Us Congress
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- 2026-06-11 regulatory Members of Congress are introducing legislation to restrict data center construction and address community concerns. source
- 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 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 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 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
16 day(s) with sentiment data
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Republican health care cuts reduce ACA enrollment, spark election-year blame
Changes to the Affordable Care Act and Medicaid enacted by congressional Republicans are beginning to impact coverage, leading to an election-year dispute. Approximately 1.2 million fewer individuals are enrolled in ACA…
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Trump eyes federal gas tax suspension amid high prices
President Donald Trump has expressed interest in suspending the federal gas tax to alleviate rising fuel costs, a move that has not been previously undertaken at the federal level. While the proposed suspension would el…
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Congress narrows GUARD Act, but privacy concerns remain
Congress has made revisions to the GUARD Act, but significant issues persist regarding its implications for online privacy and age verification. The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) argues that the narrowed scope st…
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Elon Musk backs Warren Buffett's 5-minute plan for national debt
Elon Musk has publicly endorsed Warren Buffett's proposed solution to address the U.S. national debt. Buffett's 2011 plan suggests that if the deficit exceeds 3% of GDP, all current members of Congress should be ineligi…
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Congress faces sexual misconduct reckoning amid new allegations
Congress is facing a significant reckoning over sexual misconduct, reminiscent of the #MeToo movement. New allegations have surfaced against several lawmakers, including Representatives Tony Gonzales and Eric Swalwell, …
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UAP interest pushes NASA, Pentagon toward AI and fuzzy logic
The article discusses how UFOs, or UAPs, are prompting a shift in scientific and governmental approaches, particularly involving NASA and the Pentagon. This push is leading towards the integration of artificial intellig…
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Congress narrows GUARD Act, but AI access concerns persist
Lawmakers have revised the GUARD Act, a bill intended to limit minors' access to specific AI systems, after facing criticism. The updated legislation aims to address concerns that the initial draft was overly broad and …
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Pentagon releases new UFO files, urges public to draw own conclusions
The Pentagon has initiated the release of new documents concerning Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP), formerly known as UFOs. This initiative, supported by the White House and various intelligence agencies, aims to…
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Congress probes AI distillation security risks, focusing on Chinese models
A US congressional committee has initiated an inquiry into the cybersecurity risks associated with AI models, particularly those originating from China and deployed in critical infrastructure. The investigation will foc…
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US Senate passes bill targeting build-to-rent housing despite industry concerns
A recent housing bill in Congress has sparked debate over its provisions targeting rental properties and build-to-rent developments. Senator Jack Schatz described a section requiring entities owning over 350 rental unit…
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US proposes new metrics to measure economic security and industrial capacity
An essay proposes two new metrics to quantify U.S. economic security, addressing a lack of clear indicators for policymakers. The first metric, the Chokepoint Exposure Index (CEI%), measures the percentage of U.S. GDP v…
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Trump declares hostilities with Iran terminated, Democrats push back on War Powers Act
Former President Trump has informed Congress that hostilities with Iran have been terminated, indicating that the 60-day War Powers Act deadline may no longer be applicable. This declaration has met with opposition from…
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Congress extends FISA Section 702 surveillance authority for 45 days amid reform talks
Congress has granted a short, 45-day extension for Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. This temporary measure is intended to provide lawmakers with additional time to negotiate potential reforms to…
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Congress passes short-term FISA extension, punting surveillance debate
Congress has passed a short-term, 45-day extension for Section 702 of FISA, the government's warrantless surveillance authority. This action follows the Senate's rejection of a longer extension proposed by the House, wh…
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Banks and payment firms leverage AI to combat fraud, seek Congressional aid
Financial institutions and payment companies are increasingly using artificial intelligence to combat fraud. This trend is supported by advancements in AI technology and potential legislative backing from Congress. The …
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Ben Sasse, King Charles, and Buffalo fans unite in shared humanity
Three distinct events this week highlighted a shared sense of community and shared humanity, contrasting with the perceived division in public discourse. Former Senator Ben Sasse, facing a terminal cancer diagnosis, ref…
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Proposed GUARD Act could restrict AI tools and everyday internet use for minors
A proposed bill in Congress, the GUARD Act, is moving towards a vote and is framed as a measure to protect minors from dangerous AI interactions. However, critics argue the bill's broad definitions of "AI chatbot" and "…
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US Congress urged to crack down on AI deepfakes and fake supporters
A user on Mastodon is urging Congress to draft legislation against the misuse of AI deepfakes, citing examples of political manipulation and non-consensual intimate imagery. The post advocates for changes to US copyrigh…
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Senate rejects curb on Trump military action, while AI concerns unite parties
The Senate has rejected a legislative effort that would have required congressional approval for any U.S. military action against Cuba. This vote highlights a recurring challenge for lawmakers attempting to limit the ex…
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US Congress considers GUARD Act to restrict minors' AI chatbot access, raising privacy concerns
A proposed bill in Congress, the GUARD Act, aims to prevent minors from accessing AI chatbots. Critics argue that enforcing such a ban would necessitate extensive data collection on users' ages and identities, effective…