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Justice Department announces results of Operation Restore Justice in North Georgia

Between April 28 and May 1, 2025, the FBI executed Operation Restore Justice, an initiative aimed at identifying and arresting child sex offenders.


Perry Hall man pleads guilty to distributing fentanyl

Terrell Ridgley, a 34-year-old resident of Perry Hall, Maryland, has entered a guilty plea to charges of possession with intent to distribute fentanyl.


Former NYPD officer sentenced for exploiting minors online

Earlier today, Carmine Simpson was sentenced to 23 years in prison by United States District Judge Gary R. Brown at the federal courthouse in Central Islip.


Carla Sands supports resolution on appliance standards

The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) released a statement from Carla Sands, Vice Chair of the Center for Energy & Environment, regarding Senate Joint Resolution 50.


St. Francis woman sentenced for assaulting juvenile with dangerous weapon

United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced the sentencing of a St. Francis woman, Viola Boneshirt, who was convicted of assault with a dangerous weapon. U.S. District Judge Eric C. Schulte sentenced her to four years in federal prison on...


Serial rapist sentenced to decades in prison for attacks in Washington D.C

Jose Angel Gomez, 42, has been sentenced to 35 years in prison for committing three rapes between July and October 2018.


Guilty pleas entered in Metropolitan Branch Trail robbery spree

Jalique Wiseman and Leon Kirksey, both 20 years old, have pleaded guilty to charges related to a series of robberies on the Metropolitan Branch Trail.


Georgia woman sentenced for transporting meth hidden in dog food

A Georgia woman has been sentenced in a federal court in Boston for her involvement in a drug trafficking operation.


Dominican national sentenced for violating Alien Registration Act

A Dominican national living in New Castle County, Delaware, has been sentenced to 30 days' probation for failing to inform the U.S. government of his change of address.


Drug trafficker Damien Jenkins sentenced to over twelve years

Damien Jenkins, a 35-year-old resident of the District of Columbia, has been sentenced to 151 months in federal prison for his involvement in a drug trafficking organization known as the "21st and Vietnam" crew.


South Florida gang members convicted on drug trafficking and firearms charges

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Florida, along with ATF Miami and the Broward Sheriff’s Office, announced federal convictions and prison sentences for 18 members of South Florida street gangs.


Texas man sentenced for distributing $64K worth of fentanyl

A fentanyl dealer has been sentenced to over four years in federal prison for distributing more than $64,000 worth of the drug.


donald j trump criticizes supreme court and bruce springsteen in truth social posts

On May 16, 2025, Donald J. Trump used Truth Social to criticize both the Supreme Court and musician Bruce Springsteen for their perceived affiliations with radical left politics.


Donald J. Trump's latest social media activity highlights ongoing political tensions

Former President Donald J. Trump took to Truth Social on May 15 and May 16 to voice criticisms against political adversaries and share content through links.


Diamond investment fraud leads to prison sentences for operators

On May 15, 2025, Adam Jonathan Lowe of West Pittston, Pennsylvania, was sentenced to over six years in federal prison.


Senator Cassidy hosts policy briefing on charter school innovation

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy hosted an event titled "Chartering Excellence: A Policy Briefing on Charter School Innovation" to discuss ways to improve access to charter schools.


Palmdale man indicted for alleged role in fatal fentanyl overdoses

A man from the Antelope Valley has been arrested following a federal indictment alleging his involvement in distributing fentanyl, leading to four overdose deaths at a Palmdale residence last year.


Portland woman charged with interstate threats and harassment

A Portland woman has been taken into custody following charges related to threatening interstate communications and anonymous telecommunications harassment.


Trump proclaims third Saturday of May as Armed Forces Day

On May 16, 2025, President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation to commemorate Armed Forces Day, highlighting the service and sacrifice of the United States military.


Oversight committee continues probe into alleged cover-up of Biden's mental health

House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer has announced the continuation of an investigation into alleged cover-ups concerning President Biden's mental health and use of autopen.