News from January 2026
By C. M. Ingle | Jan 21, 2026
Armando Gomez Nunez, identified as a senior leader of the Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generacion (CJNG), has been indicted in Washington, D.C. on charges related to drug trafficking and firearms offenses.
By H. B. Edwards | Jan 21, 2026
Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley and Senator Mike Rounds have called on the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to strengthen enforcement of the Robinson-Patman Act.
By C. M. Ingle | Jan 21, 2026
Karen L. Bennett, a former member of the Georgia House of Representatives, has pleaded guilty to making false statements in order to fraudulently obtain thousands of dollars in pandemic unemployment assistance payments.
By F. E. Simons | Jan 21, 2026
A man from Mentmore, New Mexico, has been sentenced to 37 months in federal prison for assaulting and strangling a victim, resulting in substantial bodily injury.
By F. E. Simons | Jan 21, 2026
A former police officer from the Phoenix, Illinois Police Department has been found guilty on federal corruption charges for his role in a scheme to steal cash and drugs during traffic stops.
By F. E. Simons | Jan 21, 2026
Pending home sales in the United States fell by 9.3% in December compared to the previous month and declined 3.0% year over year, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR) Pending Home Sales Report released on January 21, 2026.
By F. E. Simons | Jan 21, 2026
A St. Helens, Oregon man and former Lake Oswego firefighter was sentenced to more than 12 years in federal prison for ordering live-streamed child sexual abuse and traveling overseas with the intent to engage in illegal sexual activity with minors.
By H. B. Edwards | Jan 21, 2026
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), who serves as chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has received an A+ rating from Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America’s 2025 National Pro-Life Scorecard.
By F. E. Simons | Jan 21, 2026
Henry Ford, also known as Cleothus “Lefty” Jackson, was sentenced to five and a half years in prison for defrauding investors out of about $5 million.
By T. J. Graves | Jan 21, 2026
Isaiah Smith, a 19-year-old from Philadelphia, pleaded guilty to possession of child pornography in federal court.
By R. C. Jamison | Jan 21, 2026
Seven Veterans Affairs health care facilities have been recognized by the American Medical Association (AMA) for their efforts to reduce physician burnout.
By T. J. Graves | Jan 21, 2026
President Donald J. Trump addressed the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, today, presenting his vision for American prosperity and reinforcing the importance of transatlantic cooperation.
By H. B. Edwards | Jan 21, 2026
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced the creation of a commission to identify candidates for the leadership role at the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA).
By Federal Newswire | Jan 21, 2026
Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau held a meeting with Belgian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Maxime Prévot.
By Federal Newswire | Jan 21, 2026
The United States government has announced its decision to withdraw from 66 international organizations.
By Federal Newswire | Jan 21, 2026
Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg is scheduled to visit Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Israel from January 9 to 18.
By C. M. Ingle | Jan 21, 2026
Qatar has become the eighth country to sign the Pax Silica Declaration, an initiative aimed at enhancing economic security through collaboration on technology and critical minerals.
By T. J. Graves | Jan 21, 2026
Portugal has become the 60th country to sign the Artemis Accords, an international agreement focused on peaceful and responsible space exploration.
By F. E. Simons | Jan 21, 2026
Victor Milbourne, a 52-year-old resident of King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for defrauding the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) out of approximately $241,260 in disability benefits.
By T. J. Graves | Jan 21, 2026
General aviation pilots planning to fly in the San Francisco Bay Area during Super Bowl LX week, from February 4 to 10, 2026, will need to follow temporary flight restrictions and special air traffic procedures.
