Stories by C. M. Ingle on Federal Newswire


CMS reports 23.1 million enroll in 2026 health insurance exchanges

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services reported that exchange coverage remains near record highs with over 23 million enrolled for plan year 2026.


Inmate reported missing from FCI Mendota satellite camp on March 22

A minimum security inmate was reported missing from FCI Mendota's satellite camp on March 22.


EPA completes pre-excavation confirmation sampling at West Lake Landfill Superfund site

The Environmental Protection Agency has completed pre-excavation confirmation sampling at Bridgeton's West Lake Landfill Superfund site.


U.S. House of Representatives announces ban on DHS battery purchases from six Chinese companies

The U.S. House passed a bill banning Department of Homeland Security battery purchases from six Chinese firms over supply chain and human rights concerns.


Deputy Secretary Landau meets Marshall Islands Foreign Minister Kaneko in Washington

Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau met with Marshall Islands Foreign Minister Kalani Kaneko in Washington. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral ties and highlighted recent cooperation initiatives.


D.C. man indicted on charges related to assault of police officers in June 2025

Ian Zephyrin has been indicted on multiple charges following an alleged attack on Metropolitan Police Department officers last year in Washington, D.C., prosecutors announced this week. Authorities say he injured one officer during his arrest after leaving a CVS store without paying for merchandise.


Las Cruces man charged with federal drug and firearms offenses

Victor Andrew Pardo Jr., a resident of Las Cruces, has been charged with federal drug trafficking and firearms violations following several undercover operations conducted across New Mexico and Texas. Authorities allege he sold both cocaine and an illegal machinegun conversion device during separate incidents between August 2025 and February 2026.


CBP announces Spring Virtual Career Expo for March 31 recruitment event

U.S. Customs and Border Protection will hold a Spring Virtual Career Expo on March 31 to recruit new employees nationwide. The online event allows attendees to learn about available positions directly from CBP staff through live chats.


PhD student arrested, charged with multiple child pornography charges and enticement of a minor

A Rochester PhD student has been arrested on charges related to child pornography production, distribution, possession, and enticement of a minor. Authorities allege he engaged in online communications leading to illegal conduct with a minor victim.


Jamestown man sentenced to 10 years in prison for methamphetamine charge

Aaron Miller of Jamestown has been sentenced to ten years in prison for his role in a methamphetamine distribution conspiracy. The case is part of Operation Take Back America targeting drug trafficking networks.


The Southern District of Texas has filed hundreds of new immigration-related cases as part of Operation Take Back America between March 20-26. The prosecutions target individuals accused of illegal entry or serious prior offenses alongside high-profile sentencing connected with violent crime.


District man pleads guilty to strangling his romantic partner

Ramon Leonard pleaded guilty to two counts of strangulation involving his former romantic partner last year, officials announced March 27. Authorities say these repeated acts underscore their commitment against domestic violence offenders.


CBP officers seize over $17 million in meth at Pharr International Bridge

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers found more than $17 million worth of methamphetamine hidden in a blackberry shipment at Pharr International Bridge. The narcotics were seized after an inspection revealed nearly one ton of drugs inside a commercial truck from Mexico.


White House trade adviser announces concerns over Ford talks with BYD for hybrid batteries

White House trade adviser Peter Navarro raised concerns about Ford's reported talks with BYD for hybrid vehicle batteries.


Three men sentenced to prison for multimillion dollar tax refund fraud scheme

Three men have been sentenced following convictions for orchestrating an $8 million tax refund fraud scheme involving fake trusts and documents submitted to the IRS. The group received over $1.7 million before being caught; restitution has been ordered.


Zuni man pleads guilty to shooting into occupied vehicle in New Mexico

Shane Austin Loretto has pleaded guilty after firing into an occupied vehicle on March 20, 2025, injuring one person seriously. Authorities tied him to the crime through witness accounts and recovered evidence at his home.


Chief Michael W. Banks highlights recent border patrol operations and agency mission

Chief Michael W. Banks shared updates on border enforcement efforts via social media posts dated March 26 and March 27, including details about drug seizures and attempts at illegal entry along with commentary on agency values and mission


Former Rosemead resident extradited from Singapore on methamphetamine trafficking charges

Demi Pham, who fled before her drug trafficking trial began in May 2022, has been extradited from Singapore back to Los Angeles according to federal authorities. She faces multiple charges related to exporting large quantities of methamphetamine overseas.


Indian national pleads guilty to child pornography charges in New Orleans federal court

Ashish Kapoor pleaded guilty in federal court after admitting possession and transportation of child sexual abuse material into New Orleans from India. Authorities say hundreds of illicit images were found on his devices after an investigation led by multiple agencies.


CBP officers seize commercial quantity of insecticide at Juarez-Lincoln Bridge

U.S. Customs officials seized over one thousand pounds of suspected Amitraz insecticide hidden inside a truck at Laredo's Juarez-Lincoln Bridge on March 18. Authorities say both Homeland Security Investigations agents and EPA investigators are now involved in examining possible violations related to this shipment.