News from January 2026
By T. J. Graves | Jan 26, 2026
A third individual involved in a cockfighting operation in Amarillo has been sentenced to federal prison, according to an announcement from United States Attorney for the Northern District of Texas Ryan Raybould.
By C. M. Ingle | Jan 26, 2026
A Montgomery man has been sentenced to seven years in federal prison for a gun-related offense committed while he was on supervised release, according to an announcement from Acting United States Attorney Kevin Davidson.
By T. P. Broyles | Jan 26, 2026
This week, the Senate Foreign Relations Committee will hold two key events in Washington.
By T. J. Graves | Jan 26, 2026
A Davenport man has been sentenced to three years in federal prison for possessing a firearm as a felon.
By C. M. Ingle | Jan 26, 2026
An Oregon man has been sentenced to federal prison for insider trading related to the development of drugs for COVID-19 and HIV.
By T. J. Graves | Jan 26, 2026
A North Miami man has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison after being convicted of kidnapping and firearm offenses following a violent home invasion.
By H. B. Edwards | Jan 26, 2026
On January 26, Senators Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii), and Cory Booker (D-NJ) sent a letter to Acting Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Russell Vought.
By T. J. Graves | Jan 26, 2026
A man from Everett, Washington, was sentenced to six years in prison for distributing fentanyl, according to an announcement by U.S. Attorney Charles Neil Floyd.
By H. B. Edwards | Jan 26, 2026
U.S. Senators from the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee have formed a new task force aimed at addressing fraud in federal spending.
By C. M. Ingle | Jan 26, 2026
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Wisconsin is participating in National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, joining the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) efforts to address human trafficking and support survivors.
By F. E. Simons | Jan 26, 2026
Five individuals have pleaded guilty in federal court to charges related to a drug conspiracy involving fentanyl distribution in the Eastern District of Oklahoma, according to an announcement from the United States Attorney’s Office for the...
By T. J. Graves | Jan 26, 2026
A federal court has ordered JMG Investments Inc., a Woodland Hills-based rehabilitation center, and its owner Jeffrey Schwartz to pay over $1.5 million to the United States for violating the False Claims Act related to COVID-19 business loans.
By C. M. Ingle | Jan 26, 2026
A Billings resident, Cody Lloyd Smith, was found guilty of possessing a firearm after a prior felony conviction, according to an announcement from U.S. Attorney Kurt Alme.
By T. J. Graves | Jan 26, 2026
A man from Missoula, Montana, Cory Spurlock, has been sentenced to life in prison for his involvement in a series of violent crimes, including murder-for-hire conspiracy, witness tampering by killing, stalking resulting in death, and charges...
By C. M. Ingle | Jan 26, 2026
The Eastern District of Louisiana is observing National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, joining the Department of Justice (DOJ) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in efforts to combat human trafficking and support victims.
By T. J. Graves | Jan 26, 2026
On January 16, 2026, three individuals were sentenced in the United States District Court for their involvement in smuggling over 1,800 kilograms of cocaine in the Pacific Ocean.
By R. C. Jamison | Jan 26, 2026
U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin, Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, along with several colleagues, has released a Government Accountability Office (GAO) report highlighting systemic failures in medical care provided by U.S....
By C. M. Ingle | Jan 26, 2026
The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Alabama has marked National Human Trafficking Prevention Month by emphasizing its commitment to fighting human trafficking and supporting victims.
By F. E. Simons | Jan 26, 2026
A federal judge has sentenced Roberto Juan Morales, a 49-year-old Mexican national, to 132 months in prison for discharging a firearm during a business robbery in Memphis, Tennessee.
By C. M. Ingle | Jan 26, 2026
Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane J. Sabatino shared updates on recent agricultural and narcotics seizures conducted by CBP officers between January 25-26, 2026, while also expressing appreciation for customs personnel during International...
