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FTC finalizes order with Welsh Carson over anticompetitive practices
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized a consent order with Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe and its affiliates, collectively known as Welsh Carson.
USDA halts live animal imports from Mexico due to pest concerns
The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) released a statement from Chad F. Wolf regarding the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) decision to halt live animal imports through the southern border.
Missouri man sentenced for transporting minor across state lines for sex
A Missouri man has been sentenced to 230 months in prison for transporting a minor across state lines for sexual purposes.
On the Hill
Lawmakers address rising concerns over covert surveillance technology
The Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation convened a hearing titled "Breach of Trust: Surveillance in Private Spaces."
On the Hill
JFK files hearing addresses six decades of secrecy
Task Force Chairwoman Anna Paulina Luna opened a hearing on the JFK assassination files, highlighting the federal government's lack of transparency over six decades.
Massachusetts couple faces charges over multi-million dollar Ponzi scheme
A couple from Randolph, Massachusetts, has been charged with operating a Ponzi scheme that defrauded numerous investors of millions.
Head of real estate firm sentenced for $62M fraud scheme
Elchonon (Elie) Schwartz has been sentenced to 87 months in federal prison and ordered to pay over $45 million in restitution for a fraud scheme involving more than 800 investors.
API supports Trump administration's move against state regulations on energy
WASHINGTON, April 8, 2025 — The American Petroleum Institute (API) has expressed support for President Trump's recent executive order aimed at safeguarding American energy from what it describes as "illegal state overreach."
Jefferson County man faces federal charges over possession of child pornography
James Yerdon, a 54-year-old resident of Adams Center, New York, has been charged with possession of child pornography.
Api supports house committee's budget reconciliation bill passage
WASHINGTON, May 14, 2025 – The American Petroleum Institute (API) has expressed approval following the House Ways and Means Committee's passage of its section of the budget reconciliation bill.
Texas man sentenced for Delta Airlines stowaway incident
Wicliff Yves Fleurizard, a 27-year-old resident of Leander, Texas, was sentenced to time served for his felony conviction after unlawfully boarding a Delta Airlines flight in 2024.
Pittsburgh-area nursing homes fined $15 million for healthcare fraud
Companies operating two nursing homes in the Pittsburgh area have been sentenced to pay over $15 million in restitution following convictions for making false statements related to health care benefits.
Elder fraud prevention forum hosted by U.S. Attorney's Office in Florida
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Florida recently held a public outreach event in collaboration with the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP).
Portland man sentenced for attempted child sex crime after sting operation
A Portland, Oregon man has been sentenced to four years in prison for attempting to engage in a sexual act with a minor.
Api supports house committee's passage of budget reconciliation bill
WASHINGTON, May 14, 2025 – The American Petroleum Institute (API) has expressed approval following the House Energy and Commerce Committee's decision to advance its portion of the budget reconciliation bill.
FTC adds defendants in case against Growth Cave scam
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has expanded its legal action against the Growth Cave business opportunity and credit repair scheme by filing an amended complaint.
On the Hill
Task force announces second hearing on JFK files
The Task Force on the Declassification of Federal Secrets, led by Chairwoman Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.), has announced a second hearing focused on the JFK assassination files.
Tennessee woman pleads guilty in property fraud involving fake deed transfers
A Tennessee woman, Alicia England, 32, from Chattanooga, has pleaded guilty to charges of wire fraud and aggravated identity theft.
Latham man indicted for attempted coercion involving minor
Nathaniel Drescher, a 41-year-old resident of Latham, New York, was arraigned last Thursday following an indictment on charges of attempted coercion and enticement of a minor.
Westwego woman pleads guilty to unemployment insurance fraud conspiracy
Acting United States Attorney Michael M. Simpson announced that Reha Janee Arvie, 34, from Westwego, Louisiana, has pled guilty to conspiracy to commit mail fraud.
Former doctor pleads guilty to distributing misbranded COVID-19 drugs
Stephen D. Meis, a former medical doctor from Visalia, has pleaded guilty to introducing misbranded drugs into interstate commerce.
Jefferson man found guilty in federal sex trafficking case
A man from Jefferson, Texas, has been convicted of federal sex trafficking violations in the Eastern District of Texas.
Dubuque man receives lengthy sentence for child exploitation offenses
A Dubuque man, Justin James Paisley, 35, was sentenced to 45 years in federal prison for sexually exploiting two children.
Manchester man sentenced for defrauding nearly $300K in pandemic relief funds
A Manchester man, Kyereem Sackey, has been sentenced for his role in a scheme to fraudulently acquire nearly $300,000 in CARES Act funds from the U.S. government and the State of New York.
New Orleans man sentenced for possession and receipt of child sexual abuse material
Stephen Badon, a 35-year-old resident of New Orleans, has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison.