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DeepSeek & Buyouts in Washington 2/7/25
Feb 7, 2025
Lawmakers push for a ban on the Chinese AI app DeepSeek on government devices, citing national security risks. Meanwhile, a federal judge halts the Trump administration's buyout offer for federal workers, raising concerns about employee morale. Union leader Everett Kelley critiques Elon Musk's budget cuts, suggesting there are better alternatives. The economy shows signs of strength with 143,000 new jobs added, while a Treasury review assures it’s not politically biased. Discussions also highlight ongoing fears linked to tech app data security and its implications for Americans.
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- Bipartisan lawmakers are advocating for a ban on the Chinese AI app DeepSeek due to serious national security risks.
- The federal buyout plan initiated by the Trump administration has been halted by a judge, raising concerns about union implications.
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Bipartisan Concerns Over Chinese AI App DeepSeek
Legislation has been introduced by bipartisan lawmakers to ban the Chinese AI app DeepSeek from government devices due to national security concerns. Representatives Josh Gottheimer and Darren LaHood highlighted the potential risks associated with the app, emphasizing that it could capture sensitive data from American users and be manipulated by the Chinese government. They pointed out that DeepSeek's ban has already been enacted in several countries, such as Australia and South Korea, underscoring the urgency for such measures in the United States. With China's ambitions to surpass the U.S. technologically, the lawmakers stress the necessity of protecting American interests from espionage and misinformation.
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