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Butler County resident charged with threats against former President Trump and U.S. officials

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Shawn Monper, a 32-year-old resident of Butler, Pennsylvania, faces charges of making threats to assault and murder key figures, including former President Donald J. Trump, various United States officials, and U.S. Immigration and Customs...

Washington D.C. gang member receives five-year sentence for drug distribution conspiracy

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Dartanyan Ricardo Hawkins, 30, of Washington D.C., has been sentenced to a five-year federal prison term for his part in a conspiracy involving substantial marijuana distribution within the District of Columbia.

Justice Department surpasses $12 billion in crime victim compensation since 2000

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As the United States marks the 2025 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, the Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced it surpassed $12 billion in compensation to crime victims since the turn of the millennium.

Bonta appeals court block on California's child online protection law

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California Attorney General Rob Bonta has filed an appeal against a decision made by the Northern District of California.

Jury convicts Pine Ridge man of assault with a dangerous weapon

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A jury in Rapid City, South Dakota, has found Frank Long Black Cat guilty of assault with a dangerous weapon.

Former Vermont caregiver sentenced for neglect and fraud

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David Mumley, a former caregiver from Vermont, has been sentenced after pleading guilty to charges including neglect of a vulnerable adult, voyeurism, and health care fraud.

Court grants TRO to maintain USDA funding for Maine programs

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The court has granted the state of Maine a temporary restraining order in a case involving USDA funding.

Denver man found guilty of trafficking fentanyl and meth

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A jury in Denver has found Leonardo Medina guilty of several charges related to drug trafficking, according to an announcement from the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Colorado.

Michigan Attorney General emphasizes support for crime victims during Rights Week

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Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel reaffirmed her commitment to supporting crime victims across the state in honor of Crime Victims’ Rights Week.

Justice Department backs Islamic group in land use lawsuit in New York

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The Justice Department has filed a statement of interest in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York, backing a claim by a religious Islamic organization.

Ahoskie man sentenced to 71 months for firearm and drug offenses

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An Ahoskie man, Nyjawaun Ezell, also known as "Nike," has been sentenced to 71 months in prison on charges related to firearms and drug trafficking, as announced in New Bern, North Carolina.

Brooklyn resident faces multiple charges in Vermont drug trafficking investigation

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Zaquikon T. Roy, a 35-year-old previously residing in Brooklyn, New York, has been charged with multiple offenses by a grand jury in Rutland, Vermont.

Southern District of Texas charges 229 for immigration and border offenses

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A total of 229 cases concerning immigration and border security offences were announced by U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei for the Southern District of Texas.

Attorney general joins coalition supporting law firms against Trump administration's executive orders

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New York Attorney General Letitia James has aligned with a group of 20 attorneys general in submitting amicus briefs to support law firms targeted by recent Executive Orders from the Trump administration.

Lancaster man convicted in absentia for child sexual abuse material charges

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An Antelope Valley man has been convicted in absentia for creating and receiving explicit images of a teenage girl whom he had persuaded to engage in illegal sexual activities, as revealed by the Justice Department.

Florida man sentenced to 18 months for tax crimes involving healthcare companies

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A Florida resident, Paul Walczak, received an 18-month prison sentence for tax-related offenses.

Attorney General Nessel introduces form for reporting Social Security disruptions

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Today, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel introduced a new reporting form intended for Michigan residents who are facing disruptions in their Social Security benefits or services.

Attorney General Ellison joins amicus briefs against Trump executive orders targeting law firms

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Attorney General Keith Ellison announced his participation in a coalition of 21 attorneys general, filing two amicus briefs in support of law firms contesting executive orders from the Trump administration.

Charleston man charged with sexual exploitation of minors

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South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has announced the arrest of Homer Lionel Snipes, a 67-year-old resident of Charleston, South Carolina.

Canadian money mule sentenced in scam targeting elderly

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U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo has announced the sentencing of Mohamed Khaled Sakr, a 31-year-old resident of Montreal, Quebec.