Federal agencies are gearing up for significant changes. The Department of Education is planning to cut nearly half of its workforce. The Department of Veterans Affairs is aiming to reduce its staff by 80, 000 employees. The Social Security Administration is offering buyouts to employees before maki
The oil industry's biggest gathering in Texas was a mix of celebration and worry. The event, held in Houston, saw industry leaders boasting about their influence and the Trump administration's support for increased energy production. The mood was upbeat, with executives praising Trump's pol
The U. S. Department of Education has launched a big investigation into 52 universities across 41 states. The claim is that these schools are using racial preferences and stereotypes in their education programs and activities. This is a big deal because it involves some of the most prestigious unive
In a surprising move, South Africa's ambassador to the U. S. was suddenly declared unwelcome by the Trump administration. This decision came from Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who labeled Ebrahim Rasool a "race-baiting politician" with a dislike for President Trump. This sudden shift in diplomatic
A recent decision by an appeals court has allowed executive orders aimed at restricting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs to proceed. This move comes after a series of legal challenges and setbacks. The court's decision means that while the lawsuit against these orders continues, the o
The Senate recently passed a bill to keep the government running, but it wasn't a smooth process. The vote was 62 to 38, with 10 Democrats joining Republicans to push the measure forward. This vote highlighted a significant divide within the Democratic Party. The bill, known as a continuing resol
The Trump administration is facing a legal battle over its recent decision to fire a large number of civil rights investigators and lawyers from the Department of Education. This move has sparked concerns that the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) will be unable to handle complaints of discrimination in
Tesla, the electric car giant, sent a letter to the Trump administration. The letter raised concerns about the impact of tariffs on their business. This was no small matter, as the company warned about possible retaliatory tariffs. The letter was unsigned and sent on official Tesla letterhead.
The recent changes to student loan policies have left many borrowers in a tough spot. Nearly 43 million Americans with federal student loan debt are now facing a significant increase in their monthly payments. This change comes as a result of the Trump administration's overhaul of the education sys
The recent actions by the Trump administration have sparked concern about the future of public education in the United States. A significant portion of the U. S. Department of Education's workforce has been dismissed. This move is part of a broader plan to shrink the department, despite lacking the
