News published on Federal Newswire in April 2025

News from April 2025


Donald J. Trump updates his administration's progress at 100 days on Truth Social

Donald J. Trump communicated recent updates from his Truth Social platform as of April 28, 2025.


New York City teacher arrested on child pornography charges

A former acting school teacher in New York City has been arrested and charged with the distribution and possession of child pornography.


Corpus Christi man pleads guilty to distributing child exploitation materials

A 19-year-old resident of Corpus Christi, Texas, has pleaded guilty to distributing child pornography, according to U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei.


Justice Department announces results from Operation Restore Justice targeting child sex predators

The Department of Justice has announced the results of Operation Restore Justice, a nationwide enforcement effort aimed at identifying and arresting child sex predators.


Southfield doctor found guilty of distributing over 200,000 opioid pills illegally

On April 25, 2025, Dr. Charise Valentine, a 69-year-old doctor based in Southfield, Michigan, was found guilty by a federal jury.


Kenna man sentenced for role in meth trafficking organization

Mark Leslie Lively, a 58-year-old from Kenna, West Virginia, has been sentenced to a decade in prison, followed by five years of supervised release, for his involvement in a methamphetamine trafficking organization.



Three men arrested in North Carolina on child sex abuse material charges

Two men from Wilmington and Bolivia, North Carolina, were arrested on separate charges related to child sex trafficking and the production of child sexual abuse material.


Omaha man sentenced to 200 months for meth distribution with firearms possession

An Omaha man has been sentenced for possession with intent to distribute a significant amount of methamphetamine.


Registered sex offender sentenced to 37 years for child exploitation crimes

Alex Kai Tick Chin, 40, of San Francisco, California, was sentenced to 37 years in prison for child exploitation crimes.


DC violent crime drops 25% under "Make D.C. Safe Again" initiative

The U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia has highlighted a 25 percent reduction in violent crime in the District during President Donald J. Trump's first 100 days.


Federal charges filed against West Virginia man for child exploitation

A man from West Virginia, Donald Robert Wilt Edwards, Sr., aged 29, has been indicted by a federal grand jury for accusations regarding the sexual exploitation of a minor.


Trump mandates English proficiency for truck drivers to enhance road safety

Today, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order focused on road safety and the qualifications of commercial vehicle drivers in the United States.


Melania Trump commends bipartisan approval of Take It Down Act for child protection

Today, First Lady Melania Trump expressed pride over the U.S. House of Representatives' approval of the Take It Down Act.


Repeat felon sentenced to 14 years for firearm possession in Georgia

Arthur Gene Young, a repeat offender with a history involving violent behavior, has been sentenced to 14 years in federal prison for unlawfully possessing a firearm.


Bryan Stirling appointed as U.S. Attorney for South Carolina District

Bryan P. Stirling has been appointed as the United States Attorney for the District of South Carolina by U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi. U.S. Circuit Court Judge Julius Richardson administered the oath of office at a private ceremony in Columbia.


Trump issues order targeting sanctuary jurisdictions

President Donald J. Trump issued an executive order addressing the federal government's enforcement of immigration laws and its relationship with state and local jurisdictions.


Trump announces FEMA Review Council and endorses Derrick Van Orden on Truth Social

On April 28, 2025, Donald J. Trump shared updates on Truth Social regarding the formation of a FEMA Review Council and endorsed Congressman Derrick Van Orden, emphasizing his service and legislative efforts.


Virginia man sentenced in federal court for firearm possession

A Virginia man has been sentenced in Boston for illegal firearm possession.


Saugus man sentenced to 15 years for drug conspiracy and firearm offense

A Saugus man has been sentenced in Boston federal court for a drug conspiracy involving tens of thousands of counterfeit pills and a firearm offense.