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Election officials seek changes to federal rule on cyberattack reports
The proposed rule says state and local election offices must report suspected breaches within 72 hours.
By Christina A. Cassidy
US cybersecurity agency hires to support state, local elections
The new federal employees will be based throughout the country and join other staff already conducting cyber and physical security reviews.
By Christina A. Cassidy
Biden names Kelly as director of new AI Safety Institute
By July, the institute will create “red team” testing standards for developers to ensure that AI systems are safe for consumers and businesses.
By Josh Boak
Air Force seeks retirees to come back to active duty
Up to 1,000 retirees can return to their former careers as the service seeks to plug a critical manning gap.
House may try again to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas
The stunning roll call fell just a single vote short, stalling the Republicans’ drive to punish the Biden administration over its handling of the border.
House advances arms sales bill supported by defense industry
A bill raising the threshold for congressional arms sales notices has become partisan amid lobbying from the defense industry and arms control groups.
Asia veteran approved as No. 2 US diplomat, underscoring China focus
The Senate approved Kurt Campbell as deputy secretary of state 92-5 in a rare show of bipartisan support.
Opinion
What’s holding back the whole-of-government health resilience plan?
The Federal Plan for Equitable Long-Term Recovery and Resilience helps communities engage in self-driven discussions of needs and solutions.
By Becky Payne
Here’s how the feds are working to keep Super Bowl safe, drone free
The air around Allegiant Stadium next Sunday has been designated by the Federal Aviation Administration as a “no drone zone.”
New Tricare contracts to start next January, promising better care
New Tricare contracts aim to improve access to health care, clinical quality and patient safety, as well as increase military readiness.
By Karen Jowers