News published on Federal Newswire in February 2025

News from February 2025


Digital Ascension Group general counsel: New SEC requirement 'could mean fewer arbitrary crackdowns' in crypto industry

Digital Ascension Group General Counsel Rick Tapia has expressed concerns over a new requirement for U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) attorneys to seek approval before formally launching probes.


Center for a New American Security fellow: U.S. needs 'more comprehensive, principles-based approach' to Chinese tech threats

Bill Drexel, a fellow at the Center for a New American Security, has emphasized the need for the United States to implement a comprehensive strategy to address threats posed by Chinese technology.


Man pleads guilty in $100M healthcare fraud case

Chaudhry Shabbir Ahmed has pleaded guilty to conspiracy charges related to laundering over $3 million connected to a $100 million healthcare fraud scheme.


Schenectady man pleads guilty over synagogue shooting incident

Mufid Fawaz Alkhader, a 29-year-old resident of Schenectady, New York, has pled guilty to charges related to a hate crime involving shots fired outside an Albany synagogue.


New Orleans man receives prison sentence for drug trafficking and firearm offenses

A New Orleans resident, Lyndell Mims, aged 34, has been sentenced to 84 months in prison following his guilty plea to charges related to drug trafficking and firearm possession.


Hartford man sentenced to four years for gun trafficking involvement

Marc H. Silverman, Acting United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, has announced the sentencing of Algelly Diaz, 42, from Hartford.


Gary Shapiro receives knighthood in Royal Order of Francis I

Consumer Technology Association (CTA) CEO and Vice Chair Gary Shapiro has been awarded a Knighthood in the Royal Order of Francis I. This recognition is for his leadership in advancing technology and promoting innovations that are transforming...


Guantanamo Bay receives first flight of criminal aliens from DHS

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has released images depicting the first flight of criminal aliens to Guantanamo Bay.


Treasury Secretary Bessent discusses economic priorities with ECB President Lagarde

Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent recently engaged in an introductory meeting with European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde.


Georgia man sentenced to 22 years for armed drug trafficking

A resident of Northeast Georgia has been sentenced to 22 years in prison for armed drug trafficking.


Massachusetts man sentenced for attempted suicide bombing linked to al-Qaeda

Minh Quang Pham, a Massachusetts resident also known as "Amim," was sentenced to 44 years in prison for his involvement with al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP).


Indian national sentenced for involvement in drug trafficking operation

Burlington, Vermont – The Office of the United States Attorney for the District of Vermont has announced the sentencing of Nitin Mishra, a 33-year-old from Jaipur, India.


Maryland woman admits to defrauding DC Covid-19 rental assistance program

Syreeta Price, a 51-year-old resident of Maryland, has pleaded guilty to first-degree fraud in DC Superior Court.


Former soldier sentenced for sexual abuse at Joint Base Lewis-McChord

A former U.S. Army soldier, Cameron James Taylor, has been sentenced to 87 months in prison for abusive sexual contact with a child.


Hartford man receives seven-year sentence for illegal firearm possession

Marc H. Silverman, Acting United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, announced that Kendall Camby, also known as "KB," 35, from Hartford, has been sentenced to 84 months in federal prison. U.S. District Judge Kari A. Dooley delivered...


Two charged with running fencing operation linked to South American theft groups

Earlier today, an indictment was unsealed in federal court in Brooklyn, charging Dimitriy Nezhinskiy and Juan Villar with conspiracy to receive stolen property.


Federal grand jury indicts two for child pornography offenses

A federal grand jury in Council Bluffs, Iowa, has indicted two individuals on charges related to child pornography.


Manvel resident pleads guilty to multi-million dollar fraud schemes

A Manvel resident has admitted to engaging in a series of fraudulent activities totaling over $2 million, according to an announcement by U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei.


Oglala man convicted of involuntary manslaughter after federal trial

A federal jury has found Clayton Fire Thunder, 40, from Oglala, South Dakota, guilty of involuntary manslaughter and two counts of making false statements.


Legislation seeks permanence for small business tax deduction

Congress has reintroduced legislation aimed at making the 20% Small Business Deduction permanent, preventing a significant tax increase on small businesses scheduled for the end of this year.