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September 22: California AI Rules and ICE Pursuit Death
In AI policy
California Governor Gavin Newsom has ordered state agencies to develop recommendations for safeguards on advanced AI systems, including whether so-called frontier models should have a verified kill switch. The order does not impose new rules yet, but it sets deadlines for proposals on independent laboratory audits and a registry for AI auditors, moving two recently signed state laws toward implementation.
In Michigan
A man died in Grand Rapids after his vehicle crashed into a tree during a pursuit by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, police said. Neighbors told local station News 8 that ICE agents were the first to arrive at the scene. Authorities have not provided further details about the pursuit or the man’s identity.
In Washington
Donald Trump says he wants his proposed 250-foot triumphal arch in Washington to include drones and snipers, turning the project into what he described as a military complex. The plan already faces a lawsuit, height-limit approvals, and a court requirement that site work receive 48 hours’ notice. Federal agencies have set aside at least $15 million, while major questions remain about legal authority, security arrangements, funding, and air safety near Reagan National Airport.
In media business
Paramount is preparing about $49 billion in loans and bonds to finance its proposed $110 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery. Most of the borrowing is expected to receive investment-grade ratings, potentially making it one of the year’s largest credit offerings. The deal follows a settlement with state attorneys general.
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