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By H. B. Edwards | Mar 10, 2026
The Senate Special Committee on Aging will hold a hearing examining China's influence over America's drug supply chain. Lawmakers aim to address concerns about foreign dependence for essential medications used by older Americans.
By R. C. Jamison | Mar 10, 2026
Senator Dick Durbin spoke against the Republicans’ SAVE America Act on March 10, arguing it would restrict voting access for millions of Americans. The act requires documentary proof of citizenship beyond standard identification forms like driver’s licenses or military IDs.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 10, 2026
Irven L. White received a sentence of over sixteen years after being caught twice with guns and drugs on the same St. Louis block. The case underscores law enforcement's focus on repeat offenders involved in violent crime.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 10, 2026
Robert W. Lederhilger III has been sentenced to over six years in prison for running a fraudulent mass-mailing scheme that targeted small businesses across the country with fake invoices for web hosting services. The scam resulted in nearly $9 million in losses over seven years.
By R. C. Jamison | Mar 10, 2026
Senator Dick Durbin criticized former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's leadership after her removal by President Trump. Durbin cited concerns over aggressive immigration enforcement tactics and called for reforms within DHS. The Senate Judiciary Committee will play an important role as it considers Noem's potential successor.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 10, 2026
Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper about Iran and regional security. Both officials stressed ongoing cooperation on Middle East issues. The call underscores continued diplomatic engagement between the two countries.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 10, 2026
Jorge De La Cruz has been sentenced to over eight years in federal prison for repeated firearm possession and drug trafficking offenses across New Mexico. Law enforcement recovered stolen guns and large amounts of narcotics during several incidents between June 2022 and January 2025.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 10, 2026
ICE has requested that Florida authorities hold Samuel Antonio Maldonado-Erazo after he was charged with killing his three-year-old nephew. The case raises questions about cooperation between local law enforcement and federal immigration officials.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 10, 2026
Chief Michael W. Banks shared updates on March 9-10, detailing destruction of cartel smuggling routes along the Rio Grande and advances in border wall technology.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 10, 2026
A Tennessee tax preparer has pleaded guilty to running an $80 million pandemic-relief fraud scheme involving false claims for government aid programs. The case resulted in over $52 million in losses for the United States government. Sentencing is set for June.
By T. P. Broyles | Mar 10, 2026
The House Energy and Commerce Committee has announced a public hearing focused on combating Medicare and Medicaid fraud. Lawmakers plan to question officials from CMS about their efforts against wasteful practices. The committee's work reflects ongoing concerns over protecting taxpayer funds.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 10, 2026
Julian Thompson of Pittsburgh pleaded guilty in federal court to failing to surrender for his prison sentence and distributing fentanyl and heroin while on the run. Authorities seized drugs, cash, and weapons during their investigation.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 10, 2026
The Department of the Interior has introduced a proposed rule aimed at restoring hunting and trapping regulations on Alaska’s national preserves to their previous alignment with state wildlife management laws.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 10, 2026
The Department of the Interior and the Alaska Department of Health have entered into a new agreement aimed at improving probate services for Alaska Native communities.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 10, 2026
The Department of the Interior has announced a proposed update aimed at reducing regulations for the offshore oil and gas sector.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 10, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission is sending over $47 million in refunds to renters affected by undisclosed fees from Invitation Homes. More than 444,000 consumers will receive payments following an FTC lawsuit and settlement with the landlord.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 10, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission is partnering with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and GoVA Foundation to host a discussion on the links between scams, financial difficulties, and mental health.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 10, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) held a closed meeting on March 12, 2026, at 3:30 PM EDT to discuss a nonpublic law enforcement matter.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 9, 2026
Dashawn Dwyer of Hartford pleaded guilty to unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon after police found him with an illegally modified gun during an arrest in November 2024. He faces up to 15 years in prison when sentenced in June.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 9, 2026
Michael St. Denny Jr., from St. Lawrence County, has pleaded guilty to distributing child pornography using social media applications in 2024. Authorities say he faces significant prison time when sentenced in July for his actions involving material depicting abuse of young children.
