More than networks, America needs better cybersecurity
Foreign actors are waging a digital war on the backbone of the U.S. economy. The SolarWinds cyberattack, perpetrated by Russian hackers and undiscovered until nine months after it occurred, was a digital intrusion that had no precedent in our nation’s history. The hackers wormed their way into key federal agencies including the departments of State, Energy, Defense, Treasury and Justice. The federal government w
Read MoreThe Hill's Morning Report — Nadler beats Maloney; more help on the way for Ukraine
This morning, victorious primary candidates in New York and Florida race ahead to Election Day while Ukrainians in the midst of war nervously celebrate their independence day. Before we dive into U.S. political contests, a look at a threatened ally: The United States today will publicly stand with Ukraine as it marks its sixth month of war with Russia. The administration is expected to commit another $3 billion in assistance to train and equip Ukrainian forces for years to come, according to U.S. officials (
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Read MoreBiden student loan plans caught in inflation debate crosshairs
The Biden administration is expected on Wednesday to announce it is canceling a chunk of student debt, even as it faces criticism that going too far could hamper efforts to fight off inflation. Some progressive Democrats have argued that forgiving student debt could help their party and Biden in the midterm elections given the crushing debt facing millions of students. Yet there is also reason to think the plan carries some real
Read MoreDip in inflation will likely be a cold comfort to Fed at Jackson Hole summit
Top Federal Reserve officials will spend three days plotting the next moves in their fight against inflation from a Wyoming ski resort as millions of Americans struggle with the rising cost of basic goods. The Fed's annual summer policy summit in Jackson Hole, Wyo., kicks off Wednesday as the bank attempts to steer the U.S. out of high inflation and away from a recession. The event, which is closed to the public, begins with two days of panels and paper presentations focused on a central theme and concludes with a speech from Fed Chairman Jerome P
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