News published on Federal Newswire in April 2025

News from April 2025


Manchester man pleads guilty to robbery while on supervised release

A Manchester resident, Jesse Hippolite, has acknowledged his involvement in a bank robbery, as stated by Acting U.S. Attorney Jay McCormack.


President Trump outlines military actions against Houthi militants in Yemen

On March 28, 2025, President Donald J. Trump addressed letters to both the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mike Johnson, and the President pro tempore of the Senate, Charles Grassley.


DOGE announces termination of 180 contracts across federal agencies, saving $2.6 billion

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has announced the termination of 180 contracts across federal agencies, resulting in significant financial savings.


DOGE announces termination of another 57 contracts, saving $1.5 billion

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has announced the termination of 57 contracts, which had a combined ceiling value of $1.6 billion.


DOGE announces deactivation of 470K credit cards after audit expansion

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has announced the expansion of its program to audit unused or unneeded credit cards across 30 agencies.


DOGE announces cancellation of 402 DEI grants, saving $233 million

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has announced that the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) has canceled 402 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) grants, resulting in savings of $233 million.


DOGE announces cancellation of 139 foreign assistance grants

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has announced the cancellation of 139 grants deemed wasteful, amounting to a total of $215 million.


WEEKEND INTERVIEW: Guy Bentley Defends Freedom Through Evidence-Based Policy

Debates over public health policy are often driven by fear and political posturing, and Guy Bentley is making the case for a return to reason—literally.


USDA emphasizes work expectations for SNAP recipients

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has affirmed its expectation that individuals receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, who are able to work, should pursue employment.


Secretary Rollins discusses agriculture with Pennsylvania farmers

This week, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins visited Central Pennsylvania, focusing on discussions about agricultural issues.


Secretary Rollins visits Lubbock to discuss cotton industry advancements

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins recently visited Lubbock, Texas, to engage with the local agricultural community at the USDA Cotton Classification Complex located on the Texas Tech University campus.


Survey shows Americans value tech industry for global competitiveness

TechNet, a national network of innovation economy leaders, has released a survey conducted with Echelon Insights from April 4-7, 2025.


Woman pleads guilty to false SBA statements linked to COVID-19 funding

A LaPlace woman has admitted to making false statements to the Small Business Administration (SBA), according to an announcement from Acting United States Attorney Michael M. Simpson.


Huntington man pleads guilty to federal charge of gun possession

Khali Marquise Barnes, a resident of Huntington, has pleaded guilty in federal court to a charge of being a felon in possession of a firearm.


Detroit man sentenced to nearly four years for cocaine distribution

Joe Dante Townsend, a 32-year-old from Detroit, Michigan, has been sentenced to three years and ten months in federal prison, with an additional three years of supervised release following his prison term.


Api files motion to support offshore oil and gas leasing

WASHINGTON, April 17, 2025 — The American Petroleum Institute (API) has filed a motion to intervene in federal court.


Tony Clanton found guilty of armed robberies in NYC and New Jersey

A federal jury has found Tony Clanton, also known as "Tone," guilty on all counts of a superseding indictment.


Pittsburgh woman admits to federal fraud and identity theft in car rental scam

A Pittsburgh resident has admitted to charges of access device fraud and aggravated identity theft in a federal court, as announced by Acting United States Attorney Troy Rivetti.


Housing starts fall as affordability pressures rise

Constrained housing affordability due to high interest rates, rising construction costs, and labor shortages led to a decline in housing production in March.


Georgia man charged over threats to spiritual mission in Chicago suburb

A man from Georgia has been charged with sending a threatening letter to a spiritual mission in suburban Chicago, according to a criminal complaint filed in the U.S. District Court in Chicago.