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House vote to extend FISA spy tool fails and it could lapse as Friday deadline looms

House vote to extend FISA spy tool fails and it could lapse as Friday deadline looms

A rare lapse in a law that allows the U.S. to gather intelligence abroad has grown more likely after the House failed to temporarily extend the program
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New UFO files describe spinning discs, glowing orbs and one object shaped like a potato

New UFO files describe spinning discs, glowing orbs and one object shaped like a potato

New UFO files have been released by the Trump administration that include several vivid descriptions of mysterious sightings in the sky
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New Pentagon UFO file reveals glowing orbs in US Northeast

New Pentagon UFO file reveals glowing orbs in US Northeast

WASHINGTON, June 12 (Reuters) - The Pentagon released a third tranche of previously classified files on alleged UFO sightings on Friday, which include reports of glowing, sometimes red, orbs seen by people in the northeastern United States. The first two batches were made public on May 8 and May 22.
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Pentagon Releases Third Batch of UFO Files Under Trump Administration, Sparking Public Interest

Pentagon Releases Third Batch of UFO Files Under Trump Administration, Sparking Public Interest

The Trump administration has released a third set of documents related to unidentified flying objects (UFOs), following previous releases in May. This initiative is part of the Presidential Unsealing and Reporting System for UAP Encounters (PURSUE), aimed at increasing transparency about Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP). The latest release includes 53 documents, 10 digital renderings, six videos, and three NASA audio recordings, sourced from agencies like the CIA, FBI, NASA, and the Pentagon. Notable cases include a 2008 UFO sighting at Harare International Airport in Zimbabwe and recent orb sightings in the Northeast U.S. The Pentagon's UAP archive has attracted over 1.7 billion hits since its launch, reflecting significant public interest.
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CIA Officer David Rush Accused of $40M Gold Bar Theft in Major Financial Crime

CIA Officer David Rush Accused of $40M Gold Bar Theft in Major Financial Crime

CIA officer David Rush has been arrested and accused of orchestrating a significant financial crime involving the theft of $40 million in gold bars. The FBI raided his home in Ashburn, Virginia, discovering 303 gold bars, luxury watches, and cash. Rush allegedly fabricated his resume to join the CIA and created a fake fund to embezzle money. He is currently charged with fraudulently claiming military leave compensation, but further charges related to the gold bars are anticipated. This case is considered one of the most significant financial crimes in CIA history.
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Trump sticks with Pulte for intel job as risk grows of lapse in spy powers

Trump sticks with Pulte for intel job as risk grows of lapse in spy powers

Republicans and Democrats have lobbied President Donald Trump to immediately name a permanent director of national intelligence to make it easier to renew a key surveillance authority
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FISA spy program at risk over Trump's pick of Pulte for director of national intelligence

FISA spy program at risk over Trump's pick of Pulte for director of national intelligence

A rare lapse in a law that allows the U.S. to gather intelligence abroad has grown more likely
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US seizes 13 website domains tied to alleged Chinese intelligence collection

US seizes 13 website domains tied to alleged Chinese intelligence collection

By AJ Vicens June 10 (Reuters) - Federal authorities announced on Wednesday the seizure of 13 internet domains tied to what the U.S.
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FBI Collaborates with UFC for Training Ahead of White House MMA Event

FBI Collaborates with UFC for Training Ahead of White House MMA Event

FBI Collaborates with UFC for Training Ahead of White House MMA Event
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President Trump's Nomination of Bill Pulte Threatens FISA Renewal Amid Democratic Opposition

President Trump's Nomination of Bill Pulte Threatens FISA Renewal Amid Democratic Opposition

The U.S. intelligence community faces a potential lapse in its ability to gather foreign intelligence due to President Trump's nomination of Bill Pulte as director of national intelligence. Pulte, a federal housing finance regulator, lacks experience in intelligence, leading to bipartisan concerns. Democrats have stated they will not support the renewal of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) unless Pulte's nomination is withdrawn. This section allows U.S. agencies to collect communications from foreign targets without a warrant. The law is set to expire at midnight on Friday, coinciding with major national events such as the World Cup and the nation's 250th anniversary celebrations. The House plans to attempt a short-term extension, but passage is uncertain.
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FBI seizes 13 websites that officials say were used by China to target and recruit US workers

FBI seizes 13 websites that officials say were used by China to target and recruit US workers

The FBI has seized more than a dozen websites that officials say were part of a Chinese effort to target American workers who have access to classified or sensitive government information
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FBI Seizes Websites Allegedly Used by Chinese Agents to Recruit U.S. Officials

FBI Seizes Websites Allegedly Used by Chinese Agents to Recruit U.S. Officials

Federal authorities have seized over a dozen websites allegedly used by suspected Chinese agents to recruit former and current American officials with security clearances. According to the FBI, these websites were fronts for fake consulting companies aimed at recruiting individuals in the U.S. to obtain sensitive and possibly classified information in exchange for monetary payments. The conspirators reportedly used identity theft, AI-generated photos, and large payments for research reports to gain access to sensitive intel. The websites advertised positions such as 'International Affairs Analysts' and 'Jobs for Ex-Military Personnel,' targeting individuals with insider knowledge on topics of interest to the Chinese government. The FBI believes the people running the scheme were acting on behalf of the Chinese government, although they denied any foreign government involvement.