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fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Robotaxi companies refuse to say how often their AVs need remote help | TechCrunch

Senator Ed Markey's investigation reveals a lack of transparency in autonomous vehicle companies regarding their use of remote assistance operators.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Dems Reveal Noem Spent Eye-Popping Amount on Horses, Hair and Makeup for DHS Ad: Looks Like Waste, Fraud, and Abuse'

The expenses for Noem's ad campaign totaled $286,137, which included $107,405 for labor costs and $60,000 as a signing bonus to The Strategy Group Company.
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fromWIRED
4 months ago

Senators Want Extremism Researchers to Surrender Documents Linked to Right-Wing Grudges

A Senate committee has demanded extensive records from university extremism research centers covering watchlisting programs, January 6, vaccine mandates, the 2020 election, and Trump supporters.
US politics
fromTheregister
6 months ago

Senate report accuses DOGE of flouting law, oversight

DOGE operates inside SSA, OPM, and GSA without legal authority or oversight, with agencies unable or unwilling to explain its activities or access to data.
fromWIRED
7 months ago

Senate Probe Uncovers Allegations of Widespread Abuse in ICE Custody

The U.S. Senate investigation identified over 500 reports of human rights abuses in immigration detention since January, revealing alarming allegations of mistreatment of pregnant women and children.
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fromsfist.com
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

Meta's Policy Allowing Bots to Engage in Romantic or Sensual' Talk With Kids Prompts Senate Investigation

fromsfist.com
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

Meta's Policy Allowing Bots to Engage in Romantic or Sensual' Talk With Kids Prompts Senate Investigation

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US politics
fromTruthout
7 months ago

Senate Dems Investigate UnitedHealth Scheme to Slash Nursing Home Care Expenses

UnitedHealth Group reported $34 billion in 2024 profits while facing scrutiny for allegedly compromising patient care in nursing homes.
US politics
fromThe Verge
11 months ago

Elon Musk's DOGE ties could get his companies out of $2 billion in potential liability

Musk's influence could save his companies over $2.37 billion in legal liabilities, according to a new Senate report.
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fromwww.nytimes.com
11 months ago

Senators Investigate Private Equity Role in Soaring Fire-Truck Costs

Private equity investment is impacting the firefighting equipment industry, leading to delays and price hikes that threaten public safety.
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