News published on Federal Newswire in April 2025

News from April 2025


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.


US responds to China's tariffs with significant duty adjustments on imports

The United States has announced amendments to its tariff regime in response to the People’s Republic of China's (PRC) retaliatory trade measures.


Charleston resident pleads guilty to intent to distribute methamphetamine

Antwaun Winbush, a resident of Charleston, West Virginia, pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute a substantial quantity of methamphetamine.


Benjamin Holmes convicted for fentanyl conspiracy, faces multiple federal charges

Benjamin Holmes, a resident of Bogalusa, Louisiana, was found guilty on April 2, 2025, by a jury of several federal offenses concerning drug trafficking and gun violations.


Former Los Angeles woman admits to cocaine trafficking charges in Philadelphia court

United States Attorney David Metcalf announced that Constance Arrington, 35, formerly of Los Angeles, admitted her guilt on Monday in a Philadelphia court.


Donald J. Trump announces end to perceived coal policy war

On April 8, 2025, Donald J. Trump announced significant policy changes regarding the coal industry, declaring the end of what he calls Joe Biden's campaign against coal.


Man sentenced to prison for bank fraud and mail theft in Sacramento

Senior U.S. District Court Judge John A. Mendez has sentenced Adam Lee from Orangevale, Sacramento County, to five years and four months in prison.


Brazilian national charged with assaulting ICE officer in Philadelphia incident

Enmanuel Fernandes-Calixto, a 20-year-old Brazilian national, has been charged with various offenses related to forcibly assaulting and resisting a federal officer.