News published on Federal Newswire in April 2025

News from April 2025


Review launched on proposed U.S. Steel acquisition to assess national security risks

On January 3, 2025, President Biden issued an order preventing the acquisition of United States Steel Corporation (U.S. Steel) by Nippon Steel Corporation, Nippon Steel North America, Inc., and 2023 Merger Subsidiary, Inc. The entities were...


White House sets new federal AI policies under Trump's executive order

The White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has released revised policies on the use and procurement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) by federal agencies.


Former Boone County Schools official admits to $3.4 million mail fraud scheme

Michael David Barker, a former maintenance director for Boone County Schools, has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit mail fraud.


Naugatuck woman sentenced to federal prison for $865K embezzlement scheme

Jennifer Cormier of Naugatuck was sentenced to 25 months in federal prison for embezzling approximately $865,000 from her employer. U.S. District Judge Vernon D. Oliver in Hartford presided over the sentencing, where Cormier also received two...


Owners of Warwick pain clinic indicted for alleged health care fraud scheme

Two residents of Foster, Rhode Island, Brandon Nowak, 32, and Jason Simmons, 33, have been charged with health care fraud in connection with their Warwick-based pain management clinic, Aim Health.


Americans favor permanent continuation of small business tax deduction, NFIB poll finds

A recent poll conducted by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) indicates strong support among Americans for maintaining the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction as Congress continues its discussions on tax policy.


Indictments issued in narcotics trafficking case linked to Sureños-affiliated organization

A federal grand jury has indicted five members of a Drug Trafficking Organization (DTO) linked to the Sureños in Minnesota.


Man sentenced to over 24 years in prison for child exploitation

Acting U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Michigan, Andrew Birge, has announced the sentencing of 62-year-old Jose Montoya to 292 months in prison for the creation and collection of child pornography.


Yuba City man indicted on charges of child sexual abuse material

A federal grand jury has indicted Thomas Michael Davis, a 39-year-old resident of Yuba City, on charges of receiving child sexual abuse material.


Man sentenced to 197 months in drug distribution conspiracy

Timothy Edwards, a 49-year-old from Memphis, Tennessee, has been sentenced to 197 months in federal prison.


Three plead guilty in Oklahoma to federal drug distribution charges

Three residents from Oklahoma have admitted guilt to federal drug charges relating to the distribution of illegal substances in Eastern Oklahoma, according to a statement from the United States Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma.


Former teacher receives 5-year sentence for sharing child sexual abuse content

A 31-year-old former resident of College Station has been sentenced to federal prison for sharing child sexual abuse material online, according to U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei.


Kinship theme marks National Crime Victims’ Rights Week under U.S. Attorney O’Shea's recognition

U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, Timothy M. O’Shea, collaborates with the U.S. Department of Justice, Office for Victims of Crime, to observe National Crime Victims’ Rights Week from April 6 to 12, 2025.


North Texas man charged for threatening ICE agents on social media

A man from North Texas, Robert Wilson King, aged 35, has been apprehended and charged in federal court following threats directed at ICE agents.


NFIB supports budget resolution to make 20% small business deduction permanent

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), which serves as a prominent advocate for small businesses, has declared the Graham amendment to H.Con.


Jury convicts Marion County man for drug distribution

Following a two-day trial, a Centralia man has been found guilty of federal charges related to the distribution of cocaine and fentanyl in Marion County.


Huntington man pleads guilty to fentanyl and xylazine distribution

Robert Lee Glover, known as "Chopz," has entered a guilty plea in Huntington, West Virginia, to charges of fentanyl distribution.


Sen. Lummis: 'Digital assets are the future'

Senator Cynthia Lummis has emphasized the importance of digital assets, describing them as the "future" and highlighting the GENIUS Act's role in maintaining America's status as a "global financial leader."


Sen. Lummis: 'Let’s secure America’s financial future' with the BITCOIN Act

Senator Cynthia Lummis has expressed her support for the reintroduction of the BITCOIN Act, describing it as a step toward securing America's financial future.


Mexican national indicted for illegal re-entry and false social security claims

A federal grand jury has issued a three-count indictment against Edgar Javier Castillo-Rodriguez, a 53-year-old Mexican national.