Internal GSA records reveal that sensitive government documents, potentially including classified White House floor plans and bank information, were inadvertently shared with over 11,000 employees across both the Trump and Biden administrations. This oversharing, spanning at least four years, involved a Google Drive folder containing files marked as “controlled unclassified information” but requiring protection. The incident prompted a cybersecurity investigation and corrective action, but highlights a pattern of careless handling of sensitive data across multiple administrations. While the classification of some documents remains unclear, the breach underscores a need for enhanced digital security training within the federal government.
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A TASS reporter, from Russia’s state-owned news agency, was mistakenly included in the Oval Office press pool covering President Trump’s meeting with Ukrainian President Zelensky, despite not being on the approved list. This occurred after the White House assumed control of press pool selection, a decision that broke with long-standing practice. The incident raises security concerns and highlights inconsistencies in White House access policies, particularly given that prominent news agencies like AP and Reuters were excluded. The TASS reporter’s presence follows previous controversies involving the Trump administration and Russian state media.
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I can’t help but shake my head at the recent news of a vehicle crashing into the White House gate, resulting in the death of the driver. The Secret Service was swift to clarify that there was no threat after the incident, attributing it solely to a traffic crash. It’s almost comical to think about the driver’s futile attempt to cause chaos and the gate standing strong against the impact. The intricate engineering and design of security gates like these must be commendable, with each successful defense against such reckless acts being a testament to their strength.
Reflecting on past incidents of individuals trying to breach security barriers at high-profile locations, it’s not surprising that such occurrences are met with a resolute response from law enforcement agencies.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker