Tag: #nationalsecurity

U.S. Invests $1 Billion to Secure Critical Minerals Supply Chain

U.S. DOE announces $1B funding to advance domestic critical minerals supply, reducing reliance on foreign sources like China.

#usdoe, #criticalminerals, #nationalsecurity, #china, #economy

President Trump Signs Executive Orders to Revitalize U.S. Nuclear Energy Sector

Trump's executive orders aim to quadruple U.S. nuclear capacity to meet national security and tech demands.

#trump, #nuclearenergy, #technology, #nationalsecurity

U.S. Arrests Two Chinese Nationals for Illegally Exporting Nvidia AI Chips

Two Chinese nationals arrested for illegal export of Nvidia AI chips to China, highlighting U.S. tech transfer concerns.

#us, #technology, #exportcontrols, #china, #nationalsecurity

Nippon Steel's Landmark $14.9 Billion Acquisition of U.S. Steel Overcomes Political Hurdles

Nippon Steel acquires U.S. Steel for $14.9 billion, overcoming political and legal challenges and underscoring global commerce and national security tensions.

#acquisition, #ussteel, #nipponsteel, #nationalsecurity, #foreigninvestment

FCC Proposes Ban on Chinese Technology in Undersea Cables

FCC moves to ban Chinese tech in submarine cables, aiming to mitigate national security threats and ensure communication safety.

#technology, #fcc, #nationalsecurity, #china, #telecommunications

Trump Imposes 50% Tariff on Copper Imports, Citing National Security

President Trump announces a 50% copper tariff effective Aug 1, citing security. Market reacts with price surges and legal debates ensue.

#trump, #copper, #tariffs, #nationalsecurity, #trade

Iran-Linked Hackers Threaten to Release Emails of Trump's Associates

Iran-affiliated hackers threaten to leak emails from Trump's aides, raising national security concerns.

#cybersecurity, #iran, #donaldtrump, #hacking, #nationalsecurity

President Trump Reinstates Controversial Travel Ban Affecting 19 Countries

Trump reinstates a travel ban citing national security; massive backlash ensues as affected nations respond with diplomatic measures.

#donaldtrump, #travelban, #nationalsecurity, #diplomacy

Texas Governor Bans Chinese Apps on State Devices Citing Security Concerns

Texas bans Chinese apps on state devices, citing security risks and potential foreign threats.

#texas, #chineseapps, #nationalsecurity, #governorabbott

President Trump Reinstates and Expands Travel Ban Affecting 19 Countries

Trump's new executive order imposes travel restrictions on 19 nations, citing security concerns, and is poised for legal challenges.

#trump, #travelban, #nationalsecurity, #immigration

CISA Faces Workforce and Budget Cuts Under Trump's Second Term

CISA faces a 17% budget cut and significant staff reductions amid Trump's second term, raising cybersecurity concerns.

#CISA, #cybersecurity, #trump, #budgetcuts, #nationalsecurity

FCC to Deliberate Key Initiatives on National Security and Spectrum Utilization

FCC meeting to discuss national security, foreign ownership transparency, and satellite spectrum on May 22, 2025.

#fcc, #nationalsecurity, #satellite, #broadband

Debate Erupts Over Proposed $50 Million Jet Purchase for DHS

A proposed $50 million DHS jet purchase sparks debate over luxury versus necessity in government spending priorities.

#DHS, #governmentspending, #nationalsecurity, #luxurytravel

U.S. Lawmaker Proposes Bill to Curb AI Chip Smuggling to China

Rep. Bill Foster introduces legislation to prevent AI chip smuggling to China, emphasizing national security.

#politics, #technology, #aichips, #china, #nationalsecurity