Tag: congress
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The Unfulfilled Promise: EV Fees Loom as America’s Roads Crumble
The Unfulfilled Promise: EV Fees Loom as America’s Roads Crumble As the Highway Trust Fund teeters, lawmakers eye a familiar charge for greener miles, reigniting a debate over fairness and funding. The hum of electric vehicles, once a symbol of future-forward innovation and cleaner air, is beginning to be drowned out by a more urgent,…
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From Vegas to the Capitol: Black Hat and DEF CON’s Wake-Up Call for Congress
From Vegas to the Capitol: Black Hat and DEF CON’s Wake-Up Call for Congress Hacker conventions reveal critical cybersecurity blind spots and offer a blueprint for legislative action. Las Vegas, Nevada – The glittering lights and frenetic energy of Black Hat and DEF CON, two of the world’s largest cybersecurity conventions, might seem a galaxy…
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Where the Cyber Underground Meets Capitol Hill: Unlocking National Security Through Hacking’s Frontier
Where the Cyber Underground Meets Capitol Hill: Unlocking National Security Through Hacking’s Frontier As Black Hat and DEF CON showcase cutting-edge threats and defenses, a stark reality dawns: Washington needs to listen, learn, and adapt to a rapidly evolving digital battleground. For decades, the cybersecurity landscape has been defined by a dynamic interplay between innovation…
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D.C.’s Fate: A Capitol Showdown Looms as Trump’s Crime Focus Ignites Congressional Debate
D.C.’s Fate: A Capitol Showdown Looms as Trump’s Crime Focus Ignites Congressional Debate As the nation’s capital grapples with rising crime concerns, President Trump’s assertive stance is pushing the District’s long-standing quest for autonomy to a critical juncture, drawing Congress directly into the fray. The upcoming fall legislative session promises to be a crucible for…
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The Unseen Cost: Why Your EV Might Soon Come With a Hidden Bill
The Unseen Cost: Why Your EV Might Soon Come With a Hidden Bill As the Highway Trust Fund Shrinks, Congress Eyes a New Revenue Stream from Electric Vehicles The hum of electric vehicles on our roadways has become a familiar sound, heralding a cleaner, more sustainable future. Yet, as more drivers embrace the electric revolution,…
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The Silent Squeeze: How EV Fees Could Reshape America’s Roads and Your Wallet
The Silent Squeeze: How EV Fees Could Reshape America’s Roads and Your Wallet As the Highway Trust Fund faces a funding crisis, electric vehicles, once hailed as the future, are now squarely in the crosshairs for new taxes. The hum of electric vehicles on American roads has been growing steadily, a testament to a nation’s…
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A Capitol Divide: Congress’s Looming Battle Over Washington D.C.
A Capitol Divide: Congress’s Looming Battle Over Washington D.C. As crime concerns mount, the nation’s capital finds itself at the epicenter of a deepening political tug-of-war with implications far beyond its iconic monuments. The familiar hum of legislative machinery in Washington D.C. is about to be amplified by a new, increasingly contentious debate: how, or…
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The Clash of Titans: Trump’s Crusade Against the International Energy Agency’s Influence
The Clash of Titans: Trump’s Crusade Against the International Energy Agency’s Influence How a Washington offensive aims to reshape global energy policy by targeting a key international body. The Trump administration, in conjunction with influential Republican allies in Congress, has launched a concerted effort to oust a high-ranking official at the International Energy Agency (IEA).…
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When the Hackers Speak: What Congress Needs to Learn from the Cybersecurity Frontier
When the Hackers Speak: What Congress Needs to Learn from the Cybersecurity Frontier Defending Democracy in the Digital Age Demands Embracing the Unconventional Wisdom of Black Hat and DEF CON In the heart of Las Vegas, amidst the neon glow and the clatter of slot machines, a different kind of battle is being waged. Not…
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The Capitol’s Shadow: How D.C.’s Fate Hangs in the Balance of Congressional Power
The Capitol’s Shadow: How D.C.’s Fate Hangs in the Balance of Congressional Power Trump’s crime crackdown reignites a long-simmering battle over the District’s autonomy. Washington D.C. is more than just the nation’s capital; it’s a vibrant, complex city with over 700,000 residents who navigate its streets, schools, and economy like any other American. Yet, their…