News published on Federal Newswire in April 2025

News from April 2025


Houston man sentenced for smuggling baby spider monkeys into the U.S

Sarmad Ghaled Dafar, a Houston resident, has been sentenced in federal court to four months of detention and 180 days of home confinement for trafficking six protected baby Mexican Spider Monkeys.


U.S. files lawsuit against Barco Uniforms over customs duty underpayments

The United States has initiated legal proceedings against Barco Uniforms Inc., along with Kenny Chan, David Chan, and several companies managed by them, on allegations of violating the False Claims Act.


Trump critiques Letitia James in Truth Social posts

Donald J. Trump addressed various subjects through Truth Social on April 18, 2025, focusing on allegations against New York Attorney General Letitia James.


Serhat Gumrukcu convicted in murder-for-hire plot involving business partner Gregory Davis

Serhat Gumrukcu, a 42-year-old resident of Los Angeles, California, has been convicted of murder-for-hire, conspiracy to commit murder-for-hire, and conspiracy to commit wire fraud.


Federal prison sentence for Nampa man in drug and firearm charges

Isaac Augustin Santoyo, a 25-year-old resident of Nampa, has been sentenced to 97 months in federal prison.


Honduran man pleads guilty to unlawful reentry in the United States

A Honduran national admitted guilt in a United States federal court for the charge of unlawful reentry into the country after being deported.


Mexican man indicted for allegedly bringing aliens into the United States

Burlington, Vermont – The Office of the United States Attorney for the District of Vermont has announced the indictment of Benjamin Gutierrez-Morales, a 28-year-old from Sonora, Mexico.


Federal firearm charge filed under “Make D.C. Safe Again” initiative

Lawrence A. Jordan of Washington, D.C., has been indicted on a federal firearm charge under the “Make D.C. Safe Again” initiative.


Federal jury in Louisville charges Honduran national with multiple offenses

A federal grand jury in Louisville has charged a Honduran national with illegal reentry and identity-related offenses.


U.S. and Italy discuss increased cooperation in security, economy, and technology

President Donald J. Trump and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni recently held their first official meeting in Washington, D.C., emphasizing the commitment to foster a mutually beneficial relationship between the United States and Italy.


Boston councilor pleads guilty to corruption charges involving kickbacks

Boston City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson has admitted to public corruption charges in a federal court.


Mexican national convicted in large-scale drug trafficking case in Washington

A federal jury in Spokane, Washington, has found Luis Esquivel-Bolanos guilty on multiple drug trafficking and firearms charges.


Long Beach man pleads guilty to child exploitation charges

A man from Long Beach, Mississippi, has entered a guilty plea to charges involving the production and distribution of explicit images and videos of minors.


Repurposing reserpine might help treat vision loss, according to NIH animal studies

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has conducted studies in animals indicating that the drug reserpine, approved in 1955 for managing high blood pressure, may have potential in treating retinitis pigmentosa.


CBP officers seize large meth shipment at the Pharr International Bridge

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Pharr International Bridge cargo facility intercepted over $14 million worth of methamphetamine.


America First Policy Institute Unveils 'Farmers First Agenda' to Boost Rural Communities

The America First Policy Institute has launched Farmers First Agenda, an extensive policy initiative designed to strengthen U.S. agriculture, support farmers and ranchers, and revitalize rural economies.


WEEKEND INTERVIEW: Dalibor Rohac Defies Aggression in Ukraine’s Battle for Freedom and the Stakes for the West

For many, the war in Ukraine is a test for Western commitment to freedom, sovereignty, and democratic values. Under this view, appeasing Russia would embolden authoritarianism globally and undermine decades of hard-won liberal gains.


DOGE requiring justification for $700M in federal payments

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has announced that over $700 million in federal daily payments are now subject to increased scrutiny by agency officials.


Louisiana residents face federal charges over stolen vehicle conspiracy scheme

Acting U.S. Attorney Michael M. Simpson has announced the indictment of five individuals in New Orleans for conspiracy and interstate transport of stolen vehicles.


Marathon County woman sentenced to six years for methamphetamine conspiracy

Mercadys A. Perkins, a 32-year-old resident of Weston, Wisconsin, has been sentenced to six years in federal prison for conspiring to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine.