Stories from Washington D.C. · United States

Personnel at the Pentagon are utilizing artificial intelligence for warfare analysis.

Experts suggest a reduction in US field presence is occurring alongside a slowdown in the delivery of essential weapon systems like HIMARS and NASAMS. This slowdown is attributed to increasing pressure on US stockpiles.

A manufacturer of an abortion drug is asking the Supreme Court to block a Fifth Circuit ruling. The manufacturer seeks to overturn the ruling that has been described as a major shift in reproductive rights. A manufacturer of the drug mifepristone is challenging a ruling by the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. The case involves the accessibility of the drug and the requirements for its distribution. The manufacturer argues that the current ruling would result in fewer services being available. Republican opposition is noted as a factor affecting negotiating abilities in the current political climate. The manufacturer of mifepristone has been notified of a potential agreement idea. This marks the first instance since the overturning of Roe v. Wade that blue states supporting abortion access face new restrictions.

This follows agreements signed with seven AI-dependent technology companies to integrate their technologies into laptops.

The United States has deployed F/A-18C Hornet fighter jets to the Middle East. The US military continues patrols and maritime blockade operations in international waters.

The Center for AI Standards and Innovation (CAISI) conducted an evaluation of the open-weight AI model DeepSeek V4 Pro in April 2026. The assessment focused on the model's performance and standards.

Senator Nyamu has introduced legislation aimed at regulating the use of artificial intelligence.

The US President has allegedly failed to comply with existing trade agreements, according to reports. The specific nature of the violations remains under discussion.

The US administration, led by President Donald Trump, has decided to end its partnership with Anthropic regarding the use of its cloud-based AI system for military purposes. This decision follows months of tension between the US government and the company.

The approval bypasses the need for Congressional consent due to the declared emergency status. The Department cited the urgency of the decision because partners are currently under attack.