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Protesters interrupted a Capitol Hill budget hearing as Russell Vought testified about the administration’s funding plan.
Activists condemned Pepfar cuts, arguing they would delay or block HIV programs and harm people in the field.
The hearing paused twice as activists demanded Pepfar funding be protected from cuts.
Advocates cited GAO findings and warned of potential preventable deaths if funds are impounded or reduced.
Vought asserted he complied with the law while criticizing the Impoundment Control Act.
Activists carried signs reading ‘Protect Pepfar from Vought’ and chanted sequencing demands.
Six protesters were arrested as the disruption continued nearby.
Media notes the protests reflected broader concerns about global health funding under the Trump administration.
Observers said the hearing marked a clash between Congress oversight and budget policy priorities.
The hearing occurred as lawmakers debated funding for Pepfar in fiscal year 2027 and global health spending levels.

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The White House is reportedly preparing for U.S. agencies to access Anthropic’s Mythos AI, a cybersecurity-focused model.
Bloomberg cited an Office of Management and Budget CIO briefing officials on the plan for Mythos access.
The development follows ongoing debates over AI risk and security in federal technology policy.
Mythos is positioned as a tool for government cybersecurity tasks within the broader AI governance conversation.
The report underscores the White House’s interest in harnessing advanced AI for public sector security functions.
Verge coverage notes the broader federal AI policy implications of deploying Mythos across agencies.
The timeline suggests steps toward pilot or phased access for selected agencies.
Anthropic’s Mythos is described as a cybersecurity-focused AI model in official briefings.
Analysts note this move may shape procurement and governance around AI in the public sector.
This story was reported by Bloomberg and summarized by The Verge as part of ongoing AI policy coverage.

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