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Congress leaders respond to airport collision at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
House Appropriations Committee Chairman Tom Cole and Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development Subcommittee Chairman Steve Womack have issued a statement following a mid-air collision at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Former DHS Secretary: 'We must confront the cartels with the full force of the law'
Chad Wolf, former Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, said that President Trump's designation of cartels as foreign terrorist organizations will enable the U.S. to "confront" them with the "full force of the law."
Former Bush officials: Mexican cartels are ‘national-security threats, not a law-enforcement matter’
John Walters and William Barr, former officials from the Bush administration, have called for Mexican drug cartels to be treated as national security threats and terrorist groups.
New Orleans man receives five-year sentence for child pornography possession
U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans announced the sentencing of Joy Joseph Banerjee, a 57-year-old resident of New Orleans, for possession of prepubescent child pornography.
New Orleans man sentenced for federal drug and firearm offenses
Troy Locke, a 34-year-old resident of New Orleans, was sentenced on January 15, 2024, for federal drug and firearms violations.
New Orleans man sentenced for drug trafficking offenses
Derrick Washington, also known as "Eyes," a 53-year-old resident of New Orleans, was sentenced on January 29, 2025, by U.S. District Judge Jane Triche Milazzo.
European policymakers address key issues in artificial intelligence regulations
Policymakers in Europe are actively engaging with developments in artificial intelligence, as detailed in the latest bulletin from CDT Europe.
New Jersey man sentenced for Hudson River boat tragedy causing two deaths
Danielle R. Sassoon, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, announced that Richard Cruz has been sentenced to 18 months in prison.
New York man sentenced to five years for firearm possession linked to drug trafficking
Gabriel Figueroa, a 29-year-old New York resident, has been sentenced to five years in prison for possessing a firearm in connection with drug trafficking.
New Orleans man pleads guilty to bank robbery
U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans announced that Clement Leach, a 54-year-old resident of New Orleans, Louisiana, has pleaded guilty to bank robbery.
FCC proposes expanding 900 MHz band for broadband in new rulemaking
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has proposed expanding broadband deployment in the 896–901/935–940 MHz spectrum band. On January 16, 2025, the FCC released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (FCC-25-8) under WT Docket No. 24-99, which seeks to establish a 5/5 MHz broadband segment, doubling the current 3/3 MHz allocation, while preserving options for narrowband operations.
Nicholas J. Ganjei appointed new U.S. attorney for Southern District of Texas
Acting Attorney General James McHenry has appointed Nicholas J. Ganjei as the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Texas (SDTX).
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...
Scott Bessent assumes role as new Secretary of Treasury
Scott Bessent was sworn in as the 79th Secretary of the Treasury by Supreme Court Justice Brett M. Kavanaugh on January 28, 2025.
New Orleans man faces charges over alleged $9.2 million investor fraud scheme
U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans announced that Michael Brian DePetrillo, a 43-year-old from New Orleans, has been charged with violating the Commodity Exchange Act under Title 7, United States Code, Section 13(a).
Lunar New Year message highlights wisdom and transformation
To friends at home and around the world who celebrate Lunar New Year, heartfelt best wishes are extended.
New Jersey and Utah consider reforms on economic nexus rules
New Jersey and Utah are considering changes to their economic nexus rules in a move that could impact out-of-state sellers and marketplace facilitators.
New Orleans man pleads guilty to federal drug charges
United States Attorney Duane A. Evans announced that Jonas Richard, a 43-year-old resident of New Orleans, pled guilty on January 16, 2025, to three counts of distribution of fentanyl.
Paradigm VP of government affairs: New SEC crypto task force is 'a sea change compared to the last 4 years'
Alexander Grieve, vice president of government affairs at the crypto investment firm Paradigm, said that the Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) launch of a crypto task force indicates a shift in the agency's approach to digital assets.
Binance CEO: 'Crypto-friendly leadership in the world’s largest economy could have seismic effects'
Richard Teng, CEO of Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, said that U.S. leadership adopting a friendlier approach to the crypto industry would benefit the global crypto ecosystem.
CCIA submits comments on trade barriers ahead of Special 301 report
The Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) has submitted comments to the U.S. Trade Representative as part of the review for the upcoming Special 301 report.
New Jersey man admits role in animal torture video conspiracy
A New Jersey resident has admitted guilt in a federal court in Cincinnati for his role in a conspiracy involving the creation and distribution of videos depicting severe violence and abuse against monkeys.
Limited inventory boosts new home sales amid affordability challenges
A limited supply of existing homes, coupled with strong demand, contributed to an increase in new home sales at the end of 2024.
CDT outlines priorities under new Trump administration
As the Trump Administration begins its term, the Center for Democracy and Technology (CDT) outlines its strategic focus in response to the changing political landscape.
Brownsville CBP intercepts $1.4 million worth of cocaine in two separate seizures
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Brownsville Port of Entry intercepted cocaine in two separate incidents with a combined estimated street value of $1,432,355. “Our CBP officers work diligently to keep our borders secure and...