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Venezuelan man charged with illegal re-entry into US after prior removal

Jorge Humberto Moreno Martinez, a 34-year-old Venezuelan national, has been charged with being unlawfully present in the United States after having previously been removed by immigration officials.

Texas House Speaker Dustin Burrows to keynote at policy summit

The Texas Public Policy Foundation has announced that Texas House Speaker Dustin Burrows will be the keynote speaker at the upcoming Texas Policy Summit.

Virginia residents sentenced for roles in deadly drug trafficking ring

Eleven Virginia residents have been sentenced to prison for their involvement in a violent drug trafficking organization linked to a double homicide in Chesapeake.

Cocaine worth $7 million seized by U.S. authorities near Dorado

Air and Marine Operations (AMO), part of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, recently intercepted a smuggling attempt near Dorado, Puerto Rico.

Weekend Interview: Congressman Greg Steube’s Focus on National Security

Congressman Greg Steube, representing Florida's 17th district, is known for his strong stance on national security, his advocacy for limited government, and his commitment to defending American values. Elected to Congress in 2018, Steube quickly became a notable figure within the House, known for his bold positions on issues ranging from immigration reform to foreign policy.

OPINION: Censorship in America: A Betrayal of Constitutional Principles

In his address last week to the World Economic Forum, President Trump emphasized the urgency of safeguarding free speech. After what he says was "years and years of illegal and unconstitutional federal efforts to restrict free expression," he told the Davos crowd he intended to sign an executive order "to immediately stop all government censorship and bring back free speech to America."

Microsoft announces availability of Q2 FY25 earnings report and webcast

Microsoft Corp. has announced that the financial results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025 are now available on its Investor Relations website.

Mexican national faces charges for illegal reentry into US

United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg has announced the unsealing of an indictment against Elizabeth Ramirez-Medina, a 39-year-old Mexican national, for illegal reentry into the United States after deportation.

Federal indictment targets 37 individuals in south Georgia drug trafficking case

A federal indictment has been unsealed, revealing allegations against 37 individuals involved in a drug trafficking operation across several communities in south Georgia.

Rubio and Joly discuss US-Canada collaboration on global challenges

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly in Washington, D.C. to discuss collaboration on global challenges shared by the United States and Canada.

US-Israel defense leaders discuss security collaboration

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth recently engaged in an introductory call with Israel's Minister of Defense, Israel Katz.

Indianapolis man sentenced to over 20 years for drug trafficking crimes

Lamone Lauderdale, a 37-year-old resident of Indianapolis, has been sentenced to over 20 years in federal prison for drug trafficking and firearm charges.

Ripple CEO on new Treasury Secretary Bessent: I'm confident he will 'grow US tech and crypto innovation.'

Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple, expressed confidence in the newly confirmed Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, highlighting his potential to provide strong leadership and support policies that promote U.S. technological and cryptocurrency...

Fmr. FCC Commissioner: Hard to give ‘much credibility’ to rail industry comments on compliance with FCC-mandated comms modernization initiative

A former commissioner of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) said today that it's hard to give "much credibility" to comments by the rail industry that the industry is on schedule to comply an FCC-approved, $110 million initiative to modernize North America's rail communications systems by April 2026.

Nigerian man sentenced for defrauding US pandemic aid programs

Fatiu Ismaila Lawal, a Nigerian man residing in Canada, was sentenced to 54 months in prison for defrauding U.S. pandemic aid programs.

Ongoing challenges persist in passing comprehensive US privacy legislation

Fighting for privacy rights remains a challenging endeavor.

Lower Burrell man sentenced for fraudulent use of neighbor’s credit cards

A Lower Burrell resident has been sentenced to three years of probation for using unauthorized access devices, as announced by Acting United States Attorney Troy Rivetti.

Report suggests Pentagon cuts could save taxpayers over $60 billion

The Trump administration has the potential to enhance U.S. national security while saving taxpayers over $60 billion by addressing inefficiencies in Pentagon spending, according to a report released by The Quincy Institute, Stimson Center, and...

Jamaican man sentenced for running fraudulent lottery targeting US seniors

A federal judge in Charlotte has sentenced a Jamaican citizen, Antony Linton Stewart, to prison for operating a fraudulent lottery scheme based in Jamaica.

US urges ceasefire amid rising tensions in eastern DRC

Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a conversation with Rwandan President Paul Kagame.

Leader sentenced for using social media in multi-state drug trafficking operation

Joel Adrian Valencia Rosas, a 28-year-old from Lakewood, Washington, was sentenced to ten years in prison for leading a drug trafficking organization that distributed drugs across multiple states.

El Salvadoran man sentenced for unlawful reentry into the US

An El Salvadoran man residing in Chelsea, Massachusetts, has been sentenced in a Boston federal court for unlawful reentry into the United States.

Greensboro lab settles false claim allegations with $850K payment

Substance Abuse Treatment Labs in Greensboro and its owner, Paul Fribush, have agreed to pay $850,000 to settle civil allegations of violating the False Claims Act.

Rochester man pleads guilty in $250M child nutrition fraud case

A Rochester man, Sharmake Jama, has admitted to his involvement in a $250 million fraud scheme related to a federal child nutrition program.

Gangster Disciples member sentenced for firearm possession under Project Safe Neighborhoods

A member of the Gangster Disciples in Columbus, Georgia, has been sentenced to over 13 years in prison for illegal firearm possession.