Lucas Ropek

Staff Reporter

Lucas Ropek was previously a staff writer at Gizmodo covering cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and cryptocurrency.

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Uber, X And The Free Press Host Inauguration Eve

‘Free Speech’ University in Austin Makes Freshmen Read Palantir CEO’s Deep Thoughts

Sad things are happening in the state of Texas.

Politics Lucas Ropek Sep 8

President Trump Makes Announcement On The Economy

Trump’s New Labor Stats Guy is a Jan 6 ‘Bystander’ Accused of Unhinged Posts

Two different reports claim Trump's new labor statistics guru ran a social media account that routinely posted bigoted content.

Tech News Lucas Ropek Sep 5

Jeffrey Epstein and Donald Trump pose together at the Mar-a-Lago estate, Palm Beach, Florida, 1997.

Top DOJ Official Caught in Catfish Video Claiming Gov Will ‘Redact Every Republican’ From Epstein Files

The White House's least favorite subject just had another viral glowup this week.

Politics Lucas Ropek Sep 5

President Donald Trump at the White House on April 14, 2025.

Do Self-Driving Cars Need Windshield Wipers?

The new rules will take effect next year.

Tech Policy Lucas Ropek Sep 5

Elon Musk listens as reporters ask U.S. President Donald Trump and South Africa President Cyril Ramaphosa questions during a press availability in the Oval Office at the White House on May 21, 2025 in Washington, DC.

Who Owns ‘Telepathy’?

Elon Musk's Neuralink has suffered a setback.

Artificial Intelligence Lucas Ropek Sep 4

President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk speak to the press as they sit in a Tesla vehicle on the South Portico of the White House on March 11, 2025 in Washington, DC.

Elon Musk Denies He Was Snubbed From Guest List at White House AI Event

The billionaire was reportedly not included on an invite list for today's tech soiree.

Artificial Intelligence Lucas Ropek Sep 4

Screenshot from Telegram video of Romana Didulo, the self-proclaimed Queen of Canada, during a police raid.

Canada Raids Compound of QAnon-Inspired Cult Leader, ‘Queen of Canada’

The movement is alleged to have been an offshoot of the QAnon movement.

Crime Lucas Ropek Sep 4

Photo: Spencer Platt

Newsmax Sues Fox News for Having a ‘Monopoly’ on Right-Wing News

A brawl has erupted in the rightwing media ecosystem.

Commerce Lucas Ropek Sep 3

Far-right activist Laura Loomer speaks to the media prior to the beginning of former President Donald Trump's Trial

Top Democrat Says MAGA Influencer Laura Loomer Derailed Classified Meeting

The rightwing influencer continues to brag about her influence over the White House.

Politics Lucas Ropek Sep 3

Demonstration Held In Support Of Gaza And Against Israeli Prime Minister's Comments

Leaked Gaza Plans Show Trump May ‘Relocate’ Palestinians to Build ‘AI-Powered Smart Cities’

One region in the plans is dubbed "The Elon Musk Smart Manufacturing Zone."

Politics Lucas Ropek Sep 3

MrBeast with Thea Booysen

MrBeast’s Wackiest Challenge Yet: Launching a Phone Company

The viral star may be dipping his toe in the telecom business.

Culture Lucas Ropek Sep 3

The Billionaire Sultan Set To Gain Even More Power In Malaysia

Tech Utopians Are Using a Chinese-Built ‘Ghost City’ to Trial Their Network State Fantasies

An abandoned city in Asia is the testbed to launch a new anarcho-capitalist movement.

Tech Policy Lucas Ropek Sep 2

President Donald Trump speaks in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, US, on Friday, Aug. 22, 2025.

Trump’s New Plan for Medicare: Let AI Decide Whether You Should Be Covered or Not

Nice federal government you have there, would be a shame if AI started calling the shots.

Artificial Intelligence Lucas Ropek Aug 30

Use A Vpn To Unblock Whatsapp Calls In Qatar

WhatsApp Just Patched a ‘Zero Click’ Bug Being Used to Hack Apple Users

Bad news, if you're an iPhone owner.

Privacy & Security Lucas Ropek Aug 30

Donald Trump Holds Meetings At Trump Tower

The CDC’s New Acting Director Is a Peter Thiel Pal (and a Total Nightmare)

As America's pivotal health agency descends into chaos, the White House has selected the worst possible person to run it.

Health Lucas Ropek Aug 29

Ftc Chair Andrew Ferguson Interview

Is Gmail Biased Against Republicans? FTC Probes MAGA’s Latest Conspiracy Theory

Republicans are seeking justice for MAGA inboxes.

Politics Lucas Ropek Aug 29

Trump Cracker Barrel

Trump Broke the Barrel

The Cracker Barrel saga nears its dopey, unfortunate conclusion.

Culture Lucas Ropek Aug 29

Campaign Button Badge For Kamala Harris As President

A Small Army of Overpaid TikTokers Is Not Going to Save the Democratic Party

The limits of Democrats' influence are showing.

Social Media Lucas Ropek Aug 28

House Lawmakers Work Towards Electing New Speaker On Capitol Hill

MAGA Puts Wikipedia in Its Crosshairs

Prominent Republicans are trying to fight "bias" online.

Politics Lucas Ropek Aug 28

Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Inc. Executives Testify At Senate Hearing On Drug Prices

MAGA Billionaire’s Favorite New School Does Not Have Teachers, Allows Kids to Earn Money

A training ground for the next generation of capitalists is expanding.

Artificial Intelligence Lucas Ropek Aug 27

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