News published on Federal Newswire in April 2025

News from April 2025


ICE and ATF capture Jamaican fugitive in Georgia

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has announced the capture of Orville Andrew Pernell, a 32-year-old Jamaican citizen wanted for murder.


Authorities intensify investigation into $126 million illegal staffing and money laundering case

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Ohio have moved to file a civil forfeiture complaint related to a possible $126 million illegal staffing and money laundering operation.


Honduran man faces charges in U.S. for alleged drug smuggling involvement

A Honduran national, Olvin Javier Velasquez Maldonado, was extradited to the United States on April 11, 2025, on charges related to an international drug smuggling conspiracy.


ICE and federal partners apprehend Brazilian charged with sex crimes in Massachusetts

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), alongside federal partners from the FBI and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, have apprehended a Brazilian national in Falmouth, Massachusetts.


Cuban national arrested in Florida for immigration violations and fraud allegations

U.S. authorities have detained a Cuban national in Miami for alleged immigration violations.


ICE detains Lebanese military deserter awaiting immigration proceedings

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has taken Thomas Afram Chammo, a 27-year-old Lebanese citizen, into custody in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, on April 3.


Trump comments on negotiation, international diplomacy, and White House event on truth social

Donald J. Trump shared several updates on April 20, 2025, via Truth Social.


Donald J. Trump shares thoughts on Truth Social about Easter, tariffs, and personal beliefs

Donald J. Trump shared a series of posts on Truth Social on April 20, 2025, discussing themes ranging from moral responsibility and economic policies to festive greetings.


Donald Trump's commentary on ranked-choice voting and holiday wishes

Donald J. Trump took to Truth Social to share his thoughts on democracy, poll standings, and Easter greetings.


Donald Trump voices concerns over non-tariff measures and tariffs on social media

Donald J. Trump used Truth Social on April 20, 2025, to address international trade issues.


Donald J. Trump posts Easter greetings and critiques via Truth Social

Former President Donald J. Trump posted a series of messages on April 20, 2025, through Truth Social.


Chairman Moolenaar comments on religious freedom during Easter

As Easter is commemorated worldwide, a statement from Chairman Moolenaar has drawn attention to religious freedoms.


U.S. Treasury sanctions Yemeni bank for Houthi financial support

The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has placed sanctions on the Yemen-based International Bank of Yemen Y.S.C. (IBY).


Pentagon's Hegseth discusses defense cooperation with El Salvador's Monroy

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth hosted a meeting at the Pentagon on April 16 with El Salvador's Minister of Defense, H.E. René Merino Monroy.


San Juan teacher faces charges of child exploitation, ICE reports

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have arrested Raul Moises Martinez Rivera, a 25-year-old teacher from Carolina at a charter school in San Juan, Puerto Rico.


US sanctions Chinese refinery over Iran oil imports

The United States has sanctioned Shandong Shengxing Chemical Co., Ltd, an independent "teapot" refinery based in China.


State Department office closed to protect free speech

The United States, long known for valuing freedom of speech, has faced challenges over the last decade with concerns about individuals being penalized for expressing their views.


G7 ministers call for ceasefire and peace talks in Sudan conflict after two years

The G7 Foreign Ministers and the High Representative of the European Union have issued a statement marking two years since the war in Sudan began.


Secretary Rubio commends Ecuadorian election during call with President Noboa

Today, Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a phone call with Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa, where he offered congratulations on Noboa's re-election.


State Department offers up to $8 million for information on LNFM cartel leaders

The Department of State’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs has announced monetary rewards for information leading to the arrests or convictions of leaders of the La Nueva Familia Michoacana (LNFM) cartel.