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Institute for Justice condems Texas city for issuing a fine and arrest warrant for unreturned library books
The Institute for Justice (IJ) has expressed its condemnation of the city of Navasota, Texas, and its municipal court for issuing a fine and an arrest warrant for Kaylee Morgan, a resident of Grimes County who failed to return library books on time. The non-profit public interest law firm labelled the actions as "grossly inappropriate and unconstitutional."
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Russian Nationalists plead guilty for illegally sending aviation technology to Russia
Two Russian nationalists have pleaded guilty to conspiracy to violate the Export Control Reform Act (ECRA) through a scheme to export controlled aviation technology to Russia. Over $4.5 million in unlawful transactions were conducted between the defendants, in addition to selling sensitive aircraft parts to Russian companies.
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DOD team helping clear Francis Scott Key Bridge debris in Baltimore Harbor
The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) has revealed that its Multiple Defense Department is assisting in the removal of wreckage from the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore Harbor. The team is collaborating with private, federal, and state agencies to extract the bridge debris from the water following a collision with a cargo shipping container last week.
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Two Warner Bros. Discovery Directors Resign after Justice Department Expresses Antitrust Concerns
The Justice Department announced today that two directors of Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. (WBD) have resigned from the WBD board after the Antitrust Division expressed concerns that their positions on both the WBD and Charter Communications Inc. boards violated Section 8 of the Clayton Act (Section 8)."In enacting Section 8 of the Clayton Act, Congress was concerned that competitors who shared directors would compete less vigorously to provide better services and lower prices. We will continue to vigorously enforce the antitrust laws when necessary to address overreach by...
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DOD officials testify before congress on initiatives they hope will eliminate cybersecurity risks
Officials from the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) recently convened with Congress members to discuss their strategy for equipping military personnel with advanced technology on the battlefield. John Sherman, DOD's Chief Information Officer, stated that the department remains "laser focused" on implementing a zero trust set of guidelines to mitigate organizational cybersecurity risks.
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Ford Motor Company to pay $365 million in civil penalties to settle claims
Ford Motor Company has agreed to pay $365 million to settle civil penalty claims relating to customs violations. The company was found to have breached the Tariff Act of 1930 by misclassifying the value of hundreds of thousands of its Transit Connect vehicles.
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Apple sued for monopolizing smartphone market by Justice Department
The United States Justice Department has initiated a lawsuit against Apple, accusing the tech giant of monopolizing the smartphone market. The Department alleges that Apple's exclusionary conduct impedes Americans from switching to other smartphone brands.
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Austin: 'We’re advancing a shared regional vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific'
U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III has disclosed his recent meeting with India's Minister of Defense, Rajnath Singh. The meeting aimed to discuss matters pertaining to the Indo-Pacific region, an area that the federal government has long identified as crucial for U.S. security and prosperity. The government seeks to promote both commercial and military opportunities for Americans and countries within this region.
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League of Women Voters files lawsuit alleging AI-generated robocalls in New Hampshire suppressed votes
The League of Women Voters of the United States (LWV), in conjunction with the LWV of New Hampshire and individual New Hampshire voters, has initiated a federal lawsuit against Steve Kramer, Lingo Telecom, LLC, and Life Corporation. The plaintiffs accuse Kramer and Lingo Telecom of employing intimidation, coercion, and deception to suppress voters ahead of the 2024 New Hampshire presidential primary.
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Austin: 'Security assistance for Ukraine to address some of their most pressing security and defense needs'
The Ukraine military is set to receive a $300 million aid package, as announced by the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD). This financial boost has been made possible through the president's drawdown authority.
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U.S. Attorney announces that brother of Laken Riley's alleged killer will remain in custody over charges of forged green card
The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Georgia announced on March 7 that Diego Ibarra, brother of Jose Ibarra, who is alleged to have killed Augusta University student Laken Riley, will remain in custody while he faces federal charges for using a forged green card to gain employment at the University of Georgia.
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Study Highlights Risks of AI in Military Decision-Making
A study conducted by researchers from the Georgia Institute of Technology and Stanford University has underscored the potential perils and complexities associated with incorporating autonomous artificial intelligence (AI) systems into military and diplomatic strategies.
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Austin: US provided ‘humanitarian assistance airdrop to deliver urgently needed humanitarian assistance to the people of Gaza’
The residents of Gaza have received humanitarian aid, as stated in a social media post by U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III on platform X. The assistance involved the U.S. military conducting an airdrop of food supplies in Gaza.
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Avast has been banned from selling browsing data by the Federal Trade Commission
Software provider Avast has been prohibited from selling browsing data for advertising purposes, following false claims that it would block online tracking within its products. In addition to this, the company is mandated to pay over $16.5 million in charges levied against it by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
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Endo Health Solutions agrees to global restitution into sales of opioid drug
Opioid manufacturer Endo Health Solutions Inc. (EHSI) has agreed to global restitution for its sales and marketing practices related to its opioid drug. The United States and EHSI have reached a resolution to settle the criminal and civil investigations concerning their opioid drug, Opana ER.
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Laboratory in Georgia pays $14.3 million to resolve liability of using kickbacks and unnecessary testing
The proprietor of Georgia-based Capstone Diagnostics, Andrew Maloney, has pleaded guilty to a felony charge and agreed to pay $14.3 million in order to resolve liabilities associated with kickbacks and unnecessary testing. The illicit payments were made to increase sales of unneeded urine drug tests for at-risk children and respiratory pathogen panels for seniors who were receiving COVID-19 tests.
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The Department of Justice is implementing a new executive order that addresses security risks and protecting data
The U.S. Justice Department has disclosed its plans to execute an executive order aimed at addressing national security risks and enhancing data security. The order's primary focus is on safeguarding the personal data of American consumers.
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Department of Defense issues memorandum for transfer of power after criticism received following Austin’s recent hospital stay
The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) has concluded a 30-day review concerning Secretary Lloyd Austin’s hospitalization in January. The incident sparked criticism towards President Joe Biden, Congress, and Pentagon officials for their lack of awareness about Austin's treatment for prostate cancer during his hospital stay.
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DOD announces terrorist designations on Iranian proxies
The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) has announced the designation of a Houthi-affiliated operative known for supporting Houthi attacks against shipping vessels in the Red Sea, as well as a board operator who transports goods to aid their efforts.
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Mexican national connected to Sinaloa Cartel sentenced for assisting in over 40 years of drug smuggling
The Department of Justice (DOJ) recently announced the sentencing of Raul Flores-Hernandez for his involvement with the Sinaloa Cartel and its drug trafficking operations. The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) reports that the influence of the Sinaloa Cartel is expanding across the United States.
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