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Defense Secretary emphasizes merit-based policies for military leadership

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has issued a memorandum emphasizing the Department of Defense's commitment to providing top-tier leadership for American service members.


Fentanyl dealer sentenced for selling deadly dose that killed army private

Jaron Johnson, a 23-year-old resident of Washington D.C., received a 60-month federal prison sentence for selling fentanyl that resulted in the death of a U.S. Army private.


Helena man pleads guilty to drug distribution conspiracy involving methamphetamine and fentanyl

A man from Helena has admitted to charges related to the distribution of methamphetamine and fentanyl, according to U.S. Attorney Jesse Laslovich.


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.


Former FDIC official: Ex-FDIC chairman 'has a court-verified history of de-banking politically "disfavored" legal businesses'

Dr. Paul Kupiec, a former official at the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), expressed his belief that assertions from cryptocurrency companies about federal government pressure leading to a pattern of "de-banking" are credible.


Secretary Noem joins ICE for NYC enforcement operation targeting criminals

Today, Secretary Kristi Noem participated in an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operation in New York City.


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.


Two sentenced for armed robbery of USPS mail carrier; third pleads guilty

U.S. District Judge Charlene Honeywell has sentenced two individuals for their involvement in the armed robbery of a U.S. Postal Service mail carrier in Tampa, Florida.


European countries adjust VAT rates amid economic shifts

More than 175 countries, including all major European nations, impose a value-added tax (VAT) on goods and services.


Former Colorado Springs man sentenced for defrauding COVID-19 relief program

Charles Lacona, Jr., a former resident of Colorado Springs, has been sentenced to 24 months in federal prison for defrauding taxpayer-funded COVID-19 relief programs.


Leader pleads guilty in fentanyl trafficking case involving unique drug form

A Houston resident, Tamarious "Poogi" Faulkner, has pleaded guilty to conspiracy charges related to the distribution of over 400 grams of fentanyl.


Western District collects over $11 million in fiscal year 2024

Acting United States Attorney Zachary T. Lee announced that the Western District of Virginia collected $11,714,277 in criminal and civil actions during Fiscal Year 2024.


Gunman sentenced to 10 years for fatal drug trafficking crime

Rafael Antonio Torres, a 21-year-old resident of West Jordan, Utah, has been sentenced to ten years in prison followed by five years of supervised release for his involvement in a fatal shooting linked to drug trafficking.



Lawmakers consider permanent improvements for capital investment deductions

Lawmakers are currently deliberating on the reconciliation process, with a focus on making permanent improvements to deductions for capital investment and research and development (R&D) costs.


Sanford man sentenced to 10 years for possessing fentanyl

A Sanford man received a 10-year prison sentence in U.S. District Court in Portland for possessing fentanyl with the intent to distribute.


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.


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.


Poll highlights benefits of e-commerce for small businesses

TechNet, a bipartisan network of innovation economy leaders, has released findings from a recent poll conducted with Ipsos.