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justice.gov
The Justice Department’s Environmental Crimes Section reported July convictions, guilty pleas and sentences involving animal fighting, wildlife trafficking, false labeling and environmental violations.
justice.gov
A federal grand jury in Washington, D.C., indicted Mexican nationals Ramon and Rafael Alvarez Ayala on drug-importation conspiracy and firearm charges.
whitehouse.gov
Executive Order 14420 directs the Energy Secretary to restrict certain foreign-produced bulk-power equipment transactions and develop rules for implementation.
whitehouse.gov
President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order declaring a national emergency over foreign-produced bulk-power system equipment that the White House says may create national security vulnerabilities.
whitehouse.gov
President Donald J. Trump designated August 26, 2026, as a day commemorating the fifth anniversary of the ISIS-K attack at Abbey Gate that killed 13 U.S. service members.
oag.ca.gov
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and a multistate coalition filed an amicus brief urging a federal court to block a rule limiting international student visas to four years while litigation continues.
dhs.gov
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced arrests of five immigrants whom the Department of Homeland Security identified as convicted of offenses including child molestation, sexual abuse, cocaine sale and aggravated arson.
eeoc.gov
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission adopted an updated Strategic Plan for fiscal years 2026-2030, effective immediately. The plan sets priorities for enforcement, public outreach and organizational performance.
eeoc.gov
The EEOC voted to propose changes that would allow federal employees and applicants to file complaints directly with their agencies and modify hearings, class claims, attorney-fee rules, and disclosure requirements.
justice.gov
The former DermTech Inc. agreed to resolve allegations that it billed Medicare for unreliable skin cancer tests, with the United States receiving a $5,038,011 unsecured bankruptcy claim.
justice.gov
Justin Gray was convicted of two counts of committing murder in aid of racketeering for killings prosecutors say were ordered by incarcerated Aryan Brotherhood member Francis Clement.
apnews.com
Bobby Charles said he would ask Tom Homan to send federal agents to Maine polling places weeks before the fall midterm elections, then said authorities should focus on preventing violence, intimidation and illegal voting.
whitehouse.gov
A White House release points to higher ICE arrests, proposed visa fees, paused immigrant visa applications and the end of temporary protections for Haitians.
ftc.gov
The Federal Trade Commission announced higher fees for telemarketers accessing the National Do Not Call Registry in fiscal year 2027, beginning October 1, 2026.
apnews.com
Anne Arundel County Circuit Court Judge Robert Thompson ruled that Maryland lawmakers violated ballot-measure deadlines and used misleading language, but paused the ruling for an appeal.
dhs.gov
DHS said ICE deported eight gang members during the previous week, including people with convictions for murder-related offenses, sexual assault, kidnapping and burglary.
ag.ny.gov
Attorney General Letitia James announced the delivery of more than 270,000 eggs to a regional food bank after a multistate investigation into alleged price fixing by three egg producers.
faa.gov
The FAA alleges Ameriflight hired a pilot and a mechanic, excluded them from its random testing pool and allowed them to perform safety-sensitive duties.
faa.gov
The FAA alleges that Lycoming Engines failed to follow the manufacturer’s manual while maintaining four aircraft engines in September 2024.
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The FAA alleges Holling Enterprises performed aircraft maintenance outside its authorization and approved parts for return to service without certification.
