News published on Federal Newswire in May 2025

News from May 2025


Twin Cities resident found guilty in federal court over fentanyl distribution

A federal jury has found Dimitric Wilson guilty of several charges related to fentanyl distribution.


Middletown man indicted for robbery and carjacking spree

A federal grand jury in Delaware has indicted Anthony Fields, a 48-year-old resident of Middletown, on charges related to a series of violent crimes committed earlier this year.


Detroit man sentenced for fentanyl distribution

Devontay Brian Johnson, a 29-year-old resident of Detroit, Michigan, has been sentenced to four years and nine months in prison.


U.S. marks National Astronaut Day with commitment to future space exploration

Sixty-four years ago, an American astronaut embarked on a mission that marked a significant milestone in space exploration.


Donald J. Trump's social media updates on Turkey talks and personal memories

Former U.S. President Donald J. Trump discussed recent international relations with Turkish President Recep Erdoğan in a series of Truth Social posts dated May 5, 2025.


Pittsburgh man sentenced to three years for firearm possession

A Pittsburgh resident has been sentenced to three years in federal prison for possessing a firearm as a convicted felon.


Mobile man receives two-year sentence for illegal firearm possession

A Mobile man, Derrick C. Busby, has been sentenced to two years in prison for possessing a firearm as a convicted felon.


Joseph Nocella named interim U.S. attorney for Eastern District of New York

Joseph Nocella, Jr. has assumed the role of Interim United States Attorney for the Eastern District of New York.


Covington man sentenced for firearm-related offenses

Acting U.S. Attorney Michael M. Simpson has announced the sentencing of Joe Lynn Beattie, a 53-year-old resident of Covington, Louisiana.


ICE deports Ecuadorian citizen wanted for rape

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Philadelphia has deported Elvis Isaac Aguirre Yanez, an Ecuadorian national, back to Ecuador on May 6.


El Cajon man convicted in federal court for attempted sex trafficking

Steven Terrell Lewis, a 39-year-old resident of El Cajon, has been found guilty by a federal jury on charges related to attempted coercion and enticement of a minor and attempted sex trafficking by force or coercion.


Energy Secretary comments on President Trump's 2026 budget

The Department of Energy has issued a statement from U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright regarding the release of President Trump's 2026 budget.


Energy Secretary visits Rinnai facility, marks 100 days of energy policy changes

U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright visited Rinnai America Corporation's manufacturing facility in Griffin, Georgia, to mark the Trump Administration's first 100 days of energy policy implementation.


Lawrenceburg man sentenced to over 12 years for receiving child pornography

A Lawrenceburg, Kentucky man, Zachary Gage King, aged 24, has been sentenced to over 12 years in prison for receiving child pornography. U.S. District Judge Gregory VanTatenhove handed down the sentence on Monday.


Donald J. Trump's social media posts highlight praise from Senator Mullin

Former President Donald J. Trump used Truth Social on May 5 to share supportive remarks from Senator Markwayne Mullin regarding economic policy and highlighted small business successes attributed to his administration's efforts


U.S. moves to streamline regulations for domestic drug production

By the authority vested in him as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, an executive order has been issued to enhance domestic production of critical pharmaceutical products.


Restaurant chain settles false claims act violation for $7.8 million

CoreLife Eatery, LLC, a restaurant chain operating in multiple states including New York and Pennsylvania, has agreed to pay $7.8 million to settle allegations of violating the False Claims Act.


Muldrow man pleads guilty to federal firearm charges

Joseph Charles Riddle, a 35-year-old resident of Muldrow, Oklahoma, has pleaded guilty to federal firearm charges.


Man pleads guilty to March shooting on D.C. metro bus

Javarry Peaks, a 19-year-old resident of the District, has pleaded guilty to charges related to a shooting incident that occurred in March 2025 on a Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority bus.


Massachusetts man sentenced for drug trafficking offenses in New Hampshire

A Massachusetts man has been sentenced to six years in federal prison for possessing methamphetamine and fentanyl with the intent to distribute in New Hampshire.