Sean Cairncross has been confirmed by the Senate to serve as the National Cyber Director under President Trump. His appointment is part of ongoing efforts to bolster the U.S. government's cybersecurity strategy amid increasing threats in the cyber domain.

The Trump administration plans to allocate $1 billion for offensive hacking operations aimed at enhancing national security and cyber capabilities. This funding is part of a broader strategy to deter foreign cyber threats and bolster the U.S.'s offensive cyber capabilities. The initiative is expected to involve collaborations with private tech firms and intelligence agencies.