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Some Lawmakers Worry AI Could Expand Government's Ability To Spy On Citizens Without A Warrant

Congress is considering reauthorizing a law that critics say the government uses to spy on its own citizens without a warrant. AI could make the problem worse.

International Business Times

Congress Still Has a Chance To Curb Section 702 Surveillance Abuses

Sen. Ron Wyden warns that Americans would be “stunned” at how officials have used the law.

Reason

RFK Jr faces intense questions in US Senate on measles and flu deaths

Health secretary says ‘I had nothing to do with the measles outbreak’ and claims to support measles and MMR vaccines

The Guardian - US

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FISA Reform Blues

Plus: The House passes a short-term FISA extension, Ron Wyden urges fellow Senate Democrats to oppose a "clean" bill, and Norway gets robot buses.

Reason

Kennedy returns to Capitol Hill with clout diminished

Kennedy is expected to face a gauntlet of questions about vaccines, autism and other hot-button issues.

Axios

How are China and Iran cornering US without firing a shot amid tensions in Gulf

China and Iran are increasingly using global supply chains and strategic chokepoints to counter the United States, reshaping economic warfare and exposing Washington’s vulnerabilities, according to a report by The Washington Post that examines how, when, where, why and how these tactics are playing out in today’s shifting geopolitical landscape.

The Times of India

Iran 'Flow Control': How Tehran Took the Global Economy Hostage to End the War

Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz forced a ceasefire with the U.S. and Israel and exposed just how dependent the world economy is on a few vulnerable chokepoints.

International Business Times UK

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Trump Accused Of Gutting State Department, Leaving Iran Crisis In Hands Of 'Real Estate Developer' Jared Kushner

Explore how Jared Kushner, a real estate developer, became the lead US negotiator in nuclear talks with Iran, amid criticism and conflict of interest concerns.

International Business Times UK

Jared Kushner is seeking peace deals in the Middle East. He’s also raising money for his own firm

The president’s son-in-law is acting as an envoy even as he looks to secure billions for his company from foreign governments

The Guardian - US

Jared Kushner's Peace Envoy Role Collides With £3.9 Billion Fundraising Push in the Middle East Amid Iran War

Explore controversy as Jared Kushner faces scrutiny over £3.9B Gulf fundraising during US diplomacy, sparking conflict-of-interest concerns and a congressional probe.

International Business Times UK

5 Photos of Ron Wyden's Son: Financier Adam Wyden Reportedly Sought Investment From Jeffrey Epstein in 2016

Adam Wyden, son of Senator Ron Wyden, faces scrutiny after reports he sought investment from Jeffrey Epstein in 2016.

International Business Times UK

How the FBI can conduct mass surveillance – even without AI

Anthropic fought against the government’s misuse of its technology, but authorities are buying Americans’ data, enabling them to surveil citizens at scale

The Guardian - US

Deputy AG Blanche’s Epstein defense just took a sharp turn after he blasted a Senator’s obstruction allegations as an unhinged fabrication for clicks

Wyden is accusing Blanche and the DOJ of not being above board.

We Got This Covered

Why is the FBI buying people’s location data and how is it using the information?

FBI director revealed agency had resumed buying private information en masse in possible constitutional violation

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First Thing: Trump threatens to ‘blow up’ all of Iran’s South Pars gasfield if Tehran strikes Qatar

The move would be a major escalation in the US-Israel war against Iran. Plus, FBI director admits to buying data tracking Americans’ locations

The Guardian - US

Kash Patel admits under oath FBI is buying location data on Americans

Admission came during questioning at Senate intelligence committee worldwide threats hearing

Latin Times

Democratic Sen. Calls On DEA To Give Information On Suspicious Transactions Related To Jeffrey Epstein In Drug-Trafficking Case

Democratic Sen. Ron Wyden is calling on the Drug Enforcement Administration to provide information about a long-running investigation involving Jeffrey Epstein.

Roll Call

Bipartisan Senate bill promises 'commonsense fixes' to IRS

Senate Finance Committee leaders introduced a bipartisan bill Thursday to overhaul the procedures and administration of the IRS.

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Reason

Can People in Frog Costumes Beat Fascism?

The "State of the Swamp" event highlights the power and limits of absurdity and whimsy in political protest.

International Business Times UK

Who Skipped Trump's State Of The Union Address: Here's Full List Of Those Who Boycotted The Event And Why

Over 80 Democratic lawmakers boycott President Trump's State of the Union Address, highlighting political divisions.

International Business Times UK

Newly Released Memo Shows Jeffrey Epstein Was Target of 2010 DEA Probe Over Suspicious Money Transfers

A newly released DEA memo reveals Jeffrey Epstein was named in 2010 drug probe involving $50m in transfers tied to drugs and prostitution in New York, US Virgin Islands.

The Independent UK

Democrats demand government refund billions in Trump tariff money

The measure would prioritize refunds for small businesses and encourages importers, wholesalers and large companies to pass the refunds on to their customers

The Independent UK

US officials tell DOJ now is the ‘time to act’ on Epstein files investigation in wake of Andrew’s arrest in the UK

‘If a Prince can be held accountable, so can a President,’ wrote one Democrat

We Got This Covered

Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS just led to the introduction of the ‘Stop Presidential Embezzlement Act’

They see a massive conflict of interest.

The Independent UK

Newly obtained emails undermine RFK Jr.'s testimony about 2019 Samoa trip before measles outbreak

Documents obtained by The Guardian and The Associated Press undermine Robert F_ Kennedy Jr_'s testimony during his Senate confirmation hearings that the 2019 trip he took to Samoa before a devastating measles outbreak had “nothing to do with vaccines.”

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