County. The case involved extensive investigation by local and federal authorities.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 16, 2026
A former Syrian prison chief was convicted by a Los Angeles jury for torturing inmates at Adra Prison before lying about his past on U.S. immigration documents. Authorities say he faces significant prison time following his conviction on multiple counts including conspiracy to commit torture.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 16, 2026
Jose Rodriguez has been sentenced to 27 years in federal prison for committing armed robberies in Tampa while on parole for earlier crimes. Authorities say he threatened employees at gunpoint during two separate incidents before being apprehended by law enforcement.
By T. P. Broyles | Mar 16, 2026
The U.S. House has moved forward with twelve natural resources bills focused on conservation, wildfire recovery, tribal sovereignty, and expanding public lands access—including creating a new national park in Arizona and protecting Giant Sequoias.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 16, 2026
Chance Allen Cathey has pleaded guilty to transporting a stolen vehicle from Oklahoma to Arkansas. He faces up to 10 years in prison and remains in custody pending sentencing.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 16, 2026
The Department of Justice has unsealed a civil case seeking forfeiture of over $14.9 million tied to an international drug money laundering scheme. Authorities say this action targets cartel finances through Operation Take Back America.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 16, 2026
Federal authorities are asking victims of a nationwide Apple gift card scam to come forward for possible restitution. The scheme targeted people across the U.S., stealing millions through various types of fraud between October 2023 and September 2025.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 16, 2026
Joshua Morales from Lawrence pleaded guilty in Boston federal court to possessing thousands of counterfeit Percocet pills believed to contain fentanyl. Authorities discovered additional drugs and equipment at a Methuen residence linked to drug manufacturing activities.
By R. C. Jamison | Mar 16, 2026
The House Energy and Commerce Committee will hold four subcommittee hearings this week covering energy policy, health care affordability, fraud prevention in federal programs, and international telecommunications. The sessions reflect the committee's broad jurisdiction over major legislative areas.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 16, 2026
A Nicaraguan national has been sentenced to federal prison for forcibly resisting immigration agents during an attempted arrest in Florida last year. Authorities say Denis Napoleon Corea-Miranda struggled with officers before fleeing but was later apprehended by local deputies.
By T. P. Broyles | Mar 16, 2026
Senator Sheldon Whitehouse released a statement criticizing recent actions by Kennedy Center leadership ahead of a key board meeting. He raised concerns about governance changes under President Trump’s chairmanship and called for more transparency regarding financial management.
