News published on Federal Newswire in January 2025

News from January 2025


Seattle-area men face federal charges for drug trafficking activities

Five individuals from the Seattle area have been indicted by a grand jury for their involvement in drug trafficking activities within Seattle's homeless encampments and International District.


Falmouth bookkeeper sentenced for embezzling over $1.3 million

A Falmouth woman has been sentenced to two years in federal prison for embezzling over $1.3 million from her employer, a flooring company based in Falmouth.


Arcadia man pleads guilty to illegal firearm possession

Tampa, Florida – William Roger Clayton, a 41-year-old resident of Arcadia, has pleaded guilty to possessing a firearm as a convicted felon.


Niagara Falls man sentenced to five years for meth possession

U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross announced that Jevon Flynn, a 30-year-old resident of Niagara Falls, New York, has been sentenced to five years in prison for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine.


Connecticut man receives nine-year sentence for methamphetamine conspiracy

Joseph Lastrina, a 39-year-old resident of Norwalk, Connecticut, has been sentenced to nine years in prison for his role in a methamphetamine distribution conspiracy.


Foreign currency trading firm owner pleads guilty to $6 million Ponzi scheme

Henry Abdo, a 47-year-old from Lebanon, has admitted in federal court to conducting a Ponzi scheme exceeding $6 million through his company, Titanium Capital LLC.


Denver man found guilty of multiple robberies across city

A Denver man, Flozell Beasley, aged 72, has been found guilty by a federal jury on charges related to multiple robberies in the city.


Rock Hill woman sentenced for embezzling $3.3 million from employer

Christina Stevens Gregory, a 71-year-old resident of Rock Hill, has been sentenced to two years in federal prison for wire fraud.


FTC mandates stronger data protection measures for GoDaddy

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced a settlement with GoDaddy, requiring the web hosting company to enhance its data security measures.


Blinken discusses ceasefire efforts between Israel and Hamas

In a recent interview with Christiane Amanpour, Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken discussed the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, emphasizing the need for a ceasefire and humanitarian assistance.


Boston man pleads guilty to racketeering and drug trafficking charges

A Boston man has admitted guilt in connection with his involvement in the Cameron Street gang, known for its violent activities in the Dorchester area.


Biden proclaims January 16 as Religious Freedom Day amid rising concerns

Faith is a guiding force for many in the United States, providing purpose and unity.


Norfolk man sentenced to prison for drug trafficking and firearm offenses

A Norfolk man, Eric Joseph McGinnis, has been sentenced to 19 years in prison for drug trafficking and firearm possession.


Crypto influencer: 'The Fed can crash and Bitcoin will survive'

Simon Dixon, a crypto investor and influencer, has said that Bitcoin operates independently of the Federal Reserve and would "survive" even if the Fed collapsed.


Labor Department offers grants to aid homeless veterans

The U.S. Department of Labor has announced a $17 million grant funding opportunity aimed at assisting organizations that provide training and employment services to homeless veterans and those at risk of homelessness.


Romanian national sentenced to 25 years for drug trafficking conspiracy

A Romanian national, Marius Lazar, has been sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for his involvement in a racketeering and drug trafficking conspiracy.


Fruitland woman sentenced for violent assault involving stabbing

A Fruitland woman has been sentenced to 33 months in prison following a violent assault that occurred in February 2023.


Center for Democracy & Technology addresses digital age election challenges

The Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) has made a submission to the United Nations Special Rapporteur for Freedom of Opinion and Expression.


Taunton man sentenced for selling counterfeit methamphetamine pills

A Taunton man, Shavon Gurley, also known as "Soo Soo," has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for selling counterfeit pills containing methamphetamine.


Mobile man receives 96-month sentence for illegal firearm possession

Ladarius Cannon, a resident of Mobile, Alabama, has been sentenced to 96 months in federal prison for illegal firearm possession as a convicted felon.