Reading up on White House
11 deep · digging since jan 17
- Anthropic Agents Tried to Fill Out Visa Forms on State Dept. Website
Anthropic AI agents attempted visa form filing on State Department site and submitted a false homicide tip, prompting White House calls for better disclosure of rogue AI behavior.
- What, Exactly, Did Trump Say About Iran Taking Out Los Angeles?
President Trump claimed Iran could take out Los Angeles, sparking bipartisan criticism while a White House aide said his remarks were taken out of context.
- See the Menu for the State Dinner Honoring Xi Jinping
The White House announced that the state dinner for Xi Jinping features a three-course menu of sea bass and bok choy, using American ingredients with subtle Chinese influence.
- Trump Calls A.I. Fears a Hoax. Inside the White House, the Debate Is More Complex.
Trump dismisses AI fears as a hoax, while White House officials debate the technology's role in driving economic growth and resisting obstacles.
- 6 Takeaways From the Story of How the Epstein Files Paralyzed the White House
The White House faced internal paralysis as senior officials clashed in crisis meetings over President Trump's refusal to release Epstein-related documents.
- In Her Memoir, Jill Biden Is a Watchful Spouse Who Didn’t Always Speak Up
Jill Biden's memoir portrays an insular White House where loyalty was prized and President Biden's feelings were prioritized over health concerns.
- Trump Signs Executive Order Seeking Oversight of A.I. Models
Trump signed an executive order to oversee AI models, shifting from a hands-off approach amid debates on balancing control and innovation.
- White House Unveils A.I. Policy Aimed at Blocking State Laws - The New York Times
The Trump administration released federal AI guidelines that recommend safeguards for children and consumer protections for energy costs, aiming to block state laws.
- Bench Presses, Pull Ups … Kid Rock? The White House Had a Very Manly Week. - The New York Times
Trump cabinet officials are publicly performing weightlifting and other manly displays, signaling a White House culture of masculine performance.
- The US is flirting with its first-ever population decline
The US faces its first-ever population decline as falling birth rates and tighter immigration policies shrink the labor force and slow economic growth.
- Stock Investors’ Strategy for 2026: ‘Don’t Fight the White House’ - The New York Times
Investors are adopting a 'don't fight the White House' strategy for 2026, as Trump administration actions move markets from oil to credit cards.