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Suffolk man receives decade-long sentence for drug trafficking and firearm possession

A Suffolk man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for drug trafficking and firearms offenses.


DHS conducts fifth removal flight of Chinese nationals amid decreased border encounters

On January 6, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), through U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), conducted a significant removal flight to the People’s Republic of China (PRC).


UK government launches consultation on secondary ticket market regulation

The UK Department for Culture, Media and Sport has initiated a consultation on proposals aimed at regulating the secondary market for event tickets.


Blinken discusses regional stability with Omani foreign minister

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken held a conversation with Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr Albusaidi, according to Spokesperson Matthew Miller.


Tampa man pleads guilty to possessing child sexual abuse material

A Tampa man, Jack Rocker, has entered a guilty plea for possessing child sexual abuse material (CSAM).


Two arrested for alleged Medicaid fraud exceeding $1.8 million in Connecticut

Vanessa Roberts Avery, United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, along with several law enforcement officials, announced the arrest of Ramon Apellaniz and Suhail Aponte on charges related to health care fraud.


Mount Vernon police sergeant pleads guilty to violating constitutional rights

Edward Y. Kim, Acting United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, announced that Mario Stewart, a Sergeant with the Mount Vernon Police Department (MVPD), has pled guilty to using excessive force against an individual in Mount...


US imposes significant sanctions on Russia's energy sector

The United States has imposed significant sanctions on Russia's energy sector, which is the largest source of revenue for President Vladimir Putin's war efforts.


Vice President Harris discusses regional cooperation with Bahraini leaders

Vice President Kamala Harris held separate conversations with King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa of Bahrain.


Treasury proposes rules for commercial clean vehicle tax credits

The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service have announced a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) regarding the Qualified Commercial Clean Vehicle Credit, part of the Biden-Harris Administration's Inflation Reduction Act.


Biden-Harris Administration addresses anomalous health incidents with ongoing efforts

Upon assuming office, the Biden-Harris Administration initiated a focused effort to address anomalous health incidents affecting U.S. personnel.


US sanctions Venezuelan officials backing Maduro amid ongoing repression claims

The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has imposed sanctions on eight Venezuelan officials.


DHS extends Temporary Protected Status for Sudan due to ongoing conflict

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced an extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Sudan, effective for 18 months.


Commerce expands support for U.S. firms competing internationally

Today, the U.S. Department of Commerce has announced an initiative to expand its support for American companies vying for significant investment and concession projects overseas.


Former Tufts doctor sentenced for attempted child sex trafficking

A former anesthesiologist from Tufts Medical Center in Boston has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for attempted sex trafficking of a child.


Tennessee man pleads guilty to selling unapproved bodybuilding drugs

A Tennessee man has admitted to selling unapproved drugs for bodybuilding through his business, Rat’s Army, based in Kalispell.


Drug trafficker sentenced to forty years for crimes linked to informant's murder

A Goldsboro drug trafficker, Tamarcus Shaquan Ellis, was sentenced to 480 months in prison for conspiracy and trafficking methamphetamine.


Under Secretary Bass discusses Syria during visits to Türkiye and Saudi Arabia

Under Secretary of State John Bass has been engaged in diplomatic discussions during his visit to Türkiye and Saudi Arabia.


Washington man sentenced to over 12 years for killing teenager

Jason Lewis, a 42-year-old resident of Washington, D.C., has been sentenced to 12 and a half years in prison for the killing of 13-year-old Karon Blake.


Five plead guilty in bid-rigging scheme for Florida roofing projects

As part of an ongoing investigation, four individuals and one company have admitted guilt in bid-rigging conspiracies across central Florida.