News published on Federal Newswire in April 2025

News from April 2025


Twins found to start pregnancy smaller than previously believed, NIH study shows

Twins are found to start pregnancy smaller than previously thought, according to new research by the National Institutes of Health (NIH).


Trump shares personal updates and actions in latest truth social posts

Donald J. Trump shared a series of updates on his Truth Social platform on April 8, 2025.


Trump signs proclamation easing restrictions on coal-fired power plants

President Donald J. Trump has signed a proclamation to provide a two-year reprieve for certain coal-fired power plants from an environmental rule implemented during the Biden administration.


Registered sex offender sentenced to 10 years for child pornography

A registered sex offender was sentenced to ten years in federal prison for possession with intent to view child pornography.


Delco man sentenced to 12 years for hotel robberies in 2022

Naim-Shahid Jumah Austin, 28, from Yeadon, Pennsylvania, was sentenced to 12 years in prison for a series of armed robberies at local hotels in late 2022.


NYT criticized for omission in Kennedy fluoride report

The New York Times recently published a story about Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.


President Trump signs executive order to boost America's coal industry

President Donald J. Trump has signed an executive order aimed at revitalizing the coal industry.


Three indicted in $1M fraud case involving stolen US Treasury check

A federal grand jury in Miami has indicted three individuals, Orelien Martial Nguepi-Tankoua, Jean Paul Bayoi, and Tamblyn Milton Frasier, for their involvement in a bank fraud conspiracy.


California man pleads guilty to attempted murder of Supreme Court Justice

A California man has admitted to attempting to kill a U.S. Supreme Court Justice.


Lexington man sentenced for producing child pornography

A Lexington man, Eric Kelsey Shepherd, aged 30, has been sentenced to 50 years in prison for the production of child pornography. U.S. District Judge Karen Caldwell delivered the sentence following Shepherd's conviction.


Portland resident pleads guilty to drug distribution charges in U.S. District Court

A Portland resident has entered a guilty plea to three counts of drug distribution, as reported in the U.S. District Court located in Portland, Maine.


Visa holder faces charges for facilitating prostitution into U.S. from Mexico

A Mexican woman has been charged with facilitating the transportation of two females from Mexico into the United States for the purpose of prostitution.


Mexican national sentenced to federal prison for illegal reentry into the U.S

A Mexican national with a prior felony record has been sentenced for unauthorized reentry into the United States, according to U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei.


Qualcomm ex-VP convicted of $180 million fraud involving microchip technology

Dr. Karim Arabi, a former Qualcomm executive, has been found guilty of fraud and money laundering by a federal jury over a scheme involving $180 million.


President orders measures to secure U.S. electric grid amid rising demand

The United States is facing challenges due to the increased electricity demand from technological advancements and domestic manufacturing.


Vernon man pleads guilty to child exploitation charges in federal court

A Vernon man has admitted to charges related to child exploitation, according to federal authorities.


U.S. Attorneys Host Ceremony for National Crime Victims' Rights Week in North Carolina

The U.S. Attorneys' Offices for the Western, Middle, and Eastern Districts of North Carolina recently hosted a ceremony in Raleigh to mark the observance of National Crime Victims' Rights Week (NCVRW).


FTC approves Enbridge's petition to modify 2017 final consent order

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) gave approval to Enbridge Inc.'s request to revisit and nullify the FTC's 2017 final consent order related to Enbridge’s merger with Spectra Energy Corp. This decision was based on the FTC's conclusion that the...


Arlington woman sentenced to prison for money laundering and transmitting

A 49-year-old Arlington resident and naturalized citizen, Nhiem Thi Dan "Sam" Nguyen, has been sentenced to 40 months in federal prison for her involvement in unlicensed money transmitting and money laundering.


North Attleboro man receives five-year sentence for child exploitation and animal abuse charges

A North Attleboro man has been sentenced to five years in federal prison for his involvement in child sexual abuse material and animal abuse video charges, federal authorities announced.