News published on Federal Newswire in January 2025

News from January 2025


Florida man sentenced for defrauding Iowa firm over N95 mask deal

A Florida man, Saransh "Sam" Sharma, has been sentenced to over three years in federal prison for his involvement in a fraudulent scheme involving N95 masks.


EPA finalizes cleanup plan for Quivira Mines site on Navajo Nation

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), in collaboration with the Navajo Nation, has finalized a cleanup plan for the Quivira Mines site near Gallup, New Mexico.


FTC imposes record fine on oil companies for antitrust law breach

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced that XCL Resources Holdings, LLC (XCL), Verdun Oil Company II LLC (Verdun), and EP Energy LLC (EP) have agreed to pay a $5.6 million civil penalty.


Harris announces removal of medical debt from credit reports

Vice President Kamala Harris has announced a new rule from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) that will remove medical debt from consumer credit reports.


Justice Department files antitrust suit against six major landlords

The Justice Department, in collaboration with state co-plaintiffs, has filed an amended complaint in its antitrust lawsuit against RealPage.


Bridgeport man receives federal sentence for illegal firearm possession

Vanessa Roberts Avery, the United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, has announced that Shacquille Jackson, a 31-year-old resident of Bridgeport, has been sentenced to 70 months in federal prison. U.S. District Judge Stefan R....


CES 2025 opens in Las Vegas showcasing tech innovations

CES 2025, a major technology event hosted by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), commenced today in Las Vegas.


Judiciary Committee unveils website detailing federal weaponization probe

The House Judiciary Committee has launched a new webpage dedicated to the Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government.


Meta revamps content policies; ends fact-checking program in US

Meta is making significant changes to its content management systems, aiming to reduce errors and enhance free expression on its platforms.


Pawtucket man receives three-year sentence for child pornography possession

A Pawtucket resident, Eugenio Lopes Gomes, has been sentenced to three years in federal prison for possessing child pornography.


Former police lieutenant sentenced for excessive force and obstruction

Aaron Jason Strong, a former lieutenant with the New Castle Police Department, has been sentenced to 151 months in federal prison.


Laconia man pleads guilty to drug distribution and illegal firearm possession

A Laconia man has entered a guilty plea in federal court related to methamphetamine distribution and firearm possession as a prohibited individual, according to Attorney Jane E. Young.


U.S. sanctions leaders over genocide determination in Sudan

The United States has determined that members of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and allied militias in Sudan have committed genocide.


New Jersey man pleads guilty to $3.4 million tax evasion

A resident and business owner from Gloucester County, New Jersey, has admitted to evading more than $3.4 million in taxes.


U.S. Attorney's Office announces leadership changes and new external engagement division

United States Attorney Jane E. Young has announced several key appointments and organizational changes within the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Hampshire.


U.S.-Japan relations highlighted as Blinken meets Japanese foreign minister

Japanese Foreign Minister Iwaya Takeshi and U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met in Japan, emphasizing the strong alliance between their nations.


Hartford man sentenced for drug distribution and firearm offenses

Standford Smith, also known as "Pops," has been sentenced to 69 months in prison for narcotics distribution and firearm possession offenses.


IBM and SAP collaborate on cloud solution for ERP transformation

IBM and SAP SE have announced the forthcoming release of RISE with SAP on IBM Power Virtual Server.


Susan Collins becomes chair of powerful Senate appropriations committee

U.S. Senator Susan Collins has officially assumed the role of Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, marking a significant milestone as she becomes the first Republican woman to lead this influential committee.


Deputy Secretary Verma travels to Albania, Kosovo, Serbia for diplomatic discussions

Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard R. Verma is set to visit Albania, Kosovo, and Serbia from January 7 to 11.