News published on Federal Newswire in February 2025

News from February 2025


New York woman charged with $1 million CARES Act fraud

A New York woman has been charged with fraudulently obtaining over $1,000,000, as announced by Acting U.S. Attorney Vikas Khanna.


Israeli man sentenced for violating US export laws with shipments to Russia

Gal Haimovich, a 49-year-old Israeli national, has been sentenced to two years in prison and three years of supervised release for his role in conspiring to illegally export aircraft parts and avionics from U.S. manufacturers to Russia.


Jacksonville man indicted for accessing child sexual abuse materials online

Sean-Michael Smith, a 36-year-old resident of Jacksonville, Florida, has been arrested and indicted for using the internet to access child sexual abuse materials.


ICE criticizes Northampton County for releasing detainee despite hold request

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has arrested a Colombian citizen who was released from Northampton County Prison despite an immigration detainer request.


Department of Defense begins workforce reduction aligned with federal efficiency reforms

The Department of Defense is undergoing a re-evaluation of its probationary workforce, aligning with the President's initiative to reform the federal workforce for enhanced efficiency and productivity.


El Paso CBP seizes methamphetamine; arrests fugitives; issues penalties

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Ysleta port of entry in El Paso seized 64 pounds of methamphetamine on February 14.


Border patrol agents assist in fiery car crash rescue near Sacaton

Off-duty Border Patrol agents from the Tucson Sector intervened in a car accident on state Route 187 near Sacaton, Arizona.


New Orleans man sentenced for carjacking attempt and gun possession

A New Orleans man, Warren Roland, has been sentenced for attempted carjacking and federal gun charges.


New York man sentenced to 24 years for exploiting minors online

A New York native, Tyler N. Grundstrom, has been sentenced to 24 years in federal prison for crimes involving the production of child pornography, coercion and enticement of minors, and cyberstalking.


Trump issues directive to safeguard American innovation from foreign exploitation

President Donald J. Trump has issued a directive aimed at safeguarding American innovation from foreign exploitation.


Rubio and Ruto discuss Congo conflict, call for ceasefire

Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently engaged in a conversation with Kenyan President William Ruto.


Jim Jordan supports Senate's confirmation of Kash Patel as FBI director

Today, the Senate confirmed Kash Patel as the new Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).


Maryland Supreme Court overturns conviction in controversial abortion-related case

The Maryland Supreme Court has overturned the conviction of Moira Akers, who was previously sentenced to 30 years in prison after being charged with murder following a traumatic stillbirth.


Tallahassee men guilty in large-scale marijuana distribution conspiracy

Tyquan M. Watson and Dezaneil D. Cosby Jr., both from Tallahassee, Florida, have been found guilty of conspiring to distribute marijuana on a large scale.


Tax Cuts & Jobs Act reform reduces rates; impacts revenue & economic growth

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), enacted in 2017, reformed the federal tax code by changing individual and business taxes.


Bradenton felon receives over eight years for firearm possession

U.S. District Judge Steven D. Merryday has sentenced Star Stewart, a 39-year-old resident of Bradenton, to eight years and nine months in federal prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition.


Trump claims early successes one month into presidency

Former President Donald J. Trump has been vocal about his achievements since taking office again and has addressed topics such as border security improvements through his Truth Social posts dated February 21, 2025


Germany debates corporate tax reforms amid economic slowdown

The German economy has been shrinking for two consecutive years, and business confidence remains low.


Miami man convicted as armed career criminal after firearm possession charges

After a three-day trial, Nathaniel Martin, 45, was found guilty by a Miami federal jury of possession of a firearm and ammunition as a convicted felon.


EPA administrator finds misuse of funds linked to Stacey Abrams' group

In a recent development, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin has uncovered significant financial activities linked to the Biden-Harris administration.