News published on Federal Newswire in April 2025

News from April 2025


Donald J. Trump highlights NVIDIA's American-made AI supercomputers

Donald J. Trump shared updates on technology and public engagement through Truth Social on April 14, 2025.


Sex offender Gary Jackson sentenced to 35 years for exploiting minors

Gary Hammond Jackson, III, a 33-year-old resident of Pasadena, Maryland, has been sentenced to 35 years in federal prison by U.S. District Judge Richard D. Bennett.


Omaha man receives 262-month sentence for fentanyl distribution conspiracy

Allen Green, a 73-year-old resident of Omaha, Nebraska, has been sentenced to 262 months in federal prison for his involvement in the distribution of 100 grams or more of a fentanyl analogue.


Providence man charged in drug trafficking investigation after cocaine seizure

A coordinated effort among federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies has led to the confiscation of two kilograms of cocaine and the arrest of a Providence resident, Eluid Rosa-Escudero, 35.


Brazilian national indicted in Boston for unlicensed firearm sales

A federal grand jury in Boston indicted a Brazilian national, Lucas Ferreira-Da Silva, 27, for firearm-related offenses on April 10.


Peoria man sentenced to 10 years for attempted enticement of a minor

A 36-year-old resident of Peoria, Illinois, Paul Graf, has been sentenced to 120 months in prison for attempted enticement of a minor.


Donald J. Trump comments on gratitude, venue, and criminal case

Former President Donald J. Trump shared several messages via Truth Social on April 14, 2025.


Virginia man sentenced for poaching ginseng at national park

Coby Brummett has been sentenced to serve 30 days in prison after pleading guilty to illegally harvesting ginseng at Cumberland Gap National Historical Park.


Debate continues over taxpayer funding for NPR and PBS

For many years, American taxpayers have financially supported National Public Radio (NPR) and the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS).


Boston man sentenced for trafficking machinegun conversion devices

A Boston man received a sentence for illegal firearms activities involving the sale of machinegun conversion devices.


Commerce Secretary Lutnick sees revival in U.S. manufacturing under Trump's policies

The United States is on the brink of a manufacturing revival, according to recent statements by Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick.


Commerce Department ends funding to Princeton University aligning with Administration's priorities

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick announced on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, that nearly $4 million in funding to Princeton University will be discontinued.


Federal funding granted to overhaul Rhode Island’s Washington Bridge

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has secured $221 million in federal grant funding to revamp the Washington Bridge in Rhode Island.


Interior Department allocates $13M to reclaim abandoned mine lands

The Department of the Interior has announced the allocation of over $13 million in grants aimed at reclaiming abandoned mine lands.


Interior Department to boost coal industry with policy and regulatory reforms

The Department of the Interior is reinforcing its focus on promoting the coal industry as part of the Trump administration's goal for American Energy Dominance.


Trump praises GOP efforts on tax cuts, discusses sanctuary cities and trade relations

Donald J. Trump's posts from April 13, 2025, highlight his perspectives on domestic and foreign policies.


Congress leaders question Ivy League schools on alleged tuition pricing collusion

House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan, Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Charles Grassley, and other congressional leaders have requested information from Ivy League schools regarding potential collusion in tuition pricing.


President pledges to protect Christian faith during Holy Week

This Holy Week, President and Melania join Christians worldwide in prayer, commemorating the crucifixion and resurrection of "our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ."


Trump uses Truth Social to discuss tariff policy and share links with his followers

Donald J. Trump remains actively engaged on his platform, Truth Social, sharing information and policy perspectives.


U.S. and Iran hold discussions in Oman on diplomatic relations

U.S. Special Presidential Envoy Steven Witkoff and U.S. Ambassador to Oman Ana Escrogima engaged in talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Dr. Abbas Araghchi in Muscat.