News published on Federal Newswire in February 2025

News from February 2025


Rare seed bugs intercepted at Detroit airport

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agriculture specialists at Detroit Metro Airport intercepted rare spore-spreading seed bugs among undeclared cypress cones from Jordan late last year.


Salvadoran water defenders refuse court appearance citing judicial concerns

As President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador proposed subcontracting part of the country's prison system to the United States during a visit from U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, five Salvadoran environmental defenders refused to attend a court...


Kyrgyzstan arms dealer charged with exporting U.S. weapons illegally

An arms dealer from Kyrgyzstan, Sergei Zharnovnikov, has been charged with conspiring to export firearms from the United States to Russia without the required licenses and for illegal smuggling.


Ohio man pleads guilty in federal court for meth distribution

A resident of Akron, Ohio, has pleaded guilty in federal court to charges related to methamphetamine trafficking.


Three men charged with theft and falsifying records after NFL player's home burglary

A federal grand jury in Cincinnati has indicted three men believed to be part of a South American Theft Group.


US celebrates strong ties with New Zealand on Waitangi Day

The United States has extended its warm wishes to the people of New Zealand in celebration of Waitangi Day, recognizing the strong ties between the two nations.


IBM predicts rise in generative AI use by banks in 2025

IBM has released its annual outlook for the global financial services industry, predicting significant advancements in technology and transformation for 2025.


Mexican national arrested for alleged smuggling of unaccompanied juveniles in New Mexico

A Mexican national is facing federal charges following his arrest by U.S. Border Patrol agents for allegedly attempting to smuggle two undocumented juveniles through New Mexico.


Hegseth discusses security cooperation with Panama’s public security minister

On February 4, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth engaged in an introductory call with Panama's Minister of Public Security, Frank Alexis Ábrego.


Crystal man admits guilt in producing child pornography involving minors

A man from Crystal, Minnesota has admitted guilt to multiple charges related to the production of child pornography.


Treasury announces nominations for assistant secretaries for financial institutions and markets

Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent announced President Trump's intention to nominate Luke Pettit and Jason De Sena Trennert for roles at the United States Department of the Treasury.


Sex offender sentenced after attempt to buy child thwarted in Mexico

Scott David Bixler, a 43-year-old resident of Morgantown, West Virginia, has been sentenced to the maximum term of 120 months in prison for failing to update his sex offender registration.


Kissimmee man sentenced for producing child sexual abuse material

Stephen Michael Lippincott, a 70-year-old resident of Kissimmee, has been sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for producing child sexual abuse material.


Hegseth discusses security cooperation with Panamanian president

On February 5, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth engaged in a phone call with Panamanian President José Raul Mulino.


Missouri man pleads guilty to traveling for illicit conduct with minor

U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans announced that Eric Charles Fuller, a 54-year-old from Springfield, Missouri, has pled guilty to interstate travel with intent to engage in illicit sexual conduct.


Secretary Wright unveils plan for boosting U.S. energy production

U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright has signed a Secretarial Order aimed at advancing American energy initiatives in line with President Trump's executive orders.


Palm Bay man receives over 11-year sentence for child sex abuse material

A Palm Bay resident, Erik Bjorndal, has been sentenced to 11 years and 4 months in federal prison for the receipt of child sexual abuse material.


Jefferson Parish man receives over nine years for gun and drug offenses

A Jefferson Parish resident, Jazz Gilds, 39, has been sentenced to 108 months in prison following his guilty plea to federal gun and drug charges. U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans announced the sentencing on January 30, 2025, by United States District...


Okemah resident pleads guilty to armed felony assault

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma has reported that Gregory Dwayne Guinn, also known as Gregory Dewayne Guinn, age 23, from Okemah, Oklahoma, has pleaded guilty to charges stemming from an incident involving...


NFU President urges Senate for strong 2025 farm bill amid growing challenges

National Farmers Union President Rob Larew testified before the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, addressing the economic challenges facing family farmers and ranchers.