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Three tax preparers from Michigan were indicted for conspiring to defraud the U.S. and preparing false tax returns, allegedly generating unentitled refunds. They face significant prison time if convicted.

Neil Suresh Chandran and Bryan Lee were sentenced to 36 months and 136 months in prison, respectively, for defrauding over 10,000 investors of more than $45 million between 2018 and 2022 in Nebraska.

Angelo Martino, 41, of Land O’Lakes, Florida, was sentenced to 70 months in prison for conspiring with BlackCat ransomware actors to extort multiple victims. He was found guilty of betraying clients and facilitating ransomware attacks in 2023.

Michael Sam Teekaye Jr., 22, was sentenced to 15 years in prison for attempting to provide material support to ISIS. He revealed plans to join ISIS and carry out attacks in Maryland, leading to his arrest at BWI.

Three Texas tax preparers were sentenced to prison for conspiring to file false tax returns, causing tax losses exceeding $3.5 million. The sentences were 50 months, 26 months, and 18 months for Chacko, Pillai, and Suresh, respectively.

Alexis Aldair Chavez, a member of a Nihilistic Violent Extremist group, was sentenced to 40 years in prison and ordered to pay $10,000 in restitution for racketeering and child exploitation in San Antonio, TX.

Agapito Jorge Ventura and Oswaldo Manuel Zavala Quino pleaded guilty to human smuggling charges related to a deadly crash in Chiapas, Mexico, that killed over 50 people. They face life sentences for their roles in the conspiracy to smuggle illegal aliens into the U.S.

The FTC and five states reached a settlement with Deere & Company, resolving allegations of unfair restrictions on farmers' ability to repair their own equipment. The settlement mandates Deere to provide repair resources to farmers and independent technicians for 10 years.

Andrew Milgrim, a 37-year-old man from Gardner, MA, has agreed to plead guilty to tampering with opioids intended for hospice and memory care patients in Fitchburg, MA. He faces one count of tampering with a consumer product.

The FTC is distributing over $2.7 million to 62,893 consumers harmed by Handy Technologies' deceptive earnings claims and undisclosed fees. This action follows a complaint filed in January 2025 regarding misleading advertising practices.

Ruthia He, founder of Done Global Inc., was sentenced to 72 months in prison for orchestrating a scheme that unlawfully distributed over 37 million pills of Adderall, defrauding insurers of over $12 million. Co-defendant David Brody received a 24-month sentence. Location: California.

Gary Topolewski, 64, was sentenced to 78 months in prison for a bank fraud scheme that defrauded seven financial institutions of approximately $39 million. He was ordered to pay over $19.4 million in restitution and $21.8 million in forfeiture in Northridge, CA.

The HHS-OIG has denied the recertification of the New York State Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, suspending $60 million in federal funding due to low enforcement levels. Albany, NY.

Saad Aziz and Zabed Chowdhury were indicted for a multi-million dollar health care fraud scheme involving kickbacks and fraudulent Medicaid claims in Central Islip, NY.

The FTC issued warning letters to seven companies for misrepresenting products as 'Made in the USA' or 'Made in Texas.' This action aims to protect consumers and ensure fair competition among businesses. The companies include A&F Drum Company LLC and others.

The Justice Department proposed a settlement with Willow Bridge Property Company LLC to resolve claims of algorithmic coordination and data sharing in rental markets. The settlement aims to prevent anticompetitive practices that harm affordability for consumers.

Francia Aguila and Gifty Appiah were arrested for impersonating a doctor and stealing over $100,000 from Medicaid at Steinway Hope Medical in Astoria, NY. They face multiple charges including unauthorized practice of a profession.

Nduka Lewis Ekpenyong, owner of Duke Medical, was arrested for allegedly stealing over $2.5 million from Medicaid through fraudulent claims for nutritional supplements. The scheme left children without necessary products and involved over 6,000 false claims.

Massachusetts AG Andrea Joy Campbell announced a $2.75 million settlement with Bear Mountain Healthcare LLC for systematic understaffing leading to resident neglect in its nursing facilities.

Danielle Lucas, a caregiver in Baltimore City, was convicted and sentenced for stealing from a resident of an assisted living facility. This action highlights the exploitation of vulnerable adults in care settings.

Attorney General Liz Murrill announced the arrest of 21 individuals for Medicaid fraud, resulting in $73 million in ordered restitution in Louisiana.

Juan Jaramillo Vazquez, a 50-year-old Mexican national, was sentenced to two years in federal prison for illegal reentry and aggravated identity theft in Tampa, Florida. He pleaded guilty on March 27, 2026.

Progressive Oncology & Hematology, LLC and its owner, Dr. Mouhamad Bazzi, agreed to pay $1.45 million to settle allegations of fraudulent billing under the False Claims Act in Frederick, Maryland.

The FTC finalized an order against Publishing.com LLC and its principals, CEO Christian Mikkelsen and CPO Rasmus Mikkelsen, settling allegations of misleading consumers about earnings from self-publishing products. They will pay $1.5 million and must substantiate future earnings claims.

Hopper Inc. and its subsidiary Hopper (USA) Inc. will pay $35 million to settle FTC allegations of unfairly charging hidden fees and misleading consumers about services. The settlement prohibits deceptive practices regarding fees and requires clear disclosures.

The FTC and DOJ took 18 merger enforcement actions in FY 2025 to maintain competition across various markets, reviewing 2,006 transactions under the HSR Act. The actions included litigation and consent orders, addressing antitrust concerns.

A Guatemalan man, Miranda-Orozco, pleaded guilty for his role in a 2022 alien smuggling event in San Antonio, Texas, resulting in 53 deaths. He faces a maximum penalty of life in prison.

Two Romanian brothers pleaded guilty to wire fraud for a scheme that defrauded SNAP benefits across multiple states, stealing over $760,000. They face up to 20 years in prison. Location: North Carolina.

In fiscal year 2025, the DOJ and FTC took 18 merger enforcement actions to maintain competition, with 10 initiated by the DOJ. These actions addressed concerns in various sectors including healthcare and technology.

New York Attorney General Letitia James warns businesses against price gouging during an extreme heatwave, urging consumers to report violations. Penalties can reach $25,000 per violation.

New York Attorney General Letitia James has sued Quality Canines Inc., operating as Puppy Boutique, for illegally selling hundreds of puppies in violation of the Puppy Mill Pipeline Act. The store sourced puppies from inhumane conditions, exposing consumers to health risks and high veterinary bills.

Joseph Makhani, 63, was found guilty of stealing two Harlem brownstones valued at $4.7 million, forcing an elderly homeowner into homelessness. He faces up to 25 years in prison after a seven-week trial in New York.

The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Iowa issued a temporary restraining order against dog breeder Wuanita Swedlund, leading to the seizure of 32 dogs due to repeated violations of the Animal Welfare Act. The dogs are now in a local shelter.

Manuel Valenzuela, a Mexican national, was sentenced to five years in prison for smuggling unaccompanied alien children into the U.S. using THC-laced candy to sedate them. The smuggling occurred from Juarez, Mexico to El Paso, Texas.

Alibaba Group and AUS Merchant Services have agreed to pay $600 million to resolve allegations of failing to prevent illegal sales of pharmaceuticals and controlled substances through their e-commerce platforms. The violations occurred between 2016 and 2024, leading to significant illegal transactions into the U.S.

Peter Stokes, a member of the hacking group Scattered Spider, was arrested in Finland and extradited to the U.S. to face charges of conspiracy, computer intrusion, and fraud. The group has caused over $100 million in ransom payments and significant damages to U.S. businesses.

New York Attorney General Letitia James secured a settlement to shut down Liberty Smokeland, an unlicensed vape shop in Ilion, Herkimer County, for selling flavored e-cigarettes to minors. The shop must cease operations and its owner is permanently banned from selling vape products in New York.

New York Attorney General Letitia James secured $3.3 million from Cal-Maine Foods, Versova/Centrum, and Hickman’s Egg Ranch for illegally colluding to raise egg prices. The settlement includes the donation of over 50 million eggs to food banks nationwide.

New York Attorney General Letitia James leads a coalition suing the Trump administration over a federal rule threatening Medicaid coverage for vulnerable New Yorkers. The rule could affect 475,000 recipients with serious health conditions, disabilities, and mental health needs.