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The Tetris Company says it was "not involved in the creation" of White House parody, takes "copyright infringement very seriously"
The Tetris Company has stated it was not involved in the creation of a parody game called 'Build the Wall: Zombie Border Siege' that was featured on a US government minigame site. The company takes copyright infringement seriously and emphasized its belief in connection rather than division. The parody game, which involved building a wall to keep out 'aliens,' has since been removed.
Evening Safety Dance
Hackers successfully breached the Department of Homeland Security's systems after security alarms were twice dismissed as false positives. The incident highlights vulnerabilities in the department's cybersecurity defenses.
The White House app will reportedly be auto-installed on Homeland Security staff's devices
The White House app will reportedly be automatically installed on work devices issued to staff within the Department of Homeland Security. This policy change was reported by Politico.
Evening Legal Briefs
A lawsuit has been filed against the Department of Homeland Security, alleging that the agency cannot create a large DNA database intended to track critics. The article from Ars Technica details the legal challenges to this proposed surveillance measure.
Homeland Security reportedly wants to develop smart glasses for ICE
The Department of Homeland Security is reportedly developing smart glasses, dubbed 'ICE Glasses,' intended for Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents. These devices would capture video and utilize facial recognition and gait analysis to identify individuals from a distance, with a target deployment by September 2027. Concerns have been raised by civil liberty groups regarding potential widespread surveillance of US citizens.
Sunday Legal Briefs
A judge ruled in favor of the creators of banned ICE trackers, who claim the Department of Homeland Security and Department of Justice violated their First Amendment rights. The ruling addresses the legal battle over the trackers and their alleged infringement on constitutional protections.
Judge sides with creators of banned ICE trackers who allege DHS and DOJ violated their First Amendment rights
A judge has ruled in favor of creators of ICE tracking apps, granting a preliminary injunction against the Department of Homeland Security and Department of Justice. The court found that the government likely violated the First Amendment by pressuring platforms like Facebook and Apple to remove the apps, which used publicly available information to monitor ICE activity.
The US government wants Reddit to snitch on one of its users through a grand jury
The US government, through Immigration and Customs Enforcement, has issued a grand jury subpoena to Reddit, demanding the identification of a user who allegedly criticized the agency. Reddit's attorneys argue that user anonymity and free speech are protected under the First Amendment, calling the subpoena an "escalation." This incident follows a pattern of government agencies requesting user data from various online platforms.
Verizon waives late fees for federal workers affected by partial DHS shutdown
Verizon is waiving late fees and offering flexible payment plans for federal workers impacted by the partial government shutdown. This offer extends to any federal employee who can provide employment verification, with the Department of Homeland Security being particularly affected. The shutdown stems from Congress's failure to pass a new funding bill for the DHS.
The US bans all new foreign-made network routers
The Federal Communications Commission has banned new foreign-made consumer network routers, deeming them a security risk. While previously purchased routers are unaffected, new models must meet stricter requirements, potentially impacting companies like TP-Link, NetGear, Eero, and Google Nest, which manufacture overseas. The policy aims to reduce US dependence on foreign components for national security and economic reasons.
Don’t be surprised that the FBI is buying your location data
The FBI has confirmed it is purchasing location data from data brokers, bypassing the need for warrants under the Fourth Amendment. This data, collected through advertising technology and third-party cookies, allows law enforcement agencies like ICE and the Department of Homeland Security to track individuals. Critics argue this practice circumvents constitutional protections and raises significant privacy concerns.
The FBI confirms it's buying Americans' location data
FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed the agency purchases commercially available location data to track individuals, citing its constitutionality under the Electronic Communications Privacy Act. Senator Ron Wyden criticized this practice as an "outrageous end run" around the Fourth Amendment, especially with the use of AI for mass surveillance. The article also mentions past controversies involving Patel and other government agencies' data practices.
Nintendo of America sues US government over tariffs
Nintendo of America has filed a lawsuit against the US government seeking refunds for tariffs imposed last year. The company manufactures its hardware in Vietnam and China and argues the tariffs were unlawful. This action follows a Supreme Court decision that struck down global tariffs, leading to new ones being imposed.
Nintendo sues Trump administration
Nintendo of America is suing the Trump administration and several US government agencies in the US Court of International Trade, seeking refunds for tariffs that the Supreme Court later deemed unconstitutional. The company claims these tariffs, amounting to over $200 billion collectively, negatively impacted its business, including causing delays in Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders and increasing accessory costs.
Nintendo's Lawsuit Against The U.S. Government Is Automatically Paused
Nintendo of America's lawsuit against the U.S. government regarding tariffs implemented in 2025 has been automatically paused pending the resolution of a related tariff case before the Supreme Court. The company claims these tariffs, enacted under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, have caused significant financial harm and led to price increases and pre-order delays for its products.
Nintendo Is Suing The U.S. Government Over Trump's Tariffs
Nintendo of America is suing the U.S. government to recover over $200 billion in tariffs imposed in 2025. The company argues these tariffs, enacted under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, were unlawful and caused significant harm, including delaying the Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders and increasing the price of existing Nintendo Switch models and accessories.
Nintendo is suing the US government over Trump's tariffs
Nintendo of America is suing the US government, including the Department of Treasury, Department of Homeland Security, and US Customs & Border Protection, over tariff policies. The company claims it has been harmed by unauthorized executive orders and is seeking a refund for fees paid to import products. This action follows a Supreme Court ruling that found the Trump administration's global tariffs illegal.
Nintendo Is Suing The US Government Over Illegal Tariffs
Nintendo has filed a lawsuit against the US government seeking a refund for illegal tariffs previously levied under the IEEPA. The company joins other businesses like Costco and Staples in this legal action following a Supreme Court ruling. US Customs and Border Protection has indicated that its systems may take up to 45 days to process such refunds.
