Mackenzie Weinger

@axios senior policy editor | former @nationaljournal managing editor | @ucsantabarbara & @warstudies alum | history, art & LA sports

[Ashley Gold @ashleyrgold]

It's August recess which means it's the perfect time to catch up on what's going on w/ tech policy in the EU, UK, and Canada! I give ya a full deep dive here: https://t.co/YnpKPafAbw

[Maria Curi @m_ccuri]

For our first August deep dive into tech issues, I looked into how funding the National Science Foundation is playing out and the importance of diversifying STEM:

https://t.co/F3nFyLsdxA

[Maria Curi @m_ccuri]

LGBTQ+ advocacy and digital rights groups have been quick to warn that efforts to protect minors online could cut off vital resources and put marginalized groups in danger. Now, some are warming up to proposals as refinements are made.

w/@ashleyrgold

https://t.co/jrWrJXs7CW

[Maria Curi @m_ccuri]

The House Science Committee is holding a hearing on National Quantum Initiative Act reauthorization this morning. Here's a preview of what panel leaders want in the bill: https://t.co/mwntlEukNE

[Ashley Gold @ashleyrgold]

Today's issue of @axios Tech Policy Pro is stacked:
🎼 Generative AI vs. music + copyright is heating up: we tell you some of the major players involved + why it's a "Napster Moment" for the music industry
🏛️ @SenatorBennet re-ups digital platform agency bill

[Ashley Gold @ashleyrgold]

NEW exit interview w/ @davidcicilline from me: some highlights... https://t.co/UwCehbAQdn

[Maria Curi @m_ccuri]

Scoop: Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt seriously considered exploring new political advertising AI tools to help Democrats win but decided against it.

The $1M proposal aimed to have at least 3 technical teams develop the tools and test them in 2024.

https://t.co/B1LpFgQPAj

[Maria Curi @m_ccuri]

Warner and Thune have been busy responding to Restrict Act concerns ahead of any markup, including U.S. operations in China being subject to review, an overly broad list of covered transactions, and potential retaliation from Beijing.
w/@ashleyrgold
https://t.co/yvfjprpsd1

[Ashley Gold @ashleyrgold]

Another newsy issue of @AxiosPro Tech Policy is out!
🇪🇺 I break down everything going on in the EU right now that impacts tech (its a LOT)
💻 Exclusive new study about youth encountering sexual exploitation online by @m_ccuri
https://t.co/N8fns6B3BV

[Axios Pro @AxiosPro]

Scoop: Chuck Schumer is looking to bring several bills focused on kids’ online safety to the Senate floor in the coming months, sources tell Axios.

https://t.co/hCrGyRmoHa

[Maria Curi @m_ccuri]

DOJ's second highest ranking official will meet with Google, Meta, and Snapchat tomorrow to discuss the illegal sale of drugs on the platforms. Reddit has also been invited.
https://t.co/FlrjcaumyP

[Peter Sullivan @PeterSullivan4]

NEWS: Schumer is in talks with committees on bringing a health care package to the floor as soon as May

Not finalized but cld include:
--$35 insulin in private market
--Cantwell-Grassley PBM bill
--Judiciary drug price/patent bills
Hope is to get 60 votes
https://t.co/EAW1I5tGUy

[Maya Goldman @mayagoldman_]

.@RepRobinKelly is on a mission to improve maternal outcomes in the United States:
https://t.co/f1iyLWeSPn

[Ashley Gold @ashleyrgold]

We launched @axios pro tech policy tonight! Great crowd and great convo about Elon Musk, children’s online privacy, digital equity and the Red Sox w/ @SenMarkey.

[Ashley Gold @ashleyrgold]

NEW from our newsletter today: Who's schooling Congress on AI w/ @m_ccuri https://t.co/p9tii78kTw

[Sara Fischer @sarafischer]

Happy launch day to @ashleyrgold @m_ccuri @mweinger
Subscribe to @AxiosPro Tech Policy to read today's 1 big thing: 👑 Content is king
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[Maria Curi @m_ccuri]

Congress plots next steps post-TikTok hearing:
https://t.co/RTaCNOFVy5

[Ashley Gold @ashleyrgold]

It’s official! We launch next week. I’m excited to take on this new project with @m_ccuri. If you’re looking for original tech policy reporting that won’t waste your time (w/ too much copy OR unimportant news), you’ve got to subscribe.

[Oriana González @ReporterOriana]

MTG has reintroduced a gender-affirming care ban for trans youth. The bill is likely to die in the Senate, but if it gets a House vote, it sets the stage for Republicans to take a national stance on gender-affirming care.

@mayagoldman_ @victoriaregisk
https://t.co/f6xT7GWTPZ

[Ashley Gold @ashleyrgold]

Our first Axios Pro Tech Policy preview is here! Antitrust news + analysis from me and a sprinkling of telecom from @m_ccuri: https://t.co/chRI2av3On