News published on Federal Newswire in December 2025

News from December 2025


Cedar Rapids man receives 35-year sentence for drug trafficking near school

A Cedar Rapids man has been sentenced to 35 years in federal prison for distributing methamphetamine, fentanyl, and cocaine.


Texas man indicted for alleged prescription drug fraud conspiracy

A federal grand jury in the Middle District of Louisiana has indicted Darrion Denard Brooks, 28, of Houston, Texas, on charges related to a scheme to obtain controlled substances through fraudulent prescriptions and sell them illegally.


Quinlan woman receives two-year federal sentence for methamphetamine trafficking

A woman from Quinlan, Texas has been sentenced to two years in federal prison for her involvement in methamphetamine trafficking.


Secretary Rubio discusses global issues with Italian Foreign Minister Tajani

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a call with Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani to reinforce the partnership between the United States and Italy.


Georgia businessman sentenced to eight years for bribery scheme involving Honduran officials

A Georgia businessman has been sentenced to eight years in prison for his involvement in a scheme to bribe Honduran government officials and launder money.


Arrington criticizes oversight after GAO finds fraud in Obamacare subsidy program

House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington (R-Texas) has issued a statement following the release of a Government Accountability Office (GAO) report that highlights widespread fraud in the premium tax credit program under the Affordable Care...


U.S. Attorney’s Office honors law enforcement with 2025 excellence awards

Several law enforcement professionals were recognized by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Kentucky during a ceremony in Lexington on Wednesday.


FTC requires Boeing divestitures in $8.3 billion Spirit AeroSystems deal

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced that Boeing must divest several Spirit AeroSystems Holdings, Inc. assets as a condition for moving forward with its $8.3 billion acquisition of the company.


Former DOE engineer settles claims over dual employment and fraud

A former Department of Energy (DOE) engineer has agreed to pay $165,000 to resolve allegations that he secretly held jobs with Air Force contractors while employed full-time at the DOE’s Sandia Field Office in Albuquerque.


Whitehouse raises concerns over TVA and NRC nominees during Senate committee hearing

Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, the Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, delivered remarks at a hearing concerning two key nominations: Lee Beaman to the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) Board of Directors and...


Wausau man receives seven-year federal sentence for fentanyl trafficking

Christopher Harter, a 49-year-old resident of Wausau, Wisconsin, has been sentenced to seven years in federal prison for possessing over 40 grams of fentanyl with the intent to distribute.


Pensacola man sentenced to 10 years for drug trafficking and firearm offenses

Terrance Josiah Fasold, a 32-year-old resident of Pensacola, Florida, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to several charges related to drugs and firearms.


Jury convicts Laredo resident for trafficking cocaine and machine guns

A Mexican national residing illegally in Laredo, Texas, has been convicted on multiple counts of drug trafficking and unlawful possession of a machine gun.


South Texas man sentenced to 10 years for cocaine trafficking

A man from Rio Grande City, Texas, has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute cocaine.


House Energy and Commerce Committee chairman responds to NHTSA proposal on fuel economy standards

Today, Congressman Brett Guthrie, Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, responded to a new proposal from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) regarding changes to Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE)...


Lawmakers criticize President Trump's remarks on Somali immigrants

U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen and Cory Booker, along with Representatives Gregory W. Meeks and Sara Jacobs, issued a statement today criticizing President Trump’s recent comments about Somali immigrants and refugees in the United States.


Former Loveland police officer convicted of civil rights violation in sexual assault case

A former Loveland Police Department officer, Dylan Miller, was found guilty by a jury of violating the civil rights of a minor through sexual assault while on duty.


Annandale man receives ten-year prison sentence for drug trafficking and firearms offenses

An Annandale resident, David Monroy, 28, has been sentenced to ten years in prison following his conviction for possession with intent to distribute fentanyl and possessing a firearm in furtherance of drug trafficking.


House committee considers legislation on energy regulation and broadband expansion

Congressman Brett Guthrie, Chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, opened a markup session in Washington, D.C., addressing fifteen bills focused on connectivity, regulatory reform, and cost reduction for Americans.


House passes two bills targeting regulatory relief for small businesses

Two bills aimed at reducing regulatory burdens for small businesses have passed the House of Representatives.