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Musk’s Federal Worker Ultimatum Sparks Internal Pushback from Trump Appointees
A growing rift between Elon Musk and several Trump administration agency heads emerged Sunday after Musk demanded all federal employees provide a summary of their weekly work or risk termination. The directive, sent via email from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), instructed workers to submit a five-bullet-point report on their accomplishments, with a deadline of 11:59 p.m. Monday. 
A growing rift between Elon Musk and several Trump administration agency heads emerged Sunday after Musk demanded all federal employees provide a summary of their weekly work or risk termination. The directive, sent via email from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), instructed workers to submit a five-bullet-point report on their accomplishments, with a deadline of 11:59 p.m. Monday. -
Federal Workers Ordered to Justify Jobs as Musk Issues Resignation Threat
Federal employees across multiple agencies received emails over the weekend instructing them to document their work or risk dismissal, following an order issued by Elon Musk, head of the Trump administration's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The move is part of an effort by President Donald Trump and Musk to overhaul the federal workforce, a process that has already resulted in mass firings, an end to remote work, and a broad restructuring of government agencies. 
Federal employees across multiple agencies received emails over the weekend instructing them to document their work or risk dismissal, following an order issued by Elon Musk, head of the Trump administration's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The move is part of an effort by President Donald Trump and Musk to overhaul the federal workforce, a process that has already resulted in mass firings, an end to remote work, and a broad restructuring of government agencies. -
Trump-Putin Summit in the Works as U.S. and Russia Push Ukraine Peace Talks
Preparations for a summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are underway, signaling a dramatic shift in U.S. foreign policy as Washington and Moscow discuss the future of Ukraine, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said Saturday. 
Preparations for a summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are underway, signaling a dramatic shift in U.S. foreign policy as Washington and Moscow discuss the future of Ukraine, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said Saturday. -
Trump’s Anti-DEI Executive Orders Face Major Legal Hurdle as Judge Issues Injunction
A federal judge on Friday temporarily blocked key provisions of President Donald Trump's executive orders aimed at dismantling diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs within the federal government. The ruling marks a significant legal setback for the administration as it moves to eliminate DEI-related initiatives in government contracts, education, and corporate America. 
A federal judge on Friday temporarily blocked key provisions of President Donald Trump's executive orders aimed at dismantling diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs within the federal government. The ruling marks a significant legal setback for the administration as it moves to eliminate DEI-related initiatives in government contracts, education, and corporate America. -
Senate Passes $340 Billion Budget Blueprint Advancing Trump’s Border and Defense Agenda
The Senate approved a $340 billion budget resolution early Friday, laying the groundwork for increased funding for immigration enforcement, energy production, and military expansion. The measure passed in a 52-48 vote, with Sen. Rand Paul (R., Ky.) the only Republican to join Democrats in opposition. 
The Senate approved a $340 billion budget resolution early Friday, laying the groundwork for increased funding for immigration enforcement, energy production, and military expansion. The measure passed in a 52-48 vote, with Sen. Rand Paul (R., Ky.) the only Republican to join Democrats in opposition. -
IRS Layoffs Hit 7,000 as Tax Season Begins, Threatening Revenue Collection
The Internal Revenue Service began laying off thousands of employees this week, just as tax season reaches its peak, marking one of the largest personnel cuts at the agency in recent years. The move, which affects roughly 7,000 probationary workers, comes as part of the Trump administration's broader effort to restructure the federal government and reduce spending. 
The Internal Revenue Service began laying off thousands of employees this week, just as tax season reaches its peak, marking one of the largest personnel cuts at the agency in recent years. The move, which affects roughly 7,000 probationary workers, comes as part of the Trump administration's broader effort to restructure the federal government and reduce spending. -
Governor Hochul Declines to Remove NYC Mayor Eric Adams
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced Thursday that she will not remove New York City Mayor Eric Adams from office but will impose increased state oversight on his administration. The decision follows mounting pressure from within the Democratic Party to oust Adams after federal prosecutors dropped corruption charges against him, sparking allegations of a political deal with the Trump administration. 
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced Thursday that she will not remove New York City Mayor Eric Adams from office but will impose increased state oversight on his administration. The decision follows mounting pressure from within the Democratic Party to oust Adams after federal prosecutors dropped corruption charges against him, sparking allegations of a political deal with the Trump administration. -
Trump's Remarks Stir Debate: Is Ukraine to Blame for the Conflict with Russia?
Former President Donald Trump has drawn fierce criticism by claiming Ukraine "should have never started" the conflict that has claimed tens of thousands of Ukrainian lives since Russia's invasion in February 2022. Speaking at his Mar-a-Lago resort, Trump stated: "You've been there for three years. You should have ended it ... You should have never started it. Former President Donald Trump has drawn fierce criticism by claiming Ukraine "should have never started" the conflict that has claimed tens of thousands of Ukrainian lives since Russia's invasion in February 2022. Speaking at his Mar-a-Lago resort, Trump stated: "You've been there for three years. You should have ended it ... You should have never started it. -
Trump Signs Executive Order Blocking Federal Benefits for Undocumented Immigrants
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Wednesday night aimed at cutting off all federally funded benefits for undocumented immigrants, expanding his administration's aggressive stance on immigration enforcement. The order directs federal agencies to identify and eliminate any programs providing cash or non-cash public benefits to illegal immigrants, reinforcing a law passed in 1996 but, according to Trump, undermined by successive administrations. 
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Wednesday night aimed at cutting off all federally funded benefits for undocumented immigrants, expanding his administration's aggressive stance on immigration enforcement. The order directs federal agencies to identify and eliminate any programs providing cash or non-cash public benefits to illegal immigrants, reinforcing a law passed in 1996 but, according to Trump, undermined by successive administrations. -
Mass IRS Layoffs Hit 6,700 Workers as Tax Filing Season Ramps Up
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is set to lay off 6,700 employees this week as part of President Donald Trump's efforts to reduce federal spending, according to internal agency communications reviewed by multiple news organizations. The job cuts come as the IRS enters the busiest part of tax season, with the April 15 deadline approaching for most U.S. taxpayers. 
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is set to lay off 6,700 employees this week as part of President Donald Trump's efforts to reduce federal spending, according to internal agency communications reviewed by multiple news organizations. The job cuts come as the IRS enters the busiest part of tax season, with the April 15 deadline approaching for most U.S. taxpayers.
