GOT HTTPS? DeepSeek iOS app sends data unencrypted to ByteDance-controlled servers Apple's defenses that protect data from being sent in the clear are globally disabled. Dan Goodin Feb 6, 2025 5:06 pm | 35 Credit: Getty Images Credit: Getty Images Story textSizeSmallStandardLargeWidth *StandardWideLinksStandardOrange* Subscribers only Learn moreA little over two weeks ago, a largely unknown China-based company named DeepSeek stunned the AI world with the release of an open source AI chatbot that had simulated reasoning capabilities that were largely on par with those from market leader OpenAI. Within days, the DeepSeek AI assistant app climbed to the top of the iPhone App Store's "Free Apps" category, overtaking ChatGPT.On Thursday, mobile security company NowSecure reported that the app sends sensitive data over unencrypted channels, making the data readable to anyone who can monitor the traffic. More sophisticated attackers could also tamper with the data while it's in transit. Apple strongly encourages iPhone and iPad developers to enforce encryption of data sent over the wire using ATS (App Transport Security). For unknown reasons, that protection is globally disabled in the app, NowSecure said.Basic security protections MIAWhats more, the data is sent to servers that are controlled by ByteDance, the Chinese company that owns TikTok. While some of that data is properly encrypted using transport layer security, once it's decrypted on the ByteDance-controlled servers, it can be cross-referenced with user data collected elsewhere to identify specific users and potentially track queries and other usage.More technically, the DeepSeek AI chatbot uses an open weights simulated reasoning model. Its performance is largely comparable with OpenAI's o1 simulated reasoning (SR) model on several math and coding benchmarks. The feat, which largely took AI industry watchers by surprise, was all the more stunning because DeepSeek reported spending only a small fraction on it compared with the amount OpenAI spent.A NowSecure audit of the app has found other behaviors that researchers found potentially concerning. For instance, the app uses a symmetric encryption scheme known as 3DES or triple DES. The scheme was deprecated by NIST following research in 2016 that showed it could be broken in practical attacks to decrypt web and VPN traffic. Another concern is that the symmetric keys, which are identical for every iOS user, are hardcoded into the app and stored on the device.The app is not equipped or willing to provide basic security protections of your data and identity, NowSecure co-founder Andrew Hoog told Ars. There are fundamental security practices that are not being observed, either intentionally or unintentionally. In the end, it puts your and your companys data and identity at risk.Hoog said the audit is not yet complete, so there are many questions and details left unanswered or unclear. He said the findings were concerning enough that NowSecure wanted to disclose what is currently known without delay.In a report, he wrote:NowSecure recommends that organizations remove the DeepSeek iOS mobile app from their environment (managed and BYOD deployments) due to privacy and security risks, such as:Privacy issues due to insecure data transmissionVulnerability issues due to hardcoded keysData sharing with third parties such as ByteDanceData analysis and storage in ChinaHoog added that the DeepSeek app for Android is even less secure than its iOS counterpart and should also be removed.Representatives for both DeepSeek and Apple didnt respond to an email seeking comment.Data sent entirely in the clear occurs during the initial registration of the app, including:organization idthe version of the software development kit used to create the appuser OS versionlanguage selected in the configurationApple strongly encourages developers to implement ATS to ensure the apps they submit don't transmit any data insecurely over HTTP channels. For reasons that Apple hasn't explained publicly, Hoog said, this protection isn't mandatory. DeepSeek has yet to explain why ATS is globally disabled in the app or why it uses no encryption when sending this information over the wire.This data, along with a mix of other encrypted information, is sent to DeepSeek over infrastructure provided by Volcengine a cloud platform developed by ByteDance. While the IP address the app connects to geo-locates to the US and is owned by US-based telecom Level 3 Communications, the DeepSeek privacy policy makes clear that the company "store[s] the data we collect in secure servers located in the People's Republic of China." The policy further states that DeepSeek:may access, preserve, and share the information described in "What Information We Collect" with law enforcement agencies, public authorities, copyright holders, or other third parties if we have good faith belief that it is necessary to: comply with applicable law, legal process or government requests, as consistent with internationally recognised standards.NowSecure still doesn't know precisely the purpose of the app's use of 3DES encryption functions. The fact that the key is hardcoded into the app, however, is a major security failure that's been recognized for more than a decade when building encryption into software.No good reasonNowSecures Thursday report adds to growing list of safety and privacy concerns that have already been reported by others.One was the terms spelled out in the above-mentioned privacy policy. Another came last week in a report from researchers at Cisco and the University of Pennsylvania. It found that the DeepSeek R1, the simulated reasoning model, exhibited a 100 percent attack failure rate against 50 malicious prompts designed to generate toxic content.A third concern is research from security firm Wiz that uncovered a publicly accessible, fully controllable database belonging to DeepSeek. It contained more than 1 million instances of "chat history, backend data, and sensitive information, including log streams, API secrets, and operational details," Wiz reported. An open web interface also allowed for full database control and privilege escalation, with internal API endpoints and keys available through the interface and common URL parameters.Thomas Reed, staff product manager for Mac endpoint detection and response at security firm Huntress, and an expert in iOS security, said he found NowSecures findings concerning.ATS being disabled is generally a bad idea, he wrote in an online interview. That essentially allows the app to communicate via insecure protocols, like HTTP. Apple does allow it, and Im sure other apps probably do it, but they shouldnt. Theres no good reason for this in this day and age.He added: Even if they were to secure the communications, Id still be extremely unwilling to send any remotely sensitive data that will end up on a server that the government of China could get access to.HD Moore, founder and CEO of runZero, said he was less concerned about ByteDance or other Chinese companies having access to data.The unencrypted HTTP endpoints are inexcusable, he wrote. You would expect the mobile app and their framework partners (ByteDance, Volcengine, etc) to hoover device data, just like anything elsebut the HTTP endpoints expose data to anyone in the network path, not just the vendor and their partners.On Thursday, US lawmakers began pushing to immediately ban DeepSeek from all government devices, citing national security concerns that the Chinese Communist Party may have built a backdoor into the service to access Americans' sensitive private data. If passed, DeepSeek could be banned within 60 days.This story was updated to add further examples of security concerns regarding DeepSeek.Dan GoodinSenior Security EditorDan GoodinSenior Security Editor Dan Goodin is Senior Security Editor at Ars Technica, where he oversees coverage of malware, computer espionage, botnets, hardware hacking, encryption, and passwords. In his spare time, he enjoys gardening, cooking, and following the independent music scene. Dan is based in San Francisco. 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Subscribe to Nintendo Life on YouTube795kMultiple third-party video game giants have commented on the Switch 2 since its official announcement, and now Take-Two Interactive has voiced its support.During a call with investors, the company's CEO Strauss Zelnick referenced Take-Two's "long-standing relationship with Nintendo" and while there's "nothing specific to report" at this stage, it sounds very promising as we get closer to the release of the next-generation hybrid hardware:Strauss Zelnick: Weve had a longstanding relationship with Nintendo and weve supported the platform when it made sense for the individual release. There was a time when Nintendo platforms were really geared at younger audiences and that was reflected in our release schedule. Now with today Switch and potentially Switch 2, the Switch device can support any audience. As you may have noticed, Civilization 7 is now available on Switch. While we have nothing specific to report, we actually would fully expect to support Switch.Subscribe to Nintendo Life on YouTube795kWatch on YouTube As referenced, Civilization VII launches this month on the Switch - so this appears to be enough evidence of Take-Two's ongoing support of Nintendo's platforms.Take-Two is also the same company behind Rockstar (Grand Theft Auto), 2K (Borderlands), and the mobile developer Zynga (Star Wars: Hunters). Apart from Civilization, during the Switch generation we've seen titles like the Grand Theft Auto Trilogy and the Borderlands Legendary Collection.According to Take-Two's latest update, GTA VI is also still on track for a Fall 2025 release. These comments from Strauss Zelnick follow EA's CEO Andrew Wilson voicing support for Nintendo's upcoming system. But remain tight-lipped otherwiseNew entry launches this month"It gives us the ability to access and acquire new players"Push SquareTake-Two confident GTA 6 will launch this yearWhat games from Take-Two's library would you like to see on Nintendo's Switch successor? Let us know in the comments.[source nintendoeverything.com]Related GamesSee AlsoShare:00 Liam is a news writer and reviewer for Nintendo Life and Pure Xbox. He's been writing about games for more than 15 years and is a lifelong fan of Mario and Master Chief. Hold on there, you need to login to post a comment...Related ArticlesNintendo Reconfirms Release Windows For Major Upcoming Switch Games... and the Switch 2!Ex-PlayStation Boss On Switch 2's Name: Nintendo Created So Much "Brand Value""Why would you mess with that?"Rumour: Switch 2 Game Cases Might Take Up More Space On Your ShelfHere's how they could compare to the current Switch cases"Nintendo Is Probably The Easiest To Scam" - Devs Discuss The Current State Of The eShopThe rise of "eSlop"PlatinumGames Wipes Several Games From Its Website's PortfolioIncluding Star Fox Zero and 'Project G.G.'

Image: SEGAIn some surprise news in the land of Puyo Puyo, it's today been announced the Switch eShop release Puyo Puyo Champions will be getting a hard copy here in the west.Pre-orders for this new physical release will be distributed by Limited Run Games, with orders opening on Valentine's Day (14th February) and closing on 17th March. There's the standard edition for $34.99 USD (or your regional equivalent) or the Classic Edition featuring a game case, double-sided poster and soundtrack for $64.99 USD.Subscribe to Nintendo Life on YouTube795kWatch on YouTube The estimated shipping date of the standard edition of Puyo Puyo Champions is 24th - 31st July 2025.Image: SEGAWhen this game first dropped locally on the Switch in 2019, we called it a "fine puzzler" even if it was missing some content - awarding it seven out of ten stars:"Puyo Puyo Champions ably covers the essentials of the series at a great price point. The inclusion of the Fever ruleset provides something of interest for veteran players and the most enthusiastic of new fans created by Puyo Puyo Tetris, and should be at least considered for any party game library. However, the lack of other single or multiplayer modes or a real tutorial make this less of a definitive entry-point or second helping for newly created casual fans than it perhaps could be."And if you don't want to wait for a physical release, this game is currently on sale on the eShop for just $1.99 USD. It's normally priced at $9.99 / 7.99. No time for losers?Will you be adding this one to your physical library? Let us know in the comments.[source limitedrungames.com]Related GamesSee AlsoShare:00 Liam is a news writer and reviewer for Nintendo Life and Pure Xbox. He's been writing about games for more than 15 years and is a lifelong fan of Mario and Master Chief. Hold on there, you need to login to post a comment...Related Articles69 Games You Should Pick Up In Nintendo's 'Supercharge' eShop Sale (North America)Every game we scored 9/10 or higherNintendo Reconfirms Release Windows For Major Upcoming Switch Games... and the Switch 2!Ex-PlayStation Boss On Switch 2's Name: Nintendo Created So Much "Brand Value""Why would you mess with that?"Rumour: Switch 2 Game Cases Might Take Up More Space On Your ShelfHere's how they could compare to the current Switch casesJapan's Switch eShop Will Soon No Longer Accept Overseas Payment MethodsChange will come into effect in March

Mini CrosswordNYTIn case you missed Thursdays NYT Mini, you can find the answers here:The NYT Mini is a quick and dirty version of the newspaper's larger and long-running crossword. Most days, there are between three and five clues in each direction on a five by five grid, but the puzzles are sometimes larger, especially on Saturdays.Unlike its larger sibling, the NYT Mini crossword is free to play on the New York Times website or NYT Games app. However, youll need an NYT Games subscription to access previous puzzles in the archives.The NYT Mini is a fun daily distraction that usually takes no time at all. I try to beat the standard weekday grid in less than a minute. But sometimes I can't quite figure out one or two clues and need to reveal the answer.To help you avoid doing that, here are the NYT Mini Crossword answers (spoilers lie ahead, of course):MORE FOR YOUNYT Mini Crossword Clues And AnswersACROSS1) "Be quiet!" - SHUSH 6) Knights weapon - LANCE 7) Senior figure - ELDER 8) "In any ___ ..." - EVENT 9) "Emilia ___" (2024 film with the most Oscar nominations) - PEREZDOWN1) What newborns do for much of the day - SLEEP 2) Cut in two - HALVE 3) What "U" stands for in "O/U" - UNDER 4) Acting class assignment - SCENE 5) Standard unit of frequency - HERTZMiniNYTAnother full five by five puzzle today, which I actually find easier than most. That said, I got a few wrong to mess things like like SWORD instead of LANCE , and then I thought SHUSH was literally just going to be SHHHH. And it seems I cannot even escape Emilia Perez in the NYT Mini, genuinely one of the most baffling Oscar-nominated movies I have ever seen, now embroiled in controversey because of its star.Follow me , and .Pick up my sci-fi novels the and

Digital transformation.gettyIt has been over a year since Broadcom finalized its $61 billion acquisition of VMware, and the aftershocks are still rippling across the IT landscape. Once the gold standard for enterprise virtualization, VMware is now at the center of a mass exodus. Customers are scrambling for VMware alternatives or reluctantly accepting Broadcoms new rules.Between steep price hikes, mandatory long-term contracts, and a shrinking partner ecosystem, VMware customers face tough choices. Some are doubling down and paying up, while others are plotting their escape.Despite an unhappy VMware customer base, Broadcom is thriving. In its most recent earnings, the company posted record revenues of $51.6 billion, with $2.7 billion coming from software sales. Broadcom is betting that, despite rising costs, enterprises will still choose VMware over competing solutions.However, that gamble is far from certain, with mounting competition from alternative hypervisors, open-source platforms, and public-cloud specific solutions.For enterprises navigating this uncertainty, the challenge isnt just finding a replacement for VMware. IT shops of all sizes see Broadcoms actions as an opportunity to rethink their approach to virtualization, cloud strategy, and IT modernization.The Growing Demand for VMware AlternativesFor many VMware customers, the shift isnt just about cost its about risk. Broadcoms moves over the past year have raised concerns among IT leaders that they may soon face fewer choices and diminishing support.Recent high-profile migrations and analyst recommendations highlight the growing demand for alternatives:Rackspace is testing a migration of 3,000 VMs away from VMware to explore whether an alternative private cloud solution can replace it.Beeks Group has begun moving more than 20,000 virtual machines away from VMware, citing a tenfold increase in its VMware license renewal costs as a key motivator.Gartner warns that migration wont be easyor cheapbut it may be the only viable move for organizations wary of long-term uncertainty.These are not isolated cases. Search interest in VMware alternatives has surged, and analyst firms are fielding more inquiries from businesses evaluating migration strategies.Recent urveys from Civo and CloudBold indicate that over half of VMware customers are actively exploring alternative solutions. The biggest drivers are rising costs, restrictive licensing, and the fear of vendor lock-in under Broadcom's control.However, moving away from VMware is no simple task. Enterprises must weigh migration complexity, integration challenges, and the long-term viability of their chosen alternative. The decision isnt just about cost savings its about aligning IT strategy with the future of hybrid cloud, containerization, and AI-driven workloads.Top Alternatives to VMwareNot every VMware customer needs to migrate, and those satisfied with Broadcoms platform may opt to stay. However, for organizations exploring alternatives, several strong contenders offer unique advantages:Public Cloud Providers: CSPs like AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud all offer scalability and automation but come with vendor lock-in risks and migration complexity. They are best suited for organizations prioritizing cloud-native modernization over traditional virtualization.Microsoft Hyper-V & Azure Stack HCI: These are ideal for businesses already invested in the Microsoft ecosystem. However, Hyper-V's feature set does not fully match VMware's, and Azure Stack HCI's hardware requirements may be a limiting factor.Red Hat OpenShift Virtualization: Appeals to organizations embracing containers and Kubernetes. While powerful, the learning curve and migration complexity may deter traditional virtualization users.Nutanix Cloud Infrastructure: The closest direct alternative to VMware, Nutanix provides a salutation based on a hyperconverged architecture that simplifies migration and hybrid-cloud operations. Its support for both traditional and modern IT architectures, along with deep collaborations with OEMs like Dell Technologies, make it a preferred choice for enterprises seeking a smooth transition and future-proof investment.Unlike past IT disruptions, where a single dominant player emerged, this transition may lead to a more diversified market, with different solutions catering to specific business needs.Analysts TakeVMware dominated enterprise virtualization for years, deeply embedding itself into IT operations. While hybrid cloud, containerization, and AI-driven workloads had already begun to challenge VMwares stronghold, inertia and familiarity kept enterprises loyal.Now, financial and operational uncertainty is forcing a shift. Organizations are no longer just considering alternativestheyre actively adopting them.This is not merely a reaction to cost increases but a fundamental change in enterprise IT priorities. Broadcoms strategy has accelerated an existing trend: the growing emphasis on strategic flexibility and multi-cloud readiness.For IT leaders, remaining on VMware without reassessment carries significant risk. Broadcom has made it clear that revenue optimization takes precedence over customer satisfaction. If this trend continues, enterprises that fail to develop an exit strategy may be locked into an increasingly costly and restrictive environment.That said, enterprises have more options than ever before. Organizations must carefully evaluate their next steps, whether moving to the public cloud, adopting a hybrid model, transitioning to a new hypervisor, or staying with VMware.This shift is already creating winners. Nutanix, Microsoft Hyper-V, Azure Stack HCI, and Red Hat OpenShift Virtualization are emerging as viable competitors. Each of these offer distinct advantages based on business needs and strategic direction, with Nutanix leading the pack.The time to act is now. Enterprises that proactively navigate this transition will mitigate the uncertainties of VMware's new ownership and position themselves for long-term success. The primary job of any IT organization, after all, is minimizing risk while providing the infrastructure for digital transformation.Disclosure: Steve McDowell is an industry analyst, and NAND Research is an industry analyst firm, that engages in, or has engaged in, research, analysis and advisory services with many technology companies; the author has provided paid services to every company mentioned in this article except for AWS, Gartner, Rackspace, and the Beeks Group in the past and may again in the future. No company mentioned was involved in the writing of this article. Mr. McDowell does not hold any equity positions with any company mentioned.

Table of ContentsTable of ContentsSuper Bowl LIX basic bets: spreads, totals, and moneylineWhat are Super Bowl props?What are Super Bowl squares?Super Bowl betting adviceLegal sports betting continues to sweep the nation. 38 states and Washington, D.C., now offer legal sports betting. This Sunday, many Americans will place wagers on Super Bowl LIX between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles. The Super Bowl is one of the biggest gaming days of the year. The American Gaming Association (AGA) projects $1.39 billion in bets will be placed on Super Bowl LIX.If you do choose to place a wager, make sure to know what youre doing. The last thing you want to do is place an incorrect bet for the wrong amount of money. It helps to know some gambling lingo and the types of bets offered for the game. Here are some Super Bowl betting tricks, tips, and advice.Recommended VideosThe point spread is one of the most popular bets for a football game. Per FanDuel*, the current spread is Kansas City Eagles -1.5 (-105) and Philadelphia Eagles +1.5 (-115). In this situation, the Chiefs are the favorite, and the Eagles are the underdog. If you place a wager on the spread, Kansas City -1.5, the Chiefs need to beat the Eagles by more than 1.5 points to cover and win your bet. If your wager is on the Eagles, then the Eagles either need to win or lose by less than 1.5 points to win the bet.How much will you win on the bet? The vig, or the juice, is the cost of the bet. That figure is located in parentheses. In this case, the vig is -105 for the Chiefs and -115 for the Eagles. If you place a $105 bet on the Chiefs to cover -1.5 and it hits, you would win $100. With a $115 bet on the Eagles, a bettor would win $100 if the Philadelphia covers. If the spread somehow moves to Chiefs -2 or Eagles +2, then a push is in play. If you place a bet on the Chiefs and they win by exactly 2 points, its a push. That means your money will be returned. The same goes for the Eagles if they lose by two points.Totals refer to the combined amount of points scored by both teams in the game. Its called the over/under. The total for Super LIX is 48.5. If 48 or more points are scored, the over hits. And if the game ends with 47 or less, the under hits.Finally, the moneyline is arguably the easiest bet to place. Simply pick the winner of the game. The margin of victory does not matter. For example, lets say the Chiefs moneyline is -120. If a moneyline bet is placed on the Chiefs, the bet wins if Kansas City defeats Philadelphia.*Odds subject to changeThe Super Bowl prop market is extremely popular for both gambling experts and novices. Props, a.k.a. proposition bets, are typically placed on individual players. However, they can be placed on teams. For example, fans can bet on the amount of receiving yards Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce will have during the game. The line is set at 62.5 receiving yards. If you bet that Kelce will have over 62.5 receiving yards and he finishes the game with 67, you win the bet. There are props for virtually every offensive player and some defensive players. It all depends on the sportsbook.Because the Super Bowl is one of the most heavily bet-on games of the year, there are special props that have nothing to do with football. What color Gatorade will be poured on the winning coach? How long will the national anthem take? What song will Kendrick Lamar sing first during the halftime show? These are the types of questions that have corresponding props on most sportsbooks. Check the odds daily leading up to the game.ESPNYouve probably seen this grid if youve ever attended a Super Bowl party. These are Super Bowl squares, a game of chance that requires no football knowledge. After buying a square, you are later assigned a random number for the corresponding column and row. If those numbers match the final digits of the teams at the end of each quarter, you win.Still confused? We have an entire article dedicated to Super Bowl squares, which explains all of the key information on how to play.NetflixRemember, please bet legally and responsibly! If you choose not to place a wager, thats fine, too. Knowing your budget and limits is the most important aspect of wagering on the Super Bowl. Do not bet too big and never chase your losses. Enjoy the game.Super Bowl LIX kicks off at 6:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, February 9. The game will air on Fox.

For over three decades, the fantasy franchise Magic: The Gathering has been a force in collectible trading cards with forays into books, comics, and even video games. But there has yet to be a version of Magic: The Gathering thats escaped Hollywoods development Hell. However, the franchise is about to get another chance to expand into film and television.According to The Hollywood Reporter, Legendary Entertainment will join forces with Wizards of the Coast and its parent company, Hasbro Entertainment, to bring a new Magic: The Gathering shared universe to life in TV and movies. And making a film is the top priority.Recommended VideosIt would take too long to explain the rules and intricacies of the Magic: The Gathering game. Wizards of the Coast launched the game in 1993, and it quickly caught on with fans worldwide. Wizards of the Coast subsequently became such a major figure in fantasy that it purchased the parent company of Dungeons & Dragons, TSR, in 1997, before Wizards was itself acquired by Hasbro two years later.Please enable Javascript to view this contentIf Legendarys strategy to adapt Magic: The Gathering sounds familiar, its probably because its very similar to the plan that Hasbro Entertainment tried to execute with Dungeons & Dragons a few years ago. From that arrangement, only Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves made it to the big screen. Unfortunately, its box-office total were less impressive than hoped, and no other D&D films are currently planned.Magic: The Gathering has hit a few previous roadblocks in Hollywood as well. A planned feature film was in the works at 20th Century Fox in 2014 with X-Men: Dark Phoenix director Simon Kinberg attached to produce it. That film was canceled five years later when Disney purchased Fox. More recently, Netflix hired the Russo brothers to develop a Magic: The Gathering animated series. But the Russo brothers eventually departed the project, which is being redeveloped by Star Trek: Picardseason 3 showrunner Terry Matalas.The new Magic: The Gathering deal doesnt currently have a network or a studio attached to produce the film or TV series.Editors Recommendations

Amazon, Google, Microsoft and Meta are pouring billions into artificial intelligence, undeterred by DeepSeeks rise.

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The chairwoman of the FEC said President Donald Trump tried to fire her.Ellen Weintraub has been serving as a commissioner on the FEC since 2002.Weintraub said the dismissal letter she got from from Trump isn't a "legal way" to replace her.Ellen Weintraub, the chairwoman of the Federal Election Commission, said President Donald Trump is attempting to remove her from the agency."Received a letter from POTUS today purporting to remove me as Commissioner & Chair of FEC," Weintraub wrote in an X post on Thursday evening, which came attached with a dismissal letter signed by Trump."There's a legal way to replace FEC commissioners-this isn't it," Weintraub added.According to Weintraub's post, Trump's letter was dated January 31. Weintraub has served as a commissioner since 2002. The FEC administers and oversees compliance with federal election laws.Although Weintraub's term as commissioner expired in April 2007, she has continued to serve on the FEC and chaired it in 2003, 2013, and 2019. The chair position rotates yearly and Weintraub was elected as chair for the fourth time this year.According to federal law, commissioners of the FEC are appointed to six-year terms. Commissioners can remain on the FEC past their term's expiration date until a replacement is nominated by the president and confirmed by the Senate."I've been lucky to serve the American people & stir up some good trouble along the way. That's not changing anytime soon," Weintraub wrote in her post on Thursday.The FEC's press office declined to comment on Weintraub's post. Representatives for Trump did not immediately respond to a request for comment from Business Insider.Weintraub told The New York Times in an interview published Thursday that she was "not really surprised" by Trump attempt to dismiss of her."There have been dozens of complaints filed against the president," Weintraub told The Times."I have pointed that out. I've written about this. So I'm not really surprised that I am on their radar," she continued.Back in 2020, Weintraub criticized Trump after he said that the expansion of mail-voting will lead to widespread voter fraud."Such falsehoods are not mere words. These falsehoods may well undermine the American people's faith in our democracy," Weintraub wrote in a 66-post thread on X in May 2020."True leaders speak truth," she added.