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US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll tenders resignation over rift with Pete Hegseth
U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has submitted his resignation amid escalating tensions with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, though the White House has not confirmed acceptance. Driscoll reportedly opposed Hegseth’s interference in Army transformation and appointments.
Trump won big spending promises from NATO last year. This week in Turkey, he'll try to enforce them
President Trump heads to Turkey to press NATO allies on defense spending pledges. He expects immediate action on the 5% GDP target, a key focus after last year's summit. Despite ongoing disputes, Trump seeks to solidify his influence on the alliance's future, while also planning meetings on Ukraine and Syria. This summit serves as a crucial test of commitment to increased defense contributions.
Trump signs AI memo addressing issues in Anthropic-Pentagon feud
US national security agencies are now required to work with multiple artificial intelligence providers. This directive follows a dispute with Anthropic PBC. Agencies must avoid companies that interfere with the chain-of-command. The move aims to ensure government operations continue smoothly. This policy change seeks to diversify AI vendors for national security systems.
Hegseth invokes Bible to compare reporters to enemies of Jesus
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth compared reporters to biblical figures who plotted against Jesus Christ. He made these remarks during a Pentagon briefing on the war with Iran. This comes amid a dispute between President Donald Trump and Pope Leo. Pope Leo later posted a message criticizing the manipulation of religion for gain.
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Trump posts AI image of himself as Jesus-like figure, drawing outrage
US President Donald Trump posted an AI-generated image of himself as a Jesus-like figure on Sunday, drawing widespread criticism even from some religious conservatives who typically support him, before deleting the post on Monday.
Trump's AI image of himself as Jesus-like figure withdrawn
Former US President Donald Trump sparked controversy by posting an AI-generated image depicting him as a Jesus-like figure. The image, shared on his Truth Social platform, was later removed. This occurred during an ongoing dispute with Pope Leo, who has criticized US foreign policy. The post drew criticism from various groups, including some religious conservatives.
OpenAI’s Sam Altman takes swipe at Anthropic amid tensions over Trump ties
Speaking at the Morgan Stanley Technology, Media & Telecom Conference, Altman said governments should ultimately hold more authority than private companies and warned against corporate decisions that undermine democratic processes.
Anthropic reopens talks with Pentagon after feud over AI safety
Dario Amodei of Anthropic has resumed talks with the United States Department of Defense over how its AI models are used by the military. The earlier dispute followed concerns about surveillance and autonomous weapons. A new agreement could allow Pentagon use again and reduce the risk of the company being blacklisted.
ETtech Explainer: Anthropic’s rapid rise, Pentagon standoff and everything in between
Anthropic is nearing $20 billion in annual revenue, more than doubling its run rate since late 2025, driven by strong adoption of AI products like Claude Code. Claude’s website visits and app rankings surged during its Pentagon clash. CEO Dario Amodei called the government’s actions “retaliatory and punitive”, when it called Anthropic a supply-chain risk.
Anthropic nears $20 billion revenue run rate amid Pentagon feud
Anthropic is nearing $20 billion in annual run-rate revenue, up sharply from late 2025, driven by strong adoption of its AI models and Claude Code. Valued at $380 billion, the company shows rapid growth, though its clash with the Pentagon now casts doubt over business prospects.
Anthropicology, a human condition: AI ethics clash tests limits of power
The US government has banned Anthropic's AI technology citing national security risks. This follows a contract dispute over ethical restrictions. Anthropic refused to remove safeguards against mass surveillance and autonomous weapons. The company is challenging the ban. OpenAI has since secured a Pentagon deal, raising questions about its own ethical commitments.
US-China trade tensions appear to cool before upcoming Trump-Xi meeting
Progress is being made in the trade discussions between the United States and China, as President Trump prepares for a pivotal meeting with Xi Jinping. The two leaders appear close to finalizing a deal, reassuring global investors.
'No more dudes in dresses, DEI, gender delusion': Pete Hegseth's fiery warning as he unveils sweeping military revolution
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth addressed military leaders in Quantico. He mandated strict fitness standards for all ranks, criticizing overweight generals. Hegseth also ended "woke" policies like identity months and DEI offices. He emphasized warfighting readiness as the military's sole mission and he has also told US generals to prepare for war.
Cardi B and Nicki Minaj trade fierce insults in latest online showdown amid long-standing feud: 'Lord protect my babies'
Cardi B and Nicki Minaj recently engaged in a heated social media exchange on X. Minaj posted and deleted disses targeting Cardi's album and pregnancy. Cardi responded by highlighting their age difference and making claims about Minaj's health. This online dispute marks the latest chapter in their long-standing rivalry. The feud has a history of physical altercations.
NASA blocks Chinese citizens with US visas from working on space programs
Amidst escalating tensions and a renewed space race with China, NASA has restricted access for Chinese nationals with US visas to its facilities, data systems, and meetings. This move aims to safeguard the agency's work and ensure American leadership in space exploration, particularly in the race to return to the moon.
Trump's Golden Dome looks for alternatives to Musk's SpaceX
The Trump administration is diversifying its partnerships for the $175 billion Golden Dome missile defense system, reducing reliance on SpaceX due to escalating tensions with Elon Musk. Project Kuiper and traditional defense contractors like Northrop Grumman and Lockheed Martin are being considered.
'Go there, get a shovel': Pete Hegseth blasts media reporting amid intel leak of US strikes on Iran
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair Dan ‘Razin’ Caine gave remarks on the US strikes in Iran. Hegseth blasted media reporting about an early leaked intelligence report suggesting US strikes against Iran likely put the country back mere months. He said he is unaware of any intelligence suggesting Iran had moved any of its highly enriched uranium to shield it from US strikes.
Elon Musk slams presidential insider Sergio Gor as ‘Snake’ behind Trump fallout
Elon Musk has publicly criticized White House official Sergio Gor, who might have played a role in the strained relationship between Musk and Donald Trump. This stemmed from Gor reportedly urging Trump to withdraw Jared Isaacman's NASA nomination, a close friend of Musk.
Pentagon rattled by leadership rift as Pete Hegseth’s inner circle feuds - is the Defense Secretary’s job on the line?
A man in Australia is in trouble for lying about medicine sales. Police took his 12 fancy cars, including Ferraris and Lamborghinis. He may go to jail if found guilty. The case is part of a big fraud investigation.
Kanye West unleashes explosive rant over custody battle with Kim Kardashian, appeals to Musk and Trump
Kanye West got extremely worked up over the ongoing custody of his kids with his ex Kim Kardashian during a bizarre livestream in which he made a series of desperate pleas. The controversial rapper claimed Kim Kardashian is restricting his parental rights mentioning his desire to raise his children. He also appealed
Why did Trump turn his attention to Taylor Swift while celebrating Eagles Super Bowl 2025 win at White House?
While celebrating the Philadelphia Eagles' 2025 Super Bowl win, Donald Trump turned his attention to Taylor Swift and the Kansas City Chiefs. As he talked up the Eagles and their journey to becoming the 2025 champions during his speech at the White House, Trump took a jab at Swift, 35. In September, following Swift's endorsement of his presidential opponent Kamala Harris, he wrote "I HATE TAYLOR SWIFT!" in a post on Truth Social.
How Pete Hegseth invited multiple controversies for himself in less than a month? 10 points
Top Trump official Pete Hegseth is under fire again following revelations that he shared sensitive military details about a March airstrike on Yemen’s Houthi militants in a private Signal chat with his family members. Pete Hegseth was already in the eye of a political storm over the Signal chat leak row and his wife attending high-level sensitive military meetings. Moreover, he is also facing a lawsuit over book bans which target materials on race, gender identity, and LGBTQ+ issues.
Vance will visit the US-Mexico border to highlight the Trump administration's immigration crackdown
Vice President JD Vance will visit the U.S.-Mexico border to highlight Trump's tougher immigration policies, which have significantly reduced illegal crossings. He will be accompanied by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, showcasing the administration's focused efforts on addressing immigration and border security.
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