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KRL International

Trump to Drop Plans for $1.8B Anti-Weaponization Fund

Kathleen Hicks, former US Deputy Secretary of Defense in the Biden administration, says the path out of the Iran conflict requires experienced negotiators and professional diplomatic teams. Rep. Mike Flood (R-NE) stresses the need for Congress to move on reconciliation after the Justice Department made what he calls the "right choice" on the $1.8 billion so-called "weaponization" fund. Rep. Maggie Goodlander (D-NH) criticizes President Trump's handling of the conflict with Iran, arguing Congress must use its war-powers and spending authority to demand clearer answers from the Pentagon.

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Trump Signs AI Cybersecurity Order After Debate Over Its Reach

President Donald Trump ordered US agencies to work with artificial intelligence companies on protecting against AI-enabled cyber attacks under a long-awaited directive that he had postponed last month citing his concern that it risked stifling tech innovation.

Chicago US Attorney Working With Eyes on Washington, Critics Say

The implosion of a prosecution against anti-ICE protesters is the latest indication that US Attorney Andrew Boutros is prioritizing loyalty to Washington over the Northern District of Illinois’ longstanding nonpartisan customs, former federal prosecutors said.

Rubio Defends Iran War, Ebola Response in Combative Hearing

Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended the US war effort in Iran, as well as the Trump administration’s global public health strategy amid a worsening Ebola outbreak, as he faced hostile questions from Democrats in a hearing before Congress on Tuesday.

Trump to Get Audit Immunity as $1.8 Billion Fund in Doubt

US officials are continuing with an agreement that bars the government from probing past tax filings from President Donald Trump and his businesses, according to a person familiar with the matter, while a plan to set up an “Anti-Weaponization Fund” is on hold.

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BGOV OnPoint: Must-Pass Defense Policy Bill Set for First Votes

Work on the annual defense authorization bill is ramping up this month with key committees on both sides of Capitol Hill planning to advance their respective measures in the coming days.

BGOV Bill Analysis: H.R. 8646, Fiscal 2027 Agriculture-FDA Funds

The Agriculture Department, Food and Drug Administration, and related agencies would receive $26.3 billion in discretionary funding in fiscal 2027 under H.R. 8646.

Private Sector Investment Heats Up at US Agencies: Explained

The federal government — and the Pentagon specifically — wants the newest technology on the fastest track. And to get there, government agencies are using taxpayer dollars to invest in private innovation.

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