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D.C. judge will lead the way as MGM accuses FTC of unconstitutional conduct
LAS VEGAS (Legal Newsline) - A Nevada federal judge has somewhat stepped away from a dispute between MGM Resorts and the Federal Trade Commission over a data breach FTC commissioner Lina Khan was personally involved in.
Wendell man arrested for threats against corporate executives
A man from Wendell, North Carolina, has been arrested following allegations of making threats against executives at Advance Auto Parts.
Kate E. Brubacher resigns as U.S. Attorney for District of Kansas
United States Attorney for the District of Kansas, Kate E. Brubacher, has announced her resignation effective January 19, 2025.
Queens man sentenced for human smuggling after high-speed chase
Luis Fernando Barragan-Palacios, a 29-year-old resident of Queens, New York, has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for human smuggling.
Iowa Chief Justice to address General Assembly on judiciary condition
Chief Justice Susan Larson Christensen of the Iowa Supreme Court is scheduled to deliver an address on the Condition of the Judiciary.
South Dakota considers new bar admission pathway focused on public service
The South Dakota Supreme Court is set to hold a rules hearing on February 18, 2025, at 10 a.m. CST in the Supreme Court Courtroom located in the State Capitol, Pierre.
Whiteville man sentenced for gun possession after shooting incident
A Whiteville man, Robert Jamar Avant, has been sentenced to 71 months in prison for possessing a firearm as a felon.
Florida attorney general charges five for $400K retail theft
The Office of Statewide Prosecution in Florida, led by Attorney General Ashley Moody, has charged five individuals with organized retail theft.
Political treasurer admits guilt in multi-year donor fraud scheme
Edward Y. Kim, the Acting United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, announced that Robert Piaro, treasurer of several political action committees (PACs), has pleaded guilty to telemarketing wire fraud.
Operators face charges over alleged cryptocurrency mixer activities
Roman Vitalyevich Ostapenko, Alexander Evgenievich Oleynik, and Anton Vyachlavovich Tarasov have been indicted by a federal grand jury for their roles in operating the cryptocurrency mixing services Blender.io and Sinbad.io.
Albuquerque man receives 20-year sentence for armed robbery spree
An Albuquerque man has been sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for a series of armed robberies committed in early 2022.
Attorney General praises outgoing ATF Director Steve Dettelbach at farewell event
Attorney General Merrick B. Garland recently delivered remarks at a farewell event for ATF Director Steve Dettelbach, highlighting his contributions during his tenure.
Bahamian nationals charged with smuggling cocaine into U.S. waters
Two Bahamian nationals face federal charges for allegedly attempting to smuggle around 188 kilograms of cocaine into the United States.
Roanoke man charged with multiple bank robberies appears in federal court
A Roanoke man appeared in federal court following his indictment on bank robbery charges.
Washington D.C. man sentenced for assaulting federal officer
MacArthur Walker Jr., a 58-year-old resident of Washington, D.C., has been sentenced to two years and three months in prison, followed by three years of supervised release.
Christopher Wray honored at farewell event by Attorney General Merrick B. Garland
Attorney General Merrick B. Garland recently delivered remarks at a farewell event for FBI Director Christopher Wray, highlighting Wray's extensive career in public service and his contributions to the FBI and the nation.
Michelle Mack sentenced for leading $8 million retail theft ring
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has announced the sentencing of Michelle Mack, the leader of an organized retail crime ring.
Tennessee man pleads guilty in drug distribution case involving bodybuilding supplements
A Tennessee resident has admitted to federal charges related to the sale of unapproved bodybuilding drugs through his business in Kalispell, Montana.
Hampton woman admits guilt in $161 million mortgage fraud scheme
Kimberly Johnson has admitted guilt in a mortgage fraud scheme that spanned over three years, resulting in the approval of around 450 mortgage loans based on falsified documents and misinformation.
New Orleans man pleads guilty to federal gun control and drug charges
Marcus Theodore, a 33-year-old resident of New Orleans, has pled guilty to charges related to federal gun control and controlled substances violations.