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Gang members sentenced for Rio Grande Detention Center assault

Four gang members have been sentenced for their involvement in an assault at the Rio Grande Detention Center, according to U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei.


Eye Consultants agrees to pay $790K over false claims act allegations

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania has announced that Eye Consultants of Pennsylvania, PC (ECOP) will pay $790,000 to settle allegations under the False Claims Act.


Leader pleads guilty in $600M catalytic converter theft ring spanning multiple states

TULSA, Okla. – A significant development occurred today as Navin Khanna, 31, from Holmdel, New Jersey, pleaded guilty in federal court.


Senate committee advances President’s USDA nominees

Under the leadership of Chairman John Boozman, the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry has moved forward with two nominees for positions at the U.S. Department of Agriculture.


Treasury delays investment adviser rule implementation until 2028

In a move to ensure effective regulation that balances costs and benefits, the US Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has announced plans to delay the implementation of a rule for investment advisers.


Blockchain Association supports Quintenz's nomination for CFTC chair

The Blockchain Association has expressed support for the nomination of Brian Quintenz to lead the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).


NFIB supports legislation aimed at reducing regulatory burdens on small businesses

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has announced that it will consider H.R. 3898, known as the Promoting Efficient Review for Modern Infrastructure Today (PERMIT) Act, as a key vote for the 119th Congress.


Treasury delays investment adviser anti-money laundering rule until 2028

The US Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) announced plans to postpone the effective date of its final rule concerning anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) program...


U.S. economy shows signs of recovery under President Trump's leadership

Even the media acknowledges that the U.S. economy is "regaining its swagger" under President Donald J. Trump, as indicated by recent economic developments over the past week


Mexican man pleads guilty to unlawful return after deportation

Pedro Aranda-Zaragoza, a 49-year-old man from Mexico, pleaded guilty to unlawfully reentering the United States after deportation.


Guatemalan national faces federal indictment for illegal reentry

A Guatemalan national, previously deported from the United States in 2018, has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Rhode Island for illegal reentry.


Ernst recognizes Sponheim Sales and Services as Small Business of the Week

U.S. Senator Joni Ernst, Chair of the Senate Small Business Committee, has announced Sponheim Sales and Services as her Small Business of the Week for Mitchell County, Iowa.


Jefferson County man receives federal sentence for meth trafficking

A Beaumont man has been sentenced to federal prison for drug trafficking violations in the Eastern District of Texas.


Maine man pleads guilty to distributing THC-laced ice cream

A Maine man has admitted guilt in a federal court in Concord for his role in producing THC-laced ice cream that led to the illness of four individuals in Newmarket.


Foreign citizen extradited from Hawaii to face child rape charges in New Zealand

Acting United States Attorney Kenneth M. Sorenson has announced the extradition of a foreign citizen from Oahu to New Zealand.


Senate passes Moran's bill prohibiting bonuses for VA senior executives

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed legislation introduced by Senator Jerry Moran, chairman of the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs.


Belle Fourche man sentenced to nearly 13 years for money laundering

United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced that District Court Judge Camela C. Theeler sentenced a Belle Fourche man for conspiracy to commit money laundering.


Honduran citizen sentenced for illegal reentry; faces deportation again

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania has announced the sentencing of Elio Yoel Cardona-Torres, a 43-year-old citizen of Honduras.


Sioux City woman sentenced for meth distribution after prior felony conviction

A Sioux City woman has been sentenced to more than five years in federal prison for distributing methamphetamine.


District man sentenced for real estate fraud using fake deeds

Jeffrey M. Young-Bey, a 68-year-old resident of the District of Columbia, has been sentenced to 138 months in prison for his involvement in a scheme to steal residential real estate and secure over $850,000 in fraudulent loans.