U.S. authorities
Coverage of U.S. authorities in the Nexus archive.
- Feds plan new Bahamas search for Lynette Hooker after GPS data allegedly torpedoes husband’s story: source
Federal investigators are reopening the search for missing Michigan woman Lynette Hooker in the Bahamas after GPS data from her husband's device allegedly contradicts his account of the night she vanished. Authorities plan to deploy a dive team to search new areas in the Sea of Abaco following discrepancies in the husband's story and newly analyzed data from the couple's boat.
- Russian Fuel Tanker Fails to Reach Cuba, Changes Course After Weeks at Sea
A Russian fuel tanker intended for Cuba altered its course after weeks at sea, with The Insider reporting that U.S. authorities likely blocked its journey due to sanctions.
- U.S.-wanted nephew of drug lord "El Chapo" is captured in Mexico
The U.S.-wanted nephew of Mexican drug lord Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman was captured in Mexico by officials. The arrest highlights ongoing efforts by U.S. authorities to target key figures in the drug trade.
- U.S.-wanted nephew of drug lord "El Chapo" is captured in Mexico
The U.S. has captured the nephew of Mexican drug lord Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman. He is wanted by American authorities for his alleged involvement in drug trafficking.
- Canadian man arrested by international authorities, charged with administrating KimWolf DDoS botnet
A Canadian man has been arrested by Canadian authorities and charged in the U.S. District of Alaska with operating the KimWolf DDoS botnet, which targeted internet-connected devices. The criminal complaint was unsealed following his arrest, marking a coordinated international law enforcement action against the cybercriminal infrastructure.
- Between Intent and Capability: Assessing the Lack of Iranian Attacks on the U.S. Homeland
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps threatened to attack the U.S. homeland three days into a conflict, claiming the Qods Force would deploy capabilities against Americans. The statement warned that the United States would no longer be safe, prompting U.S. authorities to initiate a nationwide high alert.
- Police dismantles 9 crypto scam centers, arrests 276 suspects
A joint operation by U.S. and Chinese authorities arrested 276 suspects and dismantled nine cryptocurrency investment fraud centers in a global crackdown on scams.
- Tether Freezes $344 Million in USDT Stablecoins Flagged for Illicit Activity
Tether froze $344 million in USDT stablecoins linked to illicit activity, coordinating with U.S. authorities on one of its largest asset freezes. The action highlights regulatory efforts to combat illegal financial activities in cryptocurrency.
- U.S. Authorities Shut Down Major China-Linked AI Tech Smuggling Network
U.S. authorities have shut down a major smuggling network linked to China that illegally exported advanced AI technology and Nvidia equipment out of the United States. Two businessmen are in custody for violating export control laws, while a Houston company and its owner have pleaded guilty to smuggling cutting-edge AI technology. The U.S. has seized over $50 million in Nvidia technologies and cash as part of the investigation.