News published on Federal Newswire in November 2022

News from November 2022


Ian Moss’ Remarks for the REMVE Event at U.S. Embassy Brussels

Release: Thank you. I am grateful for the robust counterterrorism partnership we have had with Belgium over the years, which includes engagements with local and national government officials, law enforcement, mental health professionals, social workers, and community and civil society leaders- really, everyone who cares and is invested in keeping us all safe!


Special Advisor on International Disability Rights Minkara’s Trip to Mozambique

News Release: Special Advisor on International Disability Rights Sara Minkara will travel to Maputo, Mozambique, November 16-18 to meet with government officials, civil society leaders, university students, members of the business community, and international organization representatives.  Mozambique is a partner ...


Chief Information Officer of Publicly Traded Pharmaceutical Company Charged for Insider Trading Scheme

News Release: An indictment was unsealed today charging a Pennsylvania man for his alleged role in an insider trading scheme involving the securities of Mylan N.V. (Mylan), a publicly traded pharmaceutical company.


Chinese Real Estate Developer’s L.A.-Based Company Found Guilty of Paying More Than $1 Million in Bribes to L.A. Politician José Huizar

News Release: LOS ANGELES - Based on the actions of its agents, including its billionaire Chinese real estate developer owner, a downtown Los Angeles-based company was found guilty today of paying more than $1 million in bribes - including luxury trip expenses, casino gambling chips and a sham loan - to then-Los Angeles City Councilman José Huizar to obtain city approval to build a 77-story skyscraper.


The US Agriculture Department published a one page rule on Nov. 15, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


New England Fishery Management Council; Public Meeting discussed on Nov. 15 by Commerce Department

The US Commerce Department published a one page notice on Nov. 15, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Convicted Felon Sentenced to 37 Months in Prison for Trying to Bring Loaded Gun on Plane at Newark Liberty International Airport

News Release: NEWARK, N.J. - A Newburgh, New York, man was sentenced today to 37 months in prison for possessing a stolen and loaded firearm that he tried to get through security at Newark Liberty International Airport, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.


Stroudsburg Man Sentenced to 24 Months’ Imprisonment for Heroin and Fentanyl Trafficking

News Release: SCRANTON - The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced that on Nov. 10, 2022, United States District Court Judge Robert D. Mariani sentenced Keith Parson, age 50, of Stroudsburg, PA, to 24 months’ imprisonment and a 3-year term of supervised release, for Possession with Intent to Distribute Heroin and Fentanyl.


Vilsack: 'USDA is committed to empowering tribal self-determination'

U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the giving of new resources and the forming of new agreements with the USDA Indigenous Food Sovereignty Initiative


Assistant Secretary Medina’s Opening Remarks at “Act to Adapt – A Roadmap for Resilient Coral Reef Communities and Fisheries”

Release: Hello everyone. It’s such a pleasure to be here talking with you. Thank you to the Wildlife Conservation Society, Rare, and Bloomberg Philanthropies for organizing this event.


U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo Celebrates the Anniversary of the Passage of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act

News Release: Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo issued the following statement regarding the one year anniversary of the passage of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA): “A year ago today, President Joe Biden signed into law the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, ...


Air Plan Approval; Texas; Control of Air Pollution From Visible Emissions and Particulate Matter discussed on Nov. 15 by Environmental Protection Agency

The US Environmental Protection Agency published a three page proposed rule on Nov. 15, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.


Trails Center to present "Life and Times of Reverend De Smet" Saturday

News Release: CASPER, Wyo. - Visit the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center this Saturday, November 19 for a special program on Wyoming’s famous “father", Pierre-Jean De Smet. At 11 a.m., park ranger Michael Bardgett will present “The Life and Times of Reverend De Smet, S.J."


Monongalia County Man Sentenced for Drug Charge

News Release: CLARKSBURG, WEST VIRGINIA - Robert Woody, of Morgantown, West Virginia, weas sentenced today to 136 months of incarceration for a drug charge, United States Attorney William Ihlenfeld announced.


Former Trap House Landlord and Associate of New Bedford Latin Kings Chapter Sentenced

News Release: BOSTON - A former landlord and associate of the New Bedford Chapter of the Massachusetts Almighty Latin King and Queen Nation (Latin Kings) was sentenced today for racketeering and drug offenses.


Tennessee Man Pleads Guilty to Fentanyl Crime

News Release: CHARLESTON, W.Va. - Jeremy Crumbley, also known as “Memphis," 30, of Memphis, Tennessee, pleaded guilty today to distribution of fentanyl.


Woman Pleads Guilty to Straw Purchase of Firearm Used in Fatal Nicholas County Shooting

News Release: CHARLESTON, W.Va. - Melanie Clodfelter, 41, of Summersville, pleaded guilty today to making a false statement in acquisition of a firearm. Clodfelter admitted to purchasing a semi-automatic firearm that was subsequently used to kill a Nicholas County deputy sheriff in June 2022.


Christmas tree permits available for BLM Wyoming public lands

News Release: CHEYENNE. Wyo. - Christmas tree permits are available at BLM Wyoming field offices and online.


Prescribed Burning to Begin on BLM Managed Lands

News Release: Roseburg, Ore. - The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will be conducting prescribed burns in portions of Douglas County on BLM-administered lands beginning the week of November 14. The prescribed burns will continue as conditions permit through the Spring of 2023. These prescribed fires reduce activity...


Tattoo Shop Owner Sentenced to More Than 7 Years in Prison for Distributing Heroin and Methamphetamine on the Dark Web

News Release: SACRAMENTO, Calif. - Jason Keith Arnold, 46, of Chandler, Arizona, was sentenced today to seven years and three months in prison for conspiring to distribute heroin and methamphetamine on the dark web, U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert announced.