News published on Federal Newswire in May 2025

News from May 2025


Napa Valley winery owner admits guilt in false tax return case

Brian Fleury, a 64-year-old resident of Napa County, has admitted guilt in federal court for aiding and assisting in the preparation of a false tax return for the year 2016.


Utah man sentenced for $5M affinity fraud involving Alpha Influence

Kole Glen Brimhall, a 27-year-old from Orem, Utah, has been sentenced to 12 months and one day in prison for defrauding approximately 135 investors through Alpha Influence, LLC.


Secretary Burgum visits Gulf of America to discuss energy policy

Secretary Doug Burgum traveled to the Gulf of America to tour an offshore oil rig and a liquefied natural gas export facility.


New Orleans man receives sentence for illegal firearm possession

Darnell D. Lee, a 26-year-old resident of New Orleans, was sentenced on April 24, 2025, by U.S. District Judge Eldon E. Fallon to thirty months in prison after pleading guilty to possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.


San Luis Obispo woman pleads guilty to creating fake medical documents

A woman from San Luis Obispo County has admitted guilt in a case involving the misuse of medical identities and the creation of fraudulent immigration documents.


Former postal worker sentenced for mail theft in New Orleans

Sonia Miller, a 54-year-old resident of New Orleans, has been sentenced to three years of probation for stealing contents from U.S. mail.


FTC and DOJ seek identification of anticompetitive regulations

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) Antitrust Division have issued a joint letter to agency heads across the federal government.


Honduran nationals face charges for repeated illegal entry into US

Two individuals from Honduras have been indicted by a federal grand jury in South Florida for illegal reentry into the United States, a violation of 8 U.S.C. 1326.


Texas man sentenced for drug trafficking violations

Saul Macedo-Rodriguez, a 38-year-old resident of Texas, has been sentenced to 120 months in prison after pleading guilty to charges related to the distribution and possession with intent to distribute five kilograms or more of cocaine.


Mexican national charged with exporting stolen vehicles linked to cartel

A 19-year-old Mexican national, Angel David Salas-Herrera, has been arrested for his alleged involvement in attempting to export a stolen vehicle. U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei announced the arrest, stating that Salas-Herrera is scheduled to...


Mexican national sentenced for illegal re-entry into U.S

Acting United States Attorney Michael M. Simpson has announced the sentencing of Santiago Puente-Garcia, a 26-year-old native of Mexico, for illegal reentry into the United States.


Xi Jinping's Moscow visit reveals strategic tensions in China-Russia relations

Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to Moscow highlights a complex dynamic in China's foreign policy.


Mexican citizen faces charges for illegal re-entry into United States

U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo has announced the arrest of Alejandro Mendez Flores, a 38-year-old Mexican citizen, who has been charged with illegal re-entry into the United States.


Two men sentenced for roles in illegal firearm purchase

Joshua Paul Stewart Turner and Noah Olen Fowler have been sentenced for their involvement in a conspiracy to straw-purchase a firearm.


Trump issues new guidelines on biological research safety

The President of the United States has issued an executive order aimed at enhancing the safety and security of biological research, particularly focusing on gain-of-function studies.


Midwest City woman pleads guilty to defrauding property management firm

Sherrie Billings, a 53-year-old resident of Midwest City, has admitted to charges of wire fraud and making a false tax return.


Maryland man indicted on charges related to child exploitation

A federal grand jury has indicted Joel Thomas Biermann, a 46-year-old resident of University Park, Maryland, on charges related to child exploitation.


President Trump proclaims National Hurricane Preparedness Week for May 4-10

Every year, hurricanes impact various regions across the United States, causing significant damage and loss of life.


Maryland man found guilty of first-degree murder in Georgetown shooting

Ranje Reynolds, a 28-year-old from Beltsville, Maryland, was found guilty of first-degree murder and other charges in connection with a fatal shooting in Georgetown.


FTC issues FAQs on new rule against unfair pricing practices

Staff at the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) have released a set of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) to inform consumers and businesses about the new Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees, which will come into effect on May 12, 2025.