NATIONAL SECURITY

Jun 03 2026TECHNOLOGY

New rules aim to check AI before it goes public

The White House just set up a quick review system for the most powerful AI tools before they hit the market. Developers can choose to join in, but they won't have to. The whole process gives the government just 30 days to flag any national security worries. That’s a short window for an industry that

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Jun 03 2026POLITICS

A housing boss steps into a high-stakes security role—without the background

President Trump has named Bill Pulte, a real estate regulator with no national security experience, to temporarily head the U. S. intelligence community. Pulte currently runs the Federal Housing Finance Agency and still holds that job while taking on the new role. His appointment replaces Tulsi Gabb

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May 04 2026POLITICS

Wind Projects Stopped: Security Claims Block U. S. Energy Plans

The Trump team has paused many onshore wind farms across the United States, saying that national security could be at risk. About 165 projects on private land are stuck in the approval process, with the Pentagon stepping in to review each one. Some of these sites were already ready for final approva

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Apr 14 2026TECHNOLOGY

Tech Company in Talks with Government About New AI Model

A U. S. tech firm is quietly working with officials to share details about its latest artificial intelligence system, even after a disagreement with the military led to restrictions on its use. The company, known for developing advanced AI tools, recently announced a new model designed for coding an

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Apr 11 2026POLITICS

A Congressman Praises Melania Trump’s Epstein Comments, But What’s Really Going On?

A Republican lawmaker from Indiana recently shared his thoughts on First Lady Melania Trump’s remarks about Jeffrey Epstein’s victims. He called her words “so appropriate” and argued that her position gives her statements extra weight in today’s divided political climate. He believes her message sta

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Mar 23 2026POLITICS

Police Get New Rights to Grab Digital Keys in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police can now force people suspected of breaking the national security law to give them phone or computer passwords. If someone refuses, they could face up to a year in jail and a fine of HK$100, 000. Giving wrong information could cost up to three years in prison and a fine of HK$500, 00

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Mar 17 2026POLITICS

Behind the Scenes: The Battle Over a Key Climate Research Hub

A major dispute has erupted over a respected climate research center in Colorado, with its leaders accusing the federal government of targeting the lab as political revenge. The center, known for tracking weather patterns and atmospheric changes, was founded by a group of 129 universities across Nor

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Feb 28 2026POLITICS

American AI and the Edge of Ethics

The United States has recently taken a bold step against a private artificial‑intelligence firm, demanding that it remove built‑in ethical safeguards from its software. The move was sparked by a high‑level executive who labeled the company “radical left” and warned that its technology could threaten

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Feb 28 2026POLITICS

U. S. Takes a Stand: The AI Supply‑Chain Showdown

The Trump team made headlines by telling all federal agencies to ditch Anthropic’s AI tools. In a flurry of posts on Truth Social, President Donald Trump declared the company unfit for national defense. He warned that any continued use would trigger “civil and criminal consequences. ” The Pentagon’s

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Feb 18 2026TECHNOLOGY

Tech Deals and National Security: A New Look at U. S. Rules

The conversation starts with the idea that technology deals can pose hidden threats to national safety. It then explains how a new book tackles the maze of U. S. rules that guard against such risks. The author, who runs a cyber‑strategy firm in Washington, D. C. , argues that the growing list of reg

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