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London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
23 hours ago

Armed officers guarding Sadiq Khan left bag of guns outside home in major security blunder

Armed officers left a bag with weapons near London Mayor Sadiq Khan's home, prompting an investigation and temporary removal of five officers from duty.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
19 hours ago

House Democrats to hold California 'shadow hearings' on midterm election security

California Democrats are holding hearings to defend state election systems against Trump's fraud allegations and threats of intervention.
#voter-registration
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 day 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.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

The Justice Department plans to share sensitive voter data with Homeland Security

The DOJ plans to share voter registration data with DHS for citizenship verification, raising concerns about potential voter disenfranchisement.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 day 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.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

The Justice Department plans to share sensitive voter data with Homeland Security

The DOJ plans to share voter registration data with DHS for citizenship verification, raising concerns about potential voter disenfranchisement.
fromFortune
19 hours 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

One of the things that I'm hoping to do a better job on is getting people from the private sector-who've been in the private sector their whole career-who also spend a couple years in government at some point in their career, and learn something.
Non-profit organizations
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Police offered support to tackle rising threats against MPs

A new national democracy protection unit is established to support police in addressing rising threats and abuse against MPs.
fromComputerworld
1 day ago

A core infrastructure engineer pleads guilty to federal charges in insider attack

Rhyne's attack involved unauthorized remote desktop sessions, deletion of network administrator accounts, and changing of passwords, showcasing significant security vulnerabilities.
Information security
#privacy
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
22 hours ago

Five taken off duty after police leave bag of guns outside Sadiq Khan's home'

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
Law
fromABA Journal
2 days ago

Sanctions ramping up in cases involving AI hallucinations

Monetary sanctions against attorneys for AI-generated hallucinations in case documents are increasing as courts take these issues more seriously.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Senator decries new shoes-on security policy at US airports as reckless'

The new TSA policy allowing shoes on during scans raises security concerns, according to Senator Tammy Duckworth.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
1 day ago

No Kings Must Mean No War: Foreign Policy Is Least Democratic Space in Politics

The majority of Iranian Americans oppose the war on Iran, despite media portrayal of pro-monarchy sentiments.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
2 days ago

Opinion: A DA shouldn't be using his office this way

Allegations against DA Jeff Rosen suggest unethical fundraising linked to prosecution of pro-Gaza protesters, raising concerns about political neutrality in law enforcement.
#openclaw
DevOps
fromInfoWorld
1 day ago

Understanding the risks of OpenClaw

OpenClaw is an orchestration layer that requires external services to function effectively, rather than being a standalone cloud platform.
Information security
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

OpenClaw gives users yet another reason to be freaked out about security

OpenClaw's vulnerabilities pose severe security risks, allowing attackers to gain administrative access with minimal permissions.
SF parents
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Mass. man sentenced for online threats to public figures, children, elementary school

A Wilbraham man was sentenced to 32 months in prison for making violent threats against public officials, children, and a local school.
#trump
Washington DC
fromAxios
2 days ago

Trump to circumvent Congress with order to pay all DHS workers

Trump plans to pay all DHS employees directly, bypassing Congress amid ongoing government shutdown negotiations.
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.
Washington DC
fromAxios
2 days ago

Trump to circumvent Congress with order to pay all DHS workers

Trump plans to pay all DHS employees directly, bypassing Congress amid ongoing government shutdown negotiations.
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.
NYC parents
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Feds Storm NYC Councilmember's Home, Seize Devices in Pre-Dawn Raid

Federal agents raided the homes of Councilmember Farah Louis and her sister as part of a corruption investigation into migrant shelter contracts.
Education
fromHoodline
2 days ago

NYC Sheriff Supervisor Says Reassigned Over Background Checks

A senior investigator was removed for refusing to compromise on background checks for sheriff's academy recruits amid a hiring surge.
Environment
fromHigh Country News
3 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.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
3 days ago

Former mayoral staffer sues Oakland, says she was fired for blowing the whistle

Leigh Hanson filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination after raising concerns about unethical behavior involving then-Interim Mayor Kevin Jenkins and a city contractor.
fromKqed
4 days ago

Court Orders California Sheriff to Release Personnel Records in Watchdog Investigation | KQED

The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office must comply with subpoenas issued by the county's civilian oversight board as part of a whistleblower investigation into alleged misconduct, a state appeals court ruled Thursday.
California
Remote teams
fromTheregister
5 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.
#immigration
fromWIRED
4 days ago
Mission District

Opposing ICE Might Save the Country. It Could Also Ruin Your Life

Mission District
fromWIRED
4 days ago

Opposing ICE Might Save the Country. It Could Also Ruin Your Life

Rafael Concepcion has dedicated himself to creating tools to resist federal immigration enforcement after witnessing the impact on his community.
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.
Left-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 year ago

Donald Trump's lawbreaking is going to get so many people killed. He should be impeached. - LGBTQ Nation

Donald Trump exhibits contempt for the law, halting vital funding programs like PEPFAR and freezing domestic federal grants and loans.
Boston
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Boston police officer criminally charged after allegedly leaving loaded gun unsecured in vehicle

A Boston police officer faces charges for improper storage of firearms found unsecured in his vehicle during a domestic dispute investigation.
#bribery
NYC politics
fromNBC New York
4 days ago

Retired NYPD sergeant arrested in corruption probe linked to city lawmaker and governor's aide

A retired NYPD sergeant has been indicted on bribery charges linked to a city council member and a governor's aide in a corruption investigation.
Boston
fromGothamist
4 days ago

Former NYPD sergeant turned contractor charged in alleged bribery scheme

A former NYPD sergeant was arrested on bribery and conspiracy charges related to city contracts awarded to his security company.
NYC politics
fromNBC New York
4 days ago

Retired NYPD sergeant arrested in corruption probe linked to city lawmaker and governor's aide

A retired NYPD sergeant has been indicted on bribery charges linked to a city council member and a governor's aide in a corruption investigation.
Boston
fromGothamist
4 days ago

Former NYPD sergeant turned contractor charged in alleged bribery scheme

A former NYPD sergeant was arrested on bribery and conspiracy charges related to city contracts awarded to his security company.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

CNN's Kaitlan Collins Calls Out New Trump Threat as Potential War Crime'

Trump's threats against Iran's infrastructure could constitute a war crime if acted upon.
#metropolitan-police
LGBT
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
4 days ago

Met Police to scrap non-crime hate incident investigations in five months - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Metropolitan Police will stop investigating non-crime hate incidents to focus on criminal activities and improve resource allocation.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
22 hours ago

Five Met officers taken off duty after weapons find

Five Metropolitan Police officers removed from front-line duties after firearms and a Taser were found on a London street.
LGBT
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
4 days ago

Met Police to scrap non-crime hate incident investigations in five months - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Metropolitan Police will stop investigating non-crime hate incidents to focus on criminal activities and improve resource allocation.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
22 hours ago

Five Met officers taken off duty after weapons find

Five Metropolitan Police officers removed from front-line duties after firearms and a Taser were found on a London street.
Careers
fromFuturism
6 days ago

Top ICE Official Falling Apart Medically Due to Stress of Getting Yelled At

Managing ICE has caused Todd Lyons significant stress, leading to hospital visits and impacting his decision-making ability.
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.
#cybersecurity
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
3 days ago

3 Reasons Attackers Are Using Your Trusted Tools Against You (And Why You Don't See It Coming)

Cyber attackers increasingly exploit legitimate tools within environments, making detection difficult and expanding the attack surface organizations must manage.
Information security
fromDataBreaches.Net
2 months ago

Reminder: Survey on threats experienced by journalists and security researchers - DataBreaches.Net

Security researchers and journalists are asked to complete and share a survey on legal and violent threats they have experienced; responses accepted until January 28.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
2 days ago

ThreatsDay Bulletin: Pre-Auth Chains, Android Rootkits, CloudTrail Evasion & 10 More Stories

The ThreatsDay Bulletin provides a concise overview of current cybersecurity threats and trends affecting system safety.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
3 days ago

3 Reasons Attackers Are Using Your Trusted Tools Against You (And Why You Don't See It Coming)

Cyber attackers increasingly exploit legitimate tools within environments, making detection difficult and expanding the attack surface organizations must manage.
#pam-bondi
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Nancy Mace Not Letting Pam Bondi Off the Hook for Epstein Testimony: She's Required by Law'

Pam Bondi's ousting as attorney general raises questions about her handling of Jeffrey Epstein files and her upcoming deposition.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 days ago

Pam Bondi's Many, Many, Many Failures

Pam Bondi's tenure as Attorney General ended in bipartisan disapproval, particularly regarding her handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Oversight Dems Calls for Bondi to Testify Before Congress

Pam Bondi is called to testify before Congress regarding her handling of the Epstein files after being ousted as attorney general.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Political World Celebrates Pam Bondi's Firing After Terrible' Stint at DOJ

Pam Bondi was fired as Attorney General, receiving bipartisan support for her departure due to mishandling the Epstein files.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Nancy Mace Not Letting Pam Bondi Off the Hook for Epstein Testimony: She's Required by Law'

Pam Bondi's ousting as attorney general raises questions about her handling of Jeffrey Epstein files and her upcoming deposition.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 days ago

Pam Bondi's Many, Many, Many Failures

Pam Bondi's tenure as Attorney General ended in bipartisan disapproval, particularly regarding her handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Oversight Dems Calls for Bondi to Testify Before Congress

Pam Bondi is called to testify before Congress regarding her handling of the Epstein files after being ousted as attorney general.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Political World Celebrates Pam Bondi's Firing After Terrible' Stint at DOJ

Pam Bondi was fired as Attorney General, receiving bipartisan support for her departure due to mishandling the Epstein files.
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.
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Mass. man charged with threatening to kill Trump, 'hang him from the Statue of Liberty'

Emerald was indicted on eight counts of interstate transmission of threatening communications, with allegations of making repeated threats on Facebook to kill and injure President Donald Trump.
US news
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.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Equity advocate turned defendant: Former head of S.F. human rights commission accused of corruption

Sheryl Davis is accused of steering millions of dollars to Collective Impact, a San Francisco-based nonprofit she previously ran as executive director, according to a criminal complaint filed Monday by the San Francisco District Attorney's Office.
Non-profit organizations
Law
fromPoynter
3 days ago

Like journalists, prosecutors shaped a distorted view of crime. They can help fix it, too. - Poynter

Prosecutors and journalists both contribute to misleading public perceptions of crime, but prosecutors possess crucial data to tell a more accurate story.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 week ago

National Security Starts at Home - Not on the Battlefield

National security relies on enduring internal capacity rather than just accumulated hard power or visible instruments of power.
#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.
NYC parents
fromWIRED
1 week ago

Why ICE Is Allowed to Impersonate Law Enforcement

ICE agents misled campus security to detain a student without proper identification or judicial warrant.
SF politics
fromNextgov.com
5 days ago

New contract for background investigations raises concerns about scale and risk

DCSA is modernizing its Case Processing Operations Center to enhance background investigations and incorporate Continuous Vetting for national security.
#government-shutdown
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

US Homeland Security shutdown to stretch on, despite Senate passing funding

The House has not voted on the Senate bill, prolonging the partial government shutdown affecting DHS funding and federal workers.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago
US politics

CNN Anchor Confronts House Democrat Over Congress Getting Paid During DHS Shutdown: Americans Feel You Guys Just Don't Get It'

The ongoing government shutdown is causing significant public frustration and hardship, with calls for Congress to feel the impact of their decisions.
fromPOLITICO
4 days ago
US politics

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.
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
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

US Homeland Security shutdown to stretch on, despite Senate passing funding

The House has not voted on the Senate bill, prolonging the partial government shutdown affecting DHS funding and federal workers.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

CNN Anchor Confronts House Democrat Over Congress Getting Paid During DHS Shutdown: Americans Feel You Guys Just Don't Get It'

The ongoing government shutdown is causing significant public frustration and hardship, with calls for Congress to feel the impact of their decisions.
US politics
fromPOLITICO
4 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.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
4 days ago

The Rising Tide of Executive Protection: Corporations Ramp Up Security in an Era of Heightened Threats

Companies are increasingly investing in executive protection due to rising threats, making it a strategic necessity for business continuity and resilience.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Overwhelmed' Prevent at risk of missing threats as referrals rise, UK counter-terror chief says

Prevent scheme faces overwhelming referrals, risking identification of genuine threats due to increased volume and lack of triage system.
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

Former executive director of San Francisco city department arrested

Davis allegedly directed more than $4.5 million to Collective Impact from the Dream Keeper Initiative, a city program that distributes arts and culture grants to the Black community, the DA said.
Non-profit organizations
fromABA Journal
2 weeks ago

Federal judges speak out about threats becoming 'ordinary'

"What's most problematic is that the extraordinary has become ordinary. It's just a matter of course now that when you issue an opinion that some people don't like, you're going to get threats, you're going to get death threats, and that is obviously problematic on many levels."
Law
#fbi
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
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.
SF politics
fromFuturism
6 days ago

Law Seeks to Ban Public Officials From Making Polymarket Bets on Upcoming Bloodshed, Because Apparently We Live in a Complete Dystopia

Efforts are underway in the US to ban public officials from betting on prediction markets using nonpublic information related to military actions.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
3 weeks ago

Secrecy, Democracy, Necessity

Executive officials justify secrecy through claims of protecting decision-making integrity and national security, but such necessity arguments alone cannot legitimize secret governance in democracies.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 days ago

Paedophile City of London police officer granted anonymity due to health concerns

A constable resigned after being caught with child abuse images, damaging police legitimacy and failing to protect vulnerable individuals.
Information security
fromTheregister
2 days ago

The company's biggest security hole lived in the breakroom

An internet-connected coffee machine caused a major data breach by exploiting security vulnerabilities in a corporate network.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Law needs to be changed to raise criminal threshold for gardai involved in accidents while on duty, says Garda Commissioner

A dedicated drone unit will be launched to assist in serious incidents and pursuits by next year.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

'Amateur hour at the U.S. attorney's office': L.A. prosecutors face more losses in protest cases

Prosecutors faced significant challenges in two separate trials for assault on federal officers in Los Angeles, with one case potentially dismissed due to discovery issues.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
4 days ago

The Next Cybersecurity Crisis Isn't Breaches-It's Data You Can't Trust

Data integrity now encompasses data trust, emphasizing the importance of reliable data in AI-driven decision-making.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
4 days ago

Stolen Logins Are Fueling Everything From Ransomware to Nation-State Cyberattacks

Stolen credentials significantly enhance ransomware attacks, enabling illegitimate access and operational disruption within networks.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Democrats Probing CEO Awarded DHS Contracts By Noem: Report

Rep. Robert Garcia demands answers regarding government contracts awarded during Kristi Noem's tenure at DHS, citing opaque contracting practices.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago

The Anger Trailing Congress Around the Country

Congress failed to fund the Department of Homeland Security, risking federal employee paychecks amid rising public anger and potential electoral consequences for Republicans.
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.
Privacy professionals
fromDataBreaches.Net
1 month ago

Hacktivists claim to have hacked Homeland Security to release ICE contract data - DataBreaches.Net

Hacktivists claiming to be 'Department of Peace' breached DHS and leaked contracts between the agency, ICE, and over 6,000 companies including defense and tech firms.
US politics
fromMail Online
3 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.
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Hacktivists claim to have hacked Homeland Security to release ICE contract data | TechCrunch

Why hack the DHS? I can think of a couple Pretti Good reasons! I'm releasing this because the DHS is killing us and people deserve to know which companies support them and what they're working on.
Privacy professionals
US politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

CA senators demand answers from DHS after ICE arrest tied to TSA data at San Francisco Airport

Senators Padilla and Schiff demand answers from DHS regarding TSA data use for immigration enforcement after an airport arrest.
#dhs
fromKqed
4 days ago
US politics

Agents of Chaos: Border Patrol's Year of Unchecked Force | KQED

DHS agents' actions raise concerns about accountability and credibility in law enforcement.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
5 days ago

DHS Is Still Shut Down Because Extremists Own Mike Johnson

The Department of Homeland Security faces the longest partial government shutdown in U.S. history due to congressional disagreements over funding and immigration enforcement.
US politics
fromKqed
4 days ago

Agents of Chaos: Border Patrol's Year of Unchecked Force | KQED

DHS agents' actions raise concerns about accountability and credibility in law enforcement.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
5 days ago

DHS Is Still Shut Down Because Extremists Own Mike Johnson

The Department of Homeland Security faces the longest partial government shutdown in U.S. history due to congressional disagreements over funding and immigration enforcement.
Information security
fromTheregister
3 weeks ago

Hackers: Democracy's last line of cyber defense

The hacker mindset—analytical curiosity combined with systemic thinking—can defend democracy by creating decentralized communication tools that resist censorship and empower oppressed communities.
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.
World news
fromDataBreaches.Net
2 months ago

Under Pressure: Exploring the effect of legal and criminal threats on security researchers and journalists - DataBreaches.Net

Most surveyed journalists and security researchers face legal or criminal threats, yet most do not retract or change their work in response.
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
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

Cuts in training for new ICE agents should scare everyone,' says whistleblower

ICE agent training has been reduced by 40-50%, creating inadequate preparation that risks constitutional violations, unlawful arrests, and deaths during immigration enforcement operations.
fromAxios
2 months ago

Threats against members of Congress skyrocketed in 2025

That incident, in which the 55-year-old assailant was arrested and later charged with third degree assault, illustrates the day-to-day threat environment member of Congress face. Omar wasn't even the only one attacked in the past week: Rep. Maxwell Frost (D-Fla.) got punched in the face at the Sundance Film Festival just days earlier. By the numbers: The Capitol Police opened 14,938 cases into "concerning statements, behaviors, and communications" directed at congressional offices and family members in 2025, the department said in a press release.
US politics
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