Kash Patel Removed As Acting ATF Director, Army Secretary Driscoll Steps In
At the time of his appointment, agency staff had not been informed of Patel's selection, and his dual role overseeing both the FBI and ATF was regarded as highly irregular.
Trump Administration Reinstates Some Foreign Aid Programs After WFP Warns Of Deadly Consequences: Report
Sources with knowledge of the matter said Jeremy Lewin, the acting deputy administrator of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), instructed the staff Tuesday to reverse the termination of multiple foreign aid programs.
US Appeals Court Reinstates Access To Personal Data For Elon Musk's DOGE
The court's ruling temporarily lifts a block on DOGE, granting access to sensitive information that is used to administer federal benefits, including Social Security payments and student loans.
'This Is Not What We Voted For': Bill Ackman Urges 90-Day Tariff Pause To Prevent Economic Crisis
Billionaire hedge fund investor Bill Ackman suggested that Trump consider a temporary break from the tariff strategy—a "90-day timeout"—to negotiate better trade deals to solve the "asymmetric tariff deals and induce trillions of dollars of new investment in our country."
White House Easter Egg Roll To Feature 30,000 Real Eggs Despite Tariff, Supply Hurdles
In planning the event, the White House explored alternatives such as using plastic eggs or large eggs that would be sold in stores. However, the decision was made to stick with real eggs.
Trump Fires NSA Director Timothy Haugh After NSC Shake-Up Tied To Laura Loomer
Haugh was not involved in the controversial Signal group chat about a military operation in Yemen, but testified last week before the House Intelligence Committee about the risks of using Signal for sensitive discussions.
One Person Dead As Storms Wreak Havoc; Flooding, Tornado Risk Put Most Of US On High Alert
Nearly 2.5 million people were placed in a "high-risk" zone, which included parts of west Tennessee, northeast Arkansas, southeast Missouri, and regions of western Kentucky and southern Illinois.
Waltz's Team Created 20 Signal Chats To Discuss National Security And Foreign Policy: Report
House Homeland Security Committee ranking member Bennie Thompson (D-Miss.) said that Gmail is "far less secure than Signal. Not only is it a security risk — it's another flagrant skirting of recordkeeping laws. Again, it's amateur hour in the Trump White House."
Trump Admin Cuts Key Staff Involved In FDA's Bird Flu Response Amid Widespread HHS Layoffs
The job cuts have impacted researchers, scientists, and senior officials, leading to the loss of key figures who shaped U.S. policies on drug approvals, medical research, and public health.
Local Workers, US Diplomats To Be Fired As Musk's DOGE Finalizes Plan To Dismantle USAID: Report
The Congress, on Friday, was informed that nearly all USAID employees would be fired by September, with all of its overseas offices closed and some functions transferred to the State Department.
Trump Signs Executive Order To Combat Ticket Gouging, As Kid Rock And Industry Leaders Back Reform
The executive order directs key officials, including Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, to ensure full compliance with the tax laws and other regulations regarding ticket scalping.
Trump's Election Executive Order Under Fire As Democrats, Nonprofits Launch Legal Battle
The lawsuit claims that Trump overstepped his authority with the Mar. 25 executive order.
Severe Weather, Power Outages And Tornado Threat Affect Millions Across US
Tornado watches and warnings were issued for parts of Tennessee, Arkansas, Kentucky, and Mississippi as the low-pressure system moved east-northeast, according to the National Weather Service.
Most Republicans Oppose Expanding Trump's Power, Want Congress To Challenge Him When Needed: Poll
According to the CBS News/YouGov poll, conducted on March 27 and 28, only 32% of Republicans want Trump to have more power than he already holds. Meanwhile, 55% believe he currently has the "right amount" of power, and 13% think he should have less.
Trump Signs Executive Order To Limit Unionizing And End Collective Bargaining For Some Federal Staff
In total, 18 federal departments, including several subsidiary agencies will be impacted by the order.
Musk And DOGE Defend Federal Layoffs, Claim All Departures Were Voluntary And No One Was Fired
Anthony Armstrong, a former Morgan Stanley banker now working for DOGE, stated that the federal workforce reduction was minimal, with less than 0.15% receiving a "Reduction in Force" (RIF) notice. He emphasized that the layoffs mainly affected probationary employees.
TikTok Deal: Trump Hints At Possible Tariff Reductions If China Approves Sale
President Donald Trump's willingness to use tariffs as leverage shows how serious the administration is about pushing through the sale of the app.
Social Security Administration Reverses Some Identity Verification Plans After Backlash
Under the revised policy, which will take effect on April 14 (instead of the original March 31 date), individuals applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), Medicare, or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will now be able to complete their applications over the phone, eliminating the need for an in-person visit.
US Expands Export Blacklist, Adds Over 50 Chinese Companies To Curb AI And Tech Advances
The Chinese embassy in Washington condemned the U.S. actions, calling them "politically motivated." The export restrictions come as tensions between Washington and Beijing escalate, with the Trump administration intensifying tariffs on China.
Trump Signs Executive Order Mandating Proof Of Citizenship In Major Election Overhaul
"This country is so sick because of the elections, the fake elections and the bad elections, we're going to straighten that out one way or the other," Trump stated as he signed the order.
FBI Launches Task Force To Investigate Attacks On Tesla, Treats Incidents As Domestic Terrorism
"This is domestic terrorism," FBI Director Kash Patel posted Monday on X. "Those responsible will be pursued, caught, and brought to justice."
'Nobody Was Texting War Plans': Hegseth Denies Mishandling Classified Data Amid Leaked Signal Chat
"You're talking about a deceitful and highly discredited so-called journalist who's made a profession of peddling hoaxes," Hegseth said about Jeffrey Goldberg, a well-regarded Washington reporter and editor.
Trump And Musk's Federal Overhaul Could Open Doors For Foreign Espionage, Experts Warn
It's not just intelligence officers who are at risk; many government agencies manage vast amounts of sensitive data. For example, the Department of Energy oversees the nation's nuclear secrets, while the Pentagon controls critical military information.
Wildfires Rage Across Carolinas: Black Cove, Deep Woods, Fish Hook, Table Rock Fires Burn Thousands Of Acres
As of Sunday, three major wildfires had scorched over 3,000 acres, with officials continuing their efforts to contain the flames.
Federal Judge Halts DOGE's Access To Social Security Data Over Privacy Concerns
One of the systems accessed by DOGE is called Numident, or Numerical Identification, which is referred to within the agency as the "crown jewels." Numident holds personal information of everyone who has applied for or received a Social Security number.
SEC Vs. Musk: Summons Over Twitter Stock Lawsuit Sparks Drama At SpaceX HQ
The summons was delivered at SpaceX headquarters, but security guards refused to accept it, prompting the process server to leave the documents on the ground while the guards photographed him and his car.
Judge Denies Reinstatement Of US Institute Of Peace Leadership, Slams DOGE's 'Terrorizing' Takeover
"Why those ways here -- just because DOGE is in a rush?" U.S. District Judge Beryl Howell asked as she condemned the use of armed agents by DOGE to force USIP leaders out of office.
Ben & Jerry's Accuses Unilever Of Firing CEO Over His Support For Social Causes
A lawsuit, filed by Ben & Jerry's, claims Unilever violated a 2000 agreement, which requires consulting the board's advisory committee before removing a CEO.
Pentagon To Cut Up To 60K Jobs As Defense Secretary Hegseth Assures Military Readiness Won't Be Affected
The Defense Department is using three main methods -- encouraging voluntary resignations, firing probationary workers, and leaving positions unfilled as employees naturally leave -- to reach the cuts.
Trump Admin Reinstating 25,000 Fired Federal Workers – Which Agencies Are Bringing Them Back?
Court filings on Monday revealed that 18 federal agencies terminated probationary employees, but after a ruling by U.S. District Judge James Bredar, efforts are underway to reinstate them.