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Brothers from Lynn arrested for alleged drug conspiracy and firearms offenses

Two brothers from Lynn, Massachusetts, were arrested on May 15, 2025, as part of an investigation into drug conspiracy and firearm offenses.


Albanian national convicted in major international drug trafficking case

After a twelve-week trial in federal court, an Albanian national, Ylli Didani, 43, was convicted by a federal jury on charges of conspiracy to distribute cocaine, conspiracy to distribute cocaine on board a vessel subject to U.S. jurisdiction, and...


Former youth pastor receives prison sentence for child exploitation offenses

A former youth pastor has been sentenced for crimes involving the attempted coercion and enticement of a minor, as well as possession of child pornography.


Catholic Health settles over $3 million for alleged False Claims Act violations

U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced that Catholic Health System, Inc. (CHS) has agreed to pay $3,293,122.66 to settle allegations under the False Claims Act.


Donald J. Trump's latest posts highlight support for Senator Mullin

On May 16, Donald J. Trump posted multiple updates on Truth Social, expressing support for Senator Markwayne Mullin and reflecting on past electoral victories in Oklahoma.


Brentwood man convicted of cyberstalking New Jersey judge

A Brentwood resident has been convicted of cyberstalking a New Jersey judge, according to the Justice Department.


Texas Syndicate gang members sentenced for drug trafficking

Two residents of Corpus Christi, Texas, have been sentenced to federal prison for their roles in a drug trafficking conspiracy involving methamphetamine and heroin. U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei announced the sentences for Jesse Martinez, 51,...


U.S. Attorney's Office files numerous border-related cases amid ongoing enforcement efforts

Federal prosecutors in the Southern District of California have filed 153 border-related cases this week.


Milwaukee man charged with arson at downtown MATC campus

On May 15, 2025, a federal criminal complaint was filed against Jarriel Cotton, age 40, charging him with arson of a building used in interstate commerce.


Arizona charges hundreds in immigration-related offenses during enforcement week

During a week of enforcement operations from May 10 to May 16, 2025, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Arizona charged 310 individuals with immigration-related criminal conduct.


Pennsylvania man pleads guilty in trafficking case involving stolen human remains

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania has announced that Joshua Taylor, 46, from Wernersville, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty to the interstate transport of stolen human remains.


Mexican national sentenced to prison for drug conspiracy role

German Montano-Peralta, a 33-year-old from Nacozari, Sonora, Mexico, has been sentenced to 88 months in prison by United States District Judge Angela Martinez.


Diamond Desk Corp operators sentenced in $13 million investment fraud

Adam Jonathan Lowe, a 43-year-old resident of West Pittston, Pennsylvania, has been sentenced to over six years in federal prison for his role in a multi-million dollar diamond investment fraud scheme.


Elkins man sentenced to four years for drug trafficking

Richard Emery Delphey, a 52-year-old resident of Elkins, West Virginia, has been sentenced to four years in prison for methamphetamine distribution.


Indian national charged with transporting child sexual abuse material

An Indian national, Ashish Kapoor, also known as "Romy Kapoor," has been indicted for transportation and possession of child sexual abuse material.


Donald J. Trump's latest social media posts question Taylor Swift's popularity

Donald J. Trump recently took to Truth Social to express opinions on Taylor Swift's popularity and share links to additional content.


Clinton Township man sentenced to 40 years for child exploitation

Stephen Lewis Gentry, a 35-year-old resident of Clinton Township, Michigan, has been sentenced to 40 years in federal prison for creating and distributing images and videos depicting the sexual exploitation of children.


donald j. trump calls for republican unity with proposed tax and medicaid bill

On May 16, 2025, Donald J. Trump posted several messages on Truth Social urging Republicans to support a new bill aimed at cutting taxes and altering Medicaid eligibility.


EPA discusses regulatory changes with House committee

This week, a hearing was held by the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Subcommittee, led by Chairman Mike Simpson (R-ID) and Committee Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK), with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin.


Alabama man sentenced for hacking SEC X account impacting Bitcoin value

Eric Council Jr., a 26-year-old resident of Athens, Alabama, was sentenced to 14 months in prison for his involvement in a scheme to hack the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) X account, manipulating Bitcoin's value.