News from February 2026
By T. J. Graves | Feb 11, 2026
A man from Elmira, New York, has been sentenced to more than 10 years in federal prison for distributing methamphetamine and illegally possessing firearms. U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced that Albey H. Braster, 44, received a sentence of...
By C. M. Ingle | Feb 11, 2026
Paxful Holdings, Inc., an online platform for trading virtual currency, has been sentenced to pay a $4 million criminal penalty after pleading guilty to federal charges including promoting illegal prostitution, violating the Bank Secrecy Act, and...
By T. P. Broyles | Feb 11, 2026
The House Committee on Natural Resources has advanced twelve bills focused on a range of issues, including the creation of two new national parks, support for ranchers, and efforts to secure mineral supply chains.
By C. M. Ingle | Feb 11, 2026
Timothy Douglas, a 65-year-old resident of Jamestown, New York, has been sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for possession of child pornography by a person with prior convictions related to sexual abuse involving minors. U.S. District Judge...
By C. M. Ingle | Feb 11, 2026
Devan Caulk, a 21-year-old resident of Honolulu, was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for producing child pornography.
By T. J. Graves | Feb 11, 2026
Steve Cortes said on a recent podcast that Covid-19 exposed problems within U.S. public health systems and industry influence over nutrition science. He pointed out declining trust in authorities and rising concern over ultra-processed foods as outcomes driving Americans toward prevention-focused choices.
By F. E. Simons | Feb 11, 2026
Two individuals from Puerto Rico have been sentenced in separate federal cases involving child exploitation offenses.
By C. M. Ingle | Feb 11, 2026
Maurice A. Stewart, 31, of Akron, Ohio, has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for his involvement in a methamphetamine trafficking operation that distributed drugs throughout Summit County and nearby areas. U.S. District Judge David A....
By H. B. Edwards | Feb 11, 2026
The Committee on House Administration held a hearing titled "Make Elections Great Again: How to Restore Trust and Integrity in Federal Elections," focusing on election security, voter confidence, and the management of voter rolls.
By H. B. Edwards | Feb 11, 2026
Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley, along with Senators Thom Tillis, John Kennedy, and John Cornyn, has introduced the Litigation Funding Transparency Act.
By T. J. Graves | Feb 11, 2026
Rafael Jimenez, a 31-year-old resident of Tampa, has pleaded guilty to charges related to the robbery of a gas station and the use of a firearm during the crime.
By H. B. Edwards | Feb 11, 2026
Chairman Bryan Steil of Wisconsin led the debate on S.1383, known as the SAVE America Act, in the House of Representatives.
By T. J. Graves | Feb 11, 2026
Byron Andújar-Ramos has been sentenced to 17 years and six months in prison, followed by 10 years of supervised release, for the sexual exploitation of a female minor who is deaf and mute.
By F. E. Simons | Feb 11, 2026
The White House has issued a new directive aimed at strengthening the United States' national defense by prioritizing coal-fired power generation for military and critical infrastructure.
By H. B. Edwards | Feb 11, 2026
Ranking Member Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) has released a report outlining the impact of what he calls President Donald Trump’s “affordability crisis” on small businesses and working families in the United States.
By C. M. Ingle | Feb 11, 2026
Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane J. Sabatino detailed several recent seizures by CBP officers in February 2026 via social media posts.
By T. J. Graves | Feb 11, 2026
U.S. Senator Ed Markey said that using overseas operators for Waymo's autonomous vehicles creates safety and cybersecurity concerns. His comments followed confirmation that remote workers in the Philippines help guide cars in California. Recent incidents and research highlight risks tied to latency delays and potential cyber threats.
By T. P. Broyles | Feb 11, 2026
U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley, Ranking Member of the Senate Budget Committee, released a statement in response to the Congressional Budget Office’s (CBO) annual Budget and Economic Outlook for 2026 to 2036.
By F. E. Simons | Feb 11, 2026
Rebecca Ann Folley, also known as Becca Waters, was sentenced to seven months in prison and three years of supervised release for making threats against Presidents Joe Biden and Donald Trump.
By C. M. Ingle | Feb 11, 2026
A Cape Girardeau resident has admitted to committing identity theft and fraudulently obtaining pandemic-related loans, tax refunds, and state benefits.
