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A resident of Zuni, New Mexico, has been indicted on federal charges for sexually abusing two individuals over a period of two years.

House Administration Committee announces new resource lists for constituent services

The Committee on House Administration, together with the Communications Standards Commission, has introduced new guidance that allows Member offices to create and display a "Community Resources List" on their official websites.

New Orleans man pleads guilty to sending obscene videos to undercover agent posing as minor

A New Orleans man has pleaded guilty to attempting to send obscene material to someone he believed was a minor, according to Acting U.S. Attorney Michael M. Simpson.

Former DeWitt post office manager sentenced for stealing over $80K in stamps

Emilio Chirico, a 57-year-old resident of Cicero, New York, was sentenced to six months in prison for wire fraud and misappropriation of postal funds.

Former Marlborough executive charged with tax fraud conspiracy and obstruction

A former executive from Marlborough, Stephen L. Hochberg, has been charged with conspiracy to defraud the Internal Revenue Service and obstruction of justice.

Russellton man sentenced to ten years for transporting minor for sexual exploitation

A man from Russellton, Pennsylvania, has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for the sexual exploitation of a minor.

ICE detains two noncitizens convicted of child-related offenses

ICE has detained two individuals, Gladys Leticia Bustamente-Rios from Honduras and Maria Alejandra Gamarro-Quinonez from Guatemala, following their convictions for crimes involving children.

Senate Aging Committee schedules hearing on supporting seniors during holidays

Chairman Rick Scott and Ranking Member Kirsten Gillibrand of the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging will hold a hearing on December 3 to discuss how community networks can support older adults during the holiday season.

Mobile County man sentenced to 14 years for trafficking methamphetamine

A Mobile County man has been sentenced to 14 years in federal prison for conspiracy to traffic methamphetamine.

Congressional testimony highlights instability ahead of planned elections in Myanmar

Nearly five years after Myanmar’s military coup halted the seating of a democratically elected parliament, the country faces an ongoing crisis marked by violence, displacement, and international concern.

Justice Department investigates United Parks & Resorts over alleged ADA violations at Florida theme parks

The U.S. Department of Justice has begun an investigation into United Parks & Resorts Inc., the parent company of SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, and Aquatica Orlando, over allegations of disability discrimination.

Secretary Rubio meets with Ukrainian official on efforts toward ending conflict

Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Rustem Umerov, Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine, met to discuss ongoing efforts to end the war in Ukraine and support the country's long-term security and prosperity.

Presidential message honors Mark Twain’s legacy on 190th birthday

Today marks the 190th birthday of Mark Twain, recognized as a foundational figure in American literature.

Secretary Rubio meets Ukrainian official to discuss path toward sovereignty and prosperity

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Rustem Umerov, Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine, in Florida to discuss ongoing efforts related to the conflict in Ukraine.

President signs Medal of Honor pension increase and substance use program reauthorization

On December 1, 2025, the President signed two congressional bills into law.

Inmate death reported at FCI Fort Dix; FBI notified

A 25-year-old inmate, Jarrette Morales, was found unresponsive at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Fort Dix in Joint Base MDL, New Jersey, early on Saturday, November 29, 2025.

ICE lodges detainer after arrest of Finnish national accused of assault in Florida

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has issued a detainer for Nina Kristina Jaaskelainen, a Finnish national who has been living in the United States illegally since 1999.

ICE issues detainer on Liberian national accused of assaulting child at Arizona school

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has placed a detainer on Abel Kai Gblah, a Liberian national and registered sex offender, following his arrest for sexually assaulting a 10-year-old student at Orangewood Elementary School in Arizona.

Senate HELP Committee schedules hearing on rising health care costs

The Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee is scheduled to hold a hearing on December 3 to address the issue of rising health care costs in the United States.

House committee schedules hearings on Truman Scholarship bias and student privacy