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Tech titans pour $50 million into super PAC to elect AI-friendly candidates to Congress

Some of the biggest names behind the artificial intelligence boom are looking to stack Congress with allies who support lighter regulation of the emerging technology by drawing on the crypto industry’s 2024 election success. Marc Andreessen, Ben Horowitz …

AI Leaders Launch $50M Super PAC Using Crypto’s Strategy

What to Know: Top AI leaders funded a new $50M super PAC, Leading the Future, to support candidates who favor lighter AI regulation. The group is using the same election strategy that helped crypto PACs win key races in 2024. A rival PAC backed by AI …

(Congressional testimony) Foreign Influence in American Nonprofits: Unmasking Threats from Beijing and Beyond

Written testimony submitted to the House Ways and Means Committee Rep. Jason Smith, chairman Hearing on Foreign Influence in American Nonprofits: Unmasking Threats from Beijing and Beyond Scott Walter President, Capital Research Center Hearing is scheduled …

Senators Sound Alarm As AI Companies Pour Millions Into U.S. Elections

WASHINGTON – Prominent critics of artificial intelligence warned that the industry’s plans to spend hundreds of millions of dollars on this year’s midterm elections are aimed at blocking Congress from regulating a rapidly advancing technology that poses …

The Infrastructure of Jeffrey Epstein’s Power

At the end of January, Trump’s Department of Justice released what it said was the last tranche of Epstein files millions of emails and texts, FBI documents and court records. It’s just huge dump of information. Journalists, investigators and the public …

Byron Donalds acknowledges AI power concerns, but says data warehoused in Florida is safer

U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds agrees that artificial intelligence data centers raise questions about power prices, but says the tradeoff to ensure data is stored securely is worth it. Donalds is the chosen gubernatorial candidate of the AI sector, as evidenced …

AI's bitter rivalry heads to Washington

Anthropic's major donation to a political group that competes with an OpenAI-backed organization has highlighted a bitter rift over AI regulation -- a key issue heading into the US midterm elections. With the artificial intelligence industry rapidly …

Foreign Influence: Scott Walter’s testimony to the House Ways and Means Committee

Scott Walter’s Testimony to the House Ways and Means Committee Oral Testimony and questions for Walter video (transcript below) Written Testimony: HTML or PDF (House website) Hearing page (House website includes full video) Rep. Jason Smith, chairman …

Florida Physician Dr. Neelam Perry Launches U.S. Senate Campaign, Pledging Accountability, Medical Freedom, and Reform

ST. PETERSBURG, FL, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Neelam Taneja Perry, a Florida physician with decades of experience in front-line medical care, announced today that she is launching a campaign for the United States …

Foundation for Aviation Safety Releases Documentary - STANDARDS

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Foundation for Aviation Safety (FAS) today announced the release of STANDARDS, a powerful new investigative documentary that confronts one of the most consequential …

AMPP Hosts ‘Coffee with the Congressman’ Featuring Rep. Wesley Hunt at AMPP Annual Conference + Expo

Rep. Wesley Hunt to speak at AMPP Annual Conference + Expo PAC event, sharing federal insights on energy, infrastructure, and federal priorities. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Association for Materials …

Life for Relief and Development Expands Ramadan Food Initiative to Strengthen Global Community Bonds

Delivering Food Baskets and Hot Meals in 40 Countries, LIFE Fosters Unity, Dignity, and Stability for Vulnerable Families During Ramadan SOUTHFIELD, MI, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Ramadan begins, Life for Relief …

AMMWEC Congratulates Bangladesh Nationalist Party Leadership on Landmark Electoral Victory and Democratic Transition

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim & Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) extends its heartfelt congratulations to the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and its leaders on …

MSI² fortalece cooperación de defensa hemisférica con nombramientos estratégicos en Chile

El Instituto incorpora a Enzo Ibaceta como Enlace para Chile y al Contraalmirante (R) Leonardo Quijarro Santibáñez como Senior Fellow MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, February 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- El Miami Strategic Intelligence Institute ( …

ANH-USA to Kennedy: End 'Secret GRAS' With Radical Transparency

ANH-USA calls for GRAS reform focused on risk and transparency, warning against unworkable FDA pre-review rules while addressing ultra-processed food concerns. ALEXANDRIA, VA, UNITED STATES, February 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to …

'THE FORGOTTEN OCCUPATION,' FROM FILMMAKER ALAIN MARTIN AND EP ROXANE GAY, AVAILABLE TODAY ACROSS TVOD & EVOD GLOBALLY

Indie Feature Doc Illuminates the U.S. Occupation of Haiti from 1915-1934 and Reverberations of Exploitation and Misinformation Today LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Monkey Wrench Films announced today …

Organic Farmers Travel to Washington D.C. to Advocate for Policy Changes

Farm Bill, USDA programs, and organic enforcement are key priorities WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Organic farmers from across the country will attend the Organic Farmers Association’s (OFA) 9th annual …

Javier Palomarez, USHBC President & CEO, Statement on the Passing of Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, Sr.

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC) joins the nation in mourning the passing of Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson, Sr., a defining voice in civil rights whose …

STAND UP FOR SCIENCE CONDEMNS U.S.-FUNDED HEPATITIS B STUDY IN GUINEA-BISSAU

Following WHO’s statement of concern, Stand Up For Science urges immediate action to halt unethical research practices. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a …

Experts Vote 7–2 to Support Parental Permission for Minors Using AI Companion Platforms

Children and Screens Evidence Council finds growing risks for youth amid rapid adoption and limited safeguards. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, February 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A strong majority of leading child development and mental health …

FEDCON Adjusts Client Strategies in Response to Revolutionary Rewrite of Federal Acquisition Regulation

FEDCON has initiated a comprehensive realignment of its client service frameworks to address the "FAR Overhaul" currently transforming the federal procurement TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, February 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FEDCON ( …

Honduran Nationals Illegally in the United States Indicted on Alien Smuggling and Fraud Charges Related to the ...

An indictment was unsealed today in the Northern District of Georgia charging two Honduran nationals with smuggling an unaccompanied alien child (UAC) into the United States using a stolen identity and then submitting a fraudulent sponsorship application …

McNary Man Sentenced to Prison for Death of Significant Other

PHOENIX, Ariz. – A man convicted of killing his significant other with his vehicle near McNary, Arizona, was sentenced on Feb. 5, 2026, in federal court, announced U.S. Attorney Timothy Courchaine. Termane Billy Celaya, 20, of McNary, Arizona, was …

Pulaski Man Sentenced for Sexual Exploitation of a Child Charges

Former Customs and Border Protection Agent Pleads Guilty to Receipt of Child Pornography

Michigan Man Handed Prison Term for Attacking and Robbing an Elderly Man and Assaulting Another Victim in August 2025

Jerome Parker, 49, of Detroit, Michigan, was sentenced to a combined total of 60 months in prison on charges related to two separate assaults on August 18 and August 19, 2025, announced U.S. Attorney Jeanine Ferris Pirro.

Final Defendant in Robbery Crew Pleads Guilty to Robbing Two Convenience Stores with Firearms

Tampa, FL - Jermaine Dawes (33, Tampa) has pleaded guilty to two robberies, conspiracy to commit those robberies, and brandishing a firearm during both robberies. He faces up to 20 years in prison for each of the robbery offenses and a minimum sentence of …

Royal Inn Owner Sentenced

PHOENIX, Ariz. – The owner of a motel known for serving as a hub for prostitution and drug activities has been sentenced in federal court, announced U.S. Attorney Timothy Courchaine. Varsha Patel, 57, of Chino Hills, California, was sentenced on Feb. 4, …