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AI Chatbot Grok Spreads False Claims About Idaho Shooter
After the June 29 shooting in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, that killed two firefighters and injured another, false claims about the suspect, Wess Roley, circulated on social media via Grok, X’s AI chatbot. Grok alleged Roley had a criminal record, including assault charges and a no-contact order from his family. These claims went viral but were later debunked by local authorities and fact-checkers. Officials confirmed Roley had no criminal history and only minor past interactions with law enforcement. The case highlights the dangers of relying on AI-generated information for breaking news. Read More (Poynter Rating)
FCC Moves to Eliminate 40 Outdated Media Rules
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr is spearheading the removal of 40 obsolete regulations, part of a broader initiative to streamline federal oversight. The targeted rules—many decades old—include those related to telegraphs and phone booths. The effort is part of Carr’s “Delete, Delete, Delete” campaign and aligns with broader government goals of cutting red tape. The FCC will vote on the measure later this month, and more reforms are expected. Broadcasters and tech firms have voiced support for modernizing rules, especially those affecting ownership limits and broadcast standards. Read More (The Desk Rating)
Gabbard Accuses Washington Post Reporter of Misconduct
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard accused Washington Post journalist Ellen Nakashima of unethical behavior, claiming she used a burner phone to contact intelligence officials without disclosing her identity. Gabbard criticized the Post for allegedly targeting intelligence staff. In response, the Post’s executive editor Matt Murray defended Nakashima, calling her reporting fair and her methods standard journalistic practice. He condemned Gabbard’s claims as a personal attack and a misunderstanding of the press’s role in holding government accountable. Read More (The Hill Rating)
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