Former NFL agent Ben Dogra criticized the NCAA's handling of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals in college sports, stating the organization is "clearly" not doing its job, according to Fox News. This comes as Google employees are demanding the company cut ties with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), as reported by the BBC, and voluntary student loan repayments are rising in England, also according to the BBC. Additionally, new documents released by the Justice Department reveal Ghislaine Maxwell's role in supporting the Clinton Global Initiative, as reported by the New York Times, while the same publication also noted a rare instance of former President Trump facing pushback for a controversial online post.
Dogra, speaking to Fox News Digital, expressed concerns about the NCAA's ability to regulate itself, suggesting that Congress might need to intervene. He noted the rapid pace of player and coach movement in college sports, fueled by NIL deals. The former agent stated, "I always think less government is better. You shouldn't have government involved unless you need it. I don't think they should be involved. But who's going to be involved? The NCAA clearly isn't doing [its job]."
Meanwhile, Google employees are pushing for greater transparency regarding the company's technology use within the U.S. government, particularly in relation to immigration enforcement. An open letter signed by nearly 900 full-time Google employees, published on Friday, demanded more information about the company's contracts with federal agencies. A Google employee of seven years, speaking after the letter's publication, found it "mind-boggling" that the company was maintaining its ties with immigration enforcement, according to the BBC.
In other news, voluntary student loan repayments are increasing in England. Luke England, who left university with nearly £20,000 in debt, is making extra payments to clear his loan faster. He stated, "There's a hundred other things that I could put that money to... By deciding to add voluntary payments, I can look to clear the debt within six years," according to the BBC.
The New York Times reported that newly released documents revealed Ghislaine Maxwell's substantial role in supporting the Clinton Global Initiative. The documents showed that Maxwell participated in budget discussions, addressed challenges with Clinton aides and Publicis Groupe, and arranged to wire $1 million to pay Publicis for its work on the project. The source of the money remains unclear.
Finally, the New York Times also reported on a rare instance where former President Trump faced criticism for a controversial online post. The White House response to a racist video clip of the Obamas showed the administration realizing its usual reactions to criticism would not work.
Discussion
AI Experts & Community
Be the first to comment