News published on Federal Newswire in April 2025

News from April 2025


Chester County man indicted on child pornography charges, faces up to life in prison

A Chester County resident, Aniruth Kuppusamy, has been indicted on charges related to child pornography offenses.


Small business owner urges Congress to ease regulatory burden and tax uncertainties

Elden Johnson, a small business owner from Minnesota and a member of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), addressed the U.S. House Committee on Small Business.


Donald Trump shares posts amid U.S. financial contributions to Ukraine

Former President Donald J. Trump recently made posts on Truth Social concerning financial aid, set against the backdrop of significant U.S. assistance to Ukraine.


MS-13 leader arrested in New York, charged with murder conspiracy

A key figure of the notorious MS-13 gang, Joel Vargas-Escobar, known by the alias "Momia," was apprehended in New York for his alleged involvement in a conspiracy linked to 11 murders.


Federal grand jury charges seven in large-scale narcotics conspiracy

A federal grand jury in Buffalo, New York, has indicted seven individuals for their involvement in a narcotics conspiracy, announced U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo.


Los Choneros' leader indicted in Brooklyn on drug and firearm accusations

A federal court in Brooklyn has unsealed a seven-count indictment against José Adolfo Macías Villamar, also known as "Fito," leader of the Los Choneros transnational criminal organization.


Billings man receives 94-month prison sentence for methamphetamine distribution

A man from Billings, Montana, was sentenced to 94 months in prison for distributing methamphetamine.


Bowie County man gets 20 years for fentanyl-linked overdose death

A man from Hooks, Texas, has been sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for selling counterfeit prescription pills containing fentanyl, leading to a fatal overdose.


Guatemalan citizen faces illegal reentry charges in Rochester

Wilson Oswaldo Galvan-Lope, a Guatemalan citizen aged 25, has been arrested and charged in Rochester, New York, with illegal reentry into the United States.


Russian national sentenced to 70 months for export control evasion scheme

Oleg Sergeyevhich Patsulya, a Russian citizen residing in Miami-Dade County, Florida, received a 70-month prison sentence for his involvement in a scheme to export controlled aviation technology to Russia.


Donald J. Trump highlights voter ID laws, Republican unity, and national day on Truth Social

On April 2, 2025, Donald J. Trump used Truth Social to discuss recent voter ID law approvals in Wisconsin, political stances of Republican leaders, and declare "Liberation Day" in the United States.


Bilal Essayli appointed as U.S. Attorney for the Central District of California

Bilal A. "Bill" Essayli has been appointed as the United States Attorney for the Central District of California, as he was sworn in today.


World Autism Awareness Day declared by President Trump, focusing on early detection and support

On this World Autism Awareness Day, President Donald J. Trump acknowledges the millions of Americans navigating autism spectrum disorder (ASD).


Charleston man receives prison sentence for fentanyl distribution

Charles Eugene Moore of Charleston, West Virginia, has been sentenced to three years and five months in prison, along with three years of supervised release, for distributing fentanyl.


Tax Foundation analyzes potential reforms to Inflation Reduction Act

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has introduced several new tax breaks, many of which are proving to be more costly than initially anticipated.


FTC invites public comment on petition to alter EnCap order

The Federal Trade Commission is inviting public comments on a petition to reopen and amend a 2022 final consent order related to Verdun Oil Company II LLC’s acquisition of EP Energy LLC.


Trump highlights EPA policies and names 'Liberation Day' in Truth Social posts

Donald J. Trump communicated through Truth Social on April 2, 2025, discussing deregulatory actions at the EPA and highlighting the signing of a significant event known as Liberation Day.


Medical group to pay $152K to resolve false claims allegations

Acting United States Attorney Lisa G. Johnston has announced that Med-Surg Physician Group Inc., along with its owner Oluyemisi Sangodeyi, M.D., will pay $152,382.70 to settle allegations of violating the federal False Claims Act.


Minnesota resident admits guilt in cryptojacking case causing financial losses

A Minnesota resident has admitted guilt in connection to a cryptojacking operation that inflicted considerable financial damage on a company, according to a statement by Acting U.S. Attorney Lisa D. Kirkpatrick.


Westchester man sentenced to over 40 years for child pornography offenses

Matthew Podolsky, the Acting United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, announced that Jonathan Delaura, also known as "Jon Dulak," has been sentenced to 485 months in prison. U.S. District Judge Kenneth M. Karas handed down...