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US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Investigators Believed Trump Hoarded Top Secret Gov't Files for Personal Financial Gain: Report

Trump retained classified documents linked to his business interests, suggesting a motive for holding onto them post-presidency.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Congressman Says Jackass' Trump Has Been Alienating Everybody' and Is Causing Allies to De-Risk From America'

Trump's alienation of allies undermines U.S. efforts to gain international support, particularly in reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
22 hours ago

WH Declares Press Lid' At 11:08 AM As Trump Stays Inside For Executive Time' Amid War

President Trump remains silent on recent military attacks despite ongoing operations and maintains that negotiations with Iran will not be affected.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Democrat Hurls Startling Accusation at Trump After Watching Him at Supreme Court

Rob Bonta accused Trump of potentially trying to intimidate the Supreme Court during his attendance at oral arguments in a birthright citizenship case.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Trump Snaps at Reporter: You're a Fresh Person We've Had a Lot of Problems With You'

Trump signed an executive order on mail-in voting and stated Iran doesn't need to make a deal for the U.S. to end operations against them.
Washington DC
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Court orders Trump to halt White House ballroom construction

A US judge ruled Trump cannot build a ballroom on White House grounds without congressional approval.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Investigators Believed Trump Hoarded Top Secret Gov't Files for Personal Financial Gain: Report

Trump retained classified documents linked to his business interests, suggesting a motive for holding onto them post-presidency.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Congressman Says Jackass' Trump Has Been Alienating Everybody' and Is Causing Allies to De-Risk From America'

Trump's alienation of allies undermines U.S. efforts to gain international support, particularly in reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Privacy professionals
fromFuturism
1 hour ago

China Cracking Down on the Types of AI That Are Tearing America Apart

China is implementing strict regulations on AI personalities to protect children and prevent addiction.
#trump-administration
fromFortune
1 day ago
Non-profit organizations

The Trump administration is blurring the public and private sector workforce, and OPM director Scott Kupor won't rule out conflict of interest risks | Fortune

fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago
US politics

Who Would Want It?' CNN Anchor Asks Why Anyone Would Want to Be Attorney General After Trump Sacks Another One

Non-profit organizations
fromFortune
1 day ago

The Trump administration is blurring the public and private sector workforce, and OPM director Scott Kupor won't rule out conflict of interest risks | Fortune

Trump's second-term appointments created the wealthiest presidential administration, emphasizing ties between private sector and government.
Washington DC
fromwww.theguardian.com
21 hours ago

Halting $400m White House ballroom project is national security risk, Trump officials say

A judge's order halting White House ballroom construction poses a security risk, prompting Trump's administration to appeal the ruling.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Trump news at a glance: president gives his loyal enforcer the boot

Donald Trump fired Pam Bondi as US attorney general, frustrated with her performance despite her loyalty and reshaping of the justice department.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Trump Mulls More Cabinet Firings: He's Very Angry and He's Going To Be Moving People'

President Trump is considering further cabinet changes, including potential terminations of Commerce Secretary Lutnick and Labor Secretary Chavez-DeRemer.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Who Would Want It?' CNN Anchor Asks Why Anyone Would Want to Be Attorney General After Trump Sacks Another One

Serving as Trump's Attorney General is increasingly unattractive due to high expectations and political risks.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Trump WH Throws Tulsi Gabbard Under the Bus For Reportedly Failing to Fire Joe Kent for Leaking

Joe Kent, Trump's counterterrorism director, resigned protesting Iran war, claiming Iran posed no imminent threat and the conflict resulted from Israeli pressure.
US news
fromMail Online
2 days ago

Leaked 911 call reveals Air Force general 'planned not to be found'

A retired Air Force general, William Neil McCasland, disappeared under mysterious circumstances, leaving behind personal items and raising concerns about his mental health.
Intellectual property law
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago

Tech bills of the week: Limiting adversaries' access to US tech; and boosting cyber apprenticeships

New legislation aims to strengthen U.S. export controls on sensitive technologies to prevent adversaries from exploiting them for economic gain.
Podcast
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Former Trump White House Lawyer: He's 'Insane.' Current Cabinet: [Crickets] - Above the Law

Ty Cobb publicly criticizes Donald Trump, calling him insane and highlighting his erratic behavior on social media.
US Elections
fromKqed
2 days ago

California Media Seek Access to Secret Warrants in Sheriff's Ballot Seizure Case | KQED

Sheriff Bianco obtained warrants to investigate ballot discrepancies in Riverside County, but the investigation is currently on hold due to legal challenges.
Law
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Lawyers Warned Top Democratic PAC They May Have Misled Congress' on Illegal Foreign Donations Explosive NYT Report Reveals

ActBlue may have misled Congress about its foreign donation screening, raising legal risks and potential criminal liability.
Environment
fromHigh Country News
4 days ago

The government-funded coverup under our noses - High Country News

The Bureau of Land Management plans extensive drilling in central California, threatening ecosystems and public health in areas like the Irish Hills.
Artificial intelligence
fromNextgov.com
4 days ago

Old-school spycraft could make a comeback as AI undermines trust

AI may enhance intelligence gathering but also revive traditional espionage methods due to reliability issues with digital communications.
#white-house
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago
Photography

AFP, Getty Images Removed Unflattering' Photo of Karoline Leavitt After White House Was Reportedly Displeased

Washington DC
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Trump's ballroom fight sheds new light on an underground White House bunker

Construction of a White House ballroom has revealed a military bunker beneath the East Wing, leading to legal disputes and public disapproval.
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago
Photography

AFP, Getty Images Removed Unflattering' Photo of Karoline Leavitt After White House Was Reportedly Displeased

Washington DC
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Trump's ballroom fight sheds new light on an underground White House bunker

Construction of a White House ballroom has revealed a military bunker beneath the East Wing, leading to legal disputes and public disapproval.
fromNextgov.com
4 days ago

HHS reverses Biden-era restructuring of its IT and tech operations

HHS Chief Information Officer Clark Minor stated that consolidating the CTO, CDO, and CAIO roles within his office allows the department to move faster on shared platforms and protect systems more effectively.
Healthcare
#fbi
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
2 days ago

Suspected Chinese breach of FBI system exposed surveillance targets' phone numbers

A breach linked to China exposed phone numbers of FBI surveillance targets, raising concerns about counterintelligence risks.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

FBI agents who investigated Trump file lawsuit alleging retaliatory firing

Three former FBI agents filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination for their investigation into Trump's actions after the 2020 election.
US politics
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

A Top Democrat Is Urging Colleagues to Support Trump's Spy Machine

Jim Himes advocates for preserving the FBI's warrantless search powers, citing reforms and compliance rates despite concerns over recent changes in oversight.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Fired FBI Agents Cite Todd Blanche's CPAC Boast in New Class Action Suit

Former FBI agents filed a lawsuit alleging politically motivated firings by bureau leadership, claiming due process was denied based on perceived political affiliation.
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
2 days ago

Suspected Chinese breach of FBI system exposed surveillance targets' phone numbers

A breach linked to China exposed phone numbers of FBI surveillance targets, raising concerns about counterintelligence risks.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

Did the FBI just post this propaganda video to save Kash Patel's job?

The FBI released a video celebrating Director Kash Patel's first year, criticized as propaganda for its cinematic portrayal of law enforcement successes.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Ex-FBI agents who worked on Trump cases sue agency and DoJ over firings

Three former FBI agents filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination for their work on Trump-related investigations, seeking to represent others fired for political reasons.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

FBI agents who investigated Trump file lawsuit alleging retaliatory firing

Three former FBI agents filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination for their investigation into Trump's actions after the 2020 election.
US politics
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

A Top Democrat Is Urging Colleagues to Support Trump's Spy Machine

Jim Himes advocates for preserving the FBI's warrantless search powers, citing reforms and compliance rates despite concerns over recent changes in oversight.
#eric-swalwell
SF politics
fromRaw Story
5 days ago

FBI director Kash Patel hit with legal action for move to dig up dirt on Dem

Rep. Eric Swalwell has sent a cease-and-desist letter to the FBI regarding potential release of files related to a suspected Chinese spy.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Eric Swalwell Addresses Claim That Pam Bondi Was Fired for Leaking Info to Him

Rep. Eric Swalwell denied claims that Attorney General Pam Bondi leaked information to him regarding an investigation into his past.
SF politics
fromRaw Story
5 days ago

FBI director Kash Patel hit with legal action for move to dig up dirt on Dem

Rep. Eric Swalwell has sent a cease-and-desist letter to the FBI regarding potential release of files related to a suspected Chinese spy.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Eric Swalwell Addresses Claim That Pam Bondi Was Fired for Leaking Info to Him

Rep. Eric Swalwell denied claims that Attorney General Pam Bondi leaked information to him regarding an investigation into his past.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

Delve whistleblower strikes again, with alleged receipts about 'fake compliance' | TechCrunch

Delve's CEO denies allegations of faking compliance evidence amid accusations from an anonymous source presenting alleged proof.
Remote teams
fromTheregister
6 days ago

Security contractor blew the whistle on shabby support crew

Brad, a security contractor, faced challenges with antivirus alerts while working in a labor hire company's office without proper IT support.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

CNN's Abby Phillip Hits Trump With Video Receipts After Planes Shot Down

U.S. aircraft were shot down by Iranian missiles, contradicting claims of Iran's obliterated defenses.
World news
fromReadWrite
5 days ago

Experts say geopolitical trades test limits of insider trading laws

Unusual trading patterns before Trump's Iran announcement raise questions about market integrity and the adequacy of current regulations.
Intellectual property law
fromSilicon Canals
5 days ago

Court blocks Pentagon's Anthropic blacklisting, finds Trump administration's 'kill switch' claim had no evidence - Silicon Canals

A federal judge temporarily blocked the Pentagon from designating Anthropic as a supply chain risk, citing violations of legal procedures and First Amendment rights.
fromwww.mediaite.com
16 hours ago

Fox News Host Has a Direct Question for Republican Lawmaker: What Exactly Does Congress Do These Days?'

Rep. Chip Roy stated, 'We aren't getting the job done. Part of that is because we are bound by this big, broken, fake filibuster of 60 votes. But part of it is you gotta have the willpower to do it.'
US politics
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Pinterest said he violated laid-off colleagues' privacy. Now he's going public

A former Pinterest engineer claims he was unjustly fired for sharing a tool that revealed employee layoffs.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

White House Insists It Was Right At the Time' After Being Wrong About Maher Prize

The White House initially denied Bill Maher would receive the Mark Twain Prize, but later confirmed the award after further discussions.
Media industry
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Trump Isn't Just Bullying Journalists. He's Subverting the First Amendment.

FCC Chair Brendan Carr's social media post is viewed as an attempt at wartime censorship against broadcasters covering the Iran war.
fromemptywheel
1 week ago

The Two Subpoenas for Kash Patel's Communication Records - emptywheel

Twice now, someone close to Kash Patel has seeded stories with Jana Winter that mischaracterize details of investigative actions against the current FBI Director, including misleading claims about subpoenas.
Law
#white-house-app
Washington DC
fromArs Technica
3 days ago

Official White House app developer also a UFO conspiracy theorist

The White House launched a new mobile app developed by 45Press, led by a CEO with a hobby in conspiracy theories.
US politics
fromEngadget
1 week ago

The White House app is just as weird and unnecessary as you'd expect

The White House App serves as a centralized platform for official communications from the Trump administration, but raises concerns about biased content.
Washington DC
fromArs Technica
3 days ago

Official White House app developer also a UFO conspiracy theorist

The White House launched a new mobile app developed by 45Press, led by a CEO with a hobby in conspiracy theories.
US politics
fromEngadget
1 week ago

The White House app is just as weird and unnecessary as you'd expect

The White House App serves as a centralized platform for official communications from the Trump administration, but raises concerns about biased content.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

We've Stopped Noticing That Trump's Cabinet Meetings Are Completely Insane

The cabinet meeting covered a wide range of topics, revealing insights into the administration's priorities and communication style.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

As DOJ prepares to share state voter data with DHS, a key privacy officer resigns

The DOJ is acquiring sensitive voter registration data, raising privacy concerns, as a key privacy officer resigns amid ongoing legal challenges.
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
2 weeks ago

White House Heard Lewandowski Kickback Allegations, Did Nothing

Corey Lewandowski, serving as DHS de facto chief of staff, allegedly sought payments from companies in exchange for help securing DHS contracts, with the Trump administration reportedly aware of these allegations for months.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Senator Torpedoes Key Trump Talking Point With Simple Question

Sen. Chris Van Hollen challenges President Trump's claims about negotiations with Iran, asserting they are misleading and not indicative of real progress.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Ex-FBI Honcho Says Kash Patel Hack Just the Tip of the Iceberg' Embarrassing' Trump Admin Leaks To Come

This is just the tip of the iceberg. With Iran going to continue to hack and likely has already hacked Trump administration officials, it will start releasing that data in drips and drabs.
Privacy professionals
Media industry
fromAxios
2 weeks ago

Joe Kent under FBI investigation for alleged leaks

National Counterterrorism Center leader Joe Kent resigned while under FBI investigation for suspected classified information leaks to conservative media figures regarding Israel, Iran, and other sensitive matters.
Privacy professionals
fromFEDweek
6 days ago

Agencies Need More Complete Guidance on Privacy Considerations of AI Use, Says GAO

GAO identifies gaps in AI guidance, highlighting risks and the need for comprehensive privacy protections in agency implementations.
#dhs
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago
US politics

President's budget proposes folding beleaguered DHS intelligence office into headquarters

fromJezebel
3 days ago
US politics

ICE Warehouse Concentration Camps Put on Hold as DHS Corruption Spills Into Full View

US politics
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago

President's budget proposes folding beleaguered DHS intelligence office into headquarters

The Department of Homeland Security's intelligence office faces consolidation and potential workforce reductions under Trump's proposed budget for 2027.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
3 days ago

Johnson Caves on DHS, But Shutdown Deal Could Unravel Again

The Senate passed a bill to reopen DHS, but House Republicans rejected it until a sudden agreement was reached with Trump's assurance of funding.
US politics
fromJezebel
3 days ago

ICE Warehouse Concentration Camps Put on Hold as DHS Corruption Spills Into Full View

DHS has paused its ICE warehouse campaign amid concerns over excessive spending and contract investigations.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
3 weeks ago

Did Trump cuts slow access to public records? We found 26 cases that say yes.

Federal workforce reductions have severely impaired agencies' ability to comply with Freedom of Information Act requests, with at least 13 agencies citing staffing cuts as reasons for missing FOIA deadlines in court.
#government-shutdown
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

What Did the Partial D.H.S. Shutdown Accomplish?

Democrats faced challenges in funding negotiations, leading to multiple government shutdowns and unresolved immigration enforcement issues.
US politics
fromPOLITICO
5 days ago

The DHS shutdown might never end

The government shutdown has left tens of thousands of workers affected, with low morale and no immediate resolution in sight.
Washington DC
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Top Trump Spox Asked About Massive Military Complex' Under New White House Ballroom

A massive military complex is being built under the new White House ballroom, with upgrades to facilities ongoing.
Washington DC
fromEsquire
5 days ago

The White House Ballroom Is Already a Monstrous Disaster

Experts warn that the rushed construction plans for the president's new ballroom could lead to significant design flaws and architectural issues.
Media industry
fromAxios
3 weeks ago

White House outraged over new CBS News hire

CBS News hired a former Liz Cheney communications aide, sparking White House criticism over perceived anti-Trump bias and tensions with the network.
US politics
fromAxios
3 days ago

Exclusive: Trump's DOJ says he's not required to turn over official records

The Presidential Records Act mandates that presidential records belong to the U.S. government, a law Trump has challenged by retaining documents.
#immigration
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

The partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security: What's next, and Trump's deadline

Congress is deadlocked over immigration funding, leading to the longest partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security in U.S. history.
US politics
fromIndependent
5 days ago

Alex Woodward: How ICE agents have become Donald Trump's own personal police

Donald Trump is using armed ICE officers at airports to pressure Democrats and Republicans regarding the filibuster.
US politics
fromMail Online
4 days ago

Deadline issued for UFO videos as Congress warns of 'threat' to US

Lawmakers demand federal agencies release UFO videos by April 14, 2026, citing potential threats to US military forces.
#dhs-funding
US politics
fromIntelligencer
4 days ago

With DHS Still Shutdown, GOP Gives Up on Dealmaking

The Senate passed a DHS funding measure, but House Republicans rejected it, leading to a legislative impasse and renewed calls to eliminate the filibuster.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Dems Scold Trump For Not Stealing Money Sooner - Above the Law

American airports face severe staffing shortages due to unpaid TSA agents, leading to long security lines and flight delays.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Speaker Mike Johnson Blames Senate for Ongoing DHS Shutdown: They Need to Do Their Job and Help Us'

Speaker Mike Johnson blames the Senate for the DHS shutdown, impacting TSA agents and causing long security lines at airports.
#donald-trump
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Press Corps Has Asked Trump 86 Questions This Week But Zero About His Stunning Glad He's Dead' Attack On Mueller

President Trump faced no questions from the press about his attack on Robert Mueller after his death.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Prosecutors examined whether Trump disclosed classified map on plane after leaving office

Federal prosecutors investigated Donald Trump's alleged disclosure of a classified map to individuals on his plane after his presidency.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Press Corps Has Asked Trump 86 Questions This Week But Zero About His Stunning Glad He's Dead' Attack On Mueller

President Trump faced no questions from the press about his attack on Robert Mueller after his death.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Prosecutors examined whether Trump disclosed classified map on plane after leaving office

Federal prosecutors investigated Donald Trump's alleged disclosure of a classified map to individuals on his plane after his presidency.
fromSecuritymagazine
2 weeks ago

Trump's Former Counter-Terrorism Official Investigated Over Alleged Leaks

Joe Kent, President Trump's former top counter-terrorism official, is under investigation by the FBI's Criminal Division for allegedly improperly sharing classified information. The investigation began months before Kent's recent resignation, according to four individuals with direct knowledge of the probe who spoke to Semafor.
US politics
US politics
fromemptywheel
2 weeks ago

Accountability - emptywheel

Accountability for Trump and his administration is essential to prevent him from scapegoating Muslims for failures resulting from his Iran conflict decisions.
US politics
fromEmptywheel
2 months ago

The Coordinated Leaky Drips In The White House

The Obama White House condones organized leaking of classified information for political advantage while prosecuting whistleblowers who expose government wrongdoing.
US politics
fromEmptywheel
2 months ago

The Scandal of Lying about "Thwarted" "Plots" Started 4 Years Ago

Only one or two U.S. terrorist plots were actually thwarted by the Section 215 call-detail dragnet; the widely cited figure of 54 is incorrect.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

White House Boasts About Stripping Notorious Crackhead and Grifter' Hunter Biden of Secret Service Protection

AP Photo/Jae C. Hong The White House boasted about stripping former President Joe Biden's son Hunter Biden of his Secret Service protection on Tuesday, describing the former president's son as a notorious crackhead and grifter. In a printout distributed to reporters in the White House Briefing Room, the Trump administration listed 365 wins from President Donald Trump's first year of his second term.
US politics
US politics
fromJezebel
2 months ago

Score! Press Secretary of Alleged Democracy Threatens News Network; Finds It's Already Spineless

Karoline Leavitt warned CBS to air Trump's full interview or face lawsuits, while CBS under Bari Weiss exhibits pro-Trump editorial bias.
US politics
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

White House will hold meeting to discuss renewal of controversial spying power

The White House will convene top officials and lawmakers to decide whether to seek renewal of Section 702 surveillance authority before it lapses in April.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Anti-ICE' Reporter Drops Proof That Agency Hired Her After DHS Called Expose a Lazy Lie'

A reporter advanced through ICE's hiring pipeline to a final offer despite minimal vetting and incomplete paperwork, prompting DHS denials and a public dispute.
US politics
fromFortune
2 months ago

Trump's latest retribution hits Booz Allen, whose contractor was charged with leaking tax returns to the press | Fortune

Treasury cut Booz Allen contracts after a contractor leaked confidential IRS tax records of thousands of wealthy people, including President Donald Trump.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Whistleblower Complaint Against Tulsi Gabbard Reportedly Involved Jared Kushner

A classified whistleblower complaint alleges DNI Tulsi Gabbard withheld intelligence about an intercepted foreign conversation mentioning Jared Kushner, with disputed claims and no corroboration.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Pentagon contractor indicted over alleged leak tied to raided Washington Post reporter

According to the justice department, Aurelio Luis Perez-Lugones illegally provided sensitive and secret information related to national defense to a reporter who it says then wrote and published at least five articles using it. The indictment was not immediately available, and a press release announcing five charges against Perez-Lugones of mishandling classified information did not identify the journalist or their employer.
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