News published on Federal Newswire in May 2021

News Release: On Saturday, May 8, 2021, Palo Alto Battlefield NHP welcomed visitors back for the first living history program since March 2020. The event was held in commemoration of the 175th Anniversary of the Battle of Palo Alto. Overall, the event attracted over 100 interested and enthusiastic visitors, many who stayed for its entirety. Following CDC and Department of Interior guidelines, participants, visitors, and staff wore masks and when possible, used social distancing.

Acting Assistant Secretary Joey Hood Travels to Northeast Syria

Release: On May 16, Acting Assistant Secretary Joey Hood, joined by Deputy Assistant Secretary and Acting Special Representative for Syria Aimee Cutrona, Deputy Envoy for Syria David Brownstein, and White House National Security Council Director for Iraq and Syria Zehra Bell, traveled to northeast Syria for meetings...

Secretary Antony J. Blinken to Embassy Copenhagen Staff

Release: MR DWYER: Mr. Secretary, on behalf of the U.S. Mission to Denmark, your U.S. Mission to Denmark, I want to say how thrilled we are to have you in Copenhagen today, celebrating the U.S.-Denmark partnership and all that we accomplish together and all that this team accomplishes together. And we’re particularly ...

Secretary Antony J. Blinken with Johannes Langkilde of DR-TV

Release: QUESTION: First of all, thank you so much for your time. I hope that you’re enjoying Denmark.

Maloney, Thompson Statement on Staff Briefing with Colonial Pipeline

By Homeland Newswire | May 17, 2021

News Release: (WASHINGTON)-Today, Rep. Carolyn B. Maloney, the Chairwoman of the Committee on Oversight and Reform, and Rep. Bennie G. Thompson, the Chairman of the Committee on Homeland Security, issued the following statement after today’s joint staff briefing with Colonial Pipeline...

The United States Designates ISIS Financial Facilitators

Release: Today, the United States is designating three individuals and one entity connected to the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) to coincide with the 14th meeting of the Counter ISIS Finance Group, which plays a key role coordinating the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS’ efforts to disrupt the group’s generation and transfer of resources.

Committee Leaders Question FEMA After Approvals for Disaster Survivor Aid Program Falls to All-Time Low

By US DOT Newswire | May 17, 2021

News Release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - Chair of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Peter DeFazio (D-OR), Ranking Member of the Committee Sam Graves (R-MO), Chair of the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management Dina Titus (D-NV), and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee...

Tussock Fire Morning Update, May 17, 2021

News Release: Acres: 5,546. Percent Containment: 91. Date/Time Detected: May 8, 2021. 2:15 PM. Structures burned: 0. Number of Resources: 320. Cause: Human under investigation. Origin/Location: 7 miles southwest of Crown King. TUSSOCK SUPPRESSION REPAIR CONTINUES. FIRE OPERATIONS. Yesterday, despite the windy day with 40...

Six in Youngstown-Warren charged with Methamphetamine Drug Trafficking Conspiracy

News Release: Acting U.S. Attorney Bridget M. Brennan announced today that a federal grand jury returned a 16-count indictment charging six individuals in the Youngstown-Warren area for their roles in a methamphetamine drug trafficking conspiracy.

Grant County man admits to fentanyl charge

News Release: LKINS, WEST VIRGINIA - Kevin Wayne Fultz, of Maysville, West Virginia, has admitted to his role in a methamphetamine and fentanyl distribution operation, Acting U.S. Attorney Randolph J. Bernard announced.

Charlotte Man Is Sentenced To Nearly Five Years For Orchestrating An Investment Scheme

News Release: The Defendant Defrauded A New Victim after Signing A Plea Agreement and Filed with the Court a Fabricated Character Letter Purportedly from a Former NFL Player.

Secretary Blinken’s Call with the United Arab Emirates Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan

Release: The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price.

Former Seminole County Tax Collector Joel Micah Greenberg Pleads Guilty To Multiple Federal Offenses

News Release: Orlando, Florida - Former Seminole County Tax Collector Joel Micah Greenberg (36, Lake Mary) today pleaded guilty to six federal offenses: sex trafficking of a child, illegally producing a false identification document, aggravated identity theft, wire fraud, stalking, and conspiracy. Each offense carries...

Arches and Canyonlands National Parks Prepare for a Busy Memorial Day Weekend

News Release: MOAB, UT- Arches and Canyonlands national parks are preparing for a busy Memorial Day weekend, and are advising visitors to expect heavy traffic, crowded trails, and limited parking. Visitors should plan ahead and have a back-up plan if they are not able to enter the parks during the busiest hours of the morning and early afternoon.

Federal Jury Convicts Former Florida State University C.A.R.E. Students of Conspiracy, Bank Fraud, And Aggravated Identity Theft

News Release: TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA - Jason R. Coody, Acting United States Attorney for the Northern District of Florida, today announced the convictions of Kh’lajuwon Amari Murat, 21, of Miramar, Florida, and Ariel Apperlyn Smith, 22, of Coral Springs, Florida. The convictions came today after a four-day federal jury trial.

Massachusetts Man Sentenced to 30 Months for Fentanyl Trafficking

News Release: CONCORD - Joel Espinosa, 22, of Lawrence, Massachusetts was sentenced to 30 months in federal prison for distribution of fentanyl, Acting United States Attorney John J. Farley announced today.

Nevada Man Pleads Guilty to Election Fundraising Scam and Cheating Taxpayers Out of Paycheck Protection Loan Funds

News Release: Defendant used a web of fake PACs and sham companies to cheat donors and taxpayers.

Kittery Man Sentenced on Federal Interstate Domestic Violence Charges

News Release: PORTLAND, Maine-A Kittery man was sentenced today in federal court for two counts of traveling interstate to violate a protection order, Acting U.S. Attorney Donald E. Clark announced.

Norwegian National Day

Release: On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Norway as you celebrate the 207th anniversary of Constitution Day.

Zion National Park Will Conduct Enforcement of Impaired Driving Laws