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Labor Department returns to previous independent contractor standard

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced on May 1, 2025, that it will not enforce the Biden administration’s 2024 independent contractor rule while considering a new rule.


Westwego woman pleads guilty to unemployment insurance fraud conspiracy

Acting United States Attorney Michael M. Simpson announced that Reha Janee Arvie, 34, from Westwego, Louisiana, has pled guilty to conspiracy to commit mail fraud.


AIA calls for support of reconciliation package for national security and job growth

AIA President and CEO Eric Fanning has called on the House of Representatives to approve a reconciliation package aimed at enhancing America's defense industrial base and modernizing the air traffic control system.


Trump signs 'TAKE IT DOWN' Act targeting nonconsensual deepfake content

On May 19, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed into law S. 146, known as the "Tools to Address Known Exploitation by Immobilizing Technological Deepfakes on Websites and Networks Act" or the "TAKE IT DOWN" Act.


Former doctor pleads guilty to distributing misbranded COVID-19 drugs

Stephen D. Meis, a former medical doctor from Visalia, has pleaded guilty to introducing misbranded drugs into interstate commerce.


Ecuadoran national charged with illegal reentry after sex assault conviction

David X. Sullivan, the United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, has announced that Roberto Muy, a 35-year-old Ecuadorian citizen, is facing charges of illegally reentering the United States after deportation.


Jefferson man found guilty in federal sex trafficking case

A man from Jefferson, Texas, has been convicted of federal sex trafficking violations in the Eastern District of Texas.


Santa Barbara advisor sentenced for defrauding elderly clients out of millions

A Santa Barbara County investment advisor, Julie Anne Darrah, was sentenced to 121 months in federal prison for stealing approximately $2.25 million from elderly clients.


Correction officers charged with healthcare fraud following incidents at Rikers Island

Three correction officers, including one current and two former employees of the New York City Department of Correction at Rikers Island, have been charged with healthcare fraud, mail fraud, and making false statements related to healthcare matters.


Federal operation targets criminal aliens in California

The United States Attorney's Office, in collaboration with federal law enforcement agencies, has initiated Operation Guardian Angel.


Jonathan Cruz-Carmona sentenced for assaulting fellow inmate at FCI Danbury

David X. Sullivan, the United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, has announced the sentencing of Jonathan Cruz-Carmona.


D.C man receives over three decades sentence for armed robbery spree

U.S. District Judge Lydia K. Griggsby has sentenced William David Hill, also known as "Old Man" and "Tank," to over 33 years in federal prison followed by five years of supervised release.


Retired Admiral Robert Burke found guilty in bribery scheme

WASHINGTON – Admiral Robert Burke, a retired U.S. Navy officer from Coconut Creek, Florida, has been found guilty of bribery.


Dunbarton man sentenced to 12 years for possession of child sexual abuse material

A Dunbarton man, Scott Currier, has been sentenced to 12 years in federal prison for possession of child sexual abuse material (CSAM).


FARC-EP leaders indicted for narco-terrorism activities involving drug-for-weapons trade

A federal indictment has been issued against two individuals, identified as Iván Jacobo Idrobo Arredondo and Juan Diego Palta Montero, for their alleged involvement in a cocaine-manufacturing operation that exchanged drugs for weapons to support...


Comer and Ernst call for review after misuse of government credit cards

After a report disclosed misuse of government charge cards by Pentagon officials, House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer and U.S. Senate DOGE Caucus Chair Joni Ernst are calling for a thorough review of federal...


East St. Louis woman receives 11-year sentence for gun charge

A U.S. district judge has sentenced Cierra S. Whitley, a 36-year-old woman from East St. Louis, to 11 years in prison for possessing a firearm as a convicted felon.


Billings woman sentenced for fentanyl trafficking with firearm possession

A Billings woman has been sentenced to 11 years in prison for drug and gun charges.


Dubuque man receives lengthy sentence for child exploitation offenses

A Dubuque man, Justin James Paisley, 35, was sentenced to 45 years in federal prison for sexually exploiting two children.


Indianapolis man found guilty on multiple human trafficking charges

A federal jury in Indianapolis has convicted Kristopher McDonald, 37, on eight counts related to his operation of a human and drug trafficking enterprise known as "The Kristopher McDonald Organization."