News published on Federal Newswire in March 2025

The Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) has expressed opposition to a proposed bill in Georgia, known as HB 566.

Court halts alleged phantom debt collection operation after FTC lawsuit

A federal court has issued a temporary halt to a phantom debt collection scheme and frozen its assets following a lawsuit by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).

San Diego man sentenced for drug distribution conspiracy

Rodolfo Benjamin Silva, known as the "King of Coke," was sentenced to 17.5 years in federal prison for his role in distributing large quantities of cocaine, methamphetamine, and fentanyl in the United States.

Former Hapeville officer charged with excessive force against detainee

Shevoy Brown, a former officer with the Hapeville Police Department in Georgia, faces charges of excessive force for allegedly tasing a handcuffed detainee multiple times.

South Texan sentenced for smuggling people into US

A South Texas man has been sentenced to federal prison for smuggling dozens of people into the United States on two occasions, according to U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei.

Border Patrol seizes nearly 50 pounds of cocaine on California highway

U.S. Border Patrol agents intercepted a significant quantity of cocaine on Interstate 5 near Camp Pendleton last Thursday.

Pinellas County man found guilty of brandishing firearm during robbery

A federal jury in Tampa, Florida, has found Jhakheem Smith guilty of brandishing a firearm during a violent crime.

Charlotte woman sentenced for $1.5M disaster relief loan fraud

Jeannetta Blackmon, also known as Jeannetta Regan, has been sentenced to 30 months in prison followed by two years of supervised release for her involvement in a fraudulent scheme.

Key member sentenced for role in Puget Sound region drug distribution ring

A key figure in a drug distribution network linked to Aryan prison gangs has been sentenced to 14 years in prison.

CTA warns new tariffs may fuel inflation and hurt U.S. economy

Gary Shapiro, CEO and Vice Chair of the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), has voiced concerns over the potential economic impact of new tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China.

President emphasizes literacy on National Read Across America Day

Books have long been a cornerstone of personal and societal development, according to the President and First Lady's message on National Read Across America Day, 2025.

Executive order amended to address illicit drug flow across northern border

An amendment has been made to Executive Order 14193, originally issued on February 1, 2025, which addresses the flow of illicit drugs across the northern border.

White House amends executive order on duties at southern border

The White House has announced an amendment to Executive Order 14194, originally issued on February 1, 2025, and previously amended by Executive Order 14198 on February 3, 2025.

Trump administration moves to dismantle key environmental regulation

Regulations issued by the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) are being rescinded following a Trump Executive Order.

White House declares English as official language of United States

The White House has issued an order designating English as the official language of the United States.

White House orders increase in domestic timber production

The White House has issued a directive aimed at increasing domestic timber production to bolster national and economic security.

Lawsuit challenges Trump's order transferring immigrants to Guantánamo

Immigrants' rights groups have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, seeking to stop the transfer of immigrants from the United States to Guantánamo Bay.

U.S. investigates national security risks from timber imports

The United States government has announced a new initiative to investigate the potential national security threats posed by imports of timber, lumber, and their derivative products.

Justice Department supports synagogue access after Pico-Robertson incident

The Department of Justice has taken legal action to support access to places of worship, following an incident at the Adas Torah Synagogue in Los Angeles.

Department of Defense deploys Stryker Brigade to secure southern border