By Nate Raymond BOSTON – Thirteen U.S. states and two Latin America and Caribbean nations on Monday threw their support behind a lawsuit from Mexico that accuses several major U.S. …
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Department of Justice Press Releases
United States Attorney Commemorates National Slavery And Human Trafficking Prevention Month
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressTampa, FL – United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg highlights efforts by federal, state, and local partners to prevent and combat human trafficking in the Middle District of Florida (MDFL) …
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Department of Justice Press Releases
Kansas Man Facing Federal Charges in Maryland for Making Threats to Harm the President of the United States and United States Secret Service Agents
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressBaltimore, Maryland – A criminal complaint was filed on January 28, 2022, charging Scott Ryan Merryman, age 37, of Independence, Kansas, for federal charges of making threats against the President …
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Department of Justice Press Releases
After More Than 30 Years with the Department of Justice, United States Attorney Sean R. Berry Announces Retirement
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressUnited States Attorney Sean R. Berry of the Northern District of Iowa has announced his retirement effective January 31, 2022. After Mr. Berry’s departure, Tim Duax, currently First Assistant United …
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Department of Justice Press Releases
United States Attorney’s Office and IRS Issue Tips For Avoiding Tax Season Fraud
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressSPOKANE, WASHINGTON – Each year, taxpayers’ personal information is compromised through phishing scams or by unscrupulous tax preparers. With tax season kicking off on January 24, the U.S. Attorney’s Office …
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Business News
U.S. FCC announces over $1.2 billion for rural broadband in 32 states
by Reutersby Reuters– The United States Federal Communications Commission said on Friday it was going to authorize over $1.2 billion for rural broadband in 32 states. (Reporting by Kanishka Singh in Bengaluru; …
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Business News
Dozens of U.S. states say Apple stifles competition; back ‘Fortnite’ maker
by Reutersby ReutersBy Paresh Dave OAKLAND, Calif. -Apple Inc is stifling competition through its mobile app store, attorneys general for 34 U.S. states and the District of Columbia said on Thursday, as …
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Department of Justice Press ReleasesGovernment News
Justice Department Reaches Settlement with Withlacoochee River Electric Cooperative Inc. to Enforce the Rights of United States Army National Guard Member
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressWASHINGTON – The Department of Justice announced today that it has reached a settlement agreement resolving allegations that the Withlacoochee River Electric Cooperative Inc. (WREC) terminated U.S. Army National Guard …
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New Jersey News
Murphy announces $7 million in anti-crime tech after releasing half of state’s prison population
by Your Newsby Your NewsTRENTON, NJ – Senator Michael Testa responded to Governor Murphy’s announcement that $7 million in federal American Rescue Plan funds will be used to fund the purchase of acoustic sensors …
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Department of Justice Press Releases
United States Attorney Announces a Minot, ND, Man Found Guilty of Sexual Exploitation of Six Minor Children
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressBISMARCK – United States Attorney Nicholas W. Chase announced that a Federal Jury found Derrick Stephen Walker, age 46 of Minot, ND, guilty for six Counts of Sexual Exploitation of …
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Department of Justice Press Releases
Two Washington residents suspected of transporting illegal aliens who crossed into United States from Canada appear in court
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressMISSOULA — Two Washington residents suspected of transporting six illegal aliens who allegedly crossed into the United States from Canada near Eureka had initial appearances on criminal complaints on Jan. …
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US and World News
Pro-Trump death threats prompt bills in 3 states to protect election workers
by Reutersby ReutersBy Peter Eisler – In Vermont, lawmakers are considering bills to make it easier to prosecute people who threaten election officials. In Maine, proposed legislation would stiffen penalties for such …
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Department of Justice Press Releases
Resources to VGRIP Announced by FBI and United States Attorney’s Office
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressJackson, Miss. – U.S. Attorney Darren J. LaMarca and Special Agent in Charge Jermicha Fomby of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Jackson Field Office announce today regional support for the …
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Numerous states have seen their state revenue surge in 2021 fueled by a robust stock market, growing income, federal aid, and increased tax revenue, The Wall Street Journal reported. States’ …
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Department of Justice Press Releases
United States Sues Renovation Firms And Their Principals For Violating Lead-Based Paint Safety Regulations
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressDamian Williams, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, and Lisa Garcia, Regional Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”), announced today that the United …
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Department of Justice Press Releases
United States Attorney Announces a Rhame, ND Man Sentenced to Life in Federal Prison for Sexual Abuse of a Child
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressBISMARCK – United States Attorney Nicholas W. Chase announced that U.S. District Court Judge Daniel M. Traynor sentenced Douglas James Schneider, Age 51 of Rhame, ND, to life in Federal …
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Department of Justice Press Releases
Rachael S. Rollins Sworn in as United States Attorney for the District of Massachusetts
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressBOSTON – Rachael Splaine Rollins was sworn in today as the United States Attorney for the District of Massachusetts. U.S. District Court Chief Judge F. Dennis Saylor IV administered the …
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Department of Justice Press Releases
United States Attorney Zachary A. Cunha Announces Leadership Team
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressPROVIDENCE, R.I. – United States Attorney Zachary A. Cunha today announced the appointment of Sara Miron Bloom, a veteran federal prosecutor who amassed a diverse and exceedingly distinguished record of …
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Department of Justice Press ReleasesGovernment News
Manhattan Man Arrested For Acting As An Unregistered Agent Of The Egyptian Government In The United States
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressDamian Williams, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Matthew G. Olsen, the Assistant Attorney General for National Security, and Michael J. Driscoll, the Assistant Director-in-Charge …
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Department of Justice Press Releases
United States Attorney Announces Flint, MI, Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Aggravated Identity Theft
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressBISMARCK – United States Attorney Nicholas W. Chase announced that U.S. District Court Judge Daniel M. Traynor sentenced Patrick Robert McKee, a/k/a William Patrick O’Hara, Age 77 from Flint, MI, …
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Department of Justice Press Releases
Interim United States Attorney Appointed For The Eastern District Of Tennessee
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressKNOXVILLE, Tenn. – Attorney General Merrick Garland has appointed Francis M. (Trey) Hamilton III as interim United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Tennessee effective December 26, 2021, pursuant …
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Featured NewsNew Jersey NewsPolitics
Blue States like New Jersey, New York letting hysteria lead them through the omicron surge, DeSantis
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTRENTON, NJ – As states like New York, New Jersey, California, and other predominantly blue, Democrat-led states are on a road to another pandemic lockdown, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis says …
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Department of Justice Press Releases
CLARE E. CONNORS SWORN IN AS UNITED STATES ATTORNEY
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressHONOLULU – Clare E. Connors today took the oath of office to become the United States Attorney for the District of Hawaii. USA Connors was nominated by President Joseph Biden …
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Featured NewsUS and World News
Democrat-Run States Are Pushing Laws To Target Social Media ‘Misinformation’
Democratic state lawmakers are proposing laws to curb “misinformation” on social media sites and other online platforms, mirroring efforts by Democrats in Congress. New York state Sen. Brad Hoylman announced a …
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Over half of the states in the U.S. will institute a minimum wage increase in 2022, according to a report. A total of 26 states will raise the minimum wage …