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U.S. State Department's AI Targets Pro-Palestinian Students

3/9/2025

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State Department's AI Initiative

The U.S. State Department is launching an AI initiative called “Catch and Revoke,” aimed at identifying and expelling students with pro-Palestinian views. This controversial move echoes the Trump administration's approach to regulating speech, raising alarms among critics who fear it may stifle free expression and foster discrimination.

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Trump Bans DeepSeek

The Trump administration is poised to ban the Chinese AI chatbot DeepSeek from government devices, citing serious national security concerns. Alarm bells are ringing over DeepSeek's data collection methods and the risk of foreign surveillance. This move aligns with recent restrictions imposed by New York and federal agencies, including NASA and the US Navy.

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Musk's AI Controversy

Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok has stirred controversy by estimating a staggering 75-90% likelihood that former President Donald Trump is a "Russian asset" under Vladimir Putin's influence. This bold claim stems from Trump's financial connections to Russia and his unwavering support for Putin, ensuring that their relationship remains a focal point in the heated political landscape.

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State Department's AI Initiative

The U.S. State Department is launching an AI initiative called “Catch and Revoke,” aimed at identifying and expelling students with pro-Palestinian views. This controversial move echoes the Trump administration's approach to regulating speech, raising alarms among critics who fear it may stifle free expression and foster discrimination.

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