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AFSA: 2026 state races could shift party control and affect financial regulations

The American Financial Services Association's recent white paper highlights how upcoming elections could alter party control across several states by 2026.


Five people sentenced for distributing fentanyl and methamphetamine in Lubbock

Five individuals involved in a Lubbock drug trafficking operation have been sentenced to a total of 91 years in federal prison for distributing fentanyl and methamphetamine, according to an announcement from United States Attorney for the Northern...


CBP highlights enforcement actions ahead of Super Bowl LX

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) shared updates on February 5-6, 2026 about its role enforcing intellectual property rights during Super Bowl LX and its apprehension of an individual wanted for a felony offense at Laredo port of entry.


Indian national indicted for alleged role in cross-border human smuggling scheme

A federal grand jury has indicted an Indian national, Shivam Lnu, for allegedly coordinating the smuggling of Indian nationals from Canada into the United States.


Salt Lake City woman sentenced for embezzling nearly $1.4 million from employer

A Salt Lake City woman has been sentenced to 15 months in prison after admitting to embezzling nearly $1.4 million from her employer, a Utah-based lending services company.


Federal inmate receives additional prison term for possessing synthetic drugs at FMC Devens

A federal inmate at FMC Devens has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for possessing synthetic cannabinoids, commonly referred to as “K2,” within the facility.


Senator Murkowski leads hearing on legislation aimed at justice for Native American children

U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), who chairs the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, led a legislative hearing focused on Title II of her draft Native Children’s Commission Implementation Act.


Comer seeks records on sudden valuation surge at firms tied to Rep. Ilhan Omar’s husband

House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer has requested financial records from two companies linked to Representative Ilhan Omar’s husband, Timothy Mynett.


U.S. Attorney’s Office collects nearly $200 million in debts during fiscal year 2025

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Florida collected $188,113,543 in criminal and civil debts during fiscal year 2025, according to an announcement by U.S. Attorney Jason A. Reding Quiñones.


Colombian national convicted for identity theft and fraudulent receipt of federal benefits

A Colombian national living unlawfully in Boston has been convicted on several federal charges, including identity theft, voter fraud, and federal benefit fraud.


Fashion company settles $3.2 million claim over improper PPP loan

ALICE + OLIVIA, LLC has agreed to pay $3.2 million to resolve allegations that it improperly received a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan by falsely certifying its eligibility.


Salvadoran national linked to gang sentenced for fentanyl distribution in Boston area

A Salvadoran national affiliated with the 18th Street Gang has been sentenced in Boston federal court for distributing fentanyl in the North Shore area.


Memphis man convicted for threatening federal prosecutors and judge

Justin Deshun Stiger, a 33-year-old Memphis resident, was convicted this week for making threats to kill two federal prosecutors and a federal judge in Memphis.


North Texas man indicted for alleged threats against president and ICE agents

A North Texas resident has been indicted on federal charges for allegedly threatening to assault and murder the President of the United States and unnamed agents from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), according to an announcement by...


Guatemalan man sentenced for illegal reentry after attempted murder conviction

A Guatemalan national, Joel Guerra Eraso, 41, was sentenced in Norfolk, Virginia to eight years and ten months in prison for illegally reentering the United States and possessing a firearm as an illegal alien.


House Appropriations Committee examines USDA oversight amid concerns over fraud and national security

The House Appropriations Committee held its first hearing of the year in Washington, D.C., focusing on oversight within the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).


Albuquerque woman pleads guilty to methamphetamine trafficking after FBI task force investigation

An Albuquerque woman, Nora Baca, 67, pleaded guilty to methamphetamine trafficking after the first day of her trial.


VA raises spending limit on at-home care for veterans with complex conditions

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced an increase in the expenditure cap for in-home and community-based services for veterans with complex medical conditions.


VA seeks over 300 new counselors for Veteran Readiness & Employment program

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced it is seeking to hire more than 300 vocational rehabilitation counselors and specialists for its Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) program.


United States congratulates Laura Fernández Delgado on Costa Rican presidential victory

The United States has extended congratulations to Costa Rica's President-Elect Laura Fernández Delgado following her recent electoral win.