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Hollywood director convicted in $11 million fraud involving streaming service

A Los Angeles-based director and writer, Carl Erik Rinsch, has been convicted of wire fraud and money laundering after stealing $11 million from a subscription video on-demand streaming service for a planned science fiction television show called...


Senate set to vote on Cassidy-backed health care cost reduction bill

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, who chairs the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, is scheduled to address the Senate today regarding the Health Care Freedom for Patients Act.


Cantwell and Cruz seek removal of defense bill provision on military flight tracking

U.S. Senators Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, and Chairman Ted Cruz (R-Texas) have introduced an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) aimed at removing...


Houston man receives 57-month sentence for ATM thefts across Eastern District

A Houston man has been sentenced to federal prison for his role in a series of violent ATM thefts across the Eastern District of Texas, according to an announcement from U.S. Attorney Jay R. Combs.


Durbin criticizes Trump administration's immigration policies during Senate Judiciary Committee meeting

During a Senate Judiciary Committee executive business meeting, Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL), the committee’s Ranking Member, criticized the Trump Administration’s approach to immigration enforcement and resource allocation.


Federal jury convicts Plant City man for armed gas station robbery

A federal jury in Tampa has found Emarjai Walker, 29, of Plant City, guilty of interference with commerce by robbery and discharging a firearm during a violent felony.


Anthony man receives nearly 20-year sentence for drug trafficking and firearms offenses

An Anthony, New Mexico resident has been sentenced to nearly 20 years in federal prison for drug trafficking and firearms offenses.


CBP AMO highlights readiness and border enforcement in recent social media posts

U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Air and Marine Operations (CBP AMO) shared several statements in December 2025 emphasizing operational readiness and strict border enforcement policies.


California man sentenced for supplying drugs to Hawaii trafficking ring

Lynden David Lightburn, 52, from Los Angeles, California, was sentenced to six years in federal prison for his role in a drug trafficking conspiracy involving fentanyl, heroin, and methamphetamine.


Boston man indicted on federal sex trafficking charges involving minors

A Boston resident has been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges related to sex trafficking three individuals, including a minor, across New Hampshire and Massachusetts.


Senate Judiciary Committee advances judicial and U.S. attorney nominations

The Senate Judiciary Committee has advanced several key nominations, moving forward with four candidates for U.S. Attorney positions and three nominees for federal judgeships.


Kauai woman receives over 12-year prison sentence for drug trafficking conviction

A Kauai woman has been sentenced to over 12 years in federal prison for her role in a methamphetamine trafficking operation.


Comer criticizes Democratic bill limiting presidential control over federal workforce

House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer has criticized Democratic lawmakers for advancing H.R. 2550, legislation he described as a “pro–union boss bill” that would prevent President Donald Trump from implementing...


Sanctuary policy leads to release of suspect after multi-vehicle crash involving school bus

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) filed a detainer for Juan Hernandez-Santos, a Mexican national accused of causing a six-car crash involving a school bus while driving an 18-wheeler in Lacey, Washington, on December 4, 2025.


Jefferson Parish man pleads guilty to federal firearm and drug charges

A Metairie man has pleaded guilty to federal firearm and narcotics charges, according to Acting United States Attorney Michael M. Simpson.


U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement reports arrests and announces virtual career fair

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement provided updates on recent law enforcement actions—including an arrest in Chicago—and promoted a nationwide virtual career fair on December 11th via social media posts


ICE announces arrests including individual with 14 convictions in sanctuary California

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has announced the arrest of several individuals described as criminal illegal aliens, including one with 14 convictions in California, a state known for its sanctuary policies.


Chairman Garbarino addresses evolving security threats at annual House Homeland Security hearing

House Committee on Homeland Security Chairman Andrew R. Garbarino delivered the opening statement at the committee’s annual Worldwide Threats hearing in Washington, D.C. The hearing featured testimony from Department of Homeland Security Secretary...


Shelby woman sentenced for attempting to harbor illegal aliens

A Shelby resident, Kristin Louise Mitchell, was sentenced to three months in prison followed by two years of supervised release for attempting to harbor illegal aliens, according to U.S. Attorney Kurt Alme.


FTC returns $9.6 million to consumers misled by CarShield’s vehicle service contracts

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is distributing more than $9.6 million in refunds to consumers who purchased vehicle service contracts from CarShield and American Auto Shield, LLC.