News published on Federal Newswire in August 2025

News from August 2025


Amite man pleads guilty to kidnapping resulting in death; sentencing set for November

Daniel Wayne Callihan, a 37-year-old resident of Amite, Louisiana, pleaded guilty in federal court to charges of kidnapping resulting in death and transporting a minor across state lines with the intent to engage in criminal sexual activity.


Kansas man indicted for bank robbery; other federal charges announced

A federal grand jury in Wichita has indicted Darrel D. Gray, 65, of Benton, Kansas, on one count of bank robbery.


Feeding Our Future scheme leader sentenced to 28 years for pandemic meal program fraud

A federal judge has sentenced Abdiaziz Shafii Farah, 36, to 28 years in prison for leading a $300 million fraud scheme that targeted a federally funded child nutrition program during the COVID-19 pandemic.


Aerospace Industries Association welcomes Senate's markup of defense spending bill

The Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) has expressed approval of the Senate Appropriations Committee's progress on the fiscal year 2026 defense appropriations bill.


Aerospace Industries Association supports U.S.-E.U. tariff-free aircraft trade deal

A deal between the United States and the European Union has been announced, removing tariffs on commercial aircraft and jet engines.


ITI strengthens government affairs team with Capitol Hill veterans

ITI has announced the addition of Noah Barger and Stephanie Mertz Patel to its government affairs team.


Sean Cairncross confirmed as White House National Cyber Director

Global tech trade association ITI has issued a statement regarding the confirmation of Sean Cairncross as the White House National Cyber Director.


ITI calls for pause on tariff hikes amid economic uncertainty

Global tech trade association ITI has expressed concerns over the Trump Administration's recent tariff increases.


Senate Finance Committee unveils bill cutting Green New Deal spending, easing fossil fuel penalties

The Senate Finance Committee has announced a proposed energy policy within the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, aiming to significantly reduce Green New Deal expenditures, eliminate penalties on fossil fuels, and promote an America-first energy strategy.


Stacy on the Right host: FBICS participation should 'be limited to institutions with a spotless compliance record'

Stacy Washington, host of "Stacy on the Right," expressed in an op-ed that President Trump's economic agenda is designed to prioritize workers and businesses over foreign competitors.


Former social security worker sentenced for soliciting beneficiary across state lines

A former employee of the Social Security Administration (SSA) has been sentenced to six months in prison and five years of supervised release after pleading guilty to attempting to coerce a beneficiary into crossing state lines for prostitution.


Weekend Interview: Christian Forstner on Germany’s New Emphasis on European Security and Facing Down Russia in Ukraine

An era of transatlantic cooperation is forming, with Germany taking a bigger leadership role.


LaPorte man sentenced for possessing thousands of child sexual abuse images

Ron Deming, a 38-year-old resident of LaPorte, Indiana, has been sentenced to 228 months in federal prison after being convicted by a jury of one count each of receipt and possession of child pornography.


Arizona man sentenced for illegal guiding operation violating Lacey Act

Timothy Rawlings, a 56-year-old resident of Laveen, Arizona, has been sentenced to twelve months in federal prison for conspiracy to violate the Lacey Act.


White House forms task force ahead of Los Angeles hosting 2028 Summer Olympics

The White House has established a new task force to coordinate federal efforts in preparation for the 2028 Summer Olympics, which will be hosted by the United States.


Bronx man charged with slashing USPS mail carrier faces federal assault charge

A Bronx resident, John Garcia, has been arrested and charged with assaulting a U.S. Postal Service mail carrier in the Bronx on July 16, 2025.


Previously convicted felon sentenced to over two years for illegal firearm possession

Lawrence Jordan, 44, of the District of Columbia, was sentenced to 27 months in prison for unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition by a convicted felon.


Former Los Angeles resident extradited from Guatemala on child exploitation charges

A Guatemalan national and former Los Angeles resident, Miguel Angel Batz Jr., was extradited from Guatemala to the United States and arraigned on federal charges in Los Angeles on Tuesday.


Donald J. Trump promotes 'News Community' in multiple August posts

Former President Donald J. Trump posted three messages on August 5, 2025 via Truth Social promoting his "News Community," twice using the term "BREAKING."


Hartford man indicted for alleged drug trafficking after large seizure

A federal grand jury has indicted Rahm Klampert, a 45-year-old resident of Hartford, Vermont, on charges related to drug possession with intent to distribute.