national security

Reauthorization of U.S. spy tool blocked by House conservative revolt

By Eric Tucker, Farnoush Amiri, Associated Press

Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., has called the program “critically important” but has struggled to find a path forward on the issue.

How Hong Kong's new security law could impact different communities

By Kanis Leung, Associated Press

While the offenses outlined in the new law pertain to acts conducted without lawful authority, there is anxiety that the law may create gray areas.

Biden orders U.S. investigation of national security risks posed by Chinese-made 'smart cars'

By Matthew Daly, Associated Press

The probe could lead to new regulations aimed at preventing China from using sophisticated technology in electric cars and other so-called connected vehicles to track drivers and their personal information.

WATCH: White House responds to House Intelligence Committee chair's warning over security threat

By Ellen Knickmeyer, Associated Press

The head of the House Intelligence Committee says he has information about a serious national security threat and urges the administration to declassify the information so the U.S. and its allies can openly discuss how to respond.

WATCH: Senate Foreign Relations hearing on U.S. security and support for Ukraine

By News Desk

The Senate Foreign Relations Committee held a hearing on American national security interests in Ukraine on Wednesday.

WATCH: Mayorkas, Becerra testify in Senate hearing for additional security and health funding

By News Desk

Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas and Health and Human Services Secretary Becerra testified before the Senate Appropriations Committee Wednesday to review Biden's supplemental funding requests for their respective departments.

White House asks Congress for $105 billion to boost national security

By Chris Megerian, Associated Press

President Joe Biden hopes Congress will move urgently on the legislation, and he made the case for deepening U.S. support for its allies during a rare Oval Office address on Thursday night.

2 U.S. Navy sailors arrested on charges tied to national security and China

By Julie Watson, Associated Press

The indictment says Wei made contact with a Chinese government intelligence officer in February 2022 and provided photographs and videos of the ship he served on.

U.S. restricts visa-free travel for Hungarian passport holders over security concerns

By Bela Szandelszky, Associated Press

The restrictions apply to the U.S. Visa Waiver Program, which allows passport holders from 40 countries to enter the United States for business or tourism without a visa for up to 90 days.

Hong Kong police arrest 4 men accused of supporting people overseas, endangering national security

By Kanis Leung, Associated Press

Local media say the four are former members of the now-defunct pro-democracy party Demosisto, which was founded by Nathan Law, an activist who is now based in the U.K.