News published on Federal Newswire in April 2025

News from April 2025


WEEKEND INTERVIEW: Chelsea Sobolik's Fight for Ukraine’s Stolen Children

Chelsea Sobolik, director of government relations at World Relief, brings a deeply personal lens to the plight of Ukraine’s abducted children.


U.S. imposes visa restrictions on over 250 Nicaraguan officials

The United States has announced visa restrictions on more than 250 officials linked to the Nicaraguan government.


Rubio emphasizes urgency in seeking resolution to Ukraine conflict

Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently addressed the media to emphasize the ongoing efforts by the United States to help end the conflict in Ukraine.


Rubio discusses energy and cooperation with Trinidad and Tobago PM

Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a discussion with Prime Minister Stuart Young of Trinidad and Tobago, aiming to reinforce the bilateral relationship between the two countries.


US extends Easter greetings to Christians worldwide

As Holy Week and Easter are observed globally, the United States has conveyed greetings to Christians worldwide.


Marco Rubio outlines changes in U.S. State Department and immigration policies

In a recent discussion on the Ben Shapiro Show, Secretary of State Marco Rubio elaborated on significant changes he initiated within the State Department, particularly concerning the disbandment of what was formerly known as the Global Engagement...


Rubio and Lavrov discuss U.S. peace plan for ongoing war

Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently engaged in a conversation with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, according to Spokesperson Tammy Bruce.


U.S. sanctions International Bank of Yemen for ties with Houthis

The United States announced sanctions against the International Bank of Yemen (IBY) due to its financial ties with the Houthis.


Labor Department allocates $1.5 million for Fort Bliss service members' transition

The U.S. Department of Labor has allocated $1,564,526 to aid service members and their spouses in their transition from military to civilian life, particularly at and around Fort Bliss.


U.S. education department outlines NAEP 2026 schedule and leadership plans

The U.S. Department of Education has issued a statement regarding preparations for the 2026 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), also known as the Nation's Report Card.


Department of Education demands records from Harvard on foreign financial disclosures

The U.S. Department of Education has requested records from Harvard University following a review that uncovered incomplete and inaccurate foreign financial disclosures.


Court sentences Mobile County man to 15 years for drug trafficking

On April 22, 2025, the United States District Court sentenced John Rodney Weeks III to 15 years of imprisonment for conspiracy to traffic methamphetamine.


Teen sentenced to prison for high-speed chase and firearm possession

An 18-year-old man involved in a high-speed chase and firearm possession case has been sentenced to 12 years in prison.


Ex-school bus driver sentenced to 30 years for child sexual abuse recordings

U.S. District Judge Henry E. Autrey has sentenced former school bus driver Robert W. Stillwell to 30 years in prison for the sexual abuse and recording of two young children.


Two foreign nationals face charges of illegal reentry into the United States

Mexican and Salvadorian nationals appeared in a Las Vegas court on Monday, charged with illegally re-entering the United States after previous deportations.


Former Missouri prison staff pleads guilty to drug smuggling charges

A former Missouri state prison employee admitted to smuggling drugs and knives into the facility.


Chinese nationals sentenced in U.S. for gift card fraud conspiracy

Three Chinese nationals have been sentenced in a U.S. federal court for their involvement in a Chinese-led gift card fraud conspiracy.


Las Vegas man sentenced to over 18 years for child exploitation offenses

A Las Vegas man, Daniel Lee Rhees, was sentenced to 18 years and 4 months in prison, followed by 15 years of supervised release for crimes involving child sexual exploitation.


Bernard Eddy found guilty of 2019 teenage murder, sentencing set for June 2025

Bernard Eddy, a 24-year-old resident of Washington, D.C., has been found guilty of second-degree murder while armed, along with related weapons offenses, in relation to the 2019 shooting of 16-year-old Steffen Brathwaite.


Missouri man pleads guilty to child pornography charge

A man from Washington, Missouri, Todd Kelly, 37, has pleaded guilty to producing child pornography after recording sexual activities with a 14-year-old on his cell phone in the summer months of 2023.