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By T. J. Graves | Mar 10, 2026
Richard Patterson Jr., of Norco, California, has been sentenced to over five years in prison for leading a multimillion-dollar wire fraud scheme targeting more than fifteen victims. Authorities say he used false promises of high returns to solicit investments before spending the money on personal luxuries. Two co-defendants have also pleaded guilty and await sentencing.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 10, 2026
Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud about recent attacks by Iran. The officials discussed reinforcing Saudi Arabia's defense against ongoing aggression targeting civilians.
By T. P. Broyles | Mar 10, 2026
Senator Jeff Merkley delivered an opening statement at a Senate Budget Committee hearing on sanctuary cities. He questioned the relevance of focusing on this issue over other pressing budget matters like healthcare cuts and military spending. Expert witnesses David J. Bier and Brendan Duke joined the discussion.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 10, 2026
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized over 200 pounds of cocaine hidden under a cargo ship arriving in San Juan from the Dominican Republic. The discovery was made using underwater drone technology during a routine inspection.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 10, 2026
Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane J. Sabatino highlighted several enforcement actions by CBP officers in early March 2026 through her social media posts.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 10, 2026
A Beaverton man has been sentenced to over two decades in federal prison for sexually exploiting minors online. Authorities discovered thousands of illicit images during their investigation. The case was prosecuted as part of Project Safe Childhood.
By H. B. Edwards | Mar 10, 2026
The Senate Special Committee on Aging will hold a hearing examining China's influence over America's drug supply chain. Lawmakers aim to address concerns about foreign dependence for essential medications used by older Americans.
By R. C. Jamison | Mar 10, 2026
Senator Dick Durbin spoke against the Republicans’ SAVE America Act on March 10, arguing it would restrict voting access for millions of Americans. The act requires documentary proof of citizenship beyond standard identification forms like driver’s licenses or military IDs.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 10, 2026
Irven L. White received a sentence of over sixteen years after being caught twice with guns and drugs on the same St. Louis block. The case underscores law enforcement's focus on repeat offenders involved in violent crime.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 10, 2026
Robert W. Lederhilger III has been sentenced to over six years in prison for running a fraudulent mass-mailing scheme that targeted small businesses across the country with fake invoices for web hosting services. The scam resulted in nearly $9 million in losses over seven years.
By R. C. Jamison | Mar 10, 2026
Senator Dick Durbin criticized former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's leadership after her removal by President Trump. Durbin cited concerns over aggressive immigration enforcement tactics and called for reforms within DHS. The Senate Judiciary Committee will play an important role as it considers Noem's potential successor.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 10, 2026
Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper about Iran and regional security. Both officials stressed ongoing cooperation on Middle East issues. The call underscores continued diplomatic engagement between the two countries.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 10, 2026
Jorge De La Cruz has been sentenced to over eight years in federal prison for repeated firearm possession and drug trafficking offenses across New Mexico. Law enforcement recovered stolen guns and large amounts of narcotics during several incidents between June 2022 and January 2025.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 10, 2026
ICE has requested that Florida authorities hold Samuel Antonio Maldonado-Erazo after he was charged with killing his three-year-old nephew. The case raises questions about cooperation between local law enforcement and federal immigration officials.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 10, 2026
Chief Michael W. Banks shared updates on March 9-10, detailing destruction of cartel smuggling routes along the Rio Grande and advances in border wall technology.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 10, 2026
A Tennessee tax preparer has pleaded guilty to running an $80 million pandemic-relief fraud scheme involving false claims for government aid programs. The case resulted in over $52 million in losses for the United States government. Sentencing is set for June.
By T. P. Broyles | Mar 10, 2026
The House Energy and Commerce Committee has announced a public hearing focused on combating Medicare and Medicaid fraud. Lawmakers plan to question officials from CMS about their efforts against wasteful practices. The committee's work reflects ongoing concerns over protecting taxpayer funds.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 10, 2026
Julian Thompson of Pittsburgh pleaded guilty in federal court to failing to surrender for his prison sentence and distributing fentanyl and heroin while on the run. Authorities seized drugs, cash, and weapons during their investigation.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 10, 2026
The Department of the Interior has introduced a proposed rule aimed at restoring hunting and trapping regulations on Alaska’s national preserves to their previous alignment with state wildlife management laws.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 10, 2026
The Department of the Interior and the Alaska Department of Health have entered into a new agreement aimed at improving probate services for Alaska Native communities.
