News published on Federal Newswire in January 2025

News from January 2025


Alabama man pleads guilty in Nigerian sextortion-related money laundering case

Dinsmore Guyton Robinson, a 29-year-old from Huntsville, Alabama, has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit money laundering in connection with a Nigerian sextortion scheme.


Bradford County man sentenced for transporting minor for illicit purposes

A Bradford County man has been sentenced to 150 months in prison for transporting a minor with the intent of engaging in illicit sexual conduct.


Orange County man sentenced for distributing drugs on dark web

Kyle Weiland, an Orange County resident, has been sentenced to 75 months in prison for distributing methamphetamine and selling illegal pills on the dark web.


Cedar Rapids man sentenced to over twenty years for firearm-related offenses

A man from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Levi Allen Doolin, has been sentenced to 260 months in federal prison.


Satellite transition affects AFN customers in Pacific region

An upcoming satellite transition will affect some AFN TV programming package users in the Pacific region.


Rubio discusses Venezuelan politics with González Urrutia and Machado

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a conversation with Edmundo González Urrutia, recognized as Venezuela's rightful president, and opposition leader María Corina Machado.


Arizona couple indicted for fraud related to medical clinic operations

United States Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero has announced the unsealing of an indictment against Mary Blakley and Fred Blakley, residents of Lake Havasu City, Arizona.


Florida man receives life sentence for sex trafficking charges

Shannima Yuantrell Session, also known as Shalamar, from Lake Placid, Florida, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for sex trafficking nearly a dozen women and girls.


Republicans face challenges over expiring 2017 tax cuts

Policymakers in the new Republican-controlled Congress are facing challenges regarding tax cuts.


Rubio discusses U.S.-Israel relations with Netanyahu amid regional tensions

Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently held a conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.


Microsoft launches $5M AI grant program in Washington

Microsoft has announced the launch of its AI for Good Open Call, a $5 million grant program aimed at fostering innovative solutions in Washington state.


Rubio outlines new priorities for state department under second Trump administration

Marco Rubio, the 72nd Secretary of State, outlined the priorities and mission for the Department of State under President Trump's second administration.


Tilton veterinarian hospital settles allegations over controlled substances act violations

The Tilton Veterinarian Hospital and its owner, Dr. Sara Laroux, have agreed to pay $53,500 to the United States to settle allegations of violating the Controlled Substances Act (CSA).


Three sentenced for roles in South Dakota counterfeit money operation

United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell has announced the sentencing of three South Dakota men involved in a counterfeit currency scheme. U.S. District Court Judge Eric C. Schulte delivered the sentences on January 13, 2025.


Former corrections officer sentenced for supplying firearm to felon

Brian Mills, a former corrections officer from Dannemora, New York, has been sentenced to 21 months in prison for providing a firearm to a felon.


Seven charged in major employee retention credit fraud scheme

Earlier today, a federal court in Central Islip unsealed an indictment charging seven individuals with conspiracy to defraud the United States, wire fraud, and aiding and assisting the preparation of false tax returns.


Washington man admits to extortion using fake escort profiles

A Washington man has admitted to extorting clients through fake online escort profiles, according to a recent court announcement.


Missouri man pleads guilty to transporting minor for sex

A Missouri man has confessed to transporting a minor across state lines for sexual purposes.


FTC chairman ends diversity initiatives aligning with new executive orders

Federal Trade Commission Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson announced the termination of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives at the agency.


Rubio discusses strategic partnership with Indonesian Foreign Minister

Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a conversation with Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono, highlighting the significance of the relationship between the United States and Indonesia.