News published on Federal Newswire in March 2025

News from March 2025


Chautauqua County resident sentenced to ten years for meth distribution

A man from Chautauqua County has been sentenced to 10 years in prison on methamphetamine charges, according to a recent announcement by U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo.


Albany man arrested for firearm possession as convicted felon

Christopher Wright, a 37-year-old resident of Albany, was apprehended and charged with possession of firearms as a felon.


Newburyport man admits guilt in home repair insurance fraud scheme

A Newburyport resident has admitted guilt in a scheme to defraud a home repair insurance provider.


Jamestown man sentenced for role in drug distribution conspiracy

A Jamestown man has been sentenced to 37 months in prison for his involvement in a drug conspiracy, according to U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo.


Charlotte man sentenced for illegal firearm possession

Trevaris Devar Kennedy, a 21-year-old resident of Charlotte, has been sentenced to 46 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release.


Former CEO of Kubient sentenced for accounting fraud scheme

Paul Roberts, the founder and former CEO of Kubient, Inc., has been sentenced to one year and one day in prison for securities fraud.


Columbus lawyer admits lying to FBI in trafficking probe

A former lawyer from Columbus, Ohio, Dennis W. McNamara, has entered a guilty plea in federal court for making false statements to the FBI.


National Restaurant Association honors Ted Fowler with 2025 Legends Award

The National Restaurant Association has announced Ted Fowler as the recipient of its 2025 Legends Award.


Eastern European crime leaders convicted in plot against U.S.-based journalist

Two Eastern European organized crime leaders have been found guilty of a murder-for-hire plot targeting a U.S.-based journalist, Masih Alinejad, on behalf of the Iranian government.


President issues memo on federal workforce suitability

The President has issued a memorandum to strengthen the suitability and fitness of the federal workforce.


Charleston man sentenced for failing to comply with federal sex offender law

Casey Thomas Judd, a 37-year-old resident of Charleston, West Virginia, has been sentenced to two months in prison.


New Orleans man indicted for illegal firearm possession

Haven Patterson, a 42-year-old resident of New Orleans, was indicted on March 13, 2025, for being a felon in possession of firearms.


Federal grand jury indicts individuals on various criminal charges

United States Attorney Clint Johnson has announced the March Federal Grand Jury 2024-B indictments, detailing charges against multiple individuals for alleged violations of U.S. law.


Maryland men charged with murder linked to MS-13 gang activities

A federal grand jury has indicted two men from Annapolis, Maryland, on charges of murder in aid of racketeering.


Utah business owner charged with $5 million Ponzi scheme

A Belgium national and Utah business owner has been charged with operating a $5 million Ponzi scheme.


Repeat offender indicted for alleged ammunition possession while on probation

A federal indictment has been filed against Charles Washington, Jr., a 33-year-old resident of Washington, D.C. He is charged with being a convicted felon in possession of ammunition.


Trump orders closure of Department of Education

The President of the United States has issued an executive order aimed at reshaping the educational landscape by empowering parents, states, and communities.


New Jersey pain clinic admits guilt in healthcare fraud case

A pain clinic in New Jersey has admitted to overbilling insurance companies for services, according to U.S. Attorney John Giordano.


New Orleans man sentenced for drug distribution conspiracy

A New Orleans man, Terence Wilson, aged 43, has been sentenced to 240 months in prison for his involvement in drug distribution and firearms possession.


Rapids Theatre owner admits guilt in COVID relief fund fraud exceeding $1.8 million

John L. Hutchins, a 71-year-old resident of Lewiston, New York, has admitted to his involvement in a scheme to defraud COVID-19 relief programs out of more than $1.8 million.