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Bozeman woman pleads guilty to PPP fraud involving over $600K

A Bozeman woman has pleaded guilty to federal charges related to fraudulently obtaining relief funds, according to U.S. Attorney Kurt Alme.


Newport News mother and son receive prison sentences for illegal firearm sales

A mother and son from Newport News, Virginia, were sentenced to prison on January 20 for their involvement in a firearms conspiracy.


House passes FY2026 funding bill for Department of Homeland Security

The U.S. House of Representatives has approved the Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations bill for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).


Hampton man receives three-year sentence for illegal firearm possession

A Hampton man has been sentenced to three years in prison after being found guilty of illegally possessing a firearm as a convicted felon.


President marks National Sanctity of Human Life Day with call for renewed commitment

The President issued a message to mark National Sanctity of Human Life Day, 2026, reaffirming the nation’s commitment to valuing every human life.


Armed fentanyl dealer in Jacksonville sentenced to 14 years in federal prison

Thomas Edgar Hall, a 36-year-old resident of Jacksonville, has been sentenced to 14 years in federal prison for distributing fentanyl and possessing a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime.


Arrington cites strong GDP growth as evidence for pro-growth economic policies

House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington issued a statement today in response to new reports from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA).


Philadelphia man sentenced to over eight years for Center City carjacking

Damon Bell, a 32-year-old Philadelphia resident, was sentenced to eight and a half years in prison for his involvement in a violent carjacking that took place in Center City Philadelphia.


United States inspects foreign research stations in Antarctica

A team of officials from the U.S. Department of State, National Science Foundation, and Department of War carried out a five-day inspection of foreign research stations in Antarctica between January 16 and January 20.


House subcommittee examines rising health insurance premiums with industry leaders

Congressman Morgan Griffith, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Health, led a hearing in Washington, D.C. to examine health insurance affordability and the rising costs affecting Americans.


School consultant pleads guilty in Brooklyn kickback scheme tied to COVID-era education funds

A school consultant from Israel pleaded guilty in federal court in Brooklyn to conspiracy to defraud the United States.


Akris Inc. settles false claims act allegations over PPP loan eligibility

Akris Inc. has agreed to pay more than $1.8 million to settle allegations that it violated the False Claims Act by securing a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan for which it was not eligible.


Brevard County man receives 30-year federal sentence for drug trafficking and firearm offenses

Quentes Durrelle Simpson, a 33-year-old resident of Melbourne, Florida, has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for drug distribution and firearm offenses. U.S. District Judge Wendy W. Berger handed down the sentence after Simpson was...


Former airport worker sentenced for aiding breach of Philadelphia International Airport security

A former employee at Philadelphia International Airport has been sentenced to nine days in prison for violating security protocols.


U.S. Secret Service details new forensic tool, real-time investigation, and hiring initiative

The U.S. Secret Service shared updates between January 20-22, 2026 about deploying new forensic technology in Atlanta, conducting an unplanned investigation during training in San Antonio, and announcing an accelerated hiring event for applicants


Plano pair convicted for running Collin County sex trafficking operation

A Plano man and woman have been convicted of federal sex trafficking offenses in the Eastern District of Texas, according to an announcement by U.S. Attorney Jay R. Combs.


Chairman Steil widens inquiry into noncitizen voter registration across ten states

Committee on House Administration Chairman Bryan Steil has expanded an investigation into the registration of noncitizens to vote.


Florida inmate indicted on federal child pornography charges

Edward G. Winn, a 47-year-old inmate at Okaloosa Correctional Institution in Florida, has been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges of distribution, receipt, and possession of child pornography.


Angelina County man receives over eleven-year sentence for drug trafficking and gun offenses

A Lufkin man has been sentenced to over 11 years in federal prison for drug trafficking and firearms violations, according to an announcement from U.S. Attorney Jay R. Combs of the Eastern District of Texas.


White House deputy press secretary: Trump acting to secure critical minerals for EV batteries

President Trump's recent proclamation seeks to address national security risks by reducing reliance on Chinese suppliers for critical minerals essential in electric vehicle battery production.