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What Is GUARD Act? New Bill Would Require Americans to Submit ID or Face Scan to Use AI Chatbots

The GUARD Act, advancing in the US Senate, mandates age verification for AI chatbot users, raising privacy concerns and potential industry impacts.

International Business Times UK

‘Have to review the actual wording’: In a terrifying moment for the country, Trump’s judicial nominees refuse to stand by the Constitution

They made it very clear who they're actually going to serve.

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'Israel First, America Last', Iran FM Claims US War Costs Have Hit £79B as He Accuses the Pentagon of Lying to Taxpayers

Iran's foreign minister claims the US has understated the cost of the war on Iran, alleging it has cost £79bn, four times the Pentagon's reported figure.

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Troops at polling sites and true cost of Iran war: Key takeaways from Hegseth’s clash in the Senate

Secretary again on the defensive as Democratic senators demand answers on Middle East conflict

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Ban on kids’ companion chatbots advanced by Senate committee

Providers of artificial intelligence companion chatbots would need to verify users’ ages and ban minors from the companions under a bill that advanced unanimously in a Senate committee Thursday. The Judiciary Committee voted 22-0 to approve the bill, which would make it a crime to knowingly provide a chatbot that…

Roll Call

US gambling addiction is ‘out of control’ as betting markets boom, policy expert warns

The gambling crisis ‘demands a public health response’ and should be regulated like alcohol or tobacco, expert says

The Guardian - US

Senator presses DOJ and Treasury over status of Binance monitors after $1.7 billion in Iran-linked crypto flows

As part of its 2023 plea deal, the world’s largest crypto exchange agreed to have two separate firms oversee its operations for three years.

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Republicans attach transgender issues to voter ID push

President Donald Trump turbocharged a Republican push for a voter ID and election overhaul bill known as the SAVE America Act, sparking a high-profile debate over the future of elections, proof of citizenship and an end to many mail-in ballots. At the same time, Trump tacked on completely unrelated legislation…

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Democrats and Republicans Both Want To Regulate AI. They Just Can't Agree on How.

As lawmakers of both major parties hustle to regulate their preferred villains, they're losing sight of the big picture. The possible gains to humanity from AI are enormous.

Reason

ICE released an Afghan interpreter after three months in detention. Now officers have arrested his teenage son

After the Trump administration tried to deport his father to ‘near certain death’ in his home country, ICE is coming for his son, senator says

The Independent UK

US senators rebuke Ticketmaster for raising fees after hidden charge crackdown: ‘Bait and switch’

Richard Blumenthal says Ticketmaster acts like it has ‘get-out-of-jail-free card’ as records show company upping fees to avoid losses

The Guardian - US

Why the Connecticut Sun's Move to Houston Has Raised Questions From WNBA World

The New England region will soon be without a W team.

Sports Illustrated

Trump’s chilling ‘fertile territory for ICE’ claim unleashes a new airport nightmare, but the untold agenda behind it is even more shocking

President Donald Trump has openly called airports “fertile territory” for US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers, who began deploying across the country on Monday to supposedly aid with security. This move comes as security lines are growing longer thanks to a shutdown at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS),…

The Mary Sue

Cost of Noem’s makeup and horse rental for her $143 million ad that led to her ouster is revealed

The taxpayer footed the bill for nearly $4,000 worth of hair and makeup services for Noem, financial records show

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Trump faces his most difficult Iran war decision: Will he deploy US troops to seize uranium?

President Donald Trump faces the most daunting question of the Iran war: Will he put U.S. troops on the ground to secure the enriched uranium Tehran could use to build nuclear weapons

The Independent UK

Pentagon asks White House to approve $200B request to Congress for Iran war: report

The Pentagon had already reportedly spent more than $11.3 billion in the first six days of the Iran war

Roll Call

Confirmation hearing for Markwayne Mullin to lead DHS gets ‘spicy’

Sen. Markwayne Mullin faced his colleagues Wednesday in an often-heated confirmation hearing to lead the Department of Homeland Security, fielding questions about enforcing the administration’s immigration deportations, the ongoing shutdown and concerns about his previous travel. The Oklahoma Republican was tapped by President Donald Trump earlier this month to replace…

Roll Call

SPR drawdown might not be enough for consumers, Democrats say

President Donald Trump’s decision to draw crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve received little criticism on Capitol Hill Thursday, although Democrats expressed reservations that it would not do much to insulate Americans from global price volatility resulting from the war in Iran. Senate Energy and Natural Resources ranking member…

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Axios

Dems plan probes into companies, colleges that cooperated with Trump

Senate Judiciary members Adam Schiff, Sheldon Whitehouse and Richard Blumenthal are involved in planning discussions.

Euronews

US Justice Department digs into Iran's sanctions evasion via Binance

The US Justice Department has begun investigating Iran’s alleged use of Binance to circumvent sanctions, especially funds transferred through the crypto exchange to finance terrorist organisations like Yemen’s Houthi militants.

The Independent UK

Trump’s plan in Iran is not ‘regime change’ but ‘endless war,’ senior Democrat says after intelligence briefing

'Incoherent' aims and 'unforgiveable' lack of foresight mean Trump administration has 'no plans' on how to re-open Strait of Hormuz or exit war

The Independent UK

Trump is grilling aides about Corey Lewandowski’s role in Kristi Noem’s $200M ad campaign: report

Noem’s top adviser is reportedly under fire after bipartisan backlash against her testimony on government contracts

Latin Times

Democratic Lawmakers Demand 'Reckoning' After Noem Ouster: 'Murders Took Place Under Her Watch'

Democrats responded to Kristi Noem's removal as Homeland Security secretary with calls for investigations, possible impeachment and, in some cases, criminal prosecution.

International Business Times UK

What's Next for Corey Lewandowski After Donald Trump Fired Kristi Noem? Top Aide Allegedly Approves DHS Millions

Corey Lewandowski's future at DHS was thrown into doubt after Donald Trump fired Kristi Noem, but the deeper pressure comes from reporting that disputes her sworn denial of his role in department contracts.

The Independent UK

Kristi Noem faces possible impeachment and criminal investigation after hearings shine light on Lewandowski

Looking to build momentum from secretary’s ousting, Democrats call for a ‘reckoning’ at DHS

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