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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.


New Orleans man pleads guilty to federal gun control and drug charges

Marcus Theodore, a 33-year-old resident of New Orleans, has pled guilty to charges related to federal gun control and controlled substances violations. U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans announced the plea on January 10, 2025, before United States...


U.S. Attorney Kate E. Brubacher announces resignation effective January 19

United States Attorney for the District of Kansas, Kate E. Brubacher, has announced her resignation effective January 19, 2025.


Virgin Islands officials charged with bribery scheme involving government contractor

An indictment was revealed today, charging Ray Martinez, the former police commissioner of the Virgin Islands Police Department, and Jenifer O’Neal, the former director of the Virgin Islands Office of Management and Budget, with involvement in a...


EPA settles with White's Diesel Performance over Clean Air Act violations

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Justice have finalized a settlement with White’s Diesel Performance, Inc., an automotive aftermarket parts distributor based in Nokomis, Florida.


PAC treasurer pleads guilty to defrauding donors over multiple years

Edward Y. Kim, the Acting United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, has announced that Robert Piaro, treasurer of several political action committees (PACs), has pleaded guilty to telemarketing wire fraud.


HUD announces $10 million funding for minority-serving institutions' housing research

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced a $10 million funding opportunity through its Office of Policy Development & Research to support minority-serving institutions (MSIs) in housing and community development...


National Farmers Union supports new guidance on 45Z clean fuels tax credit

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has released guidance on the 45Z Clean Fuels Production tax credit, part of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).