United States — United States Department of Commerce & JD Vance

United States — United States Department of Commerce: The United States — United States Department of Commerce issued the export control directive to Anthropic, enforcing the ban on foreign access to Claude Mythos and Myth. This action is a key part of the United States government's regulatory efforts.

JD Vance: US Vice President JD Vance was 'alarmed' by the capabilities of models like Mythos, contributing to the regulatory push for AI safety.

United States — United States Department of Commerce: The United States — United States Department of Commerce reported a slowdown in retail sales in April, with higher gas prices fueled by the Iran war meaning less money for nonessential goods.

JD Vance: JD Vance, the Vice President, defended Donald Trump's remarks as a 'misrepresentation' and faulted the Biden administration for the inflation problem, despite the current inflation rate being higher than when Donald Trump took office.