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DOGE cancels over $800K NSF DEI grant to University of West Florida

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has announced the cancellation of an $800,000 diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) grant from the U.S. National Science Foundation to the University of West Florida.


House committee praised by NMA for advancing mining priorities

The National Mining Association (NMA) has expressed approval for the recent actions of the House Natural Resources Committee regarding its reconciliation package.


Gainesville man sentenced over decade-long imprisonment for child pornography charges

Stephen Christopher Young, a 58-year-old resident of Gainesville, Florida, has been sentenced to 121 months in prison for the receipt and attempted receipt of child pornography.


Guatemalan national sentenced for illegal reentry into the United States

A Guatemalan national, Nicolas Joaquin Celestino-Gonzalez, was sentenced for illegally reentering the United States after previous deportations.


Honduran national faces charges for illegal re-entry after deportation

Acting United States Attorney Michael M. Simpson announced that Marlon Santos, a 36-year-old native of Honduras, was indicted on May 8, 2025, for re-entry of a removed alien.


Federal grand juries indict five foreign nationals for immigration and firearms offenses

Federal grand juries in Bowling Green and Paducah, Kentucky, have indicted five foreign nationals from China, Guatemala, and Mexico on charges related to immigration and firearms offenses.


Johnstown woman receives over eight-year sentence for drug trafficking

A Johnstown, Pennsylvania resident has been sentenced to 100 months in federal prison for narcotics trafficking.


Trump proclaims Peace Officers Memorial Day amid calls for tougher crime laws

On May 12, 2025, President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation in recognition of Peace Officers Memorial Day and Police Week.


Justice Department announces arrests in nationwide crackdown on child sex offenders

The Department of Justice has announced the results of Operation Restore Justice, a nationwide initiative aimed at identifying and arresting child sex offenders.


Buffalo man sentenced for setting fire on railway tracks

U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced that Michael B. Benitez, a 34-year-old resident of Buffalo, NY, has been sentenced to 27 months in prison for his involvement in an attempt to damage railroad equipment.


Tax reform draft offers significant wins for real estate sector

Republicans on the House Ways and Means Committee have released a draft of their tax reform legislation, offering several benefits to the real estate sector.


U.S. Attorney's Office honors fallen officers during National Police Week

The U.S. Attorney's Office in Charlotte, North Carolina, is observing National Police Week by acknowledging the service and sacrifice of law enforcement officers at various levels, including federal, state, local, and Tribal.


St. Albans man sentenced to prison for unlawful firearm possession

Jason Douglas MaComber, a 52-year-old resident of St. Albans, West Virginia, has been sentenced to three years in prison for the federal crime of being a felon in possession of a firearm.


18th Street Gang associate admits guilt in fentanyl distribution case

An associate of the 18th Street Gang, Elvin Martinez-Flores, has admitted guilt to drug-related charges in a federal court in Boston.


donald trump shares views on current political landscape via truth social

Donald J. Trump took to Truth Social to express support for certain Republican leaders and policies.


U.S. Attorney Kurt Alme honors law enforcement during National Police Week

BILLINGS — U.S. Attorney Kurt Alme, representing the District of Montana, has acknowledged National Police Week by recognizing the contributions and sacrifices made by law enforcement officers at federal, state, local, and tribal levels.


New Orleans man pleads guilty in vehicle purchase fraud scheme

Acting U.S. Attorney Michael M. Simpson has announced that Kenneth Richmond, a 64-year-old resident of New Orleans, pled guilty to charges related to a fraudulent vehicle purchase scheme.


U.S.-China trade talks lead to temporary suspension of increased tariffs

The United States and China have issued a joint statement following their recent economic and trade discussions in Geneva.


Donald J. Trump discusses drug prices and hostages in latest Truth Social posts

Former President Donald J. Trump shared recent updates via Truth Social on May 12, 2025.


NFU welcomes U.S.-China 90-day tariff reduction agreement

The National Farmers Union (NFU) has responded to the recent announcement by the United States and China regarding a temporary tariff reduction.