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Wisconsin man sentenced for leading major drug trafficking operation
Joshua L. Lake, a 32-year-old resident of Stratford, Wisconsin, has been sentenced to 11 years in federal prison for leading a methamphetamine trafficking organization. U.S. District Judge William M. Conley delivered the sentence, which includes...
Wasilla doctor charged with possessing child pornography after FBI investigation
A doctor from Wasilla, practicing at the Alaska Brain Center, was arrested following an indictment by a federal grand jury in Alaska.
Trump administration announces $5.4 billion bridge funding program
The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has announced nearly $4.9 billion in funding for major bridge projects through the Bridge Investment Program.
FAA seeks innovators for air traffic control overhaul
U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is looking for a company to lead the development of a new air traffic control system.
USDOT updates pipeline enforcement policies focusing on due process
The U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has announced changes to its pipeline safety enforcement procedures.
Federal report criticizes California high-speed rail project's management and progress
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has released a report by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) highlighting significant issues with the California High-Speed Rail Authority's (CHSRA) high-speed rail project.
Plane crash off Vero Beach leads to successful rescue operation
Marine Interdiction Agents from Air and Marine Operations, part of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, responded to a plane crash off the coast of Vero Beach on Sunday.
CBP seizes $78K in unreported cash at Brownsville-Matamoros bridge
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Brownsville and Matamoros International Bridge Port of Entry have seized $78,040 in unreported U.S. currency.
Haskell County resident pleads guilty to failure to register as sex offender
Tyler Dee Baker, a 33-year-old resident of McCurtain, Oklahoma, has pleaded guilty to failing to register as a sex offender.
Salvadorean national charged with illegal possession after standoff with SWAT
On June 5, 2025, a federal grand jury indicted Helan Noel Lopez-Sanchez, a 32-year-old citizen of El Salvador, on charges of being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition.
Senate committee supports additional funding for NASA in reconciliation bill
Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) President and CEO Eric Fanning expressed approval for the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation's decision to include additional funding for NASA in the Senate reconciliation package.
Gettysburg man faces mail theft charges involving college deliveries
The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania has announced charges against Harry Hartman, a 54-year-old resident of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.
Guatemalan man sentenced for illegal reentry into U.S
A Guatemalan national, Elvis Alfonso Lopez-Perez, has been sentenced to eight months in prison for illegally reentering the United States.
Pittsburgh man receives decade-long sentence for drug distribution
A Pittsburgh resident has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for supplying cocaine to a street gang.
Porcupine man sentenced for sexual abuse of minor
A man from Porcupine, South Dakota, has been sentenced to two years in federal prison for the sexual abuse of a minor. U.S. District Judge Karen E. Schreier handed down the sentence on May 30, 2025.
Houston man convicted for smuggling illegal aliens into U.S
A Houston resident, Armando Balladares-Prado, has been found guilty of smuggling illegal aliens into the United States.
Two Mexican nationals indicted for illegal reentry in Ohio
The United States Attorney’s Office has announced that a federal grand jury in the Northern District of Ohio has indicted two Mexican nationals for illegal reentry into the United States.
Honduran citizen sentenced for illegal reentry into the United States
Wilson Geovanny Nunez, a 36-year-old Honduran citizen living illegally in the United States, has pleaded guilty to reentry of a removed alien and received a seven-month incarceration sentence.
On the Hill
Oversight committee to hold hearing with sanctuary state governors
House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer has announced a hearing titled “A Hearing with Sanctuary State Governors.” Scheduled for June 12, the event will feature testimonies from the governors of Illinois, Minnesota,...
National Farmers Union concludes 2025 leadership summit; announces new youth advisory council
National Farmers Union (NFU) has wrapped up its 2025 All-States Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C. The event culminated with the announcement of new members elected to the National Youth Advisory Council (NYAC).
On the Hill
Senate committee considers nominees for key roles at Department of Veterans Affairs
U.S. Senator Jerry Moran, chairman of the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, led a hearing to consider two nominations for positions at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
Blockchain groups urge inclusion of regulatory certainty act in legislation
A coalition of organizations, including DeFi Education Fund, Coin Center, Solana Policy Institute, The Digital Chamber, Blockchain Association, Crypto Council for Innovation, and Bitcoin Policy Institute, has urged Congress to incorporate the...
Laredo human smuggling ring leaders sentenced to federal prison
Two men involved in a human smuggling conspiracy have been sentenced to federal prison, according to an announcement by U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei.
Six men sentenced for illegal $15M transfer using hawala network
Hirenkumar Patel, the last of six individuals involved in an unlicensed money transmitting operation, has been sentenced to 21 months in prison.
Man sentenced for aiming laser at sheriff's helicopter in Post Falls incident
Aspen August Schaffer, a 31-year-old resident of Post Falls, has been sentenced to 35 months in federal prison for pointing a laser pointer at an aircraft, according to Acting U.S. Attorney Justin Whatcott.