News published on Federal Newswire in November 2024

News from November 2024


Trump: Tariffs will target fentanyl, illegal aliens to ‘stop this invasion of our country’

President-elect Donald Trump announced that one of his initial executive orders will be to impose a 25% tariff on all products imported from Mexico and Canada.


Federal Newswire requests communications between Community Development Financial Institutions Fund, Self-Help Ventures

Federal Newswire this week submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request seeking communications between the Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund) at the U.S. Department of the Treasury and representatives of Self-Help Ventures fund and affiliated entities.


Bringweb3 CEO: 'we’re entering a new era' with potential 'crypto-friendly Treasury'

Meir Zohar, founder and CEO of Bringweb3, said that advances in the Web3 industry, along with Scott Bessent's nomination as President-elect Donald Trump's Treasury Secretary, could position the U.S. as a leader in financial technology innovation.


Ripple chief legal officer: SEC's record fines are 'an indictment of oversight gone terribly wrong'

Ripple Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty has criticized the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) record fines collected in 2024, describing them as indicative of inefficient oversight.


Pending home sales rise for third straight month

Pending home sales in the United States rose by 2.0% in October, marking the third consecutive month of increases, according to data from the National Association of REALTORS (NAR).


Consumer Technology Association warns against proposed tariff increases

The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) has expressed concerns over President-elect Trump's proposed tariff increases on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China.


Rochester CEO pleads guilty to misusing federal grant funds

U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross has announced that Arkady Malakhov, a 52-year-old resident of New York, NY, has pleaded guilty to the charge of conversion/unlawful conveying of government money.


US imposes sanctions and visa restrictions on Maduro-aligned individuals

The United States has announced new measures targeting individuals aligned with Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela.


FTC expands telemarketing sales rule amid rising tech scam losses

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized amendments to its Telemarketing Sales Rule (TSR), expanding the rule's coverage to include "inbound" telemarketing calls for technical support services.


Spokane accountant sentenced for embezzling over $715K from medical practice

On November 27, 2024, Carol Dacaymat Casilla was sentenced to 24 months in federal prison by United States District Judge Thomas O. Rice.


Department of Labor recovers $184K after investigating Sly Fox Brewing Company

The U.S. Department of Labor has concluded an investigation into Sly Fox Brewing Company, resulting in the recovery of $184,000 in back wages, damages, and penalties.


Sanders warns of high costs if HHS expands coverage for anti-obesity drugs

Senator Bernie Sanders has expressed concerns following a new proposal from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) aimed at expanding coverage for anti-obesity medications under Medicare and Medicaid.


Clay County gang member sentenced to over ten years for drug and firearm offenses

U.S. District Judge Timothy J. Corrigan has sentenced Danny Ray Boree, a 39-year-old resident of Keystone Heights, to 10 years and 10 months in federal prison.


Local leader urges support for small businesses during holidays

Mid Hudson News recently featured an op-ed by Ashley Ranslow, New York State Director of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), emphasizing the importance of supporting local businesses during the holiday season.


Defense Secretary Austin extends Thanksgiving greetings to deployed troops

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III engaged in Thanksgiving conversations with service members from various branches of the U.S. Armed Forces over the past two days.


U.S. Attorney’s Office engages communities during Native American Heritage Month

The United States Attorney's Office in Spokane, Washington, participated in several events throughout November to honor National Native American Heritage Month.


Hartford man sentenced for unlawful firearm possession after domestic incident

Wesley S. Pearson, a 26-year-old from Hartford, has been sentenced to 34 months in federal prison for unlawfully possessing firearms.


Court orders security firm to pay $68K over unpaid overtime claims

A federal court has ordered Detroit Body Guards Protection Unit LLC and its human resources director, Carla Bland, to pay a total of $68,063 in back wages, damages, and penalties.


Nigerian national sentenced for international business email compromise scheme

Okechuckwu Valentine Osuji, a 39-year-old Nigerian national, has been sentenced to eight years in prison for his role in a business email compromise scheme.


Blinken meets with Vatican officials to discuss global priorities

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken held discussions with Holy See Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin and Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher in Vatican City.