News published on Federal Newswire in March 2025

News from March 2025


Former Culpeper sheriff receives 10-year sentence for bribery

A former sheriff of Culpeper County, Virginia, has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for accepting over $75,000 in bribes.


SeaWorld cited after trainer injury involving killer whale

In September 2024, a trainer at SeaWorld's Orlando theme park was injured during a training session with a killer whale.


U.S. Department of Labor seeks applications for HIRE Vets Medallion Award

The U.S. Department of Labor is currently accepting applications for the 2025 HIRE Vets Medallion Award, with a submission deadline set for April 30, 2025.


Court orders restitution for victims of online romance scam

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has announced that the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona has issued a default judgment against Debiex, a digital asset platform accused of fraud.


CFTC launches 2025 leadership series with focus on technology

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) launched its 2025 Leadership Speaker Series with Acting Chairman Caroline D. Pham addressing participants in the inaugural session.


Commissioner Mersinger to speak at DC Blockchain Summit panel

Commissioner Summer K. Mersinger is set to participate in a panel discussion at the Digital Chamber’s DC Blockchain Summit.


Trump administration arrests 68 Tren De Aragua gang members in one week

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) have announced the arrest of 68 members of the Tren De Aragua gang within a week.


CBP launches app allowing travelers early access to provisional I-94

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has introduced a new mobile application, CBP Home, designed to simplify the process of obtaining a provisional I-94 for travelers entering the United States through land border crossings.


CBP seizes over 1,300 pounds of methamphetamine at Calexico Cargo Facility

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Calexico Cargo Facility recently seized over 1,300 pounds of methamphetamine in two separate incidents.


Air & Marine Operations rescues two dehydrated hikers in Arizona desert

Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a part of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, successfully conducted a rescue operation in the Tucson Mountains on Thursday.


CBP intercepts $472K worth of cocaine at Eagle Pass Port

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Eagle Pass Port of Entry have seized cocaine valued at over $472,000.


Border patrol reports three deaths amid dangerous border crossings

Three individuals suspected of illegally crossing the U.S.-Mexico border were found dead on March 14, according to the U.S. Border Patrol, San Diego Sector.


Navy veteran finds career success through SkillBridge program at U.S. Customs

U.S. Navy veteran Jomaica De Villa's journey to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) began with a chance meeting a decade ago.


Border Patrol intercepts major drug shipments in San Diego

U.S. Border Patrol agents in the San Diego Sector have successfully intercepted two drug smuggling attempts within a 24-hour period, seizing over 139 pounds of narcotics valued at more than $784,000.


Man detained at Progreso Port of Entry for drug charge and alleged threats

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Progreso Port of Entry have detained a traveler who was wanted on an outstanding felony warrant for possession of a controlled substance.


Cocaine worth $3.6M seized by CBP at Roma Port

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Roma Port of Entry have seized cocaine valued at over $3.6 million in a recent enforcement action.


CBP arrests Ukrainian man at Buffalo border for Florida attempted murder charge

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Port of Buffalo have arrested a Ukrainian citizen wanted for attempted murder in Florida.


Indianapolis CBP intercepts counterfeit Botox shipments worth $8,500

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at an express consignment facility in Indianapolis have intercepted four packages containing counterfeit Botox vials.


Anchorage man receives lengthy sentence for producing child pornography

An Anchorage man has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for producing child pornography involving a minor.


Norteño gang member Hector Aguirre sentenced to 7 years in prison for firearm and drug offenses

Hector Aguirre, a 28-year-old resident of Caldwell, has been sentenced to seven years in federal prison.