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Fort Dodge man pleads guilty to illegal firearm possession

Daniel Smith, a 38-year-old resident of Fort Dodge, Iowa, has pleaded guilty to illegal possession of firearms.


Amendment proposes expanded presidential power over blockchain technology

Senator Jack Reed has introduced an amendment to the GENIUS Act in the Senate, aiming to overturn a recent ruling by the Fifth Circuit on Tornado Cash sanctions.


Federal jury convicts four in cross-border cocaine trafficking scheme

Four individuals have been convicted for their involvement in a cocaine trafficking operation spanning from Mexico to Alabama, according to an announcement by Acting United States Attorney Kevin Davidson and Special Agent in Charge Steven Hofer of...


New York man pleads guilty in $2M elder fraud conspiracy

Rakeshkumar Patel, a 36-year-old resident of Flushing, New York, has pleaded guilty to wire fraud conspiracy in an elder fraud scam that targeted older Americans.


Covington man pleads guilty to federal drug charges

Jaylon Carter, a 24-year-old resident of Covington, Louisiana, has pled guilty to charges related to the distribution of fentanyl.


Lafayette man sentenced to two decades for producing child pornography

Acting United States Attorney Alexander C. Van Hook announced that Jaylen Mouton, a 24-year-old resident of Lafayette, Louisiana, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for producing child pornography.


Vidor man receives over 15-year sentence for child pornography offenses

A Vidor man has been sentenced to more than 15 years in federal prison for child pornography violations, according to an announcement by Acting U.S. Attorney Abe McGlothin, Jr.


R&M Trading recalls instant tea over undeclared milk allergen concerns

R&M Trading LLC, based in Lakewood, Washington, has announced a recall of its Instant Milk Tea powder products due to the presence of undeclared milk.


Sen. Lummis: 'America must lead in digital assets'

Senator Cynthia Lummis has expressed that the United States should position itself as a leader in digital assets.


Sen. Lummis: 'GENIUS establishes America as the leader in digital assets'

Senator Cynthia Lummis said that the GENIUS Act positions the United States to take the "lead" in digital assets.


Sen. Lummis: 'Let’s get GENIUS across the finish line'

Senator Cynthia Lummis has emphasized the importance of the United States taking a leadership role in digital assets.


Sen. Lummis: 'Digital assets are the future' and U.S. is close to leading 'the way'

Senator Cynthia Lummis has said that digital assets represent the "future," and advancing related legislation positions the United States to lead in this domain.


U.S. imposes visa restrictions on Indian travel agency leaders for illegal immigration

The U.S. Department of State has announced measures to impose visa restrictions on certain individuals involved in facilitating illegal immigration from India to the United States.


Treasury Secretary Bessent to attend G7 meeting in Canada

Secretary of the Treasury Scott K.H. Bessent is set to travel to Banff, Canada, on May 20.


ICE arrests Guatemalan gang member amid local law enforcement dispute

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has apprehended a Guatemalan gang member, Mykol Santos-Santos, in Fairfax, Virginia.


VA simplifies access to community healthcare for veterans

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced changes aimed at simplifying the process for VA-enrolled veterans to access healthcare from non-VA providers.


ICE removes Guatemalan fugitives wanted for felonies

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Buffalo has removed two Guatemalan fugitives who were illegally present in the United States and wanted for felony offenses in their home country.


Mexican national sentenced for child exploitation following ICE investigation

A Mexican national, Felix Raymundo Mora-Gonzalez, has been sentenced to 70 months in federal prison for possession of child sexual abuse material.


Gang members sentenced for immigrant smuggling after high-speed chases

Two members of the Tango Blast gang, Juan Miguel Regalado and Samuel Grajeda Jr., have been sentenced following their involvement in a conspiracy to transport undocumented immigrants.


ICE arrests Brazilian national charged with sex crimes in Massachusetts

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in collaboration with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, has arrested a Brazilian national in Fall...