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Politics · United StatesUS cyberscam response fragmented, investigation finds
A US congressional investigation found the government's response to cyberscams is fragmented, with agencies lacking a unified accounting of seized money and victim returns. Americans reported nearly $18 billion in losses last year.
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Politics · European UnionUS government joins Musk's challenge to EU's €120 million X fine
The US government has formally asked to join Elon Musk's legal fight against a €120 million fine imposed by the European Union on his platform X. Washington claims EU regulators exceeded their authority by fining an American company not operating within the bloc's jurisdiction.
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Politics · Latin AmericaUS structured Venezuela oil stake with warrants to prevent dilution
The U.S. government structured its 35% stake in a Venezuelan oil venture using "penny warrants" to shield it from dilution. This mechanism ensures Washington realizes the full value of the project, according to a U.S. official.
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Business & Economy · United StatesGAO report finds DOGE overstated $110bn in savings and could not verify most claims
A Government Accountability Office audit found the Department of Government Efficiency, led by Elon Musk, claimed $110bn in savings that were either inaccurate or unsupported. The report also revealed 128 of 206 DOGE employees had left by January 2026, and agencies withheld ethics records.
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