News published on Federal Newswire in September 2025

News from September 2025


Colorado man receives 12-year sentence for firearm possession as convicted felon

A Colorado man has been sentenced to 12 years in federal prison for possessing a firearm as a convicted felon, following his arrest during a traffic stop in Warren County, Mississippi.


Meridian man pleads guilty to methamphetamine distribution charge

A Meridian resident has entered a guilty plea in federal court to charges of possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine.


Self-proclaimed 'Mayor of Bissonnet' sentenced to 10 years for sex crimes

A 58-year-old registered sex offender, Paul Edwards Evans, also known as Blue Diamond, has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for aiding and abetting the transportation of a woman across state lines for prostitution and failing to comply...


Honduran national pleads guilty to firearm possession and illegal reentry charges

A Honduran national, Gustavo Benitez Rodriguez, has pleaded guilty to possession of a firearm by an alien and illegal reentry after removal.


Indiana man sentenced to over 24 years for child pornography solicitation

A federal judge in southern Illinois has sentenced Bryan K. Atkins, a 40-year-old resident of Richmond, Indiana, to 293 months in prison after he pleaded guilty to two counts of solicitation of child pornography.


Oklahoma man sentenced for failing to register as sex offender in Alabama

Joshua Kahanek, a 44-year-old man from Oklahoma, was sentenced in Mobile, Alabama, after pleading guilty to failing to register as a sex offender.


Jackson Health Foundation COO admits stealing millions through kickbacks and false invoices

The former Chief Operating Officer of the Jackson Health Foundation, Charmaine Gatlin, pleaded guilty on September 11 to embezzling millions of dollars from the nonprofit organization.


Chegg settles with FTC over subscription cancellations with $7.5 million payment

Chegg Inc. has agreed to pay $7.5 million to settle allegations by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) that the company made it difficult for consumers to cancel recurring subscriptions and did not honor cancellation requests.


Jamaican man pleads guilty in Florida federal court over attempted child exploitation

A Jamaican citizen living in Thomasville, Georgia, has pleaded guilty in federal court to charges related to the attempted sexual exploitation of a minor.


Inspection reveals critical issues at Seattle's federal detention center

The U.S. Department of Justice Office of the Inspector General (DOJ OIG) has released findings from an inspection of the Federal Bureau of Prisons’ (BOP) Federal Detention Center (FDC) SeaTac in Seattle, Washington.


Senate HELP Committee schedules hearing on declining K-12 education performance

The Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee is scheduled to hold a hearing on September 18 to address concerns regarding the current state of K-12 education in the United States.


Markey introduces bill seeking tariff exemptions, refunds for affected U.S. small businesses

A group of Democratic senators, led by Ranking Member Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), introduced the Small Business RELIEF Act on September 11, 2025.


Sports teams nationwide honor Charlie Kirk’s legacy with tributes

Sports teams across the United States have honored Charlie Kirk this week, with organizations pausing to commemorate his legacy.


OPINION: A crisis of ‘Assassination Culture’

The assassination of Charlie Kirk is the latest in a string of politically motivated murders and attempted murders. How did America get to this point, and where do we go from here?


Energy Alliance launches ad campaign urging Trump to defend U.S. investors in YPF lawsuit

The Energy Alliance has launched a national advertising campaign urging the Trump administration to support American investors involved in a legal dispute with Argentina over the nationalization of YPF, Argentina's largest energy company.


Secretary Rubio discusses Middle East policy priorities including Israel-Gaza conflict

Secretary of State Marco Rubio addressed the press on September 13, 2025, discussing a range of issues related to U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East and beyond.


Co-CEO at Chinese tech firm indicted in alleged $100M pump-and-dump stock scheme

An indictment was unsealed in the Eastern District of Virginia charging Lai Kui Sen, co-CEO of Ostin Technology Group Co.


Former soldier receives additional prison time for assaulting newborn child at Fort Belvoir

A former U.S. Army private, Austin Blair Johnson, was sentenced in Alexandria, Virginia to 15 years in prison for two counts of assault resulting in serious bodily injury and one count of sexual abuse.


AFSA disputes CFA report, says auto loan delinquency data misleading

The American Financial Services Association (AFSA) has challenged a recent report by the Consumer Federation of America (CFA) regarding auto loan delinquencies, stating that it contains misleading conclusions and lacks supporting data.


American Financial Services Association names Philip Bohi as General Counsel

The American Financial Services Association (AFSA) has announced the appointment of Philip Bohi as General Counsel, acknowledging his nearly decade-long contributions to the association's compliance and legal programs.