President Donald Trump ordered all US federal agencies to cease using AI technology from Anthropic following a dispute over military and domestic surveillance use, with the administration giving a six-month period to phase out the technology. The move was prompted by Anthropic's refusal to allow unrestricted military use amid safety and ethical concerns, leading to criticism from Democrats and Pentagon officials who labeled Anthropic's stance as uncooperative. In contrast, OpenAI recently reached an agreement with the Pentagon to deploy its AI models under safety principles, including restrictions on autonomous weapons and mass surveillance. Trump announced that he would use the full power of the presidency to enforce the ban, threatening civil and criminal penalties for non-compliance.
Donald Trump ordered federal agencies to immediately cease using Anthropic's AI technology, accusing the company of trying to "strong-arm" the Pentagon and criticizing its refusal to agree to a U.S. military use policy allowing "any lawful use." He stated that Anthropic's stance and the company's leadership, which opposes certain military applications, threaten national security and American lives. Trump announced a six-month phased withdrawal of Anthropic's services from government agencies, warning of potential legal consequences if they do not cooperate.
Phillip S. Grillo, a Queens Republican and convicted Jan. 6 Capitol rioter pardoned by President Trump, is running for the state Assembly seat in the 26th district. He was convicted of felony obstruction and misdemeanors related to his participation in the January 6 riot and previously unsuccessfully ran for office in 2024. Grillo will compete in the Republican primary against Robert Speranza for the nomination.
Bill Clinton testified before the House Oversight Committee, stating he saw nothing troubling in his dealings with Jeffrey Epstein and that he would have reported Epstein if he had known about his alleged sex trafficking activities. Clinton flew on Epstein’s plane multiple times in the early 2000s, and his testimony followed that of his wife, Hillary Clinton. The inquiry also involves questions about Epstein’s connections to the Clintons' charitable foundation and photographs released by the Department of Justice.
Representative Ro Khanna stated that the release of Jeffrey Epstein investigation documents has led to significant global fallout, implicating many powerful individuals across politics, business, and international institutions. He believes more people will be implicated as undisclosed files, including some related to allegations against President Trump, remain hidden due to alleged government cover-ups. Khanna emphasized the need for legal action and potential legislation to compel the Justice Department to fully disclose the remaining documents, criticizing the current withholding as a violation of transparency laws.
Kristi Noem's proposal to allocate nearly $300 million in border funds for a luxury jet fleet has faced strong criticism and concerns from top Trump officials.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has reportedly spent over $300 million on three private luxury jets, with funds allocated by Congress for border security efforts. The spending has been criticized by officials and watchdog groups as misuse of federal money, especially amid ongoing budget disputes and concerns over priorities. The expenditure includes purchasing aircraft intended for immigrant removal and has raised questions about transparency and appropriateness, given past concerns about luxury travel and related expenses.
World Liberty Financial has upgraded its USD1 stablecoin to a real-time, on-chain proof-of-reserve system using Chainlink to track reserves across five networks, aiming to reassure markets after a recent de-pegging incident. The system confirms the backing of $4.7 billion in U.S. government treasuries and cash equivalents but does not fully address liquidity or smart contract vulnerabilities. The de-pegging was attributed by WLFI to a "coordinated attack" involving compromised accounts and market manipulation, highlighting operational security concerns in the protocol.
President Donald Trump ordered a ban on federal agencies using Anthropic's AI services, citing national security concerns, and directed the Defense Department to label the company a "Supply-Chain Risk." In response, OpenAI announced a deal with the Department of Defense to deploy its models on classified networks, emphasizing safety and restrictions against domestic surveillance and autonomous weapons. The AI industry criticized the move, with some companies threatening legal action and lawmakers calling for de-escalation, amid ongoing debates over AI use in defense and national security.
Since Donald Trump's second term, the U.S. border-security budget has increased significantly, with over $53 billion allocated to Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for procurement, construction, and improvements, including new border wall contracts and surveillance technologies. The article highlights the widespread use of advanced and sometimes controversial military-style equipment, such as high-energy lasers, surveillance towers, drones, and unmanned aircraft, funded by this growth in border security spending. Despite ongoing debates over immigration enforcement reforms and calls for infrastructure modernization, a large portion of the budget remains unspent, fueling concerns about contractor profits and the lack of transparency in border security investments.
Alexis Wilkins, girlfriend of Kash Patel, briefly addressed his controversial trip to the Winter Olympics, defending his attendance and suggesting the FBI's security role was the main focus. She veered into unrelated claims about political spending and scientific research, dismissing criticism of Patel's behavior and the trip. The trip faced scrutiny due to its expense, perceived lack of official purpose, and Patel's socializing with the U.S. hockey team.
Nearly 400 alumni of Stetson University College of Law signed a letter criticizing Attorney General Pam Bondi's testimony before Congress regarding Jeffrey Epstein files, accusing her of lacking transparency and ethical standards. The alumni, including retired judges, called for the university to reaffirm its principles and requested a meeting with the dean to discuss their concerns. The school responded with a statement that it had no comment.
