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Penitas man sentenced to six months for interfering with federal officers

A 19-year-old man from Penitas, Texas, has been sentenced to six months in federal prison for interfering with federal officers during an enforcement operation.


Maryland U.S. Attorney details prosecutions under DOJ Operation Take Back America

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland has announced recent prosecutions related to the Department of Justice’s Operation Take Back America, a national initiative aimed at addressing illegal immigration and combating transnational...


Missouri man sentenced to 15 years for receiving child pornography

A Missouri man has been sentenced to 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to receiving child pornography.


Luxury home builders settle for $2.65 million over alleged PPP loan fraud

Four companies and three of their owners have agreed to pay $2.65 million to resolve allegations that they submitted false claims for loans under the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), according to an announcement from U.S. Attorney Nicholas J....


President signs three bills supporting veterans into law

On January 20, 2026, the President signed three bills into law aimed at supporting veterans. H.R. 224, known as the “Disabled Veterans Housing Support Act,” changes section 102(a)(20) of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974.


CBP highlights drug seizure in Texas and community safety efforts in recent tweets

U.S. Customs and Border Protection shared updates between January 18-20, 2026 about a major cocaine seizure at the Gateway International Bridge in Texas, recognition of Martin Luther King Jr.


Manufacturing firm settles with U.S. over alleged improper PPP loan

A Delaware-based manufacturing company with operations in Fairfield, New Jersey has agreed to pay nearly $2.9 million to resolve allegations that it improperly obtained a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan, according to an announcement by...


DHS details recent arrests during Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the arrest of several individuals in Minnesota as part of Operation Metro Surge, targeting people described as "worst of the worst criminal illegal aliens."


New Jersey woman sentenced for COVID-19 relief fraud involving PPP loans

Kisha Sutton, a 45-year-old resident of Jersey City, New Jersey, has been sentenced to two years in prison for her role in a scheme involving COVID-19 relief fraud and money laundering.


National Association of Realtors releases annual report outlining strategic initiatives

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) has released its 2025 Annual Report, providing an overview of the progress made on the organization’s 24 initiatives outlined in its 2026-2028 Strategic Plan.


Trump proclaims January 20th as National Day of Patriotic Devotion

One year after taking office, President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation marking January 20, 2026, as the National Day of Patriotic Devotion.


St. Louis County man receives over 14 years for drug trafficking and firearms offenses

A St. Louis County man has been sentenced to more than 14 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to multiple drug and firearm offenses.


Two plead guilty in Miami meth trafficking murder case

Two individuals have pleaded guilty to charges connected to a 2022 murder in Miami linked to drug trafficking.


Passaic County man receives 12-year sentence for fentanyl analogue distribution

A North Haledon man has been sentenced to 12 years in federal prison for his involvement in a drug trafficking organization that imported and distributed large quantities of fentanyl analogues and other controlled substances.


Restoration News examines Zohran Mamdani’s rise to New York City mayor

A new podcast episode by Restoration News delves into Zohran Mamdani's groundbreaking election as New York City's mayor in 2025.


Trump proclaims January 19 as Martin Luther King Jr. federal holiday for 2026

The President of the United States has issued a proclamation recognizing January 19, 2026, as the Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday.


U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement details arrests and cash seizure in recent tweets

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement shared updates on January 19, 2026 about arrests—including that of Isidro Soto-Rodriguez—and a cash seizure at Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP).


Diane J. Sabatino marks AMO anniversary, law enforcement activity, MLK Day in recent posts

Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane J. Sabatino highlighted milestones for CBP Air and Marine Operations, reported an arrest at the Brownsville Port of Entry, and honored Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.


DHS urges Minnesota officials to honor ICE detainers for over 1,360 criminal illegal aliens

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has urged Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey to comply with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrest detainers for more than 1,360 individuals described as...


DHS reports arrests of over 3,000 criminal noncitizens in Minneapolis operation

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested several individuals with criminal records in Minneapolis, Minnesota over the weekend as part of Operation Metro Surge.