Tag: national_security

Treasury Unveils Redesigned CFIUS Website to Streamline Foreign Investment Reviews

29 Jul 2026 8:32 a.m. · Source: US Treasury

The U.S. Treasury launched a redesigned CFIUS website, CFIUS.gov, featuring a pre-filing portal, risk matrix, and process guidance. This aims to modernize information access and streamline foreign investment reviews, enhancing national security and economic engagement.

Politics and Government Business Federal Government Economy Trade Computers and Internet US Department of the Treasury CFIUS Foreign Investment National Security Scott Bessent Chris Pilkerton Government US Treasury
U.S. Government Enacts Policy Banning High-Risk Life Sciences Research

28 Jul 2026 3:20 p.m. · Source: National Institutes of Health

The U.S. Government has enacted a new policy banning dangerous gain-of-function research. This comprehensive framework, announced by NIH Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, enhances oversight, strengthens global safeguards, and mandates rigorous review for all life sciences projects.

Health Politics and Government Science & Technology Federal Government General Politics Medical Science Education Social Issues U.S. Government NIH Life Sciences Research Gain-of-Function Research Biomedical Research Policy National Security National Institutes of Health
Media Monitor: Rep. Jason Crow Navigates Political Challenges, Leads Democratic Recruitment

27 Jul 2026 6:00 p.m. · Source: Time Magazine

Time Magazine reports on Democratic Rep. Jason Crow's journey from paratrooper to power player, detailing his role in candidate recruitment, his defiance against President Trump's calls for arrest, and his growing influence in Congress.

Politics and Government Law Enforcement Conflict USA General Politics Democratic Party Federal Government Congress Election Legal Jason Crow House Democrats Donald Trump National Security Candidate Recruitment Impeachment Iran War Time Magazine
Commerce Department Streamlines Export Controls for Sound Suppressors

27 Jul 2026 11:52 a.m. · Source: Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS)

The Department of Commerce will transfer export control authority for certain sound suppressors from the State Department to BIS, effective November 20, 2026. This move aims to streamline regulations, aligning them with existing firearm controls and easing industry compliance.

Politics and Government Business Federal Government Economy Trade Legal Export Controls Sound Suppressors Bureau of Industry and Security Commerce Control List Firearms Industry National Security Jeffrey I. Kessler Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS)
Nebraska Governor Signs Landmark Law to Shield State from Foreign Threats

25 Jul 2026 9:40 p.m. · Source: Office of Nebraska Governor

Governor Pillen and Senator Bostar ceremonially signed LB 1096, a new law protecting Nebraska's agriculture, energy, and infrastructure from foreign adversaries and biological threats, with FBI and national security advocates present.

Politics and Government Business Conflict General Politics State Governments Economy Legal Military Medical Science Nebraska Jim Pillen Eliot Bostar LB 1096 National Security Agricultural Economy Foreign Threats Office of Nebraska Governor
U.S. Department of War Updates List of Foreign Institutions Posing Technology Transfer Risks

23 Jul 2026 10:10 a.m. · Source: U.S. Department of War

The Department of War has updated its list of 130 foreign institutions in China, Russia, and Iran, identified for problematic activities that threaten U.S. technology transfer and national security, urging caution for domestic partners.

Politics and Government Science & Technology World Conflict Federal Government General Politics Education Military Asia Europe U.S. Department of War Technology Transfer National Security China Russia Iran Academic Institutions
Vandenberg Coalition Reflects on Pompeo's China Speech, Endorses Russia Sanctions Act

23 Jul 2026 8:32 a.m. · Source: The Vandenberg Coalition

The Vandenberg Coalition marked the anniversary of Mike Pompeo's China speech and endorsed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia Act, urging Congress to act swiftly to weaken Russia's war machine.

Politics and Government Conflict Business Science & Technology Federal Government Middle East Asia Military Economy Social Issues Vandenberg Coalition Mike Pompeo China Russia Sanctions Foreign Policy National Security The Vandenberg Coalition
DHS S&T Unveils Genesis Mission Challenges for National Security and Biotech Innovation

22 Jul 2026 2:56 p.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

DHS S&T launches Genesis Mission challenges to enhance national security. The initiatives focus on developing AI-driven software assurance for critical infrastructure and advanced platforms for early detection and attribution of biological threats, aiming to protect public health and U.S. leadership.

Science & Technology Politics and Government Health Federal Government Artificial Intelligence Medical Science Computers and Internet Economy DHS S&T Genesis Mission National Security Software Assurance Biotechnology Biological Threats U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Department of War Commits Over $1.5 Billion to AI for Science Through Genesis Mission

22 Jul 2026 9:49 a.m. · Source: U.S. Department of War

The Department of War joins the Genesis Mission, committing over $1.5 billion by FY 2027 to leverage AI for scientific discovery. This national effort aims to enhance national security, accelerate technological advances, and support the American warfighter.

Politics and Government Science & Technology Business Conflict Federal Government White House Artificial Intelligence Economy Medical Science Military U.S. Department of War Genesis Mission Scientific Discovery National Security Digital Biosecurity Forge Funding
Media Monitor: Trump AI advisors clash over Chinese open-source model Kimi

20 Jul 2026 2:00 p.m. · Source: MIT Technology Review

MIT Technology Review is reporting that President Donald Trump's AI advisors are divided over how to address the rise of a free Chinese AI model, Kimi, which rivals leading U.S. technologies.

Politics and Government Business Science & Technology Artificial Intelligence Federal Government Economy Trade National Security Donald Trump Kimi China OpenAI Anthropic US Politics MIT Technology Review MIT science technology
Congress.gov Reveals Most-Viewed Bills for Mid-July 2026

20 Jul 2026 8:51 a.m. · Source: U.S. Library of Congress

The Library of Congress's Congress.gov platform released its most-viewed bills for the week of July 19, 2026, highlighting public interest in legislation spanning health, national security, housing, and digital assets.

Politics and Government Health Business Conflict Congress Federal Government Economy Medical Science Military Social Issues Legislation Congress.gov Public Policy National Security Healthcare Housing Digital Assets U.S. Library of Congress
DHS Implements Fixed Visa Terms to End Foreign Student Visa Abuse

16 Jul 2026 11:55 a.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

DHS ends "duration of status" for foreign students, exchange visitors, and media, implementing fixed visa terms and stricter vetting. This aims to curb visa abuse, enhance national security, and ensure individuals complete studies and return home.

Politics and Government Law Enforcement Federal Government General Politics Legal Education Social Issues U.S. Department of Homeland Security Foreign Students Visa Abuse National Security Immigration System Markwayne Mullin Student Visas
Department of War Launches National Security Fund to Bolster Critical Minerals Supply

16 Jul 2026 8:36 a.m. · Source: U.S. Department of War

The Department of War's Office of Strategic Capital introduces the National Security Fund Finance program to address critical mineral shortages. This initiative, backed by President Trump, aims to strengthen U.S. national security and industrial independence.

Politics and Government Business Federal Government General Politics Economy Financial Markets Military U.S. Department of War Office of Strategic Capital National Security Fund Finance Critical Minerals National Security Donald J. Trump Government Finance
Vandenberg Coalition Demands Release of American Citizen Detained in China

16 Jul 2026 8:32 a.m. · Source: The Vandenberg Coalition

Thirty-two national security experts from The Vandenberg Coalition call on President Trump and Secretary Rubio to make the release of American citizen Min Zin, detained in China on espionage charges, a top diplomatic priority.

Politics and Government Conflict World Disasters Federal Government Middle East Latin America Economy Military Law Enforcement Vandenberg Coalition Min Zin China Diplomacy Espionage National Security The Vandenberg Coalition
House to Consider Bills on Daylight Saving, National Security, Veterans, and Firearms Retailers

14 Jul 2026 12:57 p.m. · Source: U.S. Library of Congress

The U.S. House of Representatives will consider H.Res.1423, addressing permanent daylight saving time, national security appropriations, veteran benefits, and merchant codes for firearms retailers, setting the stage for key legislative debates.

Politics and Government Business Federal Government Congress General Politics Legal Social Issues Military U.S. House of Representatives Legislation Daylight Saving Time National Security Veterans Benefits Appropriations Firearms Retailers U.S. Library of Congress
Department of War's APFIT Program Exceeds $2 Billion in Awards, Unveils New Software Capabilities

14 Jul 2026 10:23 a.m. · Source: U.S. Department of War

The Department of War's APFIT program has surpassed $2 billion in awards, accelerating innovative technologies to warfighters. This round also debuts new software capabilities, enhancing defense readiness and expanding the industrial base.

Politics and Government Science & Technology Business Conflict Federal Government Military Artificial Intelligence Computers and Internet Economy Department of War APFIT military technology defense innovation software procurement national security U.S. Department of War
Honduran National Charged for Illegal Drone Flight During FIFA World Cup Match

13 Jul 2026 1:35 p.m. · Source: FBI

A Honduran national faces federal charges for illegally flying an unregistered drone in restricted airspace near Dallas Stadium during a FIFA World Cup match, prompting warnings from authorities about strict no-fly zones.

Law Enforcement Sport Science & Technology Politics and Government Legal Federal Government Transportation Drone FIFA World Cup Dallas Stadium Luis Mauricio Flores Ordonez Federal Aviation Administration FBI National Security
Department of War Invests $25 Million to Boost U.S. Critical Minerals Refining

13 Jul 2026 12:03 p.m. · Source: U.S. Department of War

The Department of War is investing $25 million with ReElement Technologies to expand U.S. critical minerals refining in Indiana. This aims to secure domestic access to rare earth elements for defense systems, strengthening the industrial base and national security.

Politics and Government Business Science & Technology Federal Government Economy Military Astronomy and Space U.S. Department of War ReElement Technologies Critical Minerals Rare Earth Elements Industrial Base National Security Marion, Indiana
Global Tensions Mount: Israel Elections, US-Iran Standoff, and Ukraine War Dominate News

13 Jul 2026 7:55 a.m. · Source: Foundation for Defense of Democracies

A new FDD brief highlights escalating global tensions, including Israel's upcoming election, intensified US-Iran clashes in the Strait of Hormuz, and continued drone warfare in Ukraine, alongside other critical international developments.

Politics and Government Conflict Science & Technology World General Politics Military Middle East Europe Artificial Intelligence Economy Israel Iran Ukraine Russia National Security Foundation for Defense of Democracies
Media Monitor: Justice Dept. subpoenas N.Y. Times journalists over Air Force One reports

11 Jul 2026 1:31 p.m. · Source: Washington Post

The Washington Post is reporting that the Justice Department has subpoenaed New York Times journalists regarding their coverage of President Donald Trump's new Qatari-donated Air Force One, which reportedly lacks certain security features.

Politics and Government Media Federal Government General Politics Digital and Print Publishing Justice Department Subpoenas New York Times Donald Trump Air Force One Qatar National Security The Washington Post
Former ORNL Employee Sentenced for Acting as Foreign Agent and Making False Statements

9 Jul 2026 1:31 p.m. · Source: FBI

A former Oak Ridge National Laboratory employee, Portia Anyamba, has been sentenced to federal prison for acting as a foreign agent for South Africa and making false statements on her security clearance application, jeopardizing national security.

Politics and Government Law Enforcement Federal Government Legal Employment and Labor Social Issues Portia Anyamba Oak Ridge National Laboratory Foreign Agent South Africa National Security False Statements FBI
Vandenberg Coalition Podcast Explores Cuba's Enduring Threat to U.S. Security

9 Jul 2026 8:32 a.m. · Source: The Vandenberg Coalition

The Vandenberg Coalition's new podcast examines Cuba's ongoing threat to the U.S., exploring its adversarial partnerships and policy options. The coalition also highlights analyses on American sovereignty, China's energy strategy, and global security challenges.

Politics and Government Conflict World General Politics Federal Government Military Middle East Asia Europe Cuba National Security Foreign Policy Vandenberg Coalition Iran China The Vandenberg Coalition
Freight Forwarding Manager Sentenced to 18 Months for Illegally Exporting Oil and Gas Equipment to Russia

7 Jul 2026 11:27 a.m. · Source: FBI

Natalya Mazulina, a Washington freight forwarding manager, received 18 months in prison for illegally shipping controlled oil and gas equipment to Russia, circumventing U.S. export laws and forfeiting $77,000.

Politics and Government Business Law Enforcement Conflict Federal Government Legal Trade Military Economy Natalya Mazulina Export Controls Russia Freight Forwarding Eastern District of New York Oil and Gas Equipment National Security FBI
Media Monitor: Breaking Defense announces 2026 NSSA Space Investors Forum

8 Jul 2026 1:24 p.m. · Source: Breaking Defense

Breaking Defense is reporting on the upcoming 2026 NSSA Space Investors Forum, set to gather national security leaders and private capital to discuss U.S. space leadership amid rising global threats.

Politics and Government Business Science & Technology USA Federal Government Economy Financial Markets Astronomy and Space Military Space Technology National Security Investment Department of Defense China Russia Arlington, VA Breaking Defense Breaking Defence
Department of War Launches Cyber Apprenticeship Program, Applications Now Open

6 Jul 2026 3:13 p.m. · Source: U.S. Department of War

The U.S. Department of War opens applications for its Cyber Apprenticeship Program, offering paid training to U.S. citizens aged 18+ with no prior experience. Defend digital frontlines and secure a high-demand cyber career.

Politics and Government Conflict Science & Technology Business Federal Government Military Computers and Internet Employment and Labor Education White House Department of War Cyber Apprenticeship Program Cybersecurity Skills-based hiring National Security USAJOBS Kirsten Davies U.S. Department of War
Media Monitor: FactCheck.org details screwworm blame game, Bolton plea, and Supreme Court citizenship ruling

3 Jul 2026 8:31 a.m. · Source: FactCheck.org

FactCheck.org reports on the political blame surrounding the return of the screwworm to the U.S., John Bolton's guilty plea for retaining national defense information, and a Supreme Court ruling on birthright citizenship.

Politics and Government Business Science & Technology General Politics Federal Government Economy Agriculture Legal Screwworm Texas Political Blame John Bolton National Security Birthright Citizenship U.S. Supreme Court FactCheck.org
CSIS Program Examines Critical Minerals' Role in U.S. Defense Amid China's Export Controls

2 Jul 2026 6:12 p.m. · Source: CSIS Critical Minerals Security Program

The CSIS Critical Minerals Security Program highlights a new report on minerals' role in U.S. defense, alongside expert analysis on China's rare earth export controls targeting U.S. firms and global efforts by the G7 to build resilient critical mineral supply…

Politics and Government Business Science & Technology World Economy Trade Federal Government Military Asia Europe Critical Minerals Rare Earths China National Security Export Controls Geopolitics
U.S. Coast Guard Finalizes Contracts for Six Arctic Security Cutters

2 Jul 2026 4:41 p.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

The U.S. Coast Guard has finalized contracts totaling $3.3 billion with Bollinger Shipyards and Rauma Marine Constructions for six new Arctic Security Cutters, bolstering America's Arctic presence and sovereignty, with deliveries expected by 2031.

Politics and Government Business Federal Government Economy Military Transportation Energy U.S. Coast Guard Arctic Security Cutters Bollinger Shipyards Rauma Marine Constructions Arctic National Security Shipbuilding U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Vandenberg Coalition Unveils Interactive Timeline Marking 250 Years of U.S. Statecraft

2 Jul 2026 8:32 a.m. · Source: The Vandenberg Coalition

The Vandenberg Coalition launches an interactive timeline exploring 250 years of U.S. foreign policy, highlighting 33 defining moments and the enduring importance of American leadership abroad.

Politics and Government Business Conflict World General Politics Federal Government Economy Middle East Asia Europe The Vandenberg Coalition U.S. Foreign Policy American Independence Declaration of Independence National Security History Government
CSIS Estimates Iran War Costs at $40 Billion, Foresees Congressional Funding Battle

1 Jul 2026 4:08 p.m. · Source: CSIS Defense and Security Department

A new CSIS report estimates the Iran war cost at $40 billion, highlighting a looming congressional battle over funding as these expenses are absent from current and future defense budgets.

Politics and Government Conflict Business World Military Economy Federal Government Computers and Internet Middle East Asia Iran War Military Spending CSIS Defense Budget U.S. Congress National Security Geopolitics