News published on Federal Newswire in January 2025

News from January 2025


Executive order reinforces binary definition of sex in federal policy

The White House has issued a new executive order aimed at reinforcing the recognition of biological sex within federal policy.


Chinese national sentenced for fraud and drug-related charges in New Orleans

U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans has announced the sentencing of Shi Gang Zheng, a 55-year-old Chinese national residing in New Orleans.


Man sentenced for defrauding investors in sports betting scheme

U.S. District Judge Matthew T. Schelp sentenced Elijah A. Goshert to 48 months in prison for defrauding investors of $650,000 in a sports betting fund named the "Magellan Sports Fund."


Rubio meets Japanese foreign minister to discuss regional security

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with Japanese Foreign Minister Iwaya Takeshi in Washington.


Trump signs executive order on housing affordability amid supply crisis

The National Association of REALTORS (NAR) has expressed approval for President Trump's recent executive order aimed at addressing the housing affordability and supply crisis.


Canadian pleads guilty to unlawful entry into US with controlled substances

A Canadian citizen has admitted guilt in a U.S. District Court in Bangor for illegally entering the United States from Canada and importing a controlled substance.


Rubio meets Jaishankar to discuss U.S.-India partnership

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar in Washington, D.C., on January 21, 2025.


DHS announces new directives impacting immigration enforcement

Yesterday, Acting Department of Homeland Security Secretary Benjamine Huffman announced two new directives.


Ecuadorian man sentenced for distributing misbranded drugs in US without license

United States Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero has announced the sentencing of Mauricio Sarmiento, a 35-year-old Ecuadorian national, for introducing misbranded prescription drugs into interstate commerce without a license.


FAA ordered to return to merit-based hiring amid discrimination concerns

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), a part of the U.S. Department of Transportation, is responsible for overseeing the safety of over 45,000 flights and 2.9 million airline passengers daily.


National Weather Service issues tips for staying safe during extreme cold

Extreme cold weather poses significant risks, including traffic accidents caused by winter storms.


Montgomery County man pleads guilty to drug and gun offenses

Joseph Mitchell, a 38-year-old resident of Nelliston, New York, has pled guilty to charges of conspiring to distribute methamphetamine and possessing a firearm as a felon.


Fort Myers man sentenced for illegal firearm possession

U.S. District Judge Sheri Polster Chappell has sentenced Stephon Jamal Dale, a 38-year-old resident of Fort Myers, to two years in federal prison.


AIA welcomes Marco Rubio's confirmation as Secretary of State

Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) President and CEO Eric Fanning extended his congratulations to Secretary Marco Rubio on his confirmation as the head of the State Department.


Inmate receives additional prison time for possessing weapon at FCI McDowell

Savion Garcia, an inmate at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) McDowell, has been sentenced to one year in prison for possessing a weapon while incarcerated.


Broward County man sentenced for COVID-19 testing reimbursement fraud

Willie F. Murray, Jr., a 55-year-old resident of West Park, has been sentenced to five years and one month in federal prison by U.S. District Judge Mary S. Scriven.


Labelle man sentenced to 19 years for meth trafficking and firearms offenses

United States District Judge Sheri P. Chappell has sentenced Joshua Leon Tyree, a 39-year-old resident of Labelle, Florida, to 19 years in federal prison.


New officials take office at Department Of Defence

The Department of Defense has announced the swearing-in of several new officials at the Pentagon on January 20, 2025.


Sioux City man pleads guilty to firearm and drug charges

A Sioux City man has admitted to charges related to illegal possession of firearms and methamphetamine.


WhatsApp integration option announced for Meta's Accounts Center

Since its introduction in 2020, Accounts Center has been a tool for users to manage their experiences across Facebook, Instagram, and Meta Quest.