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80% of Democrats want Biden to debate his primary opponents, he’s a ‘no’ so far
A USA Today/Suffolk University poll found that 80% of Democratic primary voters believe there should be a series of Democratic presidential primary debates ahead of the 2024 election. But as of right now, President Biden has no plans to debate his two opponents: author Marianne Williamson and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. “Well I would love… -
States take the lead in regulating artificial intelligence
As the federal government continues to deliberate on how to regulate artificial intelligence (AI), states are taking action. Here are some examples of bills and laws that states have introduced and passed to regulate AI. Colorado Colorado’s law, SB21-169, is called Protecting Consumers from Unfair Discrimination in Insurance Practices. The law, which took effect in… -
Biden administration has to declassify COVID origin documents by Sunday
The Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines must declassify information relating to links between the Wuhan Institute of Virology and the origin of COVID-19 by Sunday, June 18. The release is mandated by the COVID-19 Origins Act which Congress passed unanimously and President Biden signed into law in March. The law requires the release of… -
FBI creates new penalties for agents who misuse warrantless surveillance
The FBI announced a new three-strike disciplinary system for employees who misuse the warrantless surveillance program under Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). The new punishments are based on the severity of the misuse and whether or not it was deliberate. Section 702 allows intelligence officials to collect information on non-U.S. persons… -
FBI asst. director didn’t think he had clearance to view Mar-a-Lago docs
The House Judiciary Committee interviewed the former assistant director of the FBI Washington field office, Steven D’Antuono, about the FBI raid at Mar-a-Lago. The interview got into the specifics of how the search was conducted and the decision-making process leading up to the execution of the warrant. Now, Republicans and Democrats on the committee are… -
Watch an AI system instantly detect guns, direct security where to go
An artificial intelligence system created by a team of former Navy SEALs can detect guns that appear on security cameras and tell responding officers where to go when they arrive on scene. The company, Zero Eyes, is hoping to implement the system in schools around the country to be used as a proactive approach to… -
Impacts of Ukraine dam destruction will be felt for decades
Two days after the Kakhovka Dam in southern Ukraine was destroyed, authorities are still trying to get a handle on just how far-reaching the destruction is and will be. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited some of the flooded regions Thursday to monitor rescue efforts. Russians then started shelling the area, forcing rescuers to jump for… -
SNAP exemptions being implemented as work requirements increase
Work requirements for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) were one of the most controversial elements of the recently approved debt ceiling package. SNAP provides low income households with an average of $6.10 per person, per day, to help buy food. Under the Fiscal Responsibility Act, both Republicans and Democrats got something they wanted. Republicans… -
The noxious weed swallowing the Sonoran Desert, sparking fire dangers
A sea of yellow is washing over large portions of the American Southwest. The beautiful yellow blooms began carpeting portions of California and Arizona after heavy storms this winter. Pretty, but also problematic. The flowers belong to a noxious weed called “stinknet.” It speads quickly, chokes native plants, and most importantly, presents a massive fire… -
Florida solar city survives hurricanes, paves the way for sustainable living
Hurricane season is about to pick up steam again. As many communities in the U.S. are still picking up the pieces from last season, some are looking to learn lessons anywhere they can. In Florida, a place known as America’s first solar city has earned a reputation as the city that survived Hurricane Ian. Babcock… -
Russia issues arrest warrant for Sen. Lindsey Graham
Russia has issued an arrest warrant for U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C. The warrant appears to be in response to comments Graham made during a trip to Ukraine that were released in an edited video by the Ukrainian government. In the video, Graham is seen sitting at a table with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy who… -
Proposed rare earths mine raises environmental concerns in Nebraska
Rare earth minerals, known for their immense value to the global economy, have become a focal point for the United States. Lawmakers and leaders want to boost domestic production to reduce reliance on foreign adversaries like Russia and China. Mineral exploration company NioCorp is working to establish a first-of-its-kind mine in the Midwest that would… -
Trump workers moved boxes day before FBI arrived seeking classified documents
Two of former President Donald Trump’s employees moved boxes of papers the day before FBI agents and a federal prosecutor visited Mar-a-Lago seeking classified documents. According to The Washington Post, which first reported the story, prosecutors have come to view that timing as suspicious and a possible indication of obstruction. The Post also reported that…
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