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News from January 2025


Lawmakers call for probe into alleged misuse of PEPFAR funds

House Appropriations Committee Chairman Tom Cole, along with Vice Chair Mario Diaz-Balart and Subcommittee Chairman Robert Aderholt, have expressed concern over the alleged misuse of taxpayer dollars within the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS...


Blinken discusses Gaza ceasefire with UAE foreign minister

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken engaged in a conversation with UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, as reported by Spokesperson Matthew Miller.


EPA finds no health risks from Moss Landing battery fire

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has reported that air monitoring data near the Vistra Energy Battery Power Plant in Monterey Bay, California, does not indicate any public health risk.


US pledges $117 million for Lebanese security amid ceasefire efforts

The United States Department of State held a virtual meeting on January 16 with international partners and allies to discuss security assistance for Lebanon.


Blinken discusses global issues with UK Foreign Secretary Lammy

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken engaged in a conversation with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy, according to Spokesperson Matthew Miller.


Utica man sentenced to eight years for drug and money laundering charges

Willie Alvarado, Jr., a 34-year-old resident of Utica, New York, received an eight-year federal prison sentence for attempted possession with intent to distribute over 500 grams of cocaine and money laundering.


Atlanta man sentenced for defrauding pandemic relief programs

Boeroepae Jordan has been sentenced to a new prison term for defrauding the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program of over $323,000.


New York man pleads guilty to bank fraud involving fake passports

A New York resident, Jean Andre Bontiffe, has admitted guilt in a Boston federal court for using fake United States passport cards to access bank accounts belonging to three Massachusetts residents.


Marion man sentenced for illegal firearm possession

A Marion, Iowa man has been sentenced to over two years in federal prison for possessing firearms as a felon.


Biden reaffirms support for Equal Rights Amendment as part of U.S. Constitution

President Joe Biden reiterated his longstanding support for the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA), emphasizing its significance in ensuring equality.


Markenzy Lapointe reflects on achievements as U.S. Attorney for Southern District of Florida

Markenzy Lapointe, the outgoing United States Attorney for the Southern District of Florida, reflected on his tenure and achievements as he steps down from his position.


EPA fines Stericycle $9.5M over hazardous waste violations

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) have announced a settlement with Stericycle, Inc. for violations related to hazardous waste management.


Biden-Harris administration allocates $3.6 billion for national homelessness assistance

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the allocation of nearly $3.6 billion in Continuum of Care (CoC) program awards.


U.S. imposes sanctions on Chinese-linked cyber actors for hacking

The United States has announced sanctions against Yin Kecheng and Sichuan Juxinhe Network Technology Co., LTD. (Sichuan Juxinhe), identified as cyber actors linked to the People's Republic of China (PRC).


Pittsburgh man sentenced for failing sex offender registration

A former Pittsburgh resident, Terry Bonner, has been sentenced to 36 months in federal prison for failing to comply with sex offender registration laws.


Tampa man convicted for trafficking minors; faces up to life imprisonment

A federal jury in Tampa, Florida, has convicted Dontae Dajuan Burton of two counts of sex trafficking minors and one count of producing child sex abuse material.


Fort Towson man receives life sentence for murder in Indian Country

Thomas Raymond Phillips, III, a 36-year-old resident of Fort Towson, Oklahoma, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for First Degree Murder in Indian Country.


Podcast explores implications of algorithmic resignation with expert insight

In a recent episode of CDT's Tech Talks podcast, hosted by Jamal Magby, the intriguing topic of algorithmic resignation was discussed.


CBP finds liquid meth hidden in SUV gas tank at Calexico port

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Calexico East Port of Entry discovered liquid methamphetamine concealed in a vehicle's gas tank.


Perris man receives prison sentence for drug trafficking and illegal firearm possession

A Riverside County man, Alvaro Hector Martinez, 33, has been sentenced to 12 years in federal prison.