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GAO Audit Reveals DOGE Overstated Federal Savings by Billions
A new GAO report finds Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency exaggerated claims of $110 billion in federal savings, raising questions about transparency and the real impact on government spending
Court Blocks $400 Million White House Ballroom Over Funding Dispute
A federal appeals court has halted the Trump administration's $400 million White House ballroom project, citing lack of congressional approval and raising questions about executive authority over federal property
Tourist Airline Licenses Suspended After Deadly Plane Crashes
Two tourist airlines have lost their operating licenses after fatal crashes in the Bahamas and Peru, forcing mass flight cancellations and layoffs as regulators investigate safety and financial fallout mounts for travelers and employees
Boeing Stock Slides as Air Force One Losses Offset Jet Gains
Boeing delivered its highest number of jets since 2018, but a costly Air Force One contract charge weighed on profits and sent shares lower, raising new questions about the company's defense business outlook
Capital One closed 300 Trump accounts after AML review
A court filing says Capital One shut more than 300 Trump Organization-linked accounts after a months-long anti-money laundering review, setting up a new fight over whether the move was compliance-driven or political
SpaceX Lands $1.6B Space Force Deal as Stock Faces Lockup Test
SpaceX secured a $1.6 billion contract for 18 military satellite launches, offering a revenue boost just as its stock faces pressure from a looming lockup expiration and recent price swings
Zuckerberg Challenges U.S. Push to Ban Chinese AI Models
Mark Zuckerberg warns that blocking Chinese AI could backfire for U.S. tech, as new open-source models from China pressure American chip stocks and spark debate over regulation, cybersecurity, and global competition in artificial intelligence
Ticketmaster Leans on AI as Pricing Power Grows
Live Nation says Ticketmaster is weaving AI into discovery, software and inventory management, including tools that could help decide how unsold seats are marketed and priced
Palestinian authorities seek pause on $656M U.S. judgment
The Palestine Liberation Organization and the Palestinian Authority asked the Supreme Court to freeze a revived $656 million award while they appeal, warning immediate payment could strain public services in the West Bank and affect regional stability
Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger Faces Years-Long Legal Delay
A $110 billion merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery is now on hold until at least 2027 after a coalition of state attorneys general filed suit, raising new antitrust hurdles and extending uncertainty for investors and the media industry
US Considers Ban on Chinese AI Models, Raising Stakes for Tech Firms
Washington's push to restrict Chinese AI models could reshape the U.S. tech landscape, driving up costs for businesses and shifting market power to a handful of American firms as policymakers weigh national security against competition and innovation
Oracle Faces Billions in Delays After New Mexico Pipeline Denial
Oracle stock hit a new 52-week low after New Mexico regulators blocked a key natural gas pipeline for its massive AI data center, raising questions about project costs, timelines, and the company's ability to fund its AI expansion plans
Thailand's New Cannabis Law Could Land Tourists in Prison
A recent change in Thai law means travelers caught bringing cannabis buds into the country could face up to 10 years in prison and steep fines, raising the stakes for U.S. tourists and others planning trips to Thailand in 2026
Bahamas Airline Shut Down After Crash, License Suspended
A deadly plane crash in the Bahamas has led regulators to suspend Flamingo Air’s operating license, grounding all flights and raising new questions about aviation safety and consumer protections for travelers in the region
Keystone Pipeline Faces $26.9M Penalty After Major Kansas Oil Spill
The Keystone Pipeline operator will pay nearly $27 million in penalties and invest $40 million in safety upgrades after a 2022 oil spill in Kansas, raising questions about pipeline oversight and environmental risk for U.S. communities
Fed Chair Warsh Taps AI and Top Experts for Central Bank Overhaul
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh has assembled a high-profile team of economists, business leaders, and AI specialists to lead five task forces aimed at modernizing the Fed’s operations and policy tools