Policy & Law

NASA Administrator Suggests Putting Data Centers in Space Amid Ground Facility Controversy

Jared Isaacman proposed orbiting U.S. computing infrastructure to leverage solar power, addressing concerns about land use and energy consumption of terrestrial AI facilities.

By Diane Park · Thursday, August 27, 2026 · 3 min read
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Flock Safety Contract Cancellations Spread Cities Cite Data Privacy Concerns

The Phoenix suburb of Tempe terminated an $80,000 contract and said it would turn off all Flock cameras, joining a growing list of jurisdictions reviewing the company's automated license plate readers.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, August 27, 2026 · 3 min read
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Dingell Frustrated by Media Focus on Hasan Piker in Michigan Senate Race

The Michigan Democrat said coverage should center on policy choices voters face, not commentary from political streamers.

By Diane Park · Thursday, August 27, 2026 · 3 min read
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Maine Republican Gubernatorial Nominee Seeks ICE Presence at Polling Sites During Elections

Bobby Charles says he would request White House border czar Tom Homan deploy federal officers to polling locations in the state.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, August 26, 2026 · 3 min read
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Bill Gates: AI Will Either Be 'Greatest Equalizer' or 'Worst Source of Injustice'

Microsoft co-founder calls for urgent societal preparation as artificial intelligence reshapes education, healthcare, and economic opportunity.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, August 26, 2026 · 3 min read
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Sen. John Fetterman Surges With Pennsylvania Republicans, Drawing Party Switch Speculation

The poll shows 73% of Keystone State Republicans view the first-term Democrat favorably while his approval among fellow Democrats has plummeted to 22%.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, August 26, 2026 · 3 min read
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Secret Service Officials Placed on Leave in Inquiry Over Potential Misconduct

The inquiry marks a significant internal review of the agency tasked with protecting the president and other senior officials.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, August 26, 2026 · 3 min read
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Minor League Baseball Coach Released From ICE Custody on Bond

Oswaldo Pirela, a coach in the San Diego Padres organization, was released Monday after being detained by immigration authorities last week.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, August 26, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Bill Gates Issues Warning on AI Disruption, Says 'There Is No Plan'

The Microsoft co-founder's 12-page essay warns the transition will be "one of the most turbulent times in human history" without coordinated preparation.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, August 26, 2026 · 4 min read
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Iowa's Democratic Gubernatorial Nominee Says Kamala Harris Should Not Run in 2028

Rob Sand becomes one of the first high-profile Democrats to publicly state that Harris should not seek the presidential nomination again, citing electability concerns.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, August 26, 2026 · 3 min read