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Burnsville Felon Charged With Illegal Possession of Machineguns
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 16, 2023
A Burnsville man has been charged in a criminal complaint for illegal possession of machinegun conversion devices, or switches, and for possessing firearms as a felon, announced U.S. Attorney Andrew M. Luger.
Man Sentenced to Nearly 5 Years in Prison for Illegally Possessing Loaded Gun in Rockford
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 16, 2023
A federal judge has sentenced a man to nearly five years in federal prison for illegally possessing a loaded firearm in Rockford.
Fresno Men Charged for Series of Vehicle Pipe-Bombings
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 16, 2023
A federal grand jury returned an indictment today against Scott Eric Anderson, 43, and Paul New, 55, both of Fresno, charging them with conspiracy to destroy by means of an explosive device and malicious destruction by means of an explosive device, U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert announced
Joshua Pincoske Pleads Guilty to Production of Child Sexual Abuse Materials and Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Materials
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 16, 2023
he Office of the United States Attorney for the District of Vermont announced that Joshua Pincoske, 47, of Concord, New Hampshire pleaded guilty today in United States District Court in Concord, New Hampshire to one count of production of child sexual abuse materials (formerly called child pornography) and one count of possession of child pornography. U.S. District Judge Joseph N. Laplante ordered that Pincoske remain detained in the custody of the United States Marshals Service pending sentencing.
Minneapolis Man Sentenced to Over Seven Years in Prison for Violent Armed Robbery Spree of Minneapolis Businesses
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 16, 2023
A Minneapolis man was sentenced to 88 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release for his role in three armed robberies of Minneapolis businesses, announced United States Attorney Andrew M. Luger.
Armed Career Criminal Sentenced to 30 Years in Federal Prison on Drug Trafficking and Firearm Offenses
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 16, 2023
Carlos Kentral Kerney, 43, of Gainesville, Florida, was sentenced to a total of 30 years in federal prison following his conviction for possession with intent to distribute controlled substances, carrying a firearm during and in relation to drug trafficking, and possession of a firearm by a felon. Jason R. Coody, United States Attorney for the Northern District of Florida announced the sentence.
Felon Sentenced to Prison for Illegal Possession of Firearm
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 16, 2023
A man with multiple state and federal felony convictions was sentenced today to a total of five years and five months in prison for violating supervised release on prior convictions and for illegally possessing a firearm after law enforcement found a loaded gun in a vehicle he was driving when it crashed, U.S. Attorney Jesse Laslovich said.
Attempted “Straw” Firearm Purchaser Sentenced to One Year in Prison
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 16, 2023
Timothy M. O’Shea, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced that Taylor A. Kratochwill-Loomis, 22, DeForest, Wisconsin, was sentenced today by U.S. District Judge William M. Conley to one year and one day in prison for making false statements while attempting to purchase a firearm for a prohibited person.
Jackson Felon Sentenced to 14 Years in Federal Prison for Using 3D-Printers to Manufacture Machineguns
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 16, 2023
A Jackson man was sentenced to 168 months in federal prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm and engaging in business as a manufacturer of firearms, announced U.S. Attorney Darren J. LaMarca and Acting Special Agent in Charge Anthony Spotswood of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
Fort Myers Man Sentenced To More Than Six Years In Federal Prison For Firearms And Narcotics Offenses
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 16, 2023
U.S. District Judge Thomas P. Barber has sentenced Doumy Joseph (27, Fort Myers) to six years and nine months in federal prison for possession with the intent to distribute a controlled substance and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking offense
Former Grantham Man Indicted for Embezzling More Than $230,000 From Charity
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 16, 2023
A former Grantham man and current resident of Holly Springs, North Carolina, was indicted in connection with stealing nearly a quarter million dollars from a charity and gambling away a large amount of the stolen funds at the MGM casino in Springfield, Massachusetts, U.S. Attorney Jane E. Young announces.
Senator Collins Calls for Increased Funding to Cover Military Fuel Shortfalls
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 16, 2023
At a hearing to review the fiscal year 2024 budget request for the Department of Defense, U.S. Senator Collins, Vice Chairman of the Appropriations Committee, questioned Joint Chiefs of Staff General Mark Milley on the Administration’s under-budgeted calculations for fuel costs to maintain military readiness.
Senator Murray Opening Remarks at Full Committee Hearing on Strengthening America's Security and Competitiveness and the Path Ahead for the US-China Relationship
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 16, 2023
n May 16, U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, led a full committee hearing with U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, and U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo to examine President Biden’s budget request in the context of the U.S.-China relationship and discuss the investments needed in the upcoming fiscal year to strengthen America’s security and competitiveness and stay ahead of global competitors like China.
Graham: Attorney General Garland and FBI Director Wray Should Pick Up the Phone and Apologize to Those Whose Lives Were Ruined by Wrongdoing Detailed in Durham Report
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 16, 2023
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, today made these statements during an interview with Fox News’ Bill Hemmer.
Graham, Durbin Introduce Resolution Recognizing National Police Week
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 16, 2023
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina), Senate Judiciary Committee Ranking Member, and U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-Illinois), Senate Judiciary Committee Chair, introduced a resolution designating the week of May 14 through 20, 2023 as National Police Week.
Durbin Questions Witnesses During Judiciary Subcommittee Hearing on Oversight of Artificial Intelligence
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 16, 2023
Durbin: I don’t want to repeat the mistakes of Section 230, failure to regulate Big Tech
Durbin: No American is Immune to the Scourge of Gun Violence in this Country
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 16, 2023
In a speech on the Senate floor, Durbin calls on his colleagues to honor National Police Week by passing gun safety laws; remembers fallen Chicago Police Officer Aréanah Preston
Durbin Delivers Opening Statement During Judiciary Subcommittee Hearing on Oversight of Artificial Intelligence
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 16, 2023
Durbin calls for Congress to swiftly act on oversight of AI
Leader Of Newburgh Street Gang Admits To 2016 Murder
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 16, 2023
Damian Williams, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, announced that ARDAE HINES, a/k/a “Young Money,” a/k/a “YM,” pled guilty today to conspiracy to commit murder in aid of racketeering and distribution of narcotics in connection with his involvement in the August 1, 2016, murder of Deandric Little in Newburgh, New York. As part of his guilty plea, HINES admitted that he knowingly and intentionally agreed to kill Little and that Little died as a result.
Man Wanted for 2016 Homicide Arrested by U.S. Marshals in Youngstown
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 16, 2023
his afternoon, members of the Youngstown Division of the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force arrested Daundre Turner, 25. Turner was wanted by the Youngstown Police Department for aggravated murder and aggravated robbery.