Sort By
Results
Anderson County man pleads guilty to Ponzi scheme and cyberstalking
Michael J. French, a resident of Pendleton, South Carolina, has entered a guilty plea for orchestrating a Ponzi scheme involving millions of dollars and for stalking two social media influencers.
New Kensington man admits guilt in major drug trafficking operation
A New Kensington resident, James Pinkston, has pleaded guilty in federal court to charges related to drug trafficking and money laundering.
ITIF criticizes UK government's reported demand for Apple's encryption backdoor
In a recent development, the UK government has reportedly issued a secret order demanding that Apple provide backdoor access to encrypted data of users globally.
Former Stoneham police officer sentenced for bribery involving Mass Save contracts
A former police officer from Stoneham has been sentenced in federal court for his involvement in a bribery and kickback scheme related to Mass Save contracts.
Vicksburg man receives five-year sentence for illegal firearm possession
A Vicksburg man has been sentenced to five years in federal prison for firearm possession as a convicted felon.
New York man sentenced for possessing stolen mail and postal keys
United States Attorney Susan Lehr has announced the sentencing of William Stewart, a 29-year-old resident of Brooklyn, New York.
New Orleans man pleads guilty to narcotics and firearms offenses
U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans announced that Carlos Jones, a 32-year-old resident of Orleans Parish, pled guilty to narcotics and weapons offenses on February 5, 2025.
U.S. Attorney's Office charges over 500 in Arizona for immigration-related crimes
During a two-week enforcement operation from January 21 to February 3, 2025, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Arizona charged over 500 individuals with immigration-related crimes.
Meta executive calls for EU tech regulation reform
Meta's Chief Global Affairs Officer, Joel Kaplan, engaged in a conversation with journalist Jack Parrock during Meta’s EU Innovation Day.
City settles with drag performers over First Amendment rights
The American Civil Liberties Union of Utah Foundation, Inc. (ACLU of Utah), ACLU, and the law firm Jenner and Block have announced a settlement in the case involving Mitski Avalōx and Southern Utah Drag Stars against the City of St. George.
Mobile man sentenced for role in Darrin Southall drug trafficking ring
A Mobile man linked to Darrin Southall's drug trafficking organization has been sentenced in federal court.
Boston man admits role in CDL test extortion scheme
A Boston man, Eric Mathison, has pleaded guilty to his involvement in an extortion conspiracy involving former Massachusetts State Police troopers.
Postal service supervisor admits guilt in major mail theft case
A United States Postal Service supervisor has admitted to stealing substantial amounts of money and valuable items from the mail.
Crypto investigator: 'Coinbase needs to urgently make changes' as more users are 'scammed'
ZachXBT, a crypto investigator and influencer, has urged Coinbase to take swift action as users reportedly lose "tens of millions every month" to scams.
Spanish citizen pleads guilty to illegal U.S. entry
Burlington, Vermont – The United States Attorney's Office has announced that Antonio Bayarri-Barrera, a 35-year-old Spanish citizen, has pleaded guilty to illegally entering the United States.
Bellevue man sentenced for possession of unregistered firearms
Robert D. Roggentine, Jr., a 63-year-old resident of Bellevue, Nebraska, has been sentenced to 48 months in federal prison following his guilty plea to two counts of possessing unregistered firearms.
ACLU challenges DOGE's access to personal data; calls for congressional oversight
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has initiated Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests with over 40 federal agencies, seeking transparency about the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)'s access to sensitive personal information.
Walnut Ridge man receives over two decades in prison for drug trafficking
Terry Duane Qualls, a multi-convicted felon from Walnut Ridge, Arkansas, has been sentenced to 262 months in federal prison.
Trump establishes White House Faith Office for religious liberty
President Donald J. Trump has established a White House Faith Office, underscoring his commitment to defending religious liberty.
Brooklyn man receives prison sentence for wire fraud conspiracy
A Brooklyn man has been sentenced to 34 months in prison for his involvement in a wire fraud conspiracy.
Mexico national sentenced for cocaine distribution intent in Nebraska
United States Attorney Susan Lehr announced that Nicandro Garcia Perez, a 40-year-old from Mexico, was sentenced in federal court in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Roanoke man sentenced to nearly two decades for drug possession
A Roanoke, Alabama man has been sentenced to 19 years in federal prison for possessing methamphetamine with the intent to distribute.
Father and son receive federal sentences for child pornography offenses
U.S. District Judge John W. deGravelles has sentenced Bobby Glenn Wall, Jr., aged 46, from Parchman, Mississippi, to 192 months in federal prison for distribution and receipt of child pornography.
Crypto influencer: A Bitcoin reserve evaluation is 'separate to any sovereign wealth fund'
Simon Dixon, a cryptocurrency investor and influencer, reported that President Trump's Crypto Czar, David Sacks, said the administration will evaluate the establishment of a U.S. Bitcoin reserve.
Crypto advisor: 'The U.S. is reshaping its crypto strategy'
Georg Brameshuber, a crypto advisor, said that the United States is "reshaping its crypto strategy" through the Digital Asset Bicameral Group and is proposing a sovereign wealth fund to become a "bitcoin-powered superpower."