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- 1Russian surveillance tech found inside European police forces●Russian tech surveillance company infiltrated Europe’s law enforcement agencies
POLITICO reports that European law enforcement agencies were using technology from a Russian surveillance company whose products were allegedly also being developed for and sold to Russian security services. The report raises concerns that Western police may have deployed tools built with or for Russian state surveillance capabilities, prompting questions about procurement vetting and the security of policing data in Europe.
- 2White House Defends Media Ban, Calling Access a 'Privilege'●White House Says Access Is a 'Privilege' in Court Filing Defending Media Ban
The Trump administration argued in a court filing that press access to the White House is a 'privilege' rather than a right, defending its ban on outlets including CNN, Politico and MS NOW. The filing has drawn criticism from press freedom advocates who say it undermines First Amendment protections, and the case is now being closely watched as a test of the administration's control over media access.
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President Trump has rejected the idea of a global entity to oversee artificial intelligence, according to Politico. The position signals that the United States will not back an international body for AI governance, setting up potential friction with allies and organisations pushing for coordinated global rules on advanced AI development and safety.
- 4Democrats Unveil Plan to Save the Education Department●A Democratic plan to save the Education Department
Politico reports on a new Democratic plan aimed at preserving the federal Education Department, which has faced calls for dismantling or major downsizing. The proposal outlines how the party intends to defend the agency's core functions and funding, positioning education as a key battleground in Washington's budget and policy fights.