News published on Federal Newswire in February 2025

News from February 2025


Sisseton man receives federal sentence for child abuse

United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced the sentencing of Nathaniel Yazzie, a 24-year-old man from Sisseton, South Dakota, for child abuse. U.S. District Judge Eric C. Schulte sentenced Yazzie to one year and seven months in federal...


Roanoke man pleads guilty in Carter Bank robbery case

The third individual involved in the June 2023 robbery of Carter Bank and Trust on Hershberger Road, Roanoke, has pled guilty.


Border Patrol intercepts human smuggling attempt near Laredo

Laredo Sector Border Patrol agents intercepted a human smuggling attempt on February 4, 2025.


Trump administration's PCLOB dismissals risk EU-U.S. data transfer agreement

The Centre for Democracy & Technology (CDT) Europe has resumed its activities with a full team at the start of 2025.


Trump administration increases pressure on Iran over nuclear ambitions

The Trump Administration has announced a renewed approach towards Iran, aiming to increase pressure on the nation.



Alabama man indicted for alleged romance fraud targeting Vermont woman

Burlington, Vermont – The United States Attorney's Office for the District of Vermont has announced an indictment against Cedric Wormely, a 58-year-old resident of Birmingham, Alabama.


Honduran man indicted for illegal re-entry into the United States

A federal grand jury in Pittsburgh has indicted a Honduran citizen for illegal re-entry into the United States.


Apple introduces new app for creating custom invitations

Apple has announced the launch of Apple Invites, a new application designed for iPhone users to create and share custom invitations.


Three Mexican nationals charged in Bellevue methamphetamine bust

Three Mexican nationals were arrested last week in Bellevue, Washington, in connection with a drug deal involving over 25 pounds of crystal methamphetamine. U.S. Attorney Tessa M. Gorman announced that the individuals are being held at the Federal...


Temple Hills man convicted in conspiracy targeting convenience stores

A federal jury in Greenbelt, Maryland, has found Stephen Kennedy guilty of multiple charges, including conspiracy to commit arson and commercial robbery.


U.S. government intensifies actions against Iranian economic activities

The United States government has outlined a series of measures aimed at curbing Iran's economic activities and international influence.


Blockchain Association launches 23 working groups to guide crypto policy

The Blockchain Association, a prominent trade association for the crypto and digital asset industry in Washington, has announced the establishment of 23 working groups.


Guilty plea entered in theft of government phones slated for destruction

Nikhil Parekh, a 37-year-old resident of Randallstown, Maryland, has pleaded guilty in a U.S. District Court to charges related to the theft and sale of government-issued smartphones, laptops, and other IT devices that were supposed to be destroyed.


Crypto advisor: Crypto skeptics use 'fear of innovation disguised as cautionary tales'

Georg Brameshuber, a crypto advisor, has expressed skepticism about the historical "tulipmania" crash, describing it as more "moralist propaganda" than an economic fact.


Weekend Interview: Amit Halevi’s Vision for Defeating Iran and Securing Israel’s Future

Israeli Knesset member Amit Halevi, a staunch advocate for Israel’s security and sovereignty, co-founded the Jewish Statesmanship Center to prepare future leaders in Jewish culture and governance. As a member of the Knesset’s Foreign Affairs and Security Committee, Halevi is involved in Israel’s ongoing war against Hamas, and is a proponent of the Israel Defense Forces’ mission to protect Jewish lands.


Weekend Interview: Amy Bos on Tech Policy Shifts, AI, and the Future of Innovation Under Trump’s Second Term

Amy Bos is the Director of State and Federal Affairs at NetChoice, a trade association that advocates for free enterprise and limited government regulation in the technology sector. She interviewed with the Federal Newswire to explain her views on important issues that impact the major tech companies in the association, including antitrust law, content moderation, data privacy, and artificial intelligence. NetChoice especially opposes regulatory overreach that may stifle innovation and economic growth.


Lakeland man receives 12-year sentence for trafficking fentanyl and methamphetamine

U.S. District Judge Virginia M. Hernandez Covington has sentenced Jermaine Jerome Campbell, a 35-year-old resident of Lakeland, to 12 years in federal prison for possessing fentanyl and methamphetamine with the intent to distribute.


Kendrick Lamar headlines Super Bowl LIX halftime show with Apple Music celebrations

Apple Music is gearing up for Super Bowl LIX by celebrating Kendrick Lamar's Road to Halftime.


Three men indicted in Orange County drug distribution conspiracy

Orlando, Florida – The United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg has announced the unsealing of an indictment against three men from Orange County.