A DOGE Affiliate Is Now in Charge of the US Government’s ID Platform

Greg Hogan will oversee Login.gov as the government seeks to integrate driver’s license and passport information into the service, making what one insider calls “a national ID.”

Cole Allen Charged With Attempting to Assassinate Trump

The suspected shooter at Saturday night’s White House Correspondents’ Dinner faces three felony charges. He remains in custody following Monday’s hearing.

‘STAGED’: Conspiracy Theories Are Everywhere Following White House Correspondents’ Dinner Shooting

The word “staged” exploded on social media following the attack, as both right and left-wing influencers and anonymous accounts spread unfounded conspiracy theories.

California Engineer Identified in Suspected Shooting at White House Correspondents’ Dinner

The 31-year-old engineer and self-described indie game developer is suspected of firing shots at the annual event attended by President Donald Trump, high-profile media figures, and US government officials.

The Latest Push to Extend Key US Spy Powers Is Still a Mess

A US surveillance program that lets the FBI view Americans’ communications without a warrant is up for renewal. A new bill aims to address mounting lawmaker concerns—with smoke and mirrors.

USAID Whistleblower Says It Was Even Worse Than People Knew

Political appointees wanted a quiet drawdown, the whistleblower says. DOGE wanted an execution.

Republican Mutiny Sinks Trump’s Push to Extend Warrantless Surveillance

A post-midnight revolt in the House sank the White House’s efforts to extend Section 702—a spy program the FBI has used to look into members of Congress, protesters, and political donors.

Congress Turns Up Pressure on DHS Over Palantir’s Role in Immigration Crackdown

Democrats are demanding answers about Palantir and other surveillance firms powering Trump’s hardline immigration enforcement agenda.

MAGA Is Starting to Look Beyond Trump

A seemingly endless torrent of criticism directed toward Trump from former MAGA allies suggests the president is losing support from his base.

The FCC Has a Fast Lane for Complaints About Trump’s Media Critics

Internal emails obtained by WIRED reveal how a conservative legal group with a direct line into FCC chairman Brendan Carr’s office built the case against Jimmy Kimmel and his employees.