Office of Public Affairs | Justice Department Files Statement of Interest in California Fire Insurance Case
The Office of Public Affairs has announced that the Justice Department has filed a Statement of Interest in a pivotal California fire insurance case. This action underscores the federal government’s…
Office of Public Affairs | Member of Prolific Russian Ransomware Group Sentenced to Prison
The Office of Public Affairs reported that a member of a notorious Russian ransomware group has been sentenced to prison for their involvement in cybercrimes. The individual, part of a…
Office of Public Affairs | Texas Doctor Convicted for Illegally Distributing More than a Million Pills
The Office of Public Affairs announced that a Texas doctor has been convicted for illegally distributing over a million prescription pills, marking a significant stride in combating opioid abuse. The…
Office of Public Affairs | Justice Department Sues the City of Denver for Unconstitutional Weapons Bans
The Office of Public Affairs recently announced that the Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against the City of Denver regarding its firearms regulations. The lawsuit claims that certain weapons…
Office of Public Affairs | Two Sentenced to Prison for $522M Genetic Testing Fraud and Illegal Kickback Scheme Targeting Medicare and Medicaid
The Office of Public Affairs announced that two individuals have been sentenced to prison for their involvement in a $522 million genetic testing fraud scheme that targeted Medicare and Medicaid.…
Office of Public Affairs | California Tax Preparer Pleads Guilty to Filing False Returns and Fraudulently Obtaining COVID Benefits; Caused More than $25 Million in Losses to the Government
A California tax preparer recently pleaded guilty to filing false tax returns and fraudulently obtaining COVID-19 relief benefits, resulting in over $25 million in government losses. The individual manipulated tax…
Overseas Overnight Trading Summary for May 5, 2026
On May 5, 2026, overseas overnight trading showed mixed results across various markets. Asian equities opened slightly higher, buoyed by strong performance in the technology sector, while concerns over inflation…
READOUT: US departments of Labor, Education host roundtable discussion on degree-connected apprenticeships during National Apprenticeship Week 2026
During National Apprenticeship Week 2026, the U.S. Departments of Labor and Education convened a roundtable discussion focused on degree-connected apprenticeships. This event aimed to highlight innovative pathways that combine academic…
US Department of Labor issues advisory opinion on Idaho Farm Bureau Federation’s proposed group health insurance plan
The U.S. Department of Labor recently issued an advisory opinion regarding the Idaho Farm Bureau Federation’s proposed group health insurance plan. This decision comes amidst increasing interest from agricultural organizations…
US Department of Labor finds railroad wrongfully suspended worker for reporting train collision, safety concerns
The U.S. Department of Labor has determined that a railroad company wrongfully suspended an employee for reporting a train collision and expressing safety concerns. The investigation revealed that the worker…