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- 2026-06-08 regulatory AI leaders urged Congress to implement mandatory screening and recordkeeping for synthetic nucleic acids to prevent bioweapon creation. source
- 2026-06-06 regulatory AI leaders urged Congress to mandate screening for synthetic DNA sales due to bioweapon concerns. source
- 2026-06-05 regulatory AI CEOs urged Congress to mandate screening for synthetic DNA sales due to AI's potential to facilitate bioweapon creation. source
- 2026-06-05 regulatory AI CEOs from OpenAI, Anthropic, and Microsoft warned Congress about the risks of AI in bioweapon creation. source
- 2026-06-05 regulatory AI CEOs and experts urged Congress to mandate screening and record-keeping for synthetic DNA and RNA sales due to bioweapon risks. source
- 2026-06-05 regulatory AI company CEOs and experts urged Congress to implement mandatory screening for synthetic DNA and RNA sales to prevent bioweapon creation. source
- 2026-06-05 regulatory AI executives co-signed a letter urging Congress to implement safeguards for synthetic biology research. source
- 2026-06-04 regulatory AI leaders called on Congress to mandate screening of synthetic nucleic acid orders. source
- 2026-06-03 regulatory Congress passed a war powers resolution to limit U.S. military action against Iran, defying President Trump. source
- 2026-06-03 regulatory A bipartisan bill aimed at overhauling college sports was debated in the Senate Commerce Committee, with testimony from figures like Nick Saban. source
- 2026-05-19 regulatory A bipartisan bill was introduced in Congress proposing an annual registration fee for electric vehicles. source
- 2026-05-19 regulatory Congress is considering new regulations for prediction markets. source
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Social Security faces 22% benefit cut by 2032 without action
The latest Social Security Trustees report indicates that the program faces significant financial challenges, with the retirement trust fund projected to be depleted by late 2032. If no action is taken by Congress, this…
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Social Security chief touts service gains amid criticism
Social Security Administration Commissioner Frank Bisignano is set to testify before Congress regarding the agency's customer service improvements. He plans to highlight reduced phone wait times and increased service ca…
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White House, Congress seek to preempt state AI laws
The White House and Congressional leaders are reviving efforts to preemptively block certain state-level AI regulations. These negotiations aim to bundle federal AI preemption with other tech priorities, such as online …
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Judge strikes down Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee as unlawful tax
A federal judge has ruled that a $100,000 fee imposed by the Trump administration on new H-1B visas for highly skilled foreign workers is an unlawful tax. The judge concluded that Congress did not authorize such a fee, …
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AI Leaders Urge Congress to Screen for Bioweapon DNA
Over 70 AI leaders, including OpenAI's Sam Altman and Anthropic's Dario Amodei, have signed an open letter to Congress urging the implementation of mandatory screening and recordkeeping for synthetic nucleic acids. This…
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Trump calls Iran conflict 'military exercise,' denies war pledge
President Donald Trump has referred to the ongoing conflict with Iran as a "military exercise" rather than a war, despite significant fighting and casualties. He has also denied promising to avoid new wars, stating he w…
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EFF Urges Congress to Protect Rights from Government AI
The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) testified before Congress regarding the potential threats government use of artificial intelligence poses to Americans' rights. The testimony focused on safeguarding civil libert…
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AI CEOs Urge Congress to Screen Synthetic DNA Sales
Leaders from major AI companies, including OpenAI, Anthropic, and Microsoft, have jointly petitioned Congress to implement mandatory screening for synthetic DNA sales. They express concern that AI's rapid development co…
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Congress Debates FISA Section 702 Reauthorization Amid Surveillance Concerns
Lawmakers in Congress are struggling to reach a decision on reauthorizing Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, with the deadline approaching on June 12th. This marks a recurring challenge for legisl…
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AI CEOs Urge Congress to Screen Synthetic DNA Sales
AI leaders, including OpenAI's Sam Altman and Anthropic's Dario Amodei, have signed a letter to Congress urging the implementation of mandatory screening for synthetic DNA sales. They express concern that advancements i…
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US mortgage rates stay high due to deficits, not Fed
Mortgage rates in the U.S. remain elevated, averaging 6.48% for a 30-year fixed loan, significantly impacting the housing market. Despite Federal Reserve actions, these rates are primarily influenced by financial market…
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AI CEOs urge Congress to regulate synthetic DNA sales amid bioweapon fears
CEOs from leading AI companies, including OpenAI, Anthropic, and Microsoft, have jointly urged Congress to implement stricter regulations on the sale of synthetic DNA and RNA. They warn that advancements in AI are lower…
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Social Security faces 24% benefit cut by 2032 without action
The Social Security program faces a projected 24% benefit cut by 2032 if Congress does not act, which would reduce annual nationwide benefits by approximately $345 billion. A report from the Committee for a Responsible …
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AI CEOs Urge Congress for Biological Weapons Safeguards
Top AI executives, including Sam Altman of OpenAI, Dario Amodei of Anthropic, and Demis Hassabis of Google DeepMind, have co-signed an open letter. The letter urges Congress to implement safeguards for synthetic biology…
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EFF Urges Congress to Protect Rights Amidst Government AI Adoption
The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) testified before Congress, urging lawmakers to implement robust safeguards for constitutional rights alongside the adoption of AI technologies. EFF Senior Policy Analyst Dr. Matt…
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US Treasury Secretary bets on Trump economy to save Social Security
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent testified before Congress regarding the financial stability of Social Security and Medicare. He asserted that the administration's strategy relies on economic growth and reduced spending…
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AI CEOs Urge Congress to Screen Synthetic Nucleic Acid Orders
Prominent AI leaders, including Sam Altman of OpenAI, Dario Amodei of Anthropic, and Demis Hassabis of Google DeepMind, have signed an open letter to Congress. The letter urges lawmakers to implement mandatory screening…
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US Congress moves to regulate military AI use and ethics
The U.S. Congress is beginning to establish concrete frameworks for the regulation of artificial intelligence in military applications. The primary goal is to define the boundaries of AI's use in warfare and ensure adhe…
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Congress votes to limit US war powers against Iran, defying Trump
Republicans in Congress defied President Trump by joining Democrats to pass a resolution limiting U.S. military action against Iran. The House vote, 215-208, signals growing opposition to the ongoing conflict, which has…
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Saban urges Congress to regulate college sports amid reform bill debate
Former college football coach Nick Saban testified before Congress in support of a bipartisan bill aimed at reforming college athletics. The proposed legislation seeks to regulate athlete payments, limit transfers, and …