U.S. Government

President Donald Trump claims he has issued orders for the U.S. military to retaliate against Iran if he is assassinated, but experts state a 'dead man’s switch' is not feasible. Under U.S. succession laws, Vice President JD Vance would assume command and decide on retaliation. Iran's supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei vowed to avenge his father's death in recent U.S.-Israeli strikes, while Trump's social media posts warned of military readiness against Iran.

Luis Elizondo, a former Pentagon UFO investigator, claims the US government has unreleased photographs showing monolith-like structures on the moon, which may be released soon.

President Trump claims to have left orders for the U.S. military to retaliate against Iran if he is assassinated, but experts state the U.S. government cannot automate such retaliation. Vice President JD Vance would assume command and decide on any response. Iran's supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei vows revenge for his father's death, which resulted from U.S. and Israeli strikes.

Officials confirmed the Gordie Howe International Bridge will open on July 27, 2024, after years of construction and collaboration between Canada and Michigan. The six-lane bridge spans the Detroit River and aims to enhance trade, reduce traffic, and create jobs through toll revenue-funded operations.

The US government has paid $3 million to victims of the mysterious Havana Syndrome condition, which was reported by officials and diplomats. The illness has been reported by US officials and their families for the past decade.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge connecting Detroit to Windsor, Ontario, will open on July 27 after delays caused by a U.S.-Canada trade dispute. The bridge, funded by a Canadian government-owned corporation, faced ownership and revenue-sharing negotiations during the Trump administration's trade war with Canada.

Beta, an electric air taxi company, completed its first test flights in the U.S. government's pilot program and is among several companies competing to secure Federal Aviation Administration certification for commercial passenger flights.

The U.S. government's digital dollar is set to be banned tonight under a housing law's limit on central bank digital currencies (CBDCs).

Federal inmate Rossen Iossifov faces new charges for allegedly taking $290,000 in government-forfeited cryptocurrency. The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is prosecuting the case.

OpenAI released ChatGPT 5.6 after delaying its public rollout due to US government cybersecurity concerns. The Trump administration requested a restricted release to approved users, which OpenAI complied with, and the wider release followed testing by the Center for AI Standards and Innovation.

Germany will purchase Tomahawk cruise missiles from the United States and station them domestically, as announced by Chancellor Friedrich Merz. The decision marks a shift from planned U.S. deployments to Germany's own long-range strike capability, with the deal finalized during a NATO summit in Ankara.

Three AI trends are accelerating: models are becoming more powerful (e.g., Anthropic's Fable, OpenAI's Sol, SpaceXAI's Grok 4.5), governments are developing regulatory frameworks, and the U.S. and China are considering restricting access to their most advanced AI. The global AI race is shifting toward national security concerns as autonomous agents and open-source models like China's GLM-5.2 redefine competition.

The US government is concerned about US companies increasingly using Chinese-made AI models to reduce costs. This corporate trend has drawn government disapproval.

OpenAI is set to release its most powerful AI model series after a delay caused by US government concerns over potential cybersecurity risks.

Verity Harding, a former DeepMind executive, warns that the US government’s nationalistic approach to AI could lead to a worst-case scenario, as reported by WIRED.

OpenAI will launch GPT-5.6 on Thursday after delaying it due to US government concerns about AI misuse. The US Department of Commerce approved the release following testing under a new oversight framework, while Anthropic recently had its AI models restricted and later allowed. OpenAI also plans to release the Sol, Terra, and Luna models.

U.S. airlines spent $6.66 billion on jet fuel in May, marking an 84% increase compared to the same month in the previous year. The data was released by the government on Tuesday.

Traders on the Kalshi prediction market platform estimate less than a 30% chance the U.S. government will take a stake in AI companies OpenAI and Anthropic this year. The prediction market suggests a low likelihood of federal investment in these companies.

A First Circuit panel upheld the conviction of Eric Robert Johnson for possession of child pornography, ruling that the federal investigation using Freenet Roundup did not violate the Fourth Amendment. Johnson argued the government conducted broad surveillance, but the court found the probe was akin to ordinary Freenet user activity. Investigators later recovered over 5,000 child pornography files and related items during a physical search of Johnson's residence.

A lawsuit alleges the Trump administration's immigration agencies shared confidential information about Iranian asylum seekers with the Iranian government, violating regulations and endangering individuals. The U.S. State Department arranged meetings with Iranian officials via the Pakistani embassy to discuss deportations, including details of asylum applications from people persecuted for religion, sexuality, or protesting against Iran's government.

Lockheed Martin and Rheinmetall signed an agreement to co-produce ATACMS missiles at Rheinmetall’s Unterlüß site in Germany, marking the first non-American production of the missile. The partnership aims to meet European and Ukrainian demand, with production starting in 2027 and requiring U.S. government approval for technology transfer.

Jose Enrique Ojeda Duarte, a Venezuelan asylum-seeker, was wrongfully deported to Venezuela in April due to a clerical error, despite having pending legal cases in the U.S. After legal interventions, he was returned to Chicago in June but continues to struggle with emotional distress and fear of re-arrest following his detention under Operation Midway Blitz.

A new AP-NORC poll shows declining U.S. support for Israel, with rising Democratic criticism and Republican divisions. About one-third of U.S. adults, including half of Democrats, believe Israel committed genocide in Gaza, while opinions on its military actions are split.

The U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve is a government-held stockpile of bitcoin established by executive order in March 2025. Bitcoin is classified as a long-term reserve asset, treated similarly to gold, with the directive that reserve coins cannot be sold. Almost all of the U.S. government’s BTC are included in the reserve.

U.S. prosecutors credit Turkish-Iranian gold trader Reza Zarrab for providing key testimony in a 2017 trial against a Turkish banker, which strained U.S.-Turkey relations. Zarrab admitted to helping Iran evade sanctions and faced threats and asset freezes from Turkey after cooperating with U.S. authorities. The U.S. government recently dismissed a case against Turkey's Halkbank amid improved ties between President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Donald Trump.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is reportedly discussing with President Trump a proposal to give the US government a 5% stake in OpenAI, which could translate to Americans receiving equity shares. The plan aims to compensate individuals for data used in AI development and create a safety net amid labor market concerns, with estimates suggesting a $320 equity stake per American household if distributed directly.

The U.S. debt, once a masterstroke under Alexander Hamilton's 1790 plan to consolidate Revolutionary War debts, established the nation's creditworthiness and financial power. Today, U.S. debt exceeds $39 trillion, raising concerns over sustainability as interest costs surge and fiscal policies remain unaddressed.

Alibaba will pay $600 million to the U.S. government to resolve allegations of selling and importing illegal pharmaceuticals, controlled substances, and regulated chemicals. The dispute involves claims that the Hangzhou-based tech firm engaged in unauthorized pharmaceutical sales in the U.S.

Laura Pinho, a California dance teacher and CODEPINK activist, married a man from Gaza in April to provide him U.S. citizenship, which led to an investigation by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. The U.S. government has indicated she should expect prosecution related to this marriage.

An appeals court ruled that the US government can reinstall historical panels at the site of President George Washington’s Philadelphia home, which focus on slavery. The decision allows panels designed to replace earlier ones removed under an executive order that prohibited information 'disparaging' Americans. Philadelphia opposes the installation, arguing it undermines a historically significant story.

An appeals court allowed the Trump administration to reinstall historical panels at the site of George Washington’s Philadelphia home, replacing earlier panels that detailed slavery. The ruling permits panels focusing on American achievements, following an executive order opposing content that 'disparages' Americans. Philadelphia, which sued over the removal of the prior panels, seeks to block the new installation.

The U.S. government is seeking a reduced prison sentence for James Patten, involved in a stock manipulation scheme linked to Hometown International, a company that operated a single deli. Patten is the third individual to face sentencing in this case.

Anthropic's AI models were temporarily removed from the internet due to a 'jailbreaking' issue flagged by Amazon and addressed by the Trump administration. A 20-day technical and regulatory showdown involving export controls, cybersecurity reviews, and multi-agency collaboration led to the models' July 1 release after safety adjustments.

OpenAI is offering a 5% equity stake valued at $42 billion to the U.S. government. Sam Altman, OpenAI's leader, is advocating for other major AI companies to adopt similar measures.

Several federal prisons, including the Prince George federal prison, are closing due to unaffordable maintenance costs and staffing challenges. The U.S. government cannot cover the billions required to maintain these facilities.

AI could reduce the U.S. deficit by $2.2 trillion by 2036 through productivity gains, but economists warn over half of these savings might be offset by AI-driven disruptions. A study by Brookings and the Federal Reserve highlights potential fiscal benefits from AI but cautions against compounding side effects, similar to the 1990s Internet boom's eroded gains.

The U.S. government reversed export controls on Anthropic’s Fable and Mythos AI models after a two-week suspension, allowing their public use. However, U.S. AI policy remains inconsistent, with ad hoc licensing practices and ongoing debates over cybersecurity frameworks. Anthropic collaborates with Amazon, Microsoft, Google, and other Glasswing partners to establish risk-assessment guidelines for AI model jailbreaks.

Elevance Health sued the U.S. government, claiming federal recalculation of its Medicare Advantage quality ratings violated a recent court ruling, resulting in a $115 million loss. The lawsuit, filed in Georgia, challenges the impact of revised star ratings on the insurer's eligibility for bonuses and rebates tied to quality thresholds.

Most U.S. stocks rose as weaker-than-expected job market data eased pressure on the Federal Reserve to hike interest rates, though tech stocks dragged down major indexes. Treasury yields fell after the U.S. government reported 57,000 jobs added in June, below economists' expectations, potentially delaying rate hikes. National Beverage and Dollar Tree saw significant gains due to special dividends and stock buybacks.

Most U.S. stocks rose as job market data eased concerns about Federal Reserve rate hikes, but tech stocks dragged down the Nasdaq. Treasury yields fell after a weaker-than-expected jobs report, boosting Bitcoin and crypto-related stocks like Robinhood and Coinbase. National Beverage's special dividend also drove its stock up 13.2%.