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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

Andrew asked his personal assistant to book him a spot in one of his gym's coveted morning classes.

It was a task he thought was well suited to this particular assistant because the booking form was online and because his assistant was not a person --- it was artificial intelligence (AI). 

But Andrew was shocked by what happened next. 

His AI assistant found a way to book the gym class months further in advance than the gym allowed, thanks to a vulnerability it discovered in the booking software.

Then it went further, kicking someone out of the waiting list who was ahead of Andrew --- some

AIID editor's note: Please consult the full Reddit thread for Hank Green's response (as ecogeek), which provides important context for understanding how the AI-generated image came to be used in the video.

EDIT: Hank has removed the image from the video, so it no longer shows up at the stated timestamp.

A diagram Hank used in his new video "You Have Never Seen a Normal Star" looks to be AI generated (shown at 7:01). A few indications being the faint dark pattern/texture around the tops and sides of the spheres, the "SMALL SPHERE INSIDE LAR

Suspects who defrauded 33 people out of approximately 15 million Turkish Lira using AI-generated videos were apprehended in Yozgat.

According to the information obtained, the Yozgat Police Department's Anti-Smuggling and Organized Crime teams, in simultaneous operations conducted in Yozgat, Antalya, Hatay, and Ankara, apprehended 9 suspects who defrauded approximately 33 people and obtained 15 million Turkish Lira in illicit gains using AI-generated videos.

As part of the investigation centered in Yozgat, 6 of the suspects detained in Antalya, Hatay, and Ankara were arrested and sent to prison by the court, while 3 were released under judicial supervision.

HUGE INCREASE IN AI-POWERED SCAMS

The British banking association UK Finance reported a massive increase in investment scams, particularly those using "deepfakes" (https://www.ntv.com.tr/teknoloji/yapay-zeka-destekli-dolandiricilik-rekor-seviyelerde,12uvxZefHEWUF3J-WYRzEA), and scams promising romantic relationships by 2025.

It was noted that it is often almost impossible for victims to determine whether AI is behind the scam, and that as AI tools become cheaper and more easily accessible, scammers are incorporating this technology into their daily activities.

In many cases, scammers impersonate well-known financial experts or public figures in AI-generated "deepfake" videos, offering fake cryptocurrency or stock market advice. However, there has also been a significant increase in cases of fraud with a romantic relationship theme.

According to a White House official who spoke to Türkiye Today, Melih Göğebakan, accused of visa fraud in the US, was apprehended in an operation on July 28.

Melih Göğebakan, a Turkish citizen who claimed to be a political advisor to US President Donald Trump, was detained in a joint operation by the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the US Secret Service.

According to a White House official who spoke to Türkiye Today, Göğebakan was apprehended as part of a "targeted operation" on July 28.

It was reported that Göğebakan is currently being held at the Delaney Hall detention center in Newark, New Jersey, awaiting the outcome of his deportation process.

He Remained in the US Without Permission for Approximately 7 Years

According to information provided by the White House, Göğebakan legally entered the US on June 11, 2019, and was permitted to remain in the country until December 10, 2019. However, he did not leave the US on that date and continued to live in the country without legal status for approximately seven years.

This information creates a striking contradiction with Göğebakan's social media posts.

In photos he published on Facebook, Göğebakan is seen on the White House grounds with an access card resembling a visitor or press pass. In his posts, he claims to have worked for the Trump administration and spent days inside the White House.

It is stated that these photos were published more than six years after Göğebakan's legal stay in the US expired.

Türkiye Today asked the White House how a person without legal status could enter the premises with a visible access card, and whether these cards were reviewed and revoked. However, they received no answer.

Göğebakan claimed in Facebook posts from the White House that he had worked intensively within the complex for three days, announcing that preparations were being made for a Trump press conference, and tagged the official social media accounts of the White House and the US Presidency in his posts.

In a LinkedIn image, described as AI-generated, he showed himself alongside Eric Trump, promoting the Trump Hotel project in Dubai.

The involvement of the Secret Service in the operation drew attention: What was the reason?

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The involvement of both ICE and the US Secret Service in Göğebakan's arrest led to speculation that the incident may not be limited to a visa violation.

A White House official stated, "On July 28, ICE and the US Secret Service conducted a targeted operation to apprehend Melih Göğebakan."

The official also stated that Göğebakan will fully benefit from the legal process and will remain under ICE custody until deportation proceedings are finalized.

The U.S. Secret Service, in addition to its duty to protect the president and other high-ranking officials, also has the authority to investigate certain financial crimes and fraud cases. The agency is particularly involved in investigations where the identity of the president or federal authorities has been misused for financial gain.

ICE and the Secret Service have previously conducted joint operations in fraud investigations where their areas of responsibility intersect. In May 2025, the two agencies worked together in a large-scale operation targeting e-social assistance fraud in Los Angeles.

However, there are no publicly disclosed fraud or impersonation charges against Göğebakan by U.S. authorities so far. Therefore, it is not yet clear which specific investigation led to the Secret Service's participation in the operation.

He created the impression of being an influential figure within Trump's inner circle.

It is noted that Göğebakan has built a detailed public profile over the years through LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

It is alleged that on his social media accounts, he presents himself as the communications director for Trump media and the Trump Organization, the international media coordinator for the Trump Hotel Dubai, and an influential Washington-based figure with direct access to the US President.

While his LinkedIn account is said to be linked to a company registered in New York under the name "Usa Melih LLC," Turkish media claims that Göğebakan, while presenting himself as a politically influential figure, was actually working as an Uber driver.

Allegations of charging $3,000 per person for E-2 visas

One of the most serious allegations against Göğebakan concerns fraudulent activities allegedly conducted through the E-2 visa program, which allows individuals to invest in the US.

According to Turkish victims, Göğebakan used this identity to contact Turkish citizens seeking E-2 investor visas. He allegedly charged applicants $3,000 per person and claimed he would handle the process through an American immigration lawyer named "Martin."

However, it is claimed that none of the victims' applications were ever submitted. According to reports in the Turkish press, the victims are preparing to initiate legal proceedings both in Türkiye and the United States.

It is also alleged that Göğebakan used official-looking documents bearing US Congressional letterhead and photographs taken with Turkish politicians and diplomats to gain credibility.

Among the photographs Göğebakan showed to potential victims was one with former Interior Minister Süleyman Soylu. Soylu, however, stated that he had no connection to the incident.