News published on Federal Newswire in March 2025

News from March 2025


Missoula woman receives sentence for drug trafficking involving methamphetamine and fentanyl

A Missoula woman, Emily Svoboda, has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for trafficking methamphetamine and fentanyl.


Herb Chambers settles allegations over PPP loan misuse for $11.8 million

Herbert G. Chambers, a well-known figure in the automotive industry, along with several companies he owns and James Duchesneau, one of the company's officers, agreed to a settlement of approximately $11.8 million.


Miami men receive life sentences for kidnapping resulting in death

Three individuals have been sentenced to federal prison in Miami for their involvement in a conspiracy that led to kidnapping and death.


Richland County man sentenced for drug smuggling conspiracy

Jocobia Dozier-Eaddy, a 37-year-old resident of Columbia, South Carolina, has been sentenced to over three years in federal prison for his involvement in a drug smuggling conspiracy.


Former nurse sentenced to five years for medication tampering

A former nurse from Lexington, Kentucky, Abigail Hall, has been sentenced to 60 months in prison for tampering with a consumer product. U.S. District Judge Gregory Van Tatenhove handed down the sentence on Monday.


Versailles man receives lengthy sentence for child pornography production

A Versailles, Kentucky man, Austin David Stafford, has been sentenced to 540 months in prison for the production of child pornography.


NFIB urges Congress to make 20% Small Business Tax Deduction permanent

NFIB President Brad Close recently appeared on The Lars Larson National Radio Show to discuss the importance of making the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction permanent.


United States and Ukraine hold technical talks on Black Sea issues

The United States and Ukraine held technical-level talks from March 23 to 25 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.


Bakersfield man sentenced for burglarizing Kern County post office

Shawn Van Dixon, a 39-year-old resident of Bakersfield, has been sentenced to two years in prison for burglarizing a U.S. Post Office in Caliente.


Trump shares posts honoring Medal of Honor Day on Truth Social

Former President Donald J. Trump posted messages on March 25, 2025, through his Truth Social account highlighting tributes from U.S. Central Command and the Department of Veterans Affairs in commemoration of National Medal of Honor Day


Detroit woman receives additional prison time for failing to surrender

Tamara Smith, a 39-year-old resident of Detroit, has been sentenced to an additional 18 months in prison for failing to surrender to the United States Marshal as required by the court.


Former detective sentenced to ten years for coercion/enticement of a minor

Shannon T. Hanson, Acting U.S. Attorney for the District of Delaware, announced that Michael Kealty has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for coercing and enticing a minor into sexual activity.


Fayette County woman indicted on multiple charges of identity theft and money laundering

A Fayette County woman has been indicted by a southern Illinois grand jury on charges related to identity theft and money laundering.


Bridgeport man admits guilt in drug distribution and firearm charges

Marc H. Silverman, Acting United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, announced that Eric Herman, a 32-year-old resident of Bridgeport, has pleaded guilty to drug distribution and firearm possession charges.


Court sentences five men under Project Safe Neighborhoods initiative

The Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN) initiative continues its efforts to curb violent crime and gun violence through strategic enforcement priorities.


Hartford man faces federal indictment for narcotics trafficking offenses

A federal grand jury in Hartford has indicted Jose Baret, 33, of Hartford, on three counts related to narcotics trafficking.


Trump's recent posts highlight continued activity on Truth Social

Former President Donald J. Trump's recent posts on Truth Social continue to draw attention with their assertive tone and minimal commentary.


Johnston man sentenced for leading fraud conspiracy involving luxury cars

A Johnston man has been sentenced to two-and-a-half years in federal prison for leading a conspiracy that involved using stolen personal information to secure financing for purchasing Land Rovers from dealerships in Rhode Island and New Hampshire.


FTC announces workshop addressing big tech's impact on children

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced an upcoming workshop titled "The Attention Economy: How Big Tech Firms Exploit Children and Hurt Families."


Rapid City man sentenced for larceny after stealing vehicle

A Rapid City man has been sentenced for larceny, according to an announcement by United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell.