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A sprawling breach linked to IDScan.net exposes driver’s licenses, passports and other IDs. Investigations by the FBI and other agencies are underway; Nexus has gone offline following Kr eb s’ reporting. Readers should monitor notices from authorities and affected firms.
Today marks the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. Across major outlets, reflections focus on how intelligence failures preceded the attacks, how responses shaped two decades of security policy, and how new threats—from state actors to AI—shape the current security landscape. Readers are offered a panoramic view of evolving national security challenges while the consequences for civilians remain central.
The Fauci diaries have intensified scrutiny of his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. A Senate panel has voted to hold him in contempt for refusing to answer questions, while states push for records. Republicans argue for accountability; Democrats defend the former NIH director amid a renewed focus on origins, lockdowns, and media coverage.
The United States is circulating a nine-page questionnaire to NATO members and other allies, seeking to gauge support for its approach to defense and deterrence. The document asks whether allies have publicly supported US policy, whether they have placed restrictions on US access to bases, and whether they have aligned with the aim of strengthening “strong, clear, and quiet” messaging. Bloomberg reports the questionnaire reflects a push to involve allies in a broader Middle East strategy.
Todd Blanche has been confirmed 50–49 as U.S. attorney general and sworn in at the White House. He has served as acting attorney general since April, previously represented the president, and has rescinded a proposed $1.8bn compensation fund while facing criticism that he is politicising the Justice Department and presiding over mass departures.
Flock Safety has announced mandatory changes to its national license-plate camera network after reporting dozens of US officers misused the system. The company has shortened default data retention from 30 days to seven, will require case codes for searches and will force all customers to enable an audit tool that can lock out flagged users.
The White House has authorised a program that will allow vetted U.S. private companies to carry out government-directed cyber surveillance and disruptive operations against overseas transnational criminal organisations. The memorandum has required Justice and Homeland Security oversight, a $1m escrow for participating firms, and a 60-day deadline for agencies to set participation rules.
Kevin Rideout has been released after more than nine months in captivity in Niger and is in the care of U.S. officials. SIM International has said he is in good health and will soon reunite with his wife and children. Details about who held him and where he was freed remain unclear as Sahel violence continues.
A mass shooting in rural Michigan has left six people dead, including the suspected gunman, with another in critical condition. A manhunt ended with the discovery of two bodies, as authorities confirm the suspect’s identity and ongoing investigation.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has exchanged a small number of messages with someone impersonating White House chief of staff Susie Wiles, officials have said. Downing Street has declined to comment on national security grounds. The British embassy in Washington has raised the incident with the White House and the messages were reported as suspicious.
Federal agents have seized electronic devices from former Rep. Eric Swalwell and searched his San Francisco home as part of investigations into sexual misconduct allegations. The chronology places the events in the days surrounding Swalwell’s resignation from Congress and his earlier gubernatorial bid. Multiple outlets corroborate the seizure and an ongoing inquiry extends to other jurisdictions.
Jessica Bowie has been arrested in Albany after an FBI counterterrorism operation foiled her plan to bomb the New York State Capitol using an inert explosive in a DoorDash bag. She has pledged allegiance to ISIS and is under heavy investigation for radicalization online.
Federal prosecutors have charged Jessica Bowie, 35, with attempting to provide material support to a designated terrorist organisation after she told an FBI informant she planned to bomb the New York State Capitol, kill senators and flee to Syria. Bowie has been accused of conducting reconnaissance, buying bomb materials and discussing disguises with undercover operatives before her arrest on Aug. 19.
The FAA is pursuing disciplinary action against two air-traffic controllers at LaGuardia who left early on March 22, leaving only two in the control tower as traffic surged and a ground emergency unfolded. The event, part of an ongoing NTSB investigation into a fatal crash, has intensified scrutiny of staffing practices and timecard policies across the industry.
Natalie Harp, a longtime Trump aide known as the “Human Printer,” is drawing renewed scrutiny as reports detail her proximity to the president and influence over information reaching him. The coverage centers on her letters to Trump and her visibility at events, with lawmakers weighing the implications for governance and access.
The UK government has confirmed that Iranian-linked hackers targeted a small-scale energy generator last month. The incident did not threaten the wider energy system, and authorities have issued guidance to power firms while expanding cyber resilience plans, including an AI-powered shield for critical infrastructure.
The Lockerbie bombing case has new developments as U.S. prosecutors disclose evidence prompting defense review; jury selection in Abu Agila Masud Kheir Al-Marimi's trial is postponed with a January start date anticipated. Scottish prosecutors reaffirm their pursuit of justice.
TWG Global faces federal investigations into affiliated-party loans across its insurers, prompting questions about liquidity and potential impacts on its sports assets, including the Dodgers and Lakers. The company denies fraud and reiterates that its major franchises are not for sale, as regulators review financing and related transactions.
The race for the Texas Senate seat is tightening. Paxton has secured the GOP nomination and is pursuing funding from Trump's MAGA network to fend off a strong Democratic challenger backed by polls and internal data. Other races show Trump’s endorsements affecting outcomes and the broader GOP landscape as Republicans weigh fundraising and support strategies.
CIA Director John Ratcliffe has visited Moscow after a U.S. C-17 transport landed at Vnukovo, flight-tracking data shows. Russian and U.S. officials have not detailed the meetings. U.S. sources told Axios that Washington asked Kyiv to pause strikes while the delegation travelled; Moscow later confirmed Ratcliffe met Russian security officials.
The prosecution has presented its final witnesses in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial, challenging the defense’s postpartum psychosis argument. Forensic psychiatrist Dr. Gregory Saathoff testifies that Clancy’s account of a voice ordering the killings is unconvincing, while the defense argues she acted under severe mental illness. Jurors are poised for closing arguments as the trial enters its final stages.
The Justice Department has seized web domains linked to two hacking platforms, QScan and QTRouter, that prosecutors say a China-linked group called QTFY used since at least 2018 to probe and, in some cases, breach US agencies and private firms including DOE labs, NIH, NASA and the Federal Reserve.
A three-part Channel 4 documentary on Lyra McKee’s 2019 murder follows Detective Jason Murphy as he investigates the crime amid a culture of silence and mistrust that hampers justice. The film uses CCTV evidence and interviews, revealing tensions between police and communities in Northern Ireland.
Federal authorities estimate Los Angeles County accounts for about $3.5 billion in fraudulent hospice claims, with victims like Linda Henry misled into end-of-life care. California regulators have stepped up licensing actions, but critics argue fraud persists as lawmakers weigh privacy protections that could curb investigations.
The Texas Senate contest remains tight as James Talarico leads Ken Paxton by roughly two points in latest polling. The race has drawn national attention and significant fundraising from both sides, with Trump’s backing shaping support dynamics. Polls show Paxton trailing among independents and nonpartisan voters, while Talarico holds a fundraising edge.
Federal prosecutors allege that a gang known as Los Baja Deo trafficked fentanyl, cocaine and other drugs from Mayagüez, Puerto Rico, generating nearly $50 million and driving violence. The operation involved drug distribution through public housing, use of the USPS, and violence to protect the conspiracy. The DOJ seeks assets totaling about $49.7 million.
Rep. Chuck Edwards has been censured by the House Ethics Committee for sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment. The move follows Axios reporting that he singled out two young female staffers. Edwards, who has dropped his reelection bid, argues the conduct was not sexual harassment and defends gifts and interactions with staffers.
The FBI has broadened how it evaluates past conduct in recruitment, allowing contextual consideration of prostitution allegations instead of automatic disqualification. The change is aimed at addressing staffing pressures while maintaining high standards amid ongoing scrutiny of hiring practices.
CBC News has clarified its language guidance on 9/11, emphasizing attribution for terrorism-related reporting while preparing extensive coverage for the 25th anniversary. The move follows backlash over a leaked memo and public scrutiny from U.S. officials and Canadian authorities.
President Donald Trump has said NBCMeet the Press host Kristen Welker will be reported to the Federal Communications Commission for what he called a "purposeful inaccuracy" after she said his endorsements have had "mixed results" this primary season. He named FCC chair Brendan Carr and urged the commission to act; broadcasters and rights groups are litigating alleged FCC pressure.
A Forsyth County teen has been indicted on three counts of murder and conspiracy in connection with the May 18 attack at the Islamic Center of San Diego. Prosecutors say she recorded, distributed the livestream and published the attackers’ manifesto, while investigators caution the case hinges on aiding-and-abetting charges.
A Clark County jury has found Duane “Keffe D” Davis guilty of first‑degree murder with a deadly weapon in the 1996 Las Vegas killing of Tupac Shakur. Davis, 63, has said he will appeal. Sentencing is set for October 13.
The FBI has seized cryptocurrency linked to Hamas’ fundraising and disrupted its online platforms. Authorities have also taken control of domains and platforms used for fundraising and recruitment, and gathered information on thousands who attempted to donate.
A downtown Minneapolis shooting has left at least one dead and several others injured. Police say two officers are among the wounded as emergency services respond and residents are urged to avoid the area.
A gunman, believed to be the victim’s husband, shot inside Nongplalai Municipal Kindergarten in Chonburi province, Thailand. All 44 students and staff were evacuated; the suspect has surrendered after an 18-hour standoff. Authorities are reviewing gun regulations amid a spike in Thai school violence.
The Joint Staff is conducting widespread polygraph examinations on civilian and military personnel amid an investigation into leaks of classified information tied to dwindling U.S. munition stocks during the Iran conflict. Officials say the effort aims to identify leakers and deter future disclosures, with no one reportedly failing the tests thus far.
The Vazquez family sues Park Mental Health Treatment, arguing signs of danger were ignored before the May 14 shooting at a San Diego mosque that left three dead before the teens took their own lives. The suit notes FBI contact with the family and ongoing questions about supervision and access to weapons.
Malone Lam has pleaded guilty to a federal racketeering conspiracy tied to a 2024 crypto heist that netted hundreds of millions. Prosecutors say he and 17 co-conspirators used social engineering to steal crypto, laundering it into cash and funding a lavish spending spree before his Miami arrest.
U.S. authorities allege that Chinese AI developers have distillation capabilities drawn from American frontier models since at least late 2024, naming firms such as DeepSeek, Alibaba and Moonshot AI. Beijing rejects the claims, calling for cooperative AI development.
Beijing has rejected US security allegations that Chinese AI firms extracted proprietary knowledge from American labs at an industrial scale. The accusation follows a U.S. joint advisory accusing Chinese firms of distillation from US models since late 2024.
A Massachusetts jury has declared a mistrial in the Lindsay Clancy murder case after seven days of deliberations without reaching a verdict. Prosecutors will decide whether to retry her for the deaths of three children, with the defense arguing postpartum psychosis affected her actions.
South African police have handed six Nigerian suspects to FBI agents at Cape Town airport, bound for the United States to face wire fraud and money-laundering charges. The suspects are alleged to belong to the Black Axe network, which Interpol says has led global cyber-enabled fraud, including romance, cryptocurrency and investment scams. Victims reportedly include more than 100 U.S. women, with losses exceeding $6 million. Interpol-led operations in West Africa have recently targeted similar networks, resulting in arrests and asset seizures.
Nazira Haji Zada has been removed from the United States under the Alien Terrorist Removal Court, a new 30-year-old framework that allows classified evidence. DOJ says she conceded she is an alien terrorist and waived appeal. Her son and son-in-law previously plotted a 2024 Election Day attack for ISIS; one received 15 years in prison. The case marks a landmark use of the ATRC.
The investigation led by the Southern District of Florida has expanded as prosecutors and Trump allies navigate setbacks. DiGenova has resigned from a key role, and questions rise about progress in the grand jury probe into former officials tied to Trump’s campaign and alleged misconduct.
The CIA has released 71 presidential daily briefs from February 1998 to September 12, 2001. The 101-page set shows analysts tracked Osama bin Laden’s movements, financing and networks and repeatedly warned of possible attacks on US soil, including hijackings and interest in unconventional weapons; many pages remain redacted.