News published on Federal Newswire in December 2025

News from December 2025


House subcommittee reviews possible updates to National Voter Registration Act

Chair Laurel Lee of Florida's 15th district delivered opening remarks at a Subcommittee on Elections hearing focused on potential updates to the National Voter Registration Act (NVRA).


Billings man convicted of child sexual abuse on Crow Indian Reservation

A Billings man has been convicted by a federal jury of sexually abusing a child on the Crow Indian Reservation, according to U.S. Attorney Kurt Alme.


Detroit man indicted for carjacking and attempted murder of federal agents

Terrance Markyce Davis, a 33-year-old Detroit resident, has been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges including carjacking, assaulting and attempting to murder Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) Special Agents, as...


Canton man sentenced to over three years in prison for wire fraud

A Canton, South Dakota man has been sentenced to over three years in federal prison for wire fraud and money laundering.


Indianapolis men sentenced for illegal gun possession following separate investigations

Four men with prior violent felony convictions have been sentenced to federal prison in Indianapolis for illegally possessing firearms.


Bipartisan Senate bill seeks permanent expansion of breast cancer screening for veterans

Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Jerry Moran (R-KS), Mazie Hirono (D-HI), and John Boozman (R-AR) have introduced the Mammography Access for Veterans Act.


California man pleads guilty to role in $9 million money laundering scheme

A California resident has admitted guilt in a federal court in Rhode Island for his involvement in a business email compromise and money laundering operation that defrauded businesses, individuals, and the Town of Bristol of nearly $9 million.


House subcommittee reviews alleged misuse of Equal Access to Justice Act by environmental groups

The Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations convened a hearing to examine the use of the Equal Access to Justice Act (EAJA) by environmental non-governmental organizations (NGOs).


Detroit man sentenced to 17 years for sex trafficking minors

A Detroit man, Kevin Lavon Giles, has been sentenced to 17 years in prison for sex trafficking offenses involving two minors and one adult.


House subcommittee schedules hearing on biosecurity issues related to AI and biotechnology

Congressman Brett Guthrie, Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, and Congressman John Joyce, M.D., Chairman of the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, have announced an upcoming hearing to discuss biosecurity at the...


Former contractor charged with defrauding U.S. agencies over cloud security claims

A federal grand jury in the District of Columbia has indicted Danielle Hillmer, a former senior manager at a Virginia-based government contractor, on charges including major government fraud, wire fraud, and obstructing federal audits.


Teva removes over 200 improper drug patent listings following FTC action

Teva Pharmaceuticals has asked the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to remove more than 200 patent listings from the FDA’s Orange Book after being challenged by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).


Presidential message marks anniversary of Spanish-American War victory

On December 10, the United States marked the anniversary of its victory in the Spanish-American War, recalling the events that led to a significant shift in global power at the end of the 19th century.


Mexican man sentenced for illegal reentry after multiple removals

A Mexican national, Eduardo Heriberto Mendoza-Almanza, 41, was sentenced in Missoula to time served—200 days in custody—and one year of supervised release for illegally reentering the United States.


House committee reviews barriers facing veteran entrepreneurs

The House Committee on Small Business held a hearing in Washington, D.C. to address the challenges and opportunities faced by veteran entrepreneurs.


Court approves DOJ settlement requiring major divestitures in UnitedHealth-Amedisys merger

The United States District Court for the District of Maryland has approved a settlement proposed by the Justice Department’s Antitrust Division and its state co-plaintiffs regarding UnitedHealth Group's $3.3 billion acquisition of Amedisys Inc....


Senate Judiciary Democrats criticize FBI probe threats against congressional members

U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee Democrats, led by Senator Dick Durbin of Illinois, have raised concerns over what they describe as the FBI’s use of investigation threats against six Democratic members of Congress.


Bronx man sentenced to 18 years for enticing minor and possessing child pornography

A Bronx man, Daniel Batista, was sentenced to 18 years in prison for enticing a minor and possessing child pornography.


Chinese national indicted for alleged possession of counterfeit gift cards in Alabama

A federal grand jury in Birmingham has indicted Xiebin Xue, a 40-year-old Chinese national, on charges of possessing counterfeit gift cards.


House committee to consider bills on college transparency and accessibility

The House Committee on Education and Workforce, chaired by Representative Tim Walberg (R-MI), is scheduled to review four bills aimed at increasing transparency and accessibility in higher education.