News published on Federal Newswire in June 2025

News from June 2025


Hooksett man sentenced for meth distribution under federal operation

A Hooksett man has been sentenced to 90 months in federal prison for distributing methamphetamine, according to Acting U.S. Attorney Jay McCormack.


FTC partners with libraries to host scam awareness office hours

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is collaborating with libraries nationwide to provide free resources aimed at helping individuals identify, avoid, and report scams.


Senate committee plans hearing on modernizing U.S. rail network

U.S. Senator Todd Young, Chairman of the Senate Commerce Committee’s Subcommittee on Surface Transportation, Freight, Pipelines, and Safety, has announced a subcommittee hearing scheduled for June 18, 2025.


Federal jury convicts man for trafficking rifles in Chicago

A federal jury in Chicago has found Cedric Curtis guilty of trafficking firearms, including six rifles and a handgun.


Crow Agency resident pleads guilty to making false statements

A woman from Crow Agency has admitted to making false statements to federal law enforcement, according to U.S. Attorney Kurt Alme.


Two men charged with assaulting federal agent amid meth trafficking probe

Andres Saucedo, Jr., a resident of Dallas, was arrested on June 4, 2025, following charges of shooting at an undercover FBI Task Force Officer.


Orem man sentenced for child sexual abuse material offenses

Austin Matthew Otto, a 25-year-old resident of Orem, Utah, has been sentenced to eight years in prison followed by a lifetime of supervised release.


Senate committee reviews nominee for CFTC chairmanship

U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Chairman John Boozman held a hearing to consider the nomination of Brian Quintenz as Chairman and Commissioner of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).


Federal jury convicts man for posing as flight attendant to obtain free flights

A federal jury has found Tiron Alexander guilty of wire fraud and entering a secure area of an airport under false pretenses.


U.S. Attorney's Office co-hosts walk ahead of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

The U.S. Attorney's Office is collaborating with Age-Friendly Mecklenburg and AARP-Charlotte to host the 3rd Annual Walk for Awareness in Charlotte, North Carolina.


Chicago doctor sentenced for healthcare fraud involving false insurance claims

A physician from suburban Chicago has been sentenced to ten years in federal prison for committing health care fraud.


Evoke Wellness settles with FTC over deceptive advertising claims

The operators of a Florida-based substance use disorder treatment clinic have agreed to pay $1.9 million to settle allegations from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) that they used deceptive advertising practices.


Clarity Act's bipartisan support highlights focus on U.S. competitiveness

Market structure legislation is a complex yet crucial component for the future of America's digital assets.


Ghanaian citizen charged with extortion in New York

U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced the arrest of Cross Abu Cole, a 21-year-old citizen of Ghana, on charges of interstate communications with intent to extort.


Havre man receives 14-year sentence for drug-related offenses

A Havre man has been sentenced to 14 years in prison on drug charges, according to U.S. Attorney Kurt Alme.


House passes bill banning non-citizen voting in Washington, D.C

House Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer and Representative August Pfluger have expressed approval following the U.S. House of Representatives' passage of H.R. 884.


Lowell man pleads guilty in major meth trafficking conspiracy

A Lowell resident, Scott Fournier, has entered a guilty plea in connection with distributing counterfeit methamphetamine pills, including to an Asian Boyz gang member.


U.S. Attorney warns against senior-targeted scams during Elder Abuse Awareness Month

Acting U.S. Attorney Carol M. Skutnik has highlighted the issue of scams targeting senior citizens as part of Elder Abuse Awareness Month in June.


Newton man admits guilt in federal firearm possession case

A Newton resident has admitted guilt in a federal firearm offense, as announced by the U.S. Attorney's Office on June 10, 2025.


Commercial real estate broker admits guilt in IRS obstruction case

A San Gabriel Valley commercial real estate broker has admitted to obstructing the IRS in a long-term effort to avoid paying taxes, according to an announcement by the Justice Department.