News published on Federal Newswire in April 2025

News from April 2025


Donald Trump reflects on US economic strategies in Truth Social posts

Donald J. Trump addressed international negotiations and economic strategies in a series of Truth Social posts on April 7, 2025.


Kenyan woman deported for using sister's travel documents

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officials have deported a Kenyan woman who attempted to enter the United States using her sister's travel documents.


Fox Island man faces fraud charges for over $920,000 theft from elderly client

A man from Fox Island, Washington, identified as John S. Winslow, has been charged by a federal grand jury with multiple counts of wire fraud, mail fraud, money laundering, and falsifying tax returns.


Donald J. Trump discusses oil prices and Senate budget plan approval

Donald J. Trump, on April 7, 2025, made several statements on Truth Social addressing topics such as oil prices and a budget plan passed by the Senate.


Border Patrol arrests Tren de Aragua gang member in Maine

On March 30, 2025, United States Border Patrol (USBP) arrested two Venezuelan nationals in connection with a theft investigation in Brunswick, Maine.


Guatemalan man sentenced for illegal reentry into the United States

A resident of Guatemala entered a guilty plea in federal court related to illegal reentry into the United States, as reported by Acting United States Attorney Troy Rivetti.


Sentence handed down in Oklahoma federal drug conspiracy case

Jerry Lana Freeman, also known as Lil' Jerry, was sentenced to 224 months in prison for his involvement in a drug conspiracy.


Lummi Nation member charged with illegal firearms possession and eagle killings

A 38-year-old member of the Lummi Nation, Joel David Ridley, is scheduled to appear in federal court facing charges of illegal firearms possession and two violations of the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act.


North Dakota man sentenced to 51 months for sexual abuse of a minor

Jace Fox, a 25-year-old from Rolla, North Dakota, has been sentenced to 51 months in federal prison followed by 20 years of supervised release for the sexual abuse of a minor.


Georgia man sentenced to 57 months for multi-state bank fraud

An Atlanta man received a 57-month prison sentence, followed by five years of supervised release, for bank fraud and aggravated identity theft.


Businessman sentenced to federal prison for failing to pay taxes

Richard G. Frohling, Acting United States Attorney for the Eastern District, announced that Douglas Larson has been sentenced to two years in federal prison for failing to pay over $1,000,000 in employment taxes.


Andrew S. Boutros sworn in as U.S. Attorney for Northern District of Illinois

Andrew S. Boutros has assumed the role of United States Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois.


Donald Trump shares viewpoints on trade and economy on Truth Social

Former President Donald J. Trump used Truth Social on April 7, 2025, to discuss global trade and the condition of industrial plants.


White House removes historic Jackson Magnolia over safety concerns

The White House has taken action to replace the historic "Jackson Magnolia" tree located near the South Portico due to safety concerns, as announced on April 7, 2025.


CBP improves Applicant Portal to enhance hiring process transparency

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced today improvements to its Applicant Portal, aiming to enhance the hiring experience for job seekers.


DHS CWMD discusses future of biowatch and STC programs in Chicago

On March 27-28, David Richardson, Assistant Secretary for the DHS Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office (CWMD), visited Chicago, Illinois, to engage with state and local representatives involved in the BioWatch and Securing the Cities...


Vandalia man charged in FBI sting operation involving alleged child sex offense

A magistrate judge in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois has ordered a Vandalia man to be held without bail.


Nigerian national sentenced to federal prison for Palm Beach County fraud scheme

A Nigerian national, Uwa Nosakhare, has been sentenced to six years in federal prison for orchestrating a fraud scheme involving the impersonation of property owners for fraudulent property sales.


CBP intercepts over $491,000 in cocaine at Eagle Pass Port of Entry

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Office of Field Operations officers at the Eagle Pass Port of Entry, carried out a significant drug seizure by intercepting over $491,000 in cocaine.


CEO of IT staffing firm faces charges of tax and bankruptcy fraud

United States Attorney David Metcalf has announced charges against Thomas Stafford, 76, a resident of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, for tax and bankruptcy fraud.