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FTC explores potential trade practices in gender-affirming care for minors

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is organizing a workshop focused on examining potential unfair or deceptive trade practices in "gender-affirming care" for minors.


Scott County farmer pleads guilty to fraudulent COVID-19 relief claims

A Georgetown, Kentucky man, Robert Conley, 71, has pleaded guilty to making a false claim to obtain COVID relief funds.


Former CBP officer sentenced to prison for cocaine smuggling

Ivan Van Beverhoudt, a former U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer from St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for importing and possessing with intent to distribute over 15 kilograms of cocaine.


Lawmakers urge Google CEO Pichai on AI use against CCP-linked online scams

Today, Chairman John Moolenaar and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi of the United States House Select Committee on Strategic Competition between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party sent a bipartisan letter to Google CEO Sundar Pichai.


Clinton County man pleads guilty to multiple child pornography charges

Anthony Deyoe, a 45-year-old resident of Au Sable Forks, New York, has entered a guilty plea for charges related to child pornography distribution, receipt, and possession.


Senator Cassidy addresses cybersecurity in healthcare during Senate HELP Committee hearing

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), who chairs the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, addressed a hearing on the future of health care and improving cybersecurity to protect Americans' health privacy.


Senator Cruz addresses flood tragedy at Senate Commerce Committee hearing

In a recent Senate Commerce Committee nominations hearing, Chairman Ted Cruz (R-Texas) addressed the severe flash flooding that impacted central Texas, expressing condolences to those affected.


Senate confirms William Briggs as Deputy Administrator of Small Business Administration

Today, the U.S. Senate confirmed William Briggs as Deputy Administrator of the Small Business Administration (SBA) following a 49-45 vote.


Raleigh County man pleads guilty to gun crime; faces up to 15 years

Francis Combs, a 55-year-old resident of Cool Ridge, has entered a guilty plea for the federal offense of being a felon in possession of a firearm.


Cantwell underscores importance of PBS and NPR during emergencies amid funding cut threats

U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell has emphasized the essential role that public broadcasters play in delivering emergency information during weather-related disasters.


Port Arthur felon sentenced for firearm possession in federal court

A Port Arthur man has been sentenced to federal prison for a firearms violation, according to an announcement by Acting U.S. Attorney Jay R. Combs.


Tyriq Williams sentenced to 16 years for murder at Navy Yard Metro Station

Tyriq Williams, a 34-year-old resident of the District of Columbia, has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for the murder of Terry Clark.


FTC issues refunds over deceptive practices by weight-loss supplement marketer

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is distributing over $409,000 to consumers who purchased products from Roca Labs, a weight-loss supplement marketer.


Houston man pleads guilty to defrauding individuals seeking legal status

A Houston man has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud, according to U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei.


Philadelphia man sentenced to 15 years for leading drug trafficking ring

A Philadelphia resident, Mikal Davis, 47, has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison followed by five years of supervised release for his role in leading a large-scale drug trafficking organization.


Senate EPW Committee reviews EPA and NRC nominations; approves GSA resolutions

Today, the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, chaired by U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito, held a business meeting to discuss key nominations and resolutions.


Cuban national pleads guilty to $800K theft from elderly victim's bank account

MIAMI – Michel Duarte Suarez, a 50-year-old Cuban national, has pleaded guilty to orchestrating a scheme from Panama that involved stealing over $800,000 from an elderly victim's bank account.


Puerto Rico gang members indicted on drug trafficking and firearms charges

On July 2, 2025, a federal grand jury in the District of Puerto Rico indicted 16 members of a violent gang from San Germán.


Cantwell questions Trump's NOAA nominee over proposed $2.2 billion budget cuts

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell, a leading member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, questioned Dr. Neil Jacobs about his plans for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) amidst...


Senate Appropriations Committee hosts breakthrough T1D Children’s Congress

U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Jeanne Shaheen recently hosted a hearing titled "A Future Without Type 1 Diabetes: Accelerating Breakthroughs and Creating Hope" in Washington, D.C. The event was part of the Breakthrough T1D Children’s Congress,...