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WEEKEND INTERVIEW: Congressman Bacon Supports Ukraine, Freedom, and the Cyber Fight

In a wide-ranging interview, U.S. Rep. Don Bacon (R-NE)—retired U.S. Air Force brigadier general and former NATO Commander—draws on decades of military and intelligence experience to make a case for stronger U.S. support for Ukraine.


Melania Trump joins president at signing ceremony for 'TAKE IT DOWN' Act

First Lady Melania Trump accompanied President Donald J. Trump at the White House Rose Garden for the signing of S.146, known as the "TAKE IT DOWN" Act.


Task force announces second hearing on JFK files

The Task Force on the Declassification of Federal Secrets, led by Chairwoman Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.), has announced a second hearing focused on the JFK assassination files.


Tennessee woman pleads guilty in property fraud involving fake deed transfers

A Tennessee woman, Alicia England, 32, from Chattanooga, has pleaded guilty to charges of wire fraud and aggravated identity theft.


Livingston woman sentenced for drug distribution involvement

A Livingston woman has been sentenced to three years in prison after admitting to drug and firearm charges.


Lawmakers question Harvard's ties to Chinese military-linked universities

Lawmakers have raised concerns over Harvard University's partnerships with foreign entities linked to national security and ethical issues.


Latham man indicted for attempted coercion involving minor

Nathaniel Drescher, a 41-year-old resident of Latham, New York, was arraigned last Thursday following an indictment on charges of attempted coercion and enticement of a minor.


Maryland man faces new charges including identity theft and passport fraud

A federal grand jury has returned a superseding indictment against Brendyn Andrew, 33, of Gaithersburg, Maryland, and Dominique Collins, 37, of Stafford, Virginia.


Man sentenced to 12 years for orchestrating home invasion from prison

Sean Patrick Curtis, aged 29, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for orchestrating a home invasion while already serving a state sentence.


Trump signs TAKE IT DOWN Act into law targeting digital exploitation

President Donald J. Trump has signed the TAKE IT DOWN Act into law, marking a significant step in combating digital exploitation.


Labor Department returns to previous independent contractor standard

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced on May 1, 2025, that it will not enforce the Biden administration’s 2024 independent contractor rule while considering a new rule.


Westwego woman pleads guilty to unemployment insurance fraud conspiracy

Acting United States Attorney Michael M. Simpson announced that Reha Janee Arvie, 34, from Westwego, Louisiana, has pled guilty to conspiracy to commit mail fraud.


AIA calls for support of reconciliation package for national security and job growth

AIA President and CEO Eric Fanning has called on the House of Representatives to approve a reconciliation package aimed at enhancing America's defense industrial base and modernizing the air traffic control system.


Trump signs 'TAKE IT DOWN' Act targeting nonconsensual deepfake content

On May 19, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed into law S. 146, known as the "Tools to Address Known Exploitation by Immobilizing Technological Deepfakes on Websites and Networks Act" or the "TAKE IT DOWN" Act.


Former doctor pleads guilty to distributing misbranded COVID-19 drugs

Stephen D. Meis, a former medical doctor from Visalia, has pleaded guilty to introducing misbranded drugs into interstate commerce.


Ecuadoran national charged with illegal reentry after sex assault conviction

David X. Sullivan, the United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, has announced that Roberto Muy, a 35-year-old Ecuadorian citizen, is facing charges of illegally reentering the United States after deportation.


Jefferson man found guilty in federal sex trafficking case

A man from Jefferson, Texas, has been convicted of federal sex trafficking violations in the Eastern District of Texas.


Santa Barbara advisor sentenced for defrauding elderly clients out of millions

A Santa Barbara County investment advisor, Julie Anne Darrah, was sentenced to 121 months in federal prison for stealing approximately $2.25 million from elderly clients.


Correction officers charged with healthcare fraud following incidents at Rikers Island

Three correction officers, including one current and two former employees of the New York City Department of Correction at Rikers Island, have been charged with healthcare fraud, mail fraud, and making false statements related to healthcare matters.


Federal operation targets criminal aliens in California

The United States Attorney's Office, in collaboration with federal law enforcement agencies, has initiated Operation Guardian Angel.