Scoop: House Democrat's bill would mandate AI disclosure Rep. Ritchie Torres' bill is the latest in a wave of new legislative efforts to regulate A Axios · Jun 3, 2023
‘Bullying’ campaign after US graduate speech criticises Israel Politicians from both US major parties condemn CUNY Law graduation address by young woman critical of Israeli policies. Al Jazeera · May 31, 2023
Brooklyn-based Coin Cafe ordered to return $4.3 million to 'defrauded' crypto investors by New York New York attorney general The move comes two weeks after the office proposed sweeping crypto legislation for New York State. Fortune · May 18, 2023
Netanyahu: ‘Expanded Campaign’ Possible Amid Enemy Rocket Onslaught Netanyahu is ready for the possibility of an expanded campaign and harsh strikes against Zenger · May 13, 2023
US man charged in New York City subway chokehold death Daniel Penny faces manslaughter charge in death of homeless subway passenger Jordan Neely, which set off protests. Al Jazeera · May 12, 2023
New York crypto bill exposes rifts among key regulators The financial capital of the world is debating the future of digital asset oversight. Fortune · May 11, 2023
From resume lies to criminal charges: A timeline of George Santos’ many scandals Examining a play-by-play of the strangest scandal to hit DC in recent memory The Independent UK · May 10, 2023
George Santos pleads not guilty to fraud and money laundering New York congressman known for lying appears in federal court on charges also including theft of public funds The Guardian - US · May 10, 2023
House GOP tries panel collaboration on crypto; Democrats leery - Roll Call House Agriculture and Financial Services Republicans are collaborating in an effort to agree on a legislative framework for cryptocurrencies. Roll Call · May 2, 2023
GOP-led House panel to hold Manhattan hearing targeting DA Alvin Bragg’s crime policies, NYC Dems furious at ‘stunt’ NEW YORK — A House panel led by Donald Trump ally Jim Jordan said Monday that it will hold a hearing next week in Manhattan tying District Attorney Alvin Bragg to local violent crime — infuriating Democrats and intensifying the GOP’s attacks on the prosecutor who charged the former president. Tribune News Service · Apr 10, 2023
Battery-related fires spark push for regulation Critics contend that federal regulation of lithium ion cells has lagged behind, putting lives in danger. Axios · Mar 31, 2023
Potential Trump arrest stokes lawmakers' fears of Jan. 6 redux One House Democrat urged DHS and DOJ to "take all necessary steps" to ensure safety. Axios · Mar 21, 2023
House ethics committee opens inquiry into Rep. George Santos NEW YORK — Rep. George Santos, already under the microscope of prosecutors, faced a bipartisan rebuke on Thursday from a group of his House colleagues, who unanimously ordered their own inquiry into the Republican’s outlandish campaign fabrications. Tribune News Service · Mar 2, 2023
Rep. Santos trades insults with Sen. Romney at State of the Union address President Joe Biden’s State of the Union address turned into an opportunity for politicians from both sides of the aisle to show what they really think of Rep. George Santos. Tribune News Service · Feb 8, 2023
The Conversation · Feb 3, 2023 George Santos: why the Republicans aren't doing anything about the controversial congressman, yet Republican Representative George Santos has been continuously embroiled in scandal since his election in November 2022.
Salon · Feb 2, 2023 Santos fumes over new FBI investigation FBI investigates Santos' role in alleged GoFundMe scheme for veteran's dying dog
Tribune News Service · Jan 29, 2023 George Santos scandal consumes Congress, chafes lawmakers on both sides of aisle Trailed constantly by shouting reporters, Rep. George Santos has become one of the most watched first-term congressmen in history.
Fortune · Jan 26, 2023 Ritchie Torres went from crypto ‘newbie’ to key ally in Washington. Now he could shape the industry’s post-FTX future The second-term Congressman from the Bronx is one of many who got donations from Sam Bankman-Fried. He's fighting for rules that could help crypto serve the "unbanked."
Tribune News Service · Jan 24, 2023 Leonard Greene: If Congressman Pants on Fire can get elected, then so can I As much as I’ve enjoyed my career in journalism, and the perks that have gone along with it, like playing basketball with Barack Obama, or exclusive interviews with the last three popes, I find myself thinking about the next chapter and how best to serve the public.
The Independent UK · Jan 23, 2023 From resume lies to criminal charges: A timeline of George Santos’ many scandals Examining a play-by-play of the strangest scandal to hit DC in recent memory
The Guardian - US · Jan 18, 2023 George Santos reportedly to be seated on two House committees The New York fabulist has been assigned to the small business and the science, space and technology committees
The Independent UK · Jan 17, 2023 ‘Outrageous’: George Santos assigned to two House committees despite fabricated resume, investigations and calls to resign He joins small business and space committees, which critics joked was a great get for a ‘successful entrepreneur and astronaut’ like the embattled GOP congressman
Tribune News Service · Jan 17, 2023 McCarthy criticized for turning a blind eye on Rep. George Santos' lies U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is taking heat for claiming he “had a few questions” about the resume of Rep. George Santos while insisting the serial liar should not be forced out of office.
The Guardian - US · Jan 15, 2023 George Santos a ‘bad guy’ who did ‘bad things’ but should not be forced out, top Republican says New York congressman’s résumé is largely fiction and campaign finance questions abide but support is vital for speaker McCarthy