US Politics

Trump Administration Factions Clash Over AI Policy Direction Internal divisions within the Trump administration over AI regulation have surfaced, with some officials pushing for mandatory safety testing of large AI models while others favor deregulation to maintain U.S. competitiveness. The split reflects a broader policy debate: how to balance AI innovation with risk prevention. The U.S. Commerce Department has already conducted safety testing on AI models from Google, Microsoft, and xAI, but the mandatory nature of these tests and the subsequent regulatory framework remain contested. ...

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton defeats incumbent Senator John Cornyn in a Republican primary upset, signaling a MAGA-aligned shift in the party.

Vance to Host State AGs at White House for Fraud Task Force Vice President Vance will host state attorneys general at the White House to discuss the fraud task force’s next steps, focusing on coordinated enforcement of cross-state fraud cases.

Tulsi Gabbard announces resignation as US Director of National Intelligence, citing her husband’s illness. She had been largely absent from public view during recent military operations.

US Education Secretary Linda McMahon defended plans to dismantle the federal Department of Education at a congressional hearing.

The head of U.S. Border Patrol announced his resignation during a Fox News interview, the latest in a series of personnel changes.

[Brief] US Democrats secured a last-minute legal reprieve in the 2026 redistricting dispute, temporarily averting an unfavorable map. This development could influence the balance of power in upcoming midterm elections.

South Carolina Republicans block a plan to eliminate Democratic Congressman James Clyburn’s House seat.

Two court decisions pave the way for indefinite redistricting as Republicans accelerate gerrymandering efforts and Democrats suffer setbacks in Virginia.

White House Prepares to Replace FDA Commissioner Makary Amid Agency Turmoil The White House is preparing to replace FDA Commissioner Marty Makary, according to The Washington Post. President Trump has signed off on the ouster, senior officials confirmed. Makary’s tenure has been marked by internal policy disputes and personnel turmoil at the agency. The leadership change signals a potential shift in the FDA’s regulatory direction. Source: The Washington Post, Google News ...