News published on Federal Newswire in February 2025

News from February 2025


Nebraska man sentenced for role in fentanyl distribution conspiracy

Daniel Lacy, a 42-year-old resident of Omaha, Nebraska, was sentenced to 120 months in federal prison for his role in a fentanyl distribution conspiracy.


Arizona man sentenced for mailing fentanyl to Ohio

An Arizona man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for his involvement in a fentanyl trafficking operation.


Treasury Secretary holds first call with Bank of Japan Governor

Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent recently engaged in a virtual introductory meeting with Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda.


Guantanamo Bay receives high-threat illegal aliens under new directives

The Department of Defense has announced the arrival of 10 high-threat illegal aliens at the Guantanamo Bay detention facility in Cuba.


U.S. government announces new policy on gender participation in women's sports

The United States government has announced a new policy aimed at preserving women's sports by opposing male participation in female athletic categories.


Law enforcement arrests five for EBT card fraud targeting low-income families

A coordinated law enforcement operation in Los Angeles has led to the arrest of five individuals accused of using "skimmed" electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards to create counterfeit cards and illegally withdraw funds meant for low-income...


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.