Julian Assange's Plea Deal with U.S. Government

Julian Assange has reached a plea deal with the U.S. government to plead guilty to conspiring to obtain and disclose information related to the national defense.

Microsoft security breach

Whistleblower alleges Microsoft prioritized profit over security, leaving U.S. government vulnerable to Russian hack.

U.S. Restrictions on AI Chip Sales to China

Despite U.S. government restrictions on selling advanced AI chips to Chinese companies, American corporations like Oracle have found loopholes to rent out Nvidia's cutting-edge H100 chips to TikTok owner ByteDance on U.S. soil, allowing Chinese companies to access coveted chips. U.S. Commerce Department proposed a rule to verify foreign customers' identities training AI models for potential malicious cyber-enabled activity.

U.S. pauses bomb shipment to Israel over concerns about Gaza assault

The U.S. paused a shipment of bombs to Israel over concerns of a potential full-scale assault on Rafah, Gaza, against U.S. wishes. This decision reflects growing differences between the U.S. and Israeli governments, with the U.S. urging Israel to do more to protect civilians in Gaza.

Federal Reserve and U.S. National Debt

Fund manager Freddie Lait believes the Federal Reserve may cut rates to help the U.S. cover interest payments for the national debt. U.S. government spending on interest payments is expected to climb to $870 billion this year.

Former U.S. Ambassador Admits to Acting as Secret Agent for Cuba

Former U.S. Ambassador and National Security Council member, Victor Manuel Rocha, pleaded guilty to acting as a secret agent for communist Cuba for decades. He was sentenced to 15 years in prison for working against the U.S. government and must cooperate with the U.S. for any damage assessment related to his work.

Chinese Military Companies Lobbying in the U.S.

Chinese military companies have spent over $24 million on lobbying the U.S. government since 2020, targeting proposed policies that would impact their U.S. operations. Huawei and other major security threat companies have been lobbying extensively, with Huawei spending the most on Washington lobbyists.

Former U.S. Ambassador and NSC Member Guilty of Acting as Cuban Agent

Former U.S. ambassador and National Security Council member pleads guilty to acting as a secret agent for Cuba for decades. He is sentenced to 15 years in prison for working against the U.S. government. Prosecutors dismissed other charges in exchange for his guilty plea.

Julian Assange's Extradition Case

Julian Assange will not be extradited to the U.S. immediately as a British court ruled in his favor. The court has asked for specific assurances from the U.S. regarding his rights before making a final decision. Assange faces charges related to the publication of classified U.S. intelligence files in 2010 and could potentially face a long prison sentence if convicted.

Venezuela's Election and President Nicolás Maduro's Authoritarian Tactics

President Nicolás Maduro blocks opponents from running in Venezuela's election, leading to a surprise protest candidacy by an academic, Corina Yoris. The U.S. government is monitoring the situation and considering reimposing oil sanctions if electoral guarantees are not met.

Former U.S. Ambassador Charged with Spying for Cuba

Former U.S. ambassador Victor Manuel Rocha charged with working against the U.S. government for communist Cuba in 'clandestine intelligence-gathering missions.' Rocha served as a Cuban agent for over 40 years, obtaining classified information and affecting U.S. foreign policy. He pleaded guilty to multiple charges in federal court.

Violent Crimes Linked to Venezuelan Migrants in the U.S.

The article discusses violent crimes linked to Venezuelan migrants in the U.S., challenges faced by the U.S. government in deporting them, and the political tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela. The Biden administration's efforts to lift sanctions on Venezuela and the implications of deportation policies are highlighted.

Operation Warp Speed for COVID-19 Vaccine Development

Operation Warp Speed is a U.S. government project aiming to fast-track the development of a COVID-19 vaccine with a goal of having 300 million doses by January 2021. The project has unsettled some vaccine scientists and public health experts due to concerns about the timeline and potential duplication of efforts. The project plans to pick a diverse set of vaccine candidates and pour significant resources into comparative studies, fast-tracked trials, and manufacturing. It aims to prioritize American interests and is not considering vaccine candidates from China.