News published on Federal Newswire in September 2025

News from September 2025


Goose Creek man indicted for lying about ISIS ties during citizenship process

A federal grand jury in Charleston has indicted Ala Aldeen Alshaikh, a 31-year-old resident of Goose Creek, on four counts related to lying about his connections to ISIS and obstructing a federal investigation.


Two men indicted for alleged $218K pandemic unemployment fraud scheme

Two Pennsylvania men have been indicted for allegedly defrauding the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) program of nearly $220,000.


Trump establishes emergency board over Long Island Rail Road labor dispute

Disputes between the Long Island Rail Road Company and several labor organizations have led to federal intervention.


Olive Branch woman sentenced for $5 million PPP fraud scheme

Lisa Evans, a 43-year-old resident of Olive Branch, Mississippi, has been sentenced to federal prison for defrauding the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) of more than $5 million.


North Platte man receives over eleven-year sentence for meth distribution conspiracy

A North Platte man has been sentenced to more than 11 years in federal prison for his role in a methamphetamine distribution conspiracy.


Sentence handed down for DC jail smuggling scheme led by homicide defendant

Darius Robertson, 32, from the District of Columbia, has been sentenced to 46 months in prison for leading a scheme to smuggle weapons, fentanyl, and cell phones into the Central Detention Facility (CDF) while awaiting trial for murder.


Heritage Foundation mourns Charlie Kirk's assassination

The Heritage Foundation has expressed its sorrow and condemnation following the assassination of Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA. Dr. Kevin Roberts, president of The Heritage Foundation and Heritage Action for America, issued a...


Heritage Foundation commemorates anniversary of September 11 attacks

The Heritage Foundation has marked the 24th anniversary of the September 11 attacks with a statement from Rob Greenway, director of the Allison Center for National Security.


Heritage Foundation marks five years since Abraham Accords with new report

The Heritage Foundation has published a report on the Abraham Accords to commemorate the fifth anniversary of the agreements. Dr. Victoria Coates, director of the Kathryn and Shelby Cullom Davis Institute for National Security and Foreign Policy,...


America First Policy Institute backs Callista Gingrich's nomination for ambassador role

As the U.S. Senate Republicans proceed with confirming various executive branch nominees, including sub-cabinet appointments and ambassadorships, the America First Policy Institute (AFPI) has expressed its support for Callista Gingrich's...


Farm Bureau announces finalists for 2026 Ag Innovation Challenge

Four start-up companies have been selected as finalists in the 2026 Farm Bureau Ag Innovation Challenge, competing for a grand prize of $100,000.


Farm Bureau supports rescission of controversial land management rule

The American Farm Bureau Federation has expressed approval of a recent proposal by the Bureau of Land Management to withdraw the 2024 Conservation and Landscape Health Rule.


AHA urges Congress to address health care priorities before year-end

The American Hospital Association (AHA) has outlined its health care priorities for Congress to address before the end of the year.


FBI warns of cyber threats targeting Salesforce platforms

The FBI has issued a warning about cybercriminal groups UNC6040 and UNC6395, which are increasingly involved in data theft and extortion activities.


Chippewa Falls man receives seven-year sentence for methamphetamine distribution

Leroy T. McNamara, 62, of Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, has been sentenced to seven years in federal prison for distributing 50 grams or more of methamphetamine.


Penitas man indicted for interfering with federal agents during Harlingen operation

A federal grand jury has indicted Diego Masiel Torres, 19, of Penitas, Texas, on charges of impeding and interfering with federal law enforcement agents.


Lawrence men face federal charges for alleged counterfeit pill operation

Two men from Lawrence, Massachusetts, have been charged in connection with an alleged drug manufacturing operation.


Henderson man charged with smuggling erectile dysfunction drugs under misleading brand names

A Henderson, Nevada man appeared in court on September 10, 2025, to face charges related to the alleged smuggling and distribution of misbranded prescription drugs containing sildenafil and tadalafil.


Morgan County man receives 30-month sentence for firearm possession

Remington Colt Arnold, 34, from Berkeley Springs, West Virginia, has been sentenced to 30 months in prison for unlawful possession of a firearm.


Westbrook man sentenced to over two years for distributing cocaine

A Westbrook resident was sentenced in federal court in Portland for distributing cocaine and cocaine base.