Air Force One Security: Reports say President Trump swapped from the new Qatar-gifted Air Force One back to an older jet after questions about whether the retrofitted plane has the same missile detection and countermeasure systems, with the Secret Service reportedly urging the change amid renewed Iran-related threats. North Dakota AI Policy: A new state committee studying AI and data centers set its first Bismarck meeting for Wednesday, with lawmakers hearing how other states regulate AI and how data centers tie into North Dakota’s energy sector. Cash App Crackdown: Multistate attorneys general announced a $45 million settlement with Block over Cash App deceptive practices and fraud protections, part of a broader push to curb financial scams. SNAP Funding Shift: Federal SNAP changes starting fall 2027 could force states to pay billions based on payment error rates, raising fears more North Dakotans (and others) could lose benefits. Ethics Commission Appointment: West Fargo attorney Lisa Edison-Smith was appointed to the North Dakota Ethics Commission to fill a retiring member’s term. UAS Council Partner: Grand Forks marketing firm Ad Monkeys joined the North Dakota UAS Council to help translate aerospace growth into public-facing messaging. Public Health Grants: INSPIRITUS Community Health Foundation opened applications for its 2026-27 grant cycle, seeking nonprofit and government partners across 11 North Dakota counties. State Government Leadership: Parks and Recreation director Cody Schulz is set to leave Aug. 17 to become chief financial officer at the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.