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The FBI and Department of Justice hailed the arrests and charges as crucial in protecting national security and public safety. Researchers say the fungus is found in wheat and barley crops and is commonly studied.

Both of Michigan's U.S. Attorneys are Biden appointees who announced their resignations this week.

A Lansing chemist has been found guilty of conspiracy to steal trade secrets, economic espionage, and wire fraud. 59-year-old Dr. Xiaorong You was…