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Elon Musk criticized his AI platform, Grok, for accurately reporting that right-wing political violence has been more frequent and deadly since 2016, citing incidents like the January 6th Capitol riot. Musk labeled Grok’s response a “major fail,” claiming it was parroting legacy media despite Grok acknowledging that left-wing violence, while less lethal, is also rising. Grok’s response included caveats about reporting biases and the difficulty of precise attribution. The criticism followed a recent politically motivated shooting in Minnesota that killed two Democratic lawmakers.
New York City Comptroller Brad Lander, a mayoral candidate, was arrested by ICE agents at an immigration court after questioning the lack of a warrant during a migrant’s detainment. Video footage shows Lander being handcuffed while asking for legal justification for the arrest. The incident has sparked widespread condemnation from fellow politicians and social media users, who denounce the arrest as an example of ICE overreach and political intimidation. Lander remains in custody, and the event follows a similar incident involving Senator Alex Padilla, highlighting concerns about potential abuses of power by ICE.
A New Hampshire jury acquitted Steven Kramer, a New Orleans political operative, on all charges related to AI-generated robocalls mimicking President Biden. Kramer, who admitted to creating the calls urging New Hampshire voters to skip the 2024 primary, claimed his actions were a demonstration against the dangers of AI. Despite the acquittal, the Attorney General affirmed his commitment to upholding election laws in the face of emerging technologies. Subsequent to the incident, Kramer and Lingo Telecom, the call delivery company, faced substantial fines from the Federal Communications Commission.
Lenacapavir, a twice-yearly HIV prevention injection, is poised for US launch this week, with regulatory approval expected June 19th. While estimated to cost around $25,000 annually, independent analysis suggests a production cost as low as $25 per year, raising concerns about potential exorbitant pricing. UNAIDS urges Gilead to prioritize affordability, emphasizing the drug’s potential to end the HIV pandemic, while Gilead cites research and development costs and global pricing considerations. Gilead has agreements for low-cost lenacapavir in 120 low-income countries, but significant access gaps remain.
Following Israel’s attack, Ayatollah Khamenei rejected US calls for Iranian surrender, warning of “irreparable damage” should the US intervene. Simultaneously, President Trump remained undecided on US military involvement, despite previous demands for unconditional surrender. Concerns center on Iran’s Fordow nuclear facility, whose destruction requires powerful US weaponry, prompting debate over US intervention and the potential long-term implications for Iran’s nuclear capabilities. International condemnation of the escalating conflict is widespread, with Russia and China expressing deep worry. The conflict continues with both sides sustaining losses and the situation remains highly volatile.
The United Nations’ nuclear watchdog has announced it can no longer verify the location of Iran’s stockpile of near-bomb-grade enriched uranium. This significant development stems from the ongoing Israeli military assault on Iranian nuclear facilities, which has effectively prevented international inspectors from accessing and verifying the material’s whereabouts.
The situation is undeniably precarious. Iran possesses 409 kilograms of highly enriched uranium—a quantity sufficient to produce approximately ten nuclear warheads—which should theoretically be under IAEA seal at an Isfahan facility. However, Tehran has warned of potential relocation should attacks continue, leaving the IAEA in the dark regarding its current location.
This lack of verifiable information poses a substantial threat.… Continue reading
Saudi journalist Turki al-Jasser was executed in Riyadh after seven years of detention, for alleged crimes against national security, including communicating with individuals outside the kingdom. His execution follows the 2018 murder of Jamal Khashoggi and is believed to be linked to anonymous Twitter accounts criticizing the Saudi royal family. Al-Jasser’s case highlights the Saudi government’s crackdown on dissent, facilitated by the infiltration of Twitter and subsequent access to user data. Despite international condemnation and legal mechanisms for intervention, the execution underscores Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s continued intolerance of criticism.
Internal dissent towards President Trump’s fitness for office persists within his administration, though fear prevents overt action. Current White House staff reportedly view Trump as even more impulsive and unchecked than previously. This concern mirrors Miles Taylor’s earlier anonymous criticisms and subsequent publications detailing a lack of internal restraint on the president’s actions. The prevailing atmosphere prioritizes loyalty over dissent, leading to potentially damaging decisions.
Donald Trump’s 2024 victory was attributed by some to his anti-war stance, contrasting sharply with perceived warmongering from Democrats. However, recent criticism from Tucker Carlson and Steve Bannon regarding potential U.S. military involvement in Israel’s conflict with Iran challenges this narrative. These figures accuse Trump of betraying the “MAGA” movement by considering military action against Iran, a move that directly contradicts his past rhetoric. Trump’s vehement denials and public anger highlight a significant fissure within the movement regarding foreign policy and military intervention in the Middle East.
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