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USDOT and FAA seek innovators for new air traffic control system
The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) have initiated Industry Day events to engage companies in developing a new air traffic control system.
Transportation Secretary supports audit after fatal midair collision near Reagan National
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has expressed his support for an independent audit of airspace operations and safety oversight in the National Capital Region, which includes Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
CMS approves expanded tribal health access in six states
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has approved Medicaid State Plan Amendments (SPAs) in Minnesota, New Mexico, Oregon, South Dakota, Washington, and Wyoming.
Bureau of Prisons implements policies for First Step Act and Second Chance Act
The Bureau of Prisons (BOP) has issued a policy memorandum to fully implement the First Step Act of 2018 and the Second Chance Act of 2008.
DOJ OIG finds issues in federal prison food services after inspections
The Department of Justice's Office of the Inspector General (DOJ OIG) has released a report detailing the findings from unannounced inspections of food service operations at six Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) institutions.
Mexican national sentenced for illegal re-entry into the US
Laurencio Olvera-Terrazas, a 54-year-old Mexican national, has been sentenced for illegal re-entry into the United States.
FTC bans operator of Ganadores scam after deceptive practices exposed
Robert Shemin, associated with the Ganadores scam involving false earnings claims in real estate and ecommerce business opportunities, faces a lifetime ban from the industry following a Federal Trade Commission (FTC) lawsuit.
Owner sentenced for $76M fraud involving precious metals
Following an eight-day jury trial, Robert L. Higgins was sentenced to 65 years in federal prison for charges of mail fraud, wire fraud, and income tax evasion.
Haverhill man sentenced for cocaine and firearms trafficking
A Haverhill man has been sentenced to over three years in prison for trafficking cocaine and illegal firearms.
South Florida medical providers settle fraud allegations for $810k
Vascular and Interventional Specialists, LLC (VIS), Vascular and Spine Institute, Inc. (VSI), along with doctors Oscar Sosa and Osmany DeAngelo, have agreed to pay $810,301 to resolve allegations of violating the False Claims Act.
Arizona charges over 170 individuals for immigration-related crimes
During a week of enforcement operations from June 14 to June 20, 2025, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Arizona charged 177 individuals with immigration-related criminal conduct.
Eight indicted for drug trafficking conspiracies linked to Massachusetts
Eight individuals have been indicted for their involvement in drug trafficking operations originating from Massachusetts and distributing illegal drugs in Manchester, as announced by Acting U.S. Attorney Jay McCormack.
NFIB files amicus brief on blight designation case impacting property rights
NFIB has submitted an amicus brief in the case of Cynthia Fisher, et al. v. City of Ocean Springs, Mississippi, currently before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.
On the Hill
Senate committee to explore sports medicine's role in healthy aging
On June 25, Senator Rick Scott, Chair of the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging, along with Ranking Member Kirsten Gillibrand, will hold a hearing titled "Lessons from the Field: How Sports Medicine Can Improve Health Outcomes for Older Adults."
Assistant U.S. attorney receives prestigious award from South Dakota's women lawyers
United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced that Diana Ryan, an Assistant U.S. Attorney and Chief of the Civil Division at the United States Attorney’s Office in South Dakota, has been awarded the title of Attorney of the Year by the State...
Justice Department increases efforts against elder fraud
In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, U.S. Attorney General Pamela Bondi and U.S. Attorney Theodore S. Hertzberg have announced increased efforts by the Justice Department to protect seniors from fraud schemes that cost victims...
D.C. man sentenced for role in nationwide fentanyl distribution scheme
Melvin Edward Allen, Jr., a 39-year-old resident of Washington D.C., has been sentenced to 75 months in federal prison for his involvement in a fentanyl trafficking operation.
District man sentenced for drug trafficking and illegal firearm possession
Francisco Roche, a 35-year-old resident of the District of Columbia, has been sentenced to 110 months in prison for drug trafficking and illegal firearms possession.
donald j. trump criticizes biden's border policy and alleges fbi targeting
Donald J. Trump shared his opinions on Truth Social regarding U.S. border policies under President Joe Biden and reiterated claims about the legitimacy of the 2020 election results.
Bristow man receives life sentence for daughter's murder
A Bristow man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of his 5-year-old daughter, as announced by U.S. Attorney Clint Johnson.
Buffalo man found guilty of murdering federal informant
A federal jury has found Alphonso Payne, also known as Ajay, guilty of multiple charges including the murder of a federal informant. U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced the verdict in Buffalo, New York.
donald trump discusses inflation and economy on truth social
Former President Donald J. Trump shared multiple posts on his Truth Social account on June 19, 2025.
Southern District files 83 border-related cases amid ongoing enforcement efforts
Federal prosecutors in the Southern District of California have filed 83 border-related cases this week.
Former federal officer faces charges for child exploitation material
Philip Andrew Douglass, a former federal officer from Pineville, North Carolina, appeared in court to face charges related to child sexual abuse material (CSAM). U.S. Attorney Russ Ferguson announced that Douglass, 42, is accused of distributing...
Meijer recalls Frederik’s Dark Chocolate Almonds due to undeclared cashew presence
Meijer has announced a recall of certain packages of Frederik’s Dark Chocolate Almonds due to the presence of undeclared cashews.