Biden administration punishes key players in major Chinese hacks of US government
The Biden administration on Friday made one final push to expose what officials say is a rampant Chinese cyber-espionage campaign by identifying a company and a person allegedly behind a pair of damaging hacks aimed at senior US officials.
Following a Series of Government Hacks, Biden Closes Out His Administration With New Cybersecurity Order
The executive order follows a ProPublica investigation that found Microsoft prioritized profit over security, leaving the federal government vulnerable to the largest hack in U.S. history. Vendors must now demonstrate that their products are secure.
Biden Cybersecurity Order Raises Bar for Firms Seeking Government Contracts
A new executive order aims to beef up security against cyberattacks from foreign adversaries. However, it might be a little too late.
Biden Issues Cybersecurity Executive Order That Will Sanction Hackers
President Joe Biden issued an executive order Thursday aimed at strengthening U.S. cybersecurity defenses and cracking down on foreign hackers targeting critical infrastructure. The order establishes mandatory cybersecurity standards for government contractors,
Biden’s Last-Minute Cybersecurity Executive Order Raising Eyebrows
President Biden's last-minute executive order on cybersecurity sparks debate. Is it a crucial step or a challenge for the incoming administration?
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How Much of the Government Can Donald Trump Dismantle?
His war on the “deep state” ties into a long debate about the power of bureaucrats to thwart the President’s agenda.
DOGE's 'unpaid intern' Marc Andreessen says DC is a ghost town, and bringing government workers back is a top priority
In an interview with the Hoover Institution, Andreessen speculated over whether President Trump could mandate workers to ...
China's population falls for a third straight year, posing challenges for its government and economy
China's population fell last year for the third straight year, its government said Friday, pointing to further demographic ...
Gavin Newsom has grown California’s government to a record size. Now he, too, is selling ‘efficiency’
Gov. Gavin Newsom has only expanded the size and scope of California government during his tenure, while Trump plans radical ...
No experience? No problem. Trump’s Cabinet raises concerns about government dysfunction.
Many of Trump's picks for top jobs in his next administration have not worked at the highest levels of government or in the ...
House DOGE Caucus eyes federal employees, government regulations in new goal-setting memo
The House DOGE Caucus is giving its members a list of principles to outline their goals ahead of the group's second meeting.
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Israeli government approves hostage-ceasefire agreement with Hamas
Ministers vote 24-8 in favor of deal, which is set to take effect Sunday with start of Gaza ceasefire, release of three ...
Martin and Harris confirm draft programme for Irish government
Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin and Fine Gael leader Simon Harris have confirmed a new draft programme for the Irish ...
Patricia Heaton says LA fires prove ‘we can’t just rely on the government’
Patricia Heaton calls for change, noting we "can't rely on the government," as fires burn throughout Los Angeles. The ...
Middle East live updates: Israel cabinet approves ceasefire, government still to vote
The Israel Defense Forces continues its intense airstrike and ground campaigns in Gaza with ceasefire talks ending with success in Qatar.
The Highest-Ranking Transgender Official in Government Is Still Optimistic
In an exit interview, Rachel Levine says she still sees progress, despite the political backlash to trans rights.