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Former state employee charged with providing contraband to federal inmate

A former employee of the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection and a federal inmate have been charged in connection with providing and possessing a synthetic cannabinoid, known as "K2," at FMC Devens.


Ted Cruz emphasizes need for experienced leader at FAA during Senate session

In a Senate Commerce Committee executive session, Chairman Ted Cruz (R-Texas) emphasized the need for strong leadership at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).


Mohamed Sabry Soliman indicted on federal hate crime charges in Colorado

An indictment has been unsealed in Denver, charging Mohamed Sabry Soliman with 12 counts of hate crimes.


Blue Grass man sentenced to federal prison for child pornography offenses

A Blue Grass resident, Christian Brew Allen, has been sentenced to 216 months in federal prison for producing child pornography.


Senator Cantwell opposes Bryan Bedford's nomination as FAA Administrator

U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell, the Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, along with all Committee Democrats, voted against Bryan Bedford's nomination to lead the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).


Senator Collins questions AG Bondi on response to illegal marijuana grows in Maine

At a recent hearing in Washington, D.C., U.S. Senator Susan Collins questioned Attorney General Pam Bondi about federal efforts to combat illegal marijuana growing operations linked to Chinese criminal organizations in Maine.


Former Venezuelan general pleads guilty to drug trafficking and narco-terrorism

Former Venezuelan general Hugo Armando Carvajal Barrios, also known as "El Pollo," has pleaded guilty to multiple charges including conspiracy to import cocaine into the United States and engaging in narco-terrorism for the benefit of the Fuerzas...


Republicans subpoena senior ActBlue employees over alleged fraudulent donations

House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chairman James Comer, House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan, and House Administration Committee Chairman Bryan Steil have issued subpoenas to two senior employees of ActBlue.


Senator Collins addresses hearing on President's $9.4 billion rescissions package

U.S. Senator Susan Collins, Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, recently addressed a full committee hearing regarding President's $9.4 billion rescissions package request.


NFIB survey shows tech adoption trends among U.S. small businesses

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has published its Small Business and Technology Survey, offering insights into how small business owners across the United States are integrating new technologies into their operations.


Homeland security issues bulletin amid U.S. involvement in Israel-Iran conflict

Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem has released a National Terrorism Advisory System (NTAS) Bulletin, highlighting an elevated threat environment in the United States due to the country's involvement in the ongoing conflict between Israel...


Mexican national sentenced for human smuggling after high-speed chase

A Mexican national residing illegally in Laredo has been sentenced for reentering the United States unlawfully and human smuggling, according to U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei.


Marine firm settles over $3 million False Claims Act allegations

Viking Life-Saving Equipment (America) Inc., a marine equipment company, has agreed to pay $3.86 million to settle allegations of fraudulently obtaining paycheck protection program (PPP) loans.


Companies settle over improper paycheck protection program loan claims

Two companies from Pennsylvania and one from South Carolina have agreed to a settlement with the United States, addressing allegations of False Claims Act violations.


House committees subpoena senior ActBlue employees over alleged fraudulent donations

Today, House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan, House Administration Committee Chairman Bryan Steil, and House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chairman James Comer issued subpoenas to two senior employees of ActBlue.


Senator Capito releases updated EPW budget reconciliation text

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito, who chairs the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, has released updated legislative text under the committee's jurisdiction.


Markey questions SBA's use of controversial flag in Flag Day ceremony

Ranking Member Edward J. Markey has addressed a letter to U.S. Small Business Administrator Kelly Loeffler regarding the decision to display the "Appeal to Heaven" flag at the SBA headquarters during its Flag Day Ceremony on June 11, 2025.


Dixie County man faces federal meth trafficking charges

Ronald Carl Peavy II, a 49-year-old resident of Old Town, Florida, has been indicted on federal charges for possessing with the intent to distribute over 50 grams of methamphetamine.


Atlanta man sentenced to six years for fraud scheme involving stolen identities

Rodrick Florence Jr., a 35-year-old resident of Atlanta, Georgia, was sentenced to 72 months in federal prison for his involvement in a bank fraud conspiracy and aggravated identity theft.


Graham unveils updated homeland security reconciliation text

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, serving as the Chairman of the Senate Budget Committee, has released an updated version of the legislative text concerning homeland security.