Congressional Research Service

US cryptocurrency regulatory and taxation legislative debate

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Blockchain Association urges US Congress to clarify crypto tax rules

Legislative efforts in the United States have focused on addressing regulatory gaps and tax uncertainties surrounding digital assets. The Congressional Research Service identified a lack of definitive legal authority for

US enforcement of PERM and changes to work authorization

6 clusters · 178 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: US suspends eight tech firms from Permanent Labor Certification Program

The United States government has initiated a crackdown on the permanent labor certification (PERM) program, targeting major technology firms as part of a broader investigation into visa fraud and labor market abuses. In

US National Flood Insurance Program status

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: FEMA launches online purchase tool for flood insurance

The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), managed by FEMA, is approaching a December 12 expiration deadline. This follows a history of frequent short-term extensions, with the Congressional Research Service noting 36

US-Iran-Israel military conflict

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Iran Air reports 20 to 30 aircraft destroyed in conflict

Military operations involving the United States, Iran, and Israel have resulted in significant aviation losses for both sides. A report from the Congressional Research Service indicates that the United States has lost

US-Iran war: Economic costs and escalation warnings

19 clusters · 383 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: US households face $2,000 cost increase due to Iran war

The conflict between the U.S.-Israel coalition and Iran has reached its eight-month milestone, marking a departure from President Trump’s initial characterization of the war as a brief “little excursion.” While the admin

US Pentagon AI procurement and investment

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Pentagon targets $58.5 billion for AI investments by 2027

The U.S. Department of Defense is implementing new strategies to accelerate the procurement of artificial intelligence technologies. Through the Tradewinds initiative, managed by the Chief Digital and Artificial Intellig

US voter sentiment and corporate shifts regarding AI

2 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: AI adoption drives shift in CIO responsibilities and public anxiety

Public sentiment in the United States regarding artificial intelligence has shifted from interest in its utility to concern over its societal risks. Initial polling indicated bipartisan support for using AI to combat g

US-mediated Venezuela transition and resource control

42 clusters · 213 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Venezuela democratic transition remains a subject of political debate

Eight months after the capture of Nicolás Maduro by United States forces on January 3, 2026, the Venezuelan transition under acting president Delcy Rodríguez continues through a three-phase stabilization process. This tr

U.S. Navy shipyard and submarine maintenance challenges

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: U.S. Navy shipyard modernization could cost $200 billion and take 50 years

Reports from the Government Accountability Office (GAO) highlight significant operational and infrastructural challenges facing the U.S. Navy. Initial findings indicate that maintenance delays and idle time for attack su

PAC-3 MSE interceptor deployment and production

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated about 1 month ago

Latest: Germany seeks U.S. approval to manufacture PAC-3 MSE interceptors

The PAC-3 Missile Segment Enhancement (MSE) interceptor is seeing increased integration and production discussions across allied nations. The U.S. Navy has announced plans to integrate these interceptors onto Aegis-equip