News published on Federal Newswire in February 2025

News from February 2025


Chris Wright sworn in as U.S. Secretary of Energy

U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright issued a statement following his swearing-in as the 17th Secretary of Energy.


U.S.-Panama partnership aims to curb illegal migration through repatriation flights

Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Panamanian Minister of Public Security Frank Abrego recently attended a charter repatriation flight event at Albrook Airport in Panama City.


DHS coordinates comprehensive security measures for Super Bowl LIX

Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem visited New Orleans to oversee security operations for Super Bowl LIX.


Bradford County man receives over ten years for meth distribution

Robert M. Lutz, a 42-year-old resident of Bradford County, Pennsylvania, has been sentenced to 132 months in prison for the distribution of methamphetamine.


TechNet comments on Trump's plan for Treasury Secretary to oversee CFPB

TechNet, a bipartisan network of innovation economy leaders, issued a statement today regarding reports that the Trump Administration plans to appoint Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to oversee the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).


NAR opens applications for annual Good Neighbor Awards recognizing community service

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) has announced the opening of applications for its 2025 Good Neighbor Awards.


Palo Alto man convicted of assaulting co-worker at VA hospital

A federal jury has found a Palo Alto man guilty of aggravated sexual abuse, sexual abuse by fear, and making false statements to a federal agent.


Burgum begins tenure as Interior Secretary with focus on American energy independence

Doug Burgum has begun his role as the 55th Secretary of the Interior, initiating efforts to promote American energy independence and manage public lands responsibly.


Kansas business owner sentenced for failing to pay over $1M in taxes

A Kansas business owner has been sentenced to 17 months in prison for failing to remit over one million dollars in employment tax collections to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).


Lackawanna County woman sentenced to 27 years for child pornography

A woman from Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, has been sentenced to 27 years in prison for producing child pornography.


Ivanhoe resident receives federal sentence for drug trafficking and firearm possession

A man from Ivanhoe, Virginia, has been sentenced to 72 months in federal prison for illegal possession of a firearm and possessing methamphetamine with intent to distribute.


U.S. announces plan for establishing sovereign wealth fund

The United States government has announced plans to establish a sovereign wealth fund aimed at maximizing the stewardship of national wealth for the benefit of American citizens.


Folsom man admits guilt in visa fraud case involving Indonesian caregiver

Marcus Taslim, a 70-year-old resident of Folsom, has pleaded guilty to visa fraud.


Immigrants' rights groups sue Trump over asylum shutdown at border

Immigrants' rights organizations have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration in response to a proclamation aimed at shutting down asylum at the U.S. border.


Marion County man sentenced for fraudulent tax return scheme

Jack Lee Oliver, a 56-year-old resident of Rivesville, West Virginia, has been sentenced to 36 months in federal prison for defrauding the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) of $708,538.


Illegal alien faces voter fraud and gun charges in Florida

Carlos Jose Abreu, a 45-year-old illegal alien residing in Broward County, Florida, appeared in federal court on charges of impersonating a United States citizen for voter registration and voting in a federal election.


Marco Rubio discusses global challenges in interview with Fox News

Secretary of State Marco Rubio addressed various international issues in an interview with Rich Edson of Fox News.


Marco Rubio appointed as acting administrator of USAID by President Trump

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is undergoing changes with the appointment of Secretary Marco Rubio as Acting Administrator.


Convicted felon receives seven-year sentence for firearm possession

U.S. District Judge Thomas P. Barber has sentenced Sherron Gary, a 41-year-old resident of Tampa, to seven years in federal prison for possessing a firearm and ammunition as a convicted felon.


Washington D.C.'s Briyon Shuford sentenced to over thirteen years for violent crimes

Briyon Shuford, a 30-year-old resident of Washington D.C., received a prison sentence of 161 months for his involvement in a drive-by shooting and drug trafficking.