News published on Federal Newswire in March 2025

News from March 2025


U.S. Attorney launches strike force targeting transnational criminal organizations

The U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of New York, John J. Durham, has announced the formation of a new initiative aimed at tackling transnational criminal organizations (TCOs).


National Restaurant Association comments on new labor legislation

The National Restaurant Association has issued a statement regarding the introduction of the Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act.


McAllen man sentenced for enticing minor using communication app

A McAllen man has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for coercion and enticement of a minor, according to U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei.


Guatemalan man indicted for illegal re-entry into U.S., faces up to two years

A Guatemalan citizen has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Pittsburgh for illegal re-entry into the United States.


A federal grand jury in Salt Lake City has indicted a Mexican national on drug trafficking charges following the seizure of fentanyl and heroin from his vehicle.


A federal grand jury has indicted Jason Goodsell, 39, formerly of Wellsville, NY, on charges related to the production and distribution of child pornography.


Checotah man convicted for illegal firearm possession by federal jury

A Checotah resident, Douglas Ray Lollis, Jr., was convicted by a federal jury for illegal firearm possession.


Correctional officer at Thomson Prison indicted for alleged sexual acts with inmates

A federal grand jury in Rockford has indicted a correctional officer from the Federal Correctional Institution in Thomson, Illinois.


AMA calls for urgent vaccinations amid rising measles cases

In light of increasing measles outbreaks, the American Medical Association (AMA) is urging the public to get vaccinated.


Clairton man sentenced for escape from reentry center

A Clairton resident has been sentenced in federal court for escaping from a residential reentry center.


Repeat gun offender sentenced for shooting at fast-food restaurant

Traquon Demonte McCalip, a 21-year-old resident of Washington D.C., has been sentenced to 114 months in federal prison.


CISA faces deadline on election security review amid concerns over potential cuts

On February 14th, Bridget Bean, acting Executive Director of the Cyber and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), announced a pause on all election security work pending an internal review.


Maryland man pleads guilty to filing false tax returns

Charles Anthony Keemer, a 64-year-old resident of Upper Marlboro, Maryland, has admitted to aiding and assisting in the preparation and filing of false tax returns.


Richard Pearson, a resident of Jamestown, New York, has pleaded guilty to charges related to drug distribution and firearm possession.


Trump calls for global cooperation on drug access

President Donald Trump, in his inaugural address, emphasized the need to tackle the chronic disease epidemic and maintain the health of America's children.


President Biden sends Ash Wednesday message to American Christians

The President and First Lady issued a message on Ash Wednesday, marking the beginning of Lent for millions of American Catholics and other Christians.


Supreme Court rules against Trump's freeze on congressionally approved funds

The Supreme Court has ruled in a 5-4 decision that the Trump administration must release $2 billion in congressionally authorized payments owed to U.S. businesses and nonprofit organizations for work completed for USAID.


Tax Foundation updates its General Equilibrium Model with new data enhancements

The Tax Foundation has provided an update on its General Equilibrium Model, also known as the Taxes and Growth (TAG) Model.


Vermont drug conspiracy defendants receive final sentences

The United States Attorney's Office for the District of Vermont has announced that the last defendants involved in a drug distribution conspiracy in Chittenden County have been sentenced.


Mexican national charged with drug crimes after seizure in Utah

A federal grand jury in Salt Lake City has indicted a Mexican national on multiple drug charges following the seizure of illicit substances, including fentanyl, in Utah.