House Appropriations Panel Seeks To Slash GAO funding
The Government Accountability Office, which serves as Congress’s watchdog over federal programs, would see its budget nearly cut by nearly half in fiscal 2026, under a bill advanced by the […]
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The Iran-Israel War Is Over. But the Arab World Is Grappling With Its Consequences
The region is relieved about de-escalation. But it is also alarmed about an unrestrained Israel.
How Cybersecurity Fears Affect Confidence in Voting Systems
American democracy runs on trust, and that trust is cracking.
Nearly half of Americans, both Democrats and Republicans, question whether elections are conducted fairly. Some voters accept election results only when their side wins. The problem isn’t just political polarization—it’s a creeping erosion of trust in the machinery of democracy itself.
Commentators blame ideological tribalism, misinformation campaigns and partisan echo chambers for this crisis of trust. But these explanations miss a critical piece of the puzzle: a growing unease with the digital infrastructure that now underpins nearly every aspect of how Americans vote…
Republicans Seek to Ban Rap Duo Bob Vylan From U.S. After ‘Death to IDF’ Chant at Glastonbury
The British rap duo generated global controversy after its singer led a “Death to the IDF” chant at Glastonbury.
After Iran, Trump Aims to End War in Gaza
After brokering a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, Trump is pushing for a deal to end the war in Gaza.
Trump Issues Blistering Response After Iran’s Supreme Leader Threatens U.S., as All Sides Claim Victory in Conflict
“A burned out, blown up country with no future, a decimated military, a horrible economy, and death all around them.”
I Helped Negotiate the 2015 Iran Nuclear Deal. It’s Still the Best Way Forward
The JCPOA was working before the U.S. pulled out in 2018, and another accord is still the best way forward.
Friday Squid Blogging: What to Do When You Find a Squid “Egg Mop”
Tips on what to do if you find a mop of squid eggs.
As usual, you can also use this squid post to talk about the security stories in the news that I haven’t covered.
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Defense Watch: F-47 Choices, B-21 Production, Hyundai Ship Collab, FY ’27 Defense Topline
F-47 Strategic Planning Choices. U.S. Air Force leaders are to examine strategic choices on F-47 development by the end of January next year, as done in the first quarter of […]
Maxar Intelligence Receives Luno A Order from NGA
The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) has awarded Maxar Intelligence a delivery order under the Luno A program for commercial analytic services. Maxar said on June 27 the order specifically deals with automated AI/ML-generated object [̷…