Viral ‘Kimi AI’ is built on stolen technology, Trump tech advisor claims Accusations come amid escalating fight between US and China over artificial intelligence The Independent UK · Jul 23
Even as the Iran war rages over Nuclear Enrichment, Trump signs a deal with Saudi Arabia for the same, triggering concerns and criticism Experts claim this will make a deal with Iran a lot more difficult We Got This Covered · Jul 23
Middle East Clashes Sent Oil Soaring. AI Spending And Inflation Fears Led Stocks To Sink Stocks sunk on Thursday as escalating clashes in the Middle East send oil soaring, while rekindled inflation fears and concerns over AI spending are leading stocks to plummet. International Business Times · Jul 23
At the Races: Seeing blue in Georgia Welcome to At the Races! Each week we bring you news and analysis from the CQ Roll Call campaign team. Know someone who’d like to get this newsletter? They can subscribe here. By Daniela Altimari and Mary Ellen McIntire A new poll of one of the most consequential Senate races on the… Roll Call · Jul 23
Donald Trump adds Israel strings to Saudi nuclear deal, throwing landmark pact into uncertain terrain US President Trump linked the Saudi nuclear deal to Abraham Accords normalization. This condition was not previously stated when the agreement was unveiled. Saudi Arabia maintains its stance on Palestinian statehood progress. The deal faces scrutiny in Congress and among critics. This move complicates diplomatic efforts and future negotiations. The Times of India · Jul 23
Trump will welcome the World Series champion Dodgers to the White House President Donald Trump is welcoming Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers to the White House The Independent UK · Jul 23
US House votes to halt Iran war in fresh rebuke to Donald Trump The US House passed a resolution directing President Trump to halt military action against Iran. This measure, largely symbolic, requires congressional authorization for any further hostilities. Four Republicans joined Democrats in supporting the resolution, which passed by a narrow margin. The vote occurred after Trump warned of "major military punishment"… The Economic Times · Jul 23
'Healthiest Americans Ever' Refuse To Work: Record 105.8 Million Exit Labour Force Under Trump A record 105.8 million Americans are not in the labour force, highlighting economic concerns as job growth slows and wages struggle to keep pace with inflation. International Business Times UK · Jul 23
Trump considering ‘massive attack’ on Iran bigger than previous strikes, Axios reports President Donald Trump is seriously weighing a significant military strike against Iran. He indicated a decision is imminent and the operation would be larger than ever. Israel would join within minutes if requested by the United States. However, the US does not require Israeli involvement for this potential action. No… The Economic Times · Jul 23
Trump Facing Unprecedented Threat Surge as Secret Service Opens 10,000 High Risk Intelligence Cases The US Secret Service reports a 40% increase in protective intelligence investigations, an unprecedented level of threats against the President, driven by a multitude of security challenges. International Business Times UK · Jul 23
Trump Demands His Money Back From E. Jean Carroll After Paying Her Millions Trump is demanding $5.6 million back from E. Jean Carroll after the money was finally paid. Her lawyers say the judgment is final, but the legal battle is far from over. International Business Times UK · Jul 23
Elon Musk says he got ‘carried away’ with Trump – but still holds on to contentious political views In interview, billionaire says instead of running ‘Doge’ he should’ve ‘worked on my companies’ and shares extreme predictions The Guardian - US · Jul 23
Iran crisis is not solely a product of Trump’s rule Letters: Focusing on Donald Trump’s defects risks making war appear as an aberration rather than as a recurring feature of American power, writes David Eaton. Plus letters from Blaine Stothard and Harvey Gilbert The Guardian - UK · Jul 23
The Houthis Are Attacking Saudi Ships In The Red Sea. Iran Reportedly Sent Military Advisers And Equipment To Help Iran reportedly flew military commanders and equipment to Yemen to help the Houthis enforce their blockade of Saudi oil going through the Red Sea, according to a new report. International Business Times · Jul 23
Reason · Jul 23 This Bipartisan Senate Bill Would Make Your Google Search Results Less Useful Regulating search results when AI is upending the industry is a fool’s errand.
Fortune · Jul 23 Trump dismisses affordability as a ‘word made up by the Democrats’ while predicting oil will come ‘tumbling down.’ (It’s at $100 per barrel) At his rally, Trump admitted, “You may be paying a little bit more,” and pleaded for more time, while saying the Iranians “break every deal they make.”
Roll Call · Jul 23 Former South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford enters race for Graham’s seat Former South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford on Thursday jumped into the growing Republican special election primary for the late Sen. Lindsey Graham’s seat. Sanford, who served two separate stints in the House representing South Carolina’s 1st District, briefly ran for his old Charleston-centered seat this year before dropping out to…
The Independent UK · Jul 23 Trump’s USDA secretary is sending ‘proselytizing Christian messages’ to government employees, lawsuit claims Brooke Rollins is unconstitutionally ‘preaching’ to federal workers, lawsuit claims
The Guardian - US · Jul 23 Seth Meyers on Trump’s approval ratings: ‘Worse than Bush during the Iraq war’ Late-night host discussed Trump’s claims of a rigged 2020 election, push for voting changes and new Canadian tariffs
Barchart · Jul 23 Oklo Joins Trump’s $200M Nuclear Push for AI. Here’s What It Means for OKLO Stock. Oklo energy joins President Donald Trump's administration to boost nuclear energy development.
The Independent UK · Jul 23 Trump appears to like ‘fake news’ as he promotes CNN data guru talking about his ‘effect’ In the segment, data analyst Harry Enten credits Trump’s ‘ability to move the electorate in primaries’ to his popularity in the GOP
The Independent UK · Jul 23 Senate will pass Trump’s pick to replace Tulsi Gabbard ... for all the wrong reasons ANALYSIS: The ‘YOLO’ Republicans have a standard: No J6 supporters, writes John Bowden. So why doesn’t that extend to nominees who are wishy-washy about 2020?
Bangkok Post · Jul 23 Oil soars to $100 on fresh Mideast attacks LONDON - Oil prices surged to $100 a barrel on Thursday as Tehran-backed Houthi rebels targeted Red Sea shipping and US President Donald Trump threatened to strike them in return.
International Business Times UK · Jul 23 'Level Of Incompetence Is Insane': Gunman Mocked Secret Service In Manifesto Before Trump Attack The US Secret Service says it has probed about 10,000 threats this year as a manifesto from the alleged Trump attack gunman slamming 'insane' security gaps hangs over a rescheduled DC dinner.
The Independent UK · Jul 23 Lauren Boebert randomly talks about her botox when asked about military spending ‘I don’t want to be on camera this week, and I’ve been on camera more than any other week,’ Colorado Republican says