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Buffalo man pleads guilty in narcotics conspiracy involving fentanyl distribution

A Buffalo man has pleaded guilty to his involvement in a narcotics conspiracy, according to an announcement by U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo.


Three Louisiana residents plead guilty in federal fentanyl conspiracy case

Three Louisiana residents have pleaded guilty to federal charges related to fentanyl distribution and conspiracy, according to an announcement from United States Attorney David I. Courcelle.


Former treasurer charged with $2 million fraud at New Mexico abbey

An Albuquerque resident has been indicted on federal charges for allegedly embezzling more than $2 million from the Norbertine Community of New Mexico and Santa María de la Vid Abbey, and for filing a false federal tax return.


U.S. Attorney’s Office in New Mexico reports weekly immigration-related prosecutions

In its latest weekly report, the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of New Mexico has detailed immigration enforcement activity for the week ending January 23, 2026.


House Administration Committee reviews Government Publishing Office modernization efforts

The Committee on House Administration recently conducted a full committee hearing focused on the oversight of the Government Publishing Office (GPO) as it adapts to a digital-first environment.


WMATA train operators plead guilty in $360K health care fraud case

Michelle Shropshire and Harlisha Jones, both former train operators for the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA), pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court to charges related to a health care fraud scheme.


Sober home manager sentenced for fraud involving property purchases and overbilling

A Massachusetts man who managed several sober homes has been sentenced to 30 months in prison for his role in multiple fraud schemes.


Five charged with laundering $30 million in suspected drug proceeds

Five individuals have been charged in connection with a large-scale money laundering scheme involving tens of millions of dollars, including drug proceeds.


Former Quincy man receives ten-year sentence for methamphetamine distribution

A former Quincy resident, Samuel Jean-Baptiste, also known as “Jett Black,” was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute nearly 10 pounds of methamphetamine.


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.


Cheshire nurse pleads guilty to illegal distribution of controlled substances

A Cheshire nurse has pleaded guilty to charges related to the illegal distribution of controlled substances, according to an announcement from David X. Sullivan, United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut.


Weslaco man sentenced to 23 years for coercing minors with vape pens

A 24-year-old resident of Weslaco, Texas, Walter Wilkins, has been sentenced to 23 years in federal prison for coercion and enticement of a minor.


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.