DOJ Announces First Ever Charges Against Chinese Manufacturers of Opiate Substances
Two Chinese nationals suspected of manufacturing and distributing in the U.S. a synthetic opioid that kills thousands of Americans every year were recently indicted.
ATF Busts Gun Burglary Ring Responsible for 400 Stolen Firearms
The Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) arrested 17 people accused of stealing firearms from gun stores across the state of Colorado.
Supreme Court May Consider Change to Terry Frisk Standard
A West Virginian is asking the Supreme Court to consider whether the test for conducting a search in conjunction with a lawful Terry stop requires a particularized basis for believing the person poses a present danger to officer safety.
Supreme Court Grants Certiorari to Decide Whether Union Fees For Non-Member Public Employees Violate First Amendment
On September 28, 2017, the Supreme Court granted certiorari to consider whether agency fee arrangements imposed by public unions on non-member public employees are constitutional.
Pizza Connection Trial Begins | September 30, 1985
In the late 1970s and early 1980s, several locally owned pizza parlors in major East Coast and Midwest cities were fronts for an international heroin organization.
Postal Service Manager Sentenced to Eight Years for Directing a Federal Corruption and Drug Distribution Scheme
A former U.S. Postal Service (USPS) station manager was sentenced to 97 months in prison for his role directing a bribery and drug scheme inside the USPS.
Professional Liability Insurance for Federal Agents
Federal law enforcement officers have increased risk of civil, administrative and criminal liabilities due to the nature of their duties.
Indiana Department of Natural Resources Officer is Aug 2017 Officer of the Month
The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund has selected Conservation Officer Nick Wilson, of the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, as the recipient of its Officer of the Month Award for August 2017.
FBI Arrests 10 in First Round of NCAA Investigation Charges
The fabric of college sports as we know it is tearing. At a press conference Tuesday, four assistant coaches were indicted by federal authorities for their alleged involvement in schemes to steer recruits to agents and financial advisors paying them to do so.
In the Heat of the Night is released | August 2, 1967
In the Heat of the Night beat out The Graduate, Bonnie & Clyde, and Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner for the Academy Award for Best Picture in 1968.
This Week on FEDtalk: We the Podcast People
This week on FEDtalk, we are excited to host two prominent figures in the world of podcasting, both of whom have started new projects focusing on the U.S. Constitution.
Man Arrested for Impersonating Federal Officer During Hurricane Irma Relief
A man in Puerto Rico was charged for impersonating a federal law enforcement officer acting under the authority of the United States, according to a statement from the DOJ.
DOJ Won’t Prosecute Officers in Freddie Gray Case
Citing insufficient evidence, the Department of Justice announced Tuesday the six Baltimore police officers involved in the death of Freddie Gray on April 19th, 2015 will not face federal charges.
FBI Sentences Sex Traffickers in Chicago and Indiana
The FBI announced the sentencing of 45-year-old Nathan Nicholson and his two 24-year-old twin sons, Myrelle and Tyrelle Lockett, who ran a sex trafficking operation affecting numerous underage girls and women, at least one of whom was also kidnapped by the men.
FLEOA Defends Your Salary and Retirement
Recent budget proposals by both the Trump Administration and Congress that adversely affect your pay and pensions are strongly opposed by the Federal Law Enforcement Officer's Association.
Responding Appropriately to a Line of Duty Trauma
By now, most kids are back in school writing colorful essays about their experiences over the summer which, no doubt, include new adventures, camp opportunities, and lots of sun.
DOJ Charges Bank Managers in $170 Million Scheme
The Department of Justice (DOJ) announced it would file charges against two French bank managers accused of transmitting false and misleading information about the London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR), “a global benchmark interest rate to which trillions of dollars of financial transactions are tied.”
FBI Offers Reward on 25th Anniversary of Cold Case
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Illinois State Police have jointly announced a five-figure reward for information leading to suspects in a murder that took place 25 years ago, yesterday.
Trump Administration Feud with Chicago Escalates
Throughout his campaign, President Trump made a point of repeatedly using Chicago as being emblematic of many of the woes facing the country.
This Week on FEDtalk: Running Late for (Presidential) Appointments
Tune in to FedTalk this week for a discussion on the presidential appointment process, including the history of presidential appointments, and the possible risks associated with a historically slow risk of appointments, as well as a spate of acting appointments on which the clock is running out.