News published on Federal Newswire in January 2025

News from January 2025


US imposes new sanctions on over 200 Russian energy entities

The United States has announced sanctions on over 200 entities and individuals connected to Russia's energy sector, along with identifying more than 180 vessels as blocked property.


Arkansas man sentenced for assaulting officers during Jan. 6 Capitol breach

An Arkansas resident has been sentenced to prison for his involvement in the January 6, 2021, breach of the U.S. Capitol.


Owner sentenced for defrauding clients through wire fraud scheme

Acting United States Attorney Alexander C. Van Hook announced that Jerry O. Pearson, aged 62 from Alexandria, Louisiana, has been sentenced to federal prison for wire fraud.


HUD announces aid measures following California wildfires

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced federal disaster assistance for California following the recent wildfires and straight-line winds that began on January 7, 2025.


Pitt County man sentenced after gun incident with state trooper

A Pitt County man, Kenneth Charles Kinard, has been sentenced to 107 months in prison and three years of supervised release for possessing a firearm as a convicted felon.


APA supports SAMHSA's expanded access to addiction treatment

The American Psychological Association (APA) has expressed approval for the recent actions taken by the Substance Use and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to enhance support for individuals dealing with substance use disorders.


Florida man sentenced for COVID-19 relief fund fraud

Fredrick Mendez, a 45-year-old resident of Boca Raton, Florida, has been sentenced to 41 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release.


Treasury releases policy brief on trends in small business financing

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has issued a policy brief titled "Financing Small Business: Landscape and Recommendations."


U.S.-Taiwan talks focus on expanding participation in international organizations

On January 8, 2025, representatives from the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States (TECRO) met with officials from the U.S. Department of State and the Taiwan Ministry of...


Florida couple sentenced for wire fraud conspiracy

Acting United States Attorney Matthew R. Molsen has announced the sentencing of Jaiveer Tyee and Xanthe Tabbs, both residents of Coral Gables, Florida, for conspiracy to commit wire fraud.


US economy adds 256,000 jobs in December, says Acting Labor Secretary

Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su commented on the December 2024 Employment Situation report, highlighting significant job growth and economic resilience.


Federally licensed dealer pleads guilty in Florida gun trafficking case

United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg has announced that Matthew L. Stephen Easton, a federally licensed firearms dealer from Melrose, Florida, has pleaded guilty to firearms trafficking.


Apple Arcade announces new games including PGA TOUR Pro Golf

Apple Arcade has announced a series of new games and updates to its platform as it enters 2025.


Roanoke man charged with robbing banks appears in federal court

A Roanoke man appeared in federal court following his indictment on charges related to bank robberies.


Department of Labor announces no new pattern of violation cases in recent review

The U.S. Department of Labor has released the results of the Mine Safety and Health Administration's (MSHA) second Pattern of Violations (POV) screening for 2024.


DHS extends Temporary Protected Status for Venezuelans due to ongoing crisis

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced an 18-month extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelan nationals.


G7 condemns lack of legitimacy in Venezuela's presidential inauguration

The G7 foreign ministers and the High Representative of the European Union have issued a statement denouncing the lack of democratic legitimacy in the recent inauguration of Nicolas Maduro as president of Venezuela.


IRS announces $6 billion tax credit allocations for advanced energy projects

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced the allocation of $6 billion in tax credits for the second round of the Inflation Reduction Act’s § 48C Qualifying Advanced Energy Project Tax Credit.


Hightimes chairman pleads guilty in securities promotion conspiracy

The founder and chairman of Hightimes Holding Corp., Adam Levin, has agreed to plead guilty to charges related to a criminal conspiracy involving undisclosed payments.


US-ROK Nuclear Consultative Group focuses on DPRK threat

The Nuclear Consultative Group (NCG) between the United States and the Republic of Korea (ROK) continues to play a significant role in strengthening extended deterrence on the Korean Peninsula.