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Hispanic-Serving Institutions Face Urgent Infrastructure and Digital Needs Amid DEI Program Closures: GAO

A study by the U.S. Government Accountability Office highlights issues in physical and digital infrastructure

Latin Times

One reason school cyberattacks are on the rise? Schools are easy targets for hackers

School systems of every size have been hit by cyberattacks. "It's not Johnny in his room trying to break in and change his grades anymore," says one superintendent.

WEKU

US government report reveals how Discord, Roblox, Reddit and others co-operate with the FBI and Homeland Security over content like 'user-generated re-creations of mass shootings'

The Biden administration describes domestic terrorism and "the most urgent terrorism threat facing the United States."

PC Gamer

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The Federal Government Doesn't Know How Many of Its Buildings Contain Asbestos

A new report from the Government Accountability Office finds that two-thirds of government-owned buildings haven't been inspected for asbestos in at least five years.

Reason

Lawmakers urge DOD to play larger role in scrutinizing mergers - Roll Call

In a new letter, two Democratic lawmakers want answers from the Pentagon about how it can step up oversight of proposed defense mergers.

Roll Call

In Congress and courts, a push for better care for trans prisoners - Roll Call

Advocates acknowledge that greater protections for transgender prisoners may have to come through the courts, rather than Congress.

Roll Call

CGI Federal points finger at Atlassian bug for US government data breach

While the extent of the breach is unknown, over 6,000 GAO employees were affected.

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Key US government body says it might have been breached, with thousands of employees affected

An IT contractor was breached, resulting in stolen PII from the Government Accountability Office.

TechRadar

Does your Congress need fixing? Call these former staffers - Roll Call

They left the Hill behind, but not its problems — and now they’re on a mission. Their groups are out to change the Capitol, one tweak at a time.

Roll Call

Astronauts won't walk on the moon until 2026 after NASA delays next 2 Artemis missions

NASA announced today (Jan. 9) that its flagship Artemis 2 moon mission will be delayed until September 2025 due to technical challenges and safety concerns.

Space

FAA's launch mishap investigations need a rethink, government report finds

The Federal Aviation Administration should evaluate and improve the way it investigates space launch mishaps, according to a new report.

Space

House members seek study on state readiness for quick elections - Roll Call

A bipartisan group lawmakers have called for a study on the ability of states to quickly fill House vacancies after a mass casualty event.

Roll Call

Biden Administration Releases Policy To Seize Drug Patents Based On Price

The Biden team has released a plan for federal officials to use "march-in rights" to seize the patents of drugs they deem overpriced.

International Business Times

NASA's Artemis 3 astronaut moon landing unlikely before 2027, GAO report finds

NASA's endeavor to return humans to the moon during the Artemis 3 mission will likely be delayed because it is jeopardized by "multiple challenges" and an ambitious schedule.

Space

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Why is the US ramping up production of plutonium ‘pits’ for nuclear weapons?

The Pentagon is concerned about the the US nuclear arsenal’s viability, but critics worry about a renewed arms race

Ballotpedia

SCOTUS takes up second Chevron case, bump stock ban challenge

The Checks and Balances Letter delivers news and information from Ballotpedia’s Administrative State Project, including pivotal actions at the federal and state levels related to the separation of powers, due process, and the rule of law.

Reason

Full Extent of COVID Fraud Will 'Never Be Known With Certainty'

A new GAO report details federal prosecutors' attempts to put the horse back in the barn.

Reason

The FBI Needs Downsizing, Not $3.5 Billion for a New Headquarters

Lawmakers from Maryland and Virginia fought over which state should house the new site rather than whether the bureau even needs so many agents.

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The Guardian - US

US faces almost daily hazardous chemical accidents, research suggests

Report by non-profit researchers tallies incidents exposing people to dangerous toxins through fires, explosions, leaks and spills

USAFacts

Dogs with jobs: data on canine employment in the government

Dogs working for the federal government typically have roles that involve either detection or search — nearly 3,000 work for the Department of Homeland Security.

Reason

Why Is Halloween Candy So Expensive? Sugar Protectionism.

A new report from the GAO highlights how America's system of sugar subsidies and tariffs costs consumers about $3.5 billion every year.

Reason

Federal Agencies Maintain Offices That Sit Mostly Empty

A new Government Accountability Office report notes that of 24 federal agencies, none of their headquarters are more than half-staffed on an average day.

Reason

The COVID Bailout of State and Local Governments Was Unnecessary

Well over half of those funds remain unspent, according to a new Government Accountability Office report.

Reason

The Federal Government Spent $3.3 Billion on Office Furniture as Employees Worked From Home

The Department of Defense spent $1.2 billion on furniture between 2020 and 2022, although it only uses 23 percent of its office space.

Zenger

FBI’s Improper Use Of Facial Recognition Tech Sparks Privacy Concerns

Lack of training and safeguards raises civil liberties issues, says GAO report

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