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Mississippi man pleads guilty to insider trading in pharmaceutical stock case

Gerard Ryan has pled guilty to insider trading using confidential drug approval information from a family member working at Kadmon Pharmaceuticals. Prosecutors say he profited by buying shares ahead of public news about FDA approval for Rezurock.


Diane J. Sabatino shares CBP drug seizures and customs enforcement activities

Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane J. Sabatino provided details on March 26, 2026 about recent seizures made by CBP officers—ranging from narcotics and prohibited foods to undeclared currency—at various ports and airports across the United States


Three Western Pennsylvania residents indicted on robbery, carjacking, and kidnapping charges

Three Western Pennsylvania residents have been indicted on multiple federal charges including robbery, carjacking,and kidnapping following an alleged crime spree spanning late December through January.The suspects face possible life sentences if convicted.


Subcommittee discusses affordability and reforms in VA Home Loan program for veterans

Rep. Derrick Van Orden led an oversight hearing focused on making housing more affordable for veterans through reforms in the Department of Veterans Affairs Home Loan program. He highlighted new legislation aimed at reducing red tape and protecting benefits for servicemembers' families.


Clinton man sentenced to five years in federal prison for firearm possession

Caleb J. McManus from Clinton received a five-year federal prison sentence after being found with eleven firearms despite previous felony convictions. The case was investigated by local police and prosecuted as part of Project Safe Neighborhoods.


Senator Cassidy discusses college athletics reform during Senate HELP Committee hearing

Senator Bill Cassidy discussed potential reforms for college athletics at a recent Senate HELP Committee hearing. His remarks addressed both benefits for student-athletes receiving compensation and concerns about exploitation under current rules.


Iowa City man sentenced to seven years for receipt of child pornography

Jose Manuel Parsons from Iowa City has been sentenced to seven years in federal prison for receiving child pornography. Authorities linked him to uploading illegal material after receiving a tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. He will also serve ten years of supervised release following his imprisonment.


Federal jury convicts Illinois man of threatening to kill public officials

A suburban Chicago man was convicted by a federal jury for threatening multiple public officials online and in person—including former President Donald Trump—in October 2025. Authorities say such threats are taken seriously as federal crimes.


Secretary Rubio speaks with Prime Minister Barzani after missile attack in Iraq

Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Prime Minister Masrour Barzani following a deadly missile attack in Iraq. Rubio offered condolences, condemned continued attacks by Iran-backed groups, and thanked Kurdish authorities for supporting oil exports.


President Trump signs executive order to end DEI practices by federal contractors

President Donald J. Trump has signed an Executive Order ending certain DEI practices among federal contractors. The measure emphasizes merit-based employment and aims for equal treatment under law.


U.S. Attorney Leah B. Foley announces new Benefit and Voter Fraud Team in Massachusetts

U.S. Attorney Leah B. Foley has launched a new team focused on tackling benefit and voter fraud throughout Massachusetts amid rising reports of such crimes statewide. Two experienced prosecutors have been appointed coordinators for this initiative.


Cruz and Cantwell issue joint statement on ALERT Act markups in House committees

Senators Ted Cruz and Maria Cantwell issued a joint statement expressing concerns over limited aviation safety reforms adopted during recent markups of the ALERT Act by two key House committees. They highlighted differences between current proposals in Congress regarding mandatory adoption of advanced cockpit awareness technologies following last year's fatal midair collision near Reagan National Airport.


Repeat felon convicted on drug charge by a federal jury going back to prison

Julio Perez has been sentenced to twelve years in prison for fentanyl distribution after being convicted by a federal jury. Authorities seized drugs and cash from his home during an ongoing investigation into narcotics trafficking.


Physician sentenced to 15 years for possessing and distributing child pornography

A Capac physician has been sentenced to fifteen years in federal prison for distributing thousands of images depicting child sexual abuse after pleading guilty in Detroit federal court. Authorities say Robert Glapinski admitted his actions during an investigation that uncovered over two thousand illegal images.


West Virginia U.S. Attorneys hold training to advance elder justice work

U.S. Attorneys in West Virginia have launched a specialized two-day training focused on elder justice issues for law enforcement professionals statewide. The program aims to improve forensic interviewing techniques when working with older adults who may be victims of crime.


Oversight Committee releases memorandum on sanctuary policies’ impact on public safety and taxpayers

The House Oversight Committee has released a memorandum analyzing how sanctuary city policies affect public safety and taxpayers. The report details financial costs tied to supporting undocumented immigrants while highlighting operational challenges faced by federal authorities.


Honduran national pleads guilty to unlawful reentry in Oklahoma federal court

A Honduran national has pleaded guilty in an Oklahoma federal court to unlawful reentry after previous removals from the U.S., facing significant prison time if convicted at sentencing. The case stems from an investigation by Homeland Security officials as part of broader enforcement initiatives.


Justice Department investigates California women’s prisons over housing of biological male inmates

The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating two California women's prisons over claims that housing biological males may violate female inmates' constitutional rights. Officials say no conclusions have been reached yet but are seeking information nationwide as part of a broader review.


U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement highlights law enforcement efforts and expresses gratitude toward Trump

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement shared several updates on March 25, 2026 via social media posts.


Mason City man sentenced to 10 years for methamphetamine conspiracy

Victor Ineson from Mason City was sentenced to ten years in federal prison for conspiring to distribute methamphetamine after purchasing large quantities via the dark web. Authorities say he will serve a five-year supervised release following his sentence.