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By F. E. Simons | Mar 25, 2026
A Uruguayan man has pleaded guilty in Miami federal court after agreeing to move nearly $100,000 linked with a sanctioned Venezuelan official into the United States through an unlicensed money services business. Authorities say he used fake invoices and coded language during these transactions.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 25, 2026
Ardavan Alamoutinia has pleaded guilty in federal court for his role in a scheme involving more than $2.8 million in fraudulent pandemic unemployment claims. Prosecutors say he filed hundreds of false applications using stolen identities across multiple states.
By H. B. Edwards | Mar 25, 2026
House appropriators held a field hearing focusing on oversight of U.S. funding at the United Nations. Lawmakers discussed legislative requirements aiming for greater accountability and alignment with American interests abroad.
By H. B. Edwards | Mar 25, 2026
Senator Rick Scott has introduced new legislation aimed at helping seniors stay active in the workforce without losing Social Security benefits. The announcement came during a recent Senate Aging Committee hearing focused on older Americans' role in employment.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 25, 2026
Federal officials have charged Aristides Cabrera with distributing deadly opioids linked to a child's overdose death in Bronx housing. Authorities say he continued dealing despite tragedy; he now faces serious federal charges.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 25, 2026
A man from Congo living in Texas has been sentenced for participating in an email fraud scheme targeting an Alabama business. He received over $200,000 through fraudulent transfers before redistributing proceeds among conspirators.
By C. M. Ingle | Mar 25, 2026
CBP officers at Progreso Port of Entry detained two men wanted on sex-related felony charges during Spring break traffic this March. Both were identified through biometric checks and handed over to local authorities.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 25, 2026
Jesus Ramos from Dunkirk pleaded guilty to stealing government funds through fraudulent pandemic unemployment claims involving Puerto Rico's labor department. Authorities say his actions contributed to losses totaling over $67,000.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 25, 2026
U.S. Customs and Border Protection shared updates on arrests at the northern border—including one involving serious criminal charges—and ongoing construction of new border barriers in Arizona.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 25, 2026
The Justice Department has sued San Clemente-based S&K Towing Inc., alleging it illegally auctioned nearly 150 vehicles owned by military members without proper legal process. Officials say such actions violate protections provided under federal law for servicemembers during deployments.
By F. E. Simons | Mar 25, 2026
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement published updates on its Twitter account between March 24–25, 2026 regarding enforcement actions including the revocation of citizenship from Joff Stenn Wroy Philossaint for COVID-19 relief fraud and the...
By R. C. Jamison | Mar 25, 2026
Senator Chuck Grassley led a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on March 25 featuring four judicial nominees. The session focused on candidates' backgrounds relevant to key courts while highlighting the committee's national influence over legal matters.
By R. C. Jamison | Mar 25, 2026
Senator Dick Durbin spoke out against Kara Westercamp's nomination at a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing focused on trade policy and judicial appointments. The committee discussed concerns over presidential authority regarding tariffs following recent Supreme Court decisions.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 25, 2026
Team Rehabilitation Services has agreed to pay nearly $5 million after being accused of submitting false claims related to physical therapy services billed under federal health care programs between 2018 and 2024. The company cooperated with investigators following discovery of improper billing practices.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 25, 2026
Jalal Makland Adeeb has been extradited from Costa Rica to New Mexico where he faces federal human trafficking charges. Authorities say this case highlights ongoing efforts against international smuggling networks involving multiple agencies.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 25, 2026
Tyrone Terrell Harris from Chicago pled guilty on March 24 in Cedar Rapids federal court for his role in a fraudulent U.S. Treasury check scheme targeting Eastern Iowa banks during 2023. Several others have been convicted as part of this investigation led by federal agencies.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 25, 2026
John H. Windom has been charged with concealing cash and gifts received from government contractors during his leadership at Veterans Affairs' electronic health records project. Prosecutors allege he failed to disclose these benefits over several years while overseeing one of federal government's largest IT contracts.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 25, 2026
Larenta Deshawn Dawkins has been sentenced to thirty years for possessing methamphetamine with intent to distribute after an investigation uncovered shipments sent from out-of-state sources into Alabama communities. Law enforcement officials say this sentence sends a strong message against drug trafficking.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 25, 2026
Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane J. Sabatino used her social media platform on March 25, 2026 to honor military heroism during the Korean War and recognize law enforcement officers' dedication while also providing information about voluntary...
By T. P. Broyles | Mar 25, 2026
The House Energy and Commerce Committee has sent two bipartisan bills focused on first responder networks and emergency alerts for consideration by all members of Congress. Lawmakers say these measures aim at improving communication systems during natural disasters.
