Could Mitch McConnell Be Replaced By Thomas Massie? Here Are The Scenarios

The incident highlights the urgent need for robust verification systems to counter AI-generated disinformation, especially in volatile markets. The post Google’s deepfake detector identifies AI-generated image of Mitch McConnell appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The post Beshear Urges Mitch McConnell: Update Kentuckians On Your Health appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Topline Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear formally requested Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., update constituents on the state of his health on Wednesday as McConnell has been hospitalized since June 14 without disclosing why. Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-KY) as the Senate votes on amendments to a reconciliation package, at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC, on June 4, 2026. (Photo by Nathan Posner/Anadolu via Getty Images) Anadolu via Getty Images Key Facts Beshear, a Democrat, wrote in a letter to McConnell, “over the last several weeks, Kentuckians have grown increasingly concerned about the current state of your health and wellbeing, and ability to hold office in the United States Senate,” adding, “as governor, I request that you fully updated Kentuckians regarding the current status of your health.” He said he believes the situation “requires clear communication about one’s ability to s

Beshear's request underscores the political uncertainty and potential shifts in Senate dynamics, highlighting the importance of succession laws. The post Dem kentucky gov. andy beshear demands health update on GOP sen. mitch McConnell appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The post What We Know About Mitch McConnell’s Health As Scott Jennings Says He Spoke With Him appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Topline Commentator Scott Jennings said he spoke to Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., on Tuesday morning, contradicting claims the 84-year-old senator became braindead amid a weekslong hospital stay. McConnell has dealt with two hospitalizations this year. Photo by Nathan Posner/Anadolu via Getty Images Key Facts Jennings said in an X post he spoke with his “old friend” Tuesday morning, saying he spoke to the senator for nearly 20 minutes about “IRAN, UKRAINE, the unfolding situation in MAINE, my visit to the TR Presidential Library, and even a little bit of Senate history.” Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., spoke with McConnell on Monday and Tuesday, according to NOTUS, which cited a spokesperson for Thune who said the two “had a lengthy and substantive conversation that covered a variety of topics, including national security.” Reporter Desirée Townsend backed up claim

The uncertainty surrounding McConnell's status could disrupt GOP strategies and influence prediction markets ahead of the 2026 midterms. The post Mitch McConnell reportedly dead, no official confirmation yet appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) says her staff used AI for "spellcheck" in an amendment summary for a major defense bill, but denies it was used for the bill text itself and says "NO Legislation is ever drafted with AI." Luna issued the response after accounts on X began sharing screenshots of an amendment summary for the 2027 National Defense Authorization Act. It reads: "Identical to H.R. 100 (118th Congress).11:25 AM????Claude responded: Requires the Secretary of Defense to designate Department of Defense activities, support, and operations at the southwest land border as a named operation with…" At first, Luna's response seemingly indic … Read the full story at The Verge.

Rep. Thomas Massie's Fed abolition bill is drawing renewed Bitcoin attention because of its link to The Bitcoin Standard.

The bill's introduction highlights growing political interest in alternative monetary systems, potentially influencing future financial policies. The post Thomas Massie introduces bill to end Federal Reserve after reading The Bitcoin Standard appeared first on Crypto Briefing.