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When AI tests cause damage, we need stronger safeguards and real accountability

August 20, 2026

When AI tests cause damage, we need stronger safeguards and real accountability

When AI models breach outside systems during cybersecurity evaluations, punishing labs too harshly could deter critical safety research America needs.

Missouri judge hands Trump, GOP major redistricting win ahead of midterm elections

August 19, 2026

Missouri judge hands Trump, GOP major redistricting win ahead of midterm elections

President Donald Trump scored a major redistricting win as a Missouri judge ruled the GOP-backed map splitting Kansas City cannot face a referendum.

Alaskan political scion hopes to hold onto state's single House seat

August 19, 2026

Alaskan political scion hopes to hold onto state's single House seat

Nicholas Begich III faces a major insurgency from independent candidate Bill Hill in Alaska's ranked choice voting congressional primary race.

Media executive overcomes Trump endorsement in race to succeed Byron Donalds in ‘circus-like primary’

August 18, 2026

Media executive overcomes Trump endorsement in race to succeed Byron Donalds in ‘circus-like primary’

Catalina Lauf, an appointee from the first Trump administration, lost to businessman Jim Schwartzel in a heated primary to succeed Rep. Byron Donalds.

Rep Ralph Norman calls Senate hiatus 'a slap in the face' while SAVE Act remains stalled

August 18, 2026

Rep Ralph Norman calls Senate hiatus 'a slap in the face' while SAVE Act remains stalled

Rep. Ralph Norman, R-S.C., criticized Senate Republican leaders for going on a five-week recess, demanding action on the stalled SAVE America Act and other conservative priorities.

House Democrat investigated over alleged 'inappropriate sexual contact' with staffer

August 17, 2026

House Democrat investigated over alleged 'inappropriate sexual contact' with staffer

The House Ethics Committee announced an investigation into Rep. Jimmy Gomez over allegations of inappropriate sexual contact with a House staffer.

Reporter's Notebook: Daylight saving time fight puts Senate up against a ticking clock

August 17, 2026

Reporter's Notebook: Daylight saving time fight puts Senate up against a ticking clock

Trump urged Republican senators to release holds on the Sunshine Protection Act, but lawmakers from northern states raise concerns about dark mornings.

Hakeem Jeffries rejects Medicare for All, DSA agenda as Ro Khanna calls health plan 'most important priority'

August 16, 2026

Hakeem Jeffries rejects Medicare for All, DSA agenda as Ro Khanna calls health plan 'most important priority'

Hakeem Jeffries rejected Medicare for All and the Democratic Socialists of America's agenda on "Meet the Press" while Rep. Ro Khanna broke ranks.

Fauci refuses Senate appearance after invoking Fifth Amendment more than 100 times in COVID probe

August 15, 2026

Fauci refuses Senate appearance after invoking Fifth Amendment more than 100 times in COVID probe

Anthony Fauci's attorney rejected Sen. Ron Johnson's request to testify, arguing a second Senate appearance would amount to political harassment.

‘The Odyssey’ reminds us of the nightmare we are leaving for American children

August 15, 2026

‘The Odyssey’ reminds us of the nightmare we are leaving for American children

Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" reminds us how America's $40 trillion national debt is a threat to our future just as the suitors were in the movie.