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Richardson man receives lengthy sentence for child exploitation
An 80-year-old man from Richardson has been sentenced to 60 years in federal prison for sexually abusing a seven-year-old child.
Baltimore man pleads guilty to federal firearms trafficking conspiracy
Steven Lee, a 38-year-old resident of Baltimore, Maryland, has entered a guilty plea in federal court for his involvement in a firearms trafficking conspiracy.
Donald J. Trump posts links to Truth Social without context
Former President Donald J. Trump continues to share updates via Truth Social as seen in recent tweets from May 14-15, linking back to his posts without providing additional context or details about their content
FTC bans student loan scammers; demands asset turnover
A lawsuit by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has resulted in a fraudulent student loan debt relief operation and its owners being permanently banned from the debt relief industry.
Dover man pleads guilty to defrauding bank of over $880K
Today, Timothy Abercrombie, a 42-year-old resident of Dover, Oklahoma, admitted guilt in a bank fraud case. U.S. Attorney Robert J. Troester made the announcement regarding Abercrombie's plea.
FTC chairman discusses budget before House Appropriations Committee
Federal Trade Commission Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson addressed the House Appropriations Committee’s Financial Services and General Government Subcommittee regarding the agency's budget for Fiscal Year 2025 and its priorities for Fiscal Year 2026.
Miami trio charged with defrauding Covid-19 relief program
The last of three individuals accused of conspiracy to commit wire fraud appeared in Miami federal court, facing charges related to fraudulent Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan applications.
On the Hill
Senate HELP Committee approves Janet Dhillon as new PBGC director
The Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee has approved the nomination of Janet Dhillon to serve as the Director of the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC).
Moolenaar and Walberg urge Duke to end partnership with Chinese university
House Select Committee on China Chairman John Moolenaar and House Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg have urged Duke University President Vincent Price to terminate the university's partnership with Duke Kunshan University...
Federal indictment for alleged $1.5 million fraud against Fresno County
A federal grand jury has indicted Jafaar September Nyangoro, 52, from Franklin, Tennessee, and Peter Bah Acha, 45, from Berlin, Germany.
FAA expands tower simulation systems for improved controller training
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is advancing its efforts to expedite the certification of air traffic controllers while reducing costs through the installation of additional Tower Simulation Systems (TSS) nationwide.
Lexington attorney faces guilty plea for multimillion-dollar embezzlement
A Lexington attorney has agreed to plead guilty to charges of embezzling over $3 million from various victims, including family members.
Education department seeks nominees for new student loans committee
The U.S. Department of Education's Office of Postsecondary Education has announced plans to form a Negotiated Rulemaking Committee, named the 'Student Loans and Affordability Committee.'
FAA report outlines steps to improve organ transport on commercial flights
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has submitted a report to the U.S. Transportation Secretary regarding the enhancement of human organ transport on commercial airlines.
Vermont U.S. Attorney's Office honors law enforcement during National Police Week
In Burlington, Vermont, the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Vermont is acknowledging National Police Week.
Pierce County man indicted for alleged sex crimes involving minors
A man from Pierce County, Washington, has been indicted on charges related to sex crimes involving minors.
Former West Virginia correctional officer sentenced for cover-up in inmate death
Chad Lester, a former lieutenant at the Southern Regional Jail in Beaver, West Virginia, has been sentenced to 17 years and six months in prison.
Labor department finds child labor violations at Meadville facility
The U.S. Department of Labor has concluded investigations into a Meadville manufacturing company following an incident in May 2024 where a 16-year-old worker suffered a thumb tip amputation while operating a metal forming machine.
Bipartisan lawmakers introduce Chip Security Act against AI chip smuggling
House Select Committee on China Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), along with a bipartisan group of representatives, have introduced the Chip Security Act.
York County woman sentenced for PPP loan fraud
Brandi McCoy, a 48-year-old resident of York County, has been sentenced to 15 months in federal prison.
Maryland man pleads guilty to defrauding VA and SSA
Marvin Deboulet, a 51-year-old resident of Catonsville, Maryland, has pled guilty to wire fraud in a federal court.
CBP arrests Maryland man wanted on child pornography charges
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Peace Bridge border crossing in Buffalo, New York, have apprehended a Maryland man wanted on charges related to child pornography.
Canadian citizen arrested at U.S.-Canada border for Florida probation violation
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Chateaugay border crossing have arrested a Canadian citizen with an active arrest warrant from Stuart, Florida.
NatureMills recalls products over undeclared allergens wheat, milk and sesame
NatureMills US Inc., located in Prosper, Texas, has announced a recall of certain products sold between December 1, 2023, and May 10, 2025.
ICE arrests hundreds during week-long operation targeting illegal aliens
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) conducted a significant operation in the Houston area, arresting 422 individuals who were in the country illegally, including 296 identified as criminal aliens.