AI Chatbot for Hiring McDonald’s Workers Exposed Millions of Applicants’ Personal Data

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Security researchers have uncovered glaring vulnerabilities in the “McHire” AI chatbot used by McDonald’s to hire workers, potentially exposing the personal information of approximately 64 million job applicants.

Tom’s Hardware reports that security researchers Ian Carroll and Sam Curry have discovered critical flaws in the McHire chatbot, developed by Paradox.ai for McDonald’s, which could have been exploited to access sensitive data of millions of job applicants. The chatbot, known as Olivia, is reportedly used by 90 percent of McDonald’s franchises in the United States to streamline their hiring processes.

The first vulnerability came to light when the researchers successfully guessed the password used by Paradox team members to access McHire: “123456.” This weak password allowed Carroll and Curry to gain administrator access to a test restaurant within the McHire system. While this initial access only revealed employees of Paradox.ai, it provided valuable insights into the workings of the application.

However, the real concern emerged with the discovery of a second vulnerability. An insecure direct object reference (IDOR) flaw in the McHire API enabled the researchers to access a wealth of personal information from every chat interaction involving individuals who had ever applied for a job at McDonald’s. This exposed data included names, email addresses, phone numbers, addresses, candidacy states, form inputs such as preferred shifts, and even authentication tokens that could be used to log into the consumer UI and view raw chat messages. (Read more from “AI Chatbot for Hiring McDonald’s Workers Exposed Millions of Applicants’ Personal Data” HERE)

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Biden Defends Controversial Autopen Use for Clemency Decisions

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Former President Joe Biden defended his use of an autopen during a recent interview, shedding light on his administration’s rationale for the controversial use of the technology.

The interview with the New York Times was centered around his use of an autopen during the last pardons that he made during the end of his administration.

In his final weeks in office, Biden granted clemency and pardoned more than 1,500 individuals, in what the White House described at the time as the largest single-day act of clemency by a U.S. president.

Speaking to the Times on Thursday, Biden said that he “made every decision” on his own.

However, the Times reported that Biden “did not individually approve each name for the categorical pardons that applied to large numbers of people,” according to the former president and his aides. (Read more from “Biden Defends Controversial Autopen Use for Clemency Decisions” HERE)

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Bongino, Patel Won’t Remain At FBI If Bondi Keeps Job, Source Says

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By Daily Wire. Dan Bongino, the Deputy Director of the FBI, is threatening to leave the bureau if Attorney General Pam Bondi remains on the job, a source close to Bongino tells The Daily Wire.

Bongino is reportedly furious with Attorney General Pam Bondi over her handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files, which has led many to believe he could walk away from the job that he took in February. The source close to Bongino said that he’s effectively issued an ultimatum, saying he won’t work alongside Bondi.

Bongino left a lucrative career in broadcasting to take the job in the Trump administration. He was not present at the FBI on Friday, after a reported spat with the attorney general earlier this week over the Epstein situation.

The rift between Bongino and Bondi intensified on Wednesday, days after the Department of Justice announced there was no evidence to prove that child rapist Jeffrey Epstein had a client list, had blackmailed powerful people, or had been murdered. Bondi had promised to reveal major details in the case five months ago, when there were no massive revelations to bring forward.

The deputy FBI director, who raised questions about Epstein’s death before he was in the Trump administration, said in May that his review of the file and hours of video recording from Epstein’s jail proved that the child abuser committed suicide. FBI Director Kash Patel also said that the evidence the bureau has reviewed shows that Epstein was not murdered.

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FBI Director Kash Patel Also Considering Resigning if Pam Bondi Keeps Her Job, per Report

By Mediaite. FBI Director Kash Patel may reportedly join Deputy Director Dan Bongino in resigning if Attorney General Pam Bondi keeps her job. . .

Not long after that reporting, Olohan added that Patel has joined Bongino in his stand against Bondi.

“Source close to DOJ says Kash Patel also wants Pam Bondi gone, and that he’d consider leaving if Bongino leaves,” Olohan said. “Also that there are more frustrations with other documents Bondi hasn’t released.” (Read more from “FBI Director Kash Patel Also Considering Resigning if Pam Bondi Keeps Her Job, per Report” HERE)

Court Clears Path For Death Penalty Against 9/11 Plotters

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A federal appeals court ruled Friday that the Secretary of Defense can scrap plea agreements shielding three Sept. 11 terrorists from the death penalty, clearing the way for capital punishment.

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit ruled the “sweetheart” deals for Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, Walid Bin Attash, and Mustafa al-Hawsawi — who agreed to plead guilty to war crimes to avoid execution — can be rescinded at the Pentagon’s discretion. The plea agreements were struck in July 2024 during the Biden administration, but then-Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin moved to void them days later. A judge initially ruled in December that Austin acted too late to withdraw the deals.

Judges Patricia Millett and Neomi Rao, who wrote the majority opinion, called it a “rare case” that justified reversing the lower court.

“The government has demonstrated a clear and indisputable right to relief in this case,” they wrote. “The Secretary of Defense had full legal authority to withdraw the Convening Authority’s delegated power over the pretrial agreements. Similarly … no prior performance of promises contained in those agreements prevented the Secretary’s withdrawal.”

In his dissent, Judge Robert Wilkins argued it was not “clear and indisputable” that the lower court erred in blocking Austin’s attempt to scrap the agreements. (Read more from “Court Clears Path For Death Penalty Against 9/11 Plotters” HERE)

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Trump’s Tariffs Deliver: U.S. Posts $27 Billion Budget Surplus

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The U.S. Treasury reported a budget surplus in June, driven in large part by a surge in tariff revenue, thanks to President Donald Trump’s America-first trade policies. The surplus offers a clear reminder that strategic tariffs can strengthen the nation’s bottom line while prioritizing domestic industries and American jobs.

In June, the U.S. Treasury reported a budget surplus of just over $27 billion, a sharp turnaround from the $316 billion deficit recorded in May. The jump in revenue was partly fueled by a rise in tariff collections, helping drive a 13 percent increase in overall receipts compared to the same month last year. Meanwhile, government spending in June fell 7 percent. So far this fiscal year, which ends on September 30, the deficit stands at $1.34 trillion, about 5 percent higher than at the same point last year. However, when accounting for calendar adjustments, the deficit has actually dipped by about 1%. Year-to-date, federal revenues are up 7 percent, while spending has increased by 6 percent. As a result, rising revenue from tariffs is helping to strengthen the government’s financial position.

The U.S. government surprised observers by posting its first budget surplus in over nine years this June, defying expectations of another monthly deficit.

(Read more from “Trump’s Tariffs Deliver: U.S. Posts $27 Billion Budget Surplus” HERE)

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$50K Reward Offered for Man Who Allegedly Fired on Federal Agents at Marijuana Farm in California

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The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Central District of California announced a $50,000 reward for information leading to the conviction of a man who they say fired at federal law enforcement officers near Camarillo, California, this week. Videos captured by a news helicopter’s crew show the man appearing to draw a handgun and fire at federal authorities.

U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli posted the announcement on social media, saying, “FBI has issued a $50,000 award for information leading to the conviction of an Unknown Subject who appeared to fire a pistol at Federal Law Enforcement Officers near Camarillo. The shooting occurred on 7/10/25 at approximately 2:26pm on Laguna Rd between Wood Rd and Las Posas Rd.”

An ABC7 News helicopter aircrew captured video of the unknown assailant fleeing from law enforcement. He appears to pull a handgun and fire it multiple times in the direction of the police.

According to ABC7 Eyewitness News, Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents carried out a workplace enforcement operation at the Glass House Farms facility near Camarillo. Border Patrol agents served a warrant on what is described as the world’s largest cannabis growing operation. ICE agents and National Guard soldiers participated in the operation.

(Read more from “$50K Reward Offered for Man Who Allegedly Fired on Federal Agents at Marijuana Farm in California” HERE)

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GOP Election Observer Didn’t Wear Mask — Now Faces Jail, Targeted by Anti‑MAGA DA Who Smears Trump Voters as ‘Racist Bullies’

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A Republican election observer in the state of Washington declined to wear a face mask while inside a ballot count room in November 2024. Now, the GOP election observer has been hit with a felony conviction and faces jail time.

Tim Hazelo — a Navy veteran and the former chairman of the Island County Republican Party — was observing ballot counting on Nov. 4, 2024. Hazelo chose not to wear a face mask inside the ballot count room.

Island County Auditor Sheilah Crider established a mask mandate in certain parts of the county elections office. Crider previously told KOMO-TV that she established the mask mandate because 50% of the staff tested positive for COVID-19 during the August 2024 primary.

KOMO recently reported that those who did not want to wear a mask could still observe the ballot counting from the hallway, but “some have said their view was obstructed from that vantage point.”

Hazelo was reportedly asked to wear a mask, relocate to the hallway, or leave the premises. Hazelo apparently refused to wear a face mask, and he was escorted out of the building by two police officers. (Read more from “GOP Election Observer Didn’t Wear Mask — Now Faces Jail, Targeted by Anti‑MAGA DA Who Smears Trump Voters as ‘Racist Bullies’” HERE)

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Trump Visits Texas Flood Zone, Pledges Strong Federal Support Amid Tragic Losses

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In the wake of the devastating floods that tragically claimed at least 120 lives, including children, President Donald Trump took action by meeting with Texas officials and first responders on the ground. Demonstrating strong leadership in a time of crisis, Trump’s presence underscores the importance of federal support and cooperation with local authorities to ensure effective relief efforts.

On Friday, President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump traveled to Kerrville, Texas, to meet with first responders and officials following devastating Independence Day floods. He praised their talent and big hearts, saying, “It’s amazing what you’re doing.”

Trump shared why he feels it’s important to personally visit disaster areas, saying, “I like to do it… I believe as President, it’s my duty to be there. I’ve done it many times before, but this is one of the worst situations I’ve witnessed.”

(Read more from “Trump Visits Texas Flood Zone, Pledges Strong Federal Support Amid Tragic Losses” HERE)

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Netanyahu: Israel’s ‘Never Had Such a Friend’ as Trump

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During an interview aired on Thursday’s broadcast of Newsmax TV’s “The Record,” Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that “We’ve never had such a friend, such a supporter of Israel, the Jewish state in the White House” than President Donald Trump and the actions against Iran’s nuclear program are an example of “what happens when there’s no daylight between an American president and an Israeli prime minister.”

Host Greta Van Susteren asked, “You have been Prime Minister through a lot of presidents, President Clinton, President Bush, President Obama, President Biden, President Trump now. Is it different for you, personally? Is it different for Israel?”

(Read more from “Netanyahu: Israel’s ‘Never Had Such a Friend’ as Trump” HERE)

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Trump Admin Ends Taxpayer Subsidies For Illegal Aliens

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The departments of Health and Human Services (HHS), Education, Agriculture, Labor, and Justice are ending illegal aliens’ abilities to leech off the American taxpayer by taking advantage of federal programs.

The departments announced on Thursday that illegals will no longer be able to access the government programs, as they have been able to do since the Clinton administration. The Trump administration made the move to “ensure that taxpayer-funded program benefits intended for the American people are not diverted to subsidize illegal aliens,” HHS said in its announcement.

In doing so, the federal government rescinded a 1997 Dear Colleague letter that exempted such programs from being subject to the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act (PRWORA), which limits “federal public benefits” to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and some “qualified aliens.”

The Education Department said that the Clinton-era letter “mischaracterized the law by creating artificial distinctions between federal benefit programs based upon the method of assistance.”

The move brings various programs in line with an executive order signed by President Donald Trump called “Ending Taxpayer Subsidization of Open Borders.” (Read more from “Trump Admin Ends Taxpayer Subsidies For Illegal Aliens” HERE)

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