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Bridgeport man sentenced to eight years for drug trafficking and firearm offenses

David X. Sullivan, United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, announced that Eric Herman, 32, from Bridgeport, has been sentenced to 96 months in prison.


Brownsville residents sentenced for human smuggling; linked to Operation Take Back America

Two residents from Brownsville, Texas, have been sentenced for their involvement in smuggling illegal aliens, according to an announcement by U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei.


Blockchain Association CEO testifies on digital asset tax policy before Congress

Today, Summer Mersinger, CEO of Blockchain Association, will present her testimony before the House Ways and Means Subcommittee on Oversight.


Texas man sentenced for failed smuggling attempt after fleeing to Mexico

A Sullivan City resident has been sentenced to ten years in federal prison for charges related to alien and drug smuggling.


Cantwell demands answers on halted lithium-ion battery safety proposal

U.S. Senators Maria Cantwell and Gary Peters have raised concerns over the Trump Administration's handling of a proposed safety rule by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) concerning lithium-ion batteries.


Federal jury convicts New Jersey woman in COVID-19 fraud scheme

After a two-day trial, a federal jury has convicted Kisha Sutton, 44, from Jersey City, New Jersey, on charges of aiding and abetting bank fraud and laundering of monetary instruments.


Little Rock man sentenced to seven years for arson at fitness centers

Miles Andrew Caldwell has been sentenced to 84 months in federal prison for starting fires at two fitness centers in Little Rock, Arkansas.


Guatemalan national faces federal charges for assaulting law enforcement officers

A Guatemalan national, Cristian Aroldo Pineda Diaz, has been detained in federal custody following charges of assaulting a federal law enforcement officer.


Mexican man sentenced for illegal reentry into US four times since 2019

A Mexican man has been sentenced for illegally entering the United States multiple times since 2019.


Scott seeks briefing from SEC & PCAOB on CCP's influence over US exchanges

Chairman Rick Scott of the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging and Chairman John Moolenaar of the U.S. House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) have reached out to Paul Atkins, chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange...


Donald J. Trump shares multiple Truth Social posts via syndication to X in July 2025

Former President Donald J. Trump published several posts to his Truth Social account on July 15 and July 16, 2025, which were also distributed via the @TrumpDailyPosts account on X for wider reach across social media platforms


Northern Arizona business owners arrested over labor exploitation charges

Yesterday, federal search warrants were executed at five Colt Grill restaurants and 12 residences in two states.


Spokane man admits guilt in federal drug distribution charge

A Spokane, Washington man has pleaded guilty to drug charges in a case involving controlled substances, as announced by U.S. Attorney Kurt Alme.


Senate Commerce Committee evaluates DOT safety agency nominees

In a recent Senate Commerce Committee nominations hearing, Chairman Ted Cruz commended President Trump and Secretary Duffy for prioritizing safety at the Department of Transportation (DOT).


Senators Wicker and Reed file FY26 National Defense Authorization Act

U.S. Senators Roger Wicker and Jack Reed have filed S. 2296, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 (NDAA).


Three charged with trafficking firearms from Virginia under federal initiative

An indictment was revealed in the District of Columbia, charging three individuals with conspiracy to traffic firearms from Virginia.


Senate passes VA Home Loan Program Reform Act aiding veteran homeowners

U.S. Senators Jerry Moran and Richard Blumenthal, along with U.S. Congressmen Mike Bost and Mark Takano, have announced the passage of H.R. 1815, the VA Home Loan Program Reform Act.


Senator Capito leads hearing on surface transportation reauthorization bill

Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito led a hearing on the Surface Transportation Reauthorization Bill, emphasizing its importance for economic development and job growth.


Missouri man sentenced for possessing child pornography; FBI investigates

A Missouri man has been sentenced for possession of child pornography, according to U.S. Attorney Clint Johnson.