Alleged cartel member extradited from Mexico appears in San Diego court

By Federal Newswire | Feb 21, 2025

Edgar Perez Villa, an alleged member of a Tijuana-based enforcement group for the Cártel de Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG), has been extradited from Mexico to the United States.

ICE detains Jamaican national with extensive criminal record

By Federal Newswire | Feb 21, 2025

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in collaboration with law enforcement partners, has arrested Richard Alfanso Smith, a 48-year-old Jamaican national residing illegally in the United States.

New Orleans man pleads guilty to drug trafficking and gun violations

By Federal Newswire | Feb 21, 2025

David Kellup Jr., a resident of New Orleans, has pleaded guilty to multiple charges related to drug trafficking and firearms violations.

Railroad employee settles allegations over false unemployment benefit claims

By Federal Newswire | Feb 21, 2025

A federal railroad employee has agreed to pay $24,000 to settle potential violations of the False Claims Act.

CDT announces new advisory council members for 2025

By Federal Newswire | Feb 21, 2025

The Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) has announced the addition of new members to its Advisory Council.

ICE conducts search at San Juan rental business amid labor probe

By Federal Newswire | Feb 21, 2025

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) executed a federal criminal search warrant at a rental equipment business in San Juan, Puerto Rico, on February 21, 2025.

Miami man charged with laundering $300M for criminal organizations

By Federal Newswire | Feb 21, 2025

Alain Bibliowicz Mitrani, a Miami resident and citizen of France and Colombia, faces charges of conspiracy to commit money laundering and operating an unlicensed money transmitting business.

EPA Administrator visits Michigan to discuss water safety and emissions testing

By Federal Newswire | Feb 21, 2025

On February 20, 2025, EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin visited Flint, Michigan.

Howey-In-The-Hills resident pleads guilty in tax embezzlement case

By Federal Newswire | Feb 21, 2025

Dorian Farmer, a resident of Howey-In-The-Hills, Florida, has pleaded guilty to charges related to embezzling employment taxes.

California man indicted for child sexual abuse material production

By Federal Newswire | Feb 21, 2025

A California man, Rigoberto Rios Gallardo, has been indicted on charges related to the production of child sexual abuse material and coercion and enticement of a minor.

Washington man indicted for multiple carjackings

By Federal Newswire | Feb 21, 2025

Lamontee Fowler, a 21-year-old resident of Washington, D.C., faced arraignment today following a 35-count indictment related to an armed carjacking spree in Southeast Washington, D.C. during April and May of 2024.

Florida businessmen sentenced for fraudulent PPE sales during COVID-19

By Federal Newswire | Feb 21, 2025

Brian H. Sperber and Edmond S. Norkus have been sentenced to prison for their involvement in a wire fraud scheme related to the sale of personal protective equipment (PPE) during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Treasury Secretary discusses economic issues with China's Vice Premier

By Federal Newswire | Feb 21, 2025

Earlier today, Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent held an introductory call with Vice Premier He Lifeng of China.

Karston Tannis captures vibrant portraits with iPhone 16 Pro Max

By Federal Newswire | Feb 21, 2025

As long as he can remember, Karston Tannis has been drawn to photography.

CCIA voices concern over new Vermont legislation impacting minors' online privacy

By Federal Newswire | Feb 21, 2025

The Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) has voiced its concerns to Vermont lawmakers regarding the Vermont Age-Appropriate Design Code Act (VAADC), a bill identified as S. 69/H. 210.

Saad Healthcare settles $3M claim over alleged false Medicare billing

By Federal Newswire | Feb 21, 2025

Saad Enterprises Inc., operating as Saad Healthcare, has agreed to a $3 million settlement over allegations of violating the False Claims Act.

CBP seizes 200K counterfeit stamps in Birmingham port operation

By Federal Newswire | Feb 21, 2025

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) operations at the Port of Birmingham have intercepted a significant shipment of counterfeit U.S. Forever Stamps, stopping them from entering postal circulation.

ICE arrests illegal immigrant after failed firearm purchase attempt

By Federal Newswire | Feb 21, 2025

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested Juan Antonio Reyes, a 51-year-old Salvadorian national, in Baton Rouge on February 17.

Hilton Head lawyer receives nine-month sentence for illegal fund transfers

By Federal Newswire | Feb 21, 2025

Peter J. Strauss, a lawyer from Hilton Head, South Carolina, has been sentenced to nine months in federal prison for his role in transferring $3 million to prevent its lawful seizure.