News published on Federal Newswire in January 2025

News from January 2025


Auto theft ring members receive sentences for stealing high-end cars

Four individuals involved in a large-scale auto theft ring were sentenced in federal court for their roles in stealing over 100 high-end vehicles across the United States.


Former CIA analyst admits guilt in leaking top secret defense information

A former CIA analyst has admitted guilt in a case involving the unauthorized sharing of Top Secret National Defense Information.


New Jersey men convicted for roles in Stephen Crane Village drug operation

Two New Jersey men have been found guilty for their involvement in a drug trafficking organization operating out of Stephen Crane Village, Newark.


Commerce partners with Natcast for semiconductor tech center operations

The U.S. Department of Commerce has finalized a long-term partnership with Natcast to operate the National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC).


U.S. attorney Jessica D. Aber resigns after more than three years

Jessica D. Aber has announced her resignation as United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, effective January 20, 2025, at 11:59 pm.


Texas woman sentenced over illegal distribution of unapproved animal drugs

Nicole Randall, a 37-year-old resident of Cedar Park, Texas, has been sentenced to one year of probation after pleading guilty to introducing an adulterated drug into interstate commerce.


Cryptocurrency businessman and LASD deputy plead guilty in corruption case

A cryptocurrency businessman known as "The Godfather" and a Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department deputy have agreed to plead guilty to federal charges.


Department orders reinstatement of fired railroad worker over safety concern

The U.S. Department of Labor has mandated that a tourist railroad operator in Ronks, Pennsylvania, along with a former company official, reinstate an employee who was dismissed after raising safety concerns.


Pharmacist pleads guilty in $110 million prescription referral kickback scheme

A pharmacist from McAllen, Texas, has admitted guilt in a conspiracy involving kickbacks for prescription referrals.


New Orleans man receives maximum sentence for firearm possession

A New Orleans man, Maurice Florant, was sentenced to 180 months in prison for a firearm offense. U.S. District Judge Carl J. Barbier delivered the maximum statutory sentence after Florant pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm,...


Labor Department recovers $319K for misclassified Louisiana landscapers

The U.S. Department of Labor has successfully recovered $319,065 in back wages for 49 workers who were employed by a landscaping company in New Orleans.


Settlement aims to reduce emissions at HF Sinclair's New Mexico refinery

HF Sinclair Navajo Refining LLC has reached a proposed settlement with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Department of Justice, and the New Mexico Environment Department.


FTC establishes Office of Technology to address tech-related challenges

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has been actively working to strengthen its capabilities in addressing the challenges posed by technology.


EPA initiates early cleanup action at East Branch of Newtown Creek

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized a plan to address contamination in the East Branch of Newtown Creek, part of the Newtown Creek Superfund Site located in Brooklyn and Queens, New York City.


Jury convicts man for role in $700K casino heist involving false identity

A federal jury has found Jesus Gaytan-Garcia, a 45-year-old resident of Chicago, guilty of interstate transportation of stolen money and theft from an Indian tribal organization.


Department of Labor recovers $446K from Louisiana home care providers

The U.S. Department of Labor has successfully recovered $446,334 in back wages and liquidated damages from two home care companies in northwest Louisiana.


Brookline man charged with producing child pornography involving minors

A Brookline, Massachusetts man was taken into custody and charged with producing child pornography.


Dominican man receives 13-year sentence for role in drug trafficking operation

A Dominican national has been sentenced in a Boston federal court for his involvement in a significant drug trafficking operation.


Commerce transforms under Raimondo with $90B investment focusing on security, innovation

During her tenure as Commerce Secretary, Gina Raimondo oversaw more than $90 billion invested in targeted programs to safeguard U.S. national security, spur innovation, stimulate job creation in good-paying careers, and bolster U.S. competitiveness.


Former FirstEnergy executives indicted for racketeering conspiracy involving bribery

Two former executives of FirstEnergy Corp., Charles E. Jones and Michael Dowling, have been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges related to a racketeering conspiracy involving over $60 million in bribery schemes.