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Trump and Musk Target USAID: A “Ball of Worms” Agency Faces Collapse
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Musk, has clashed with USAID, escalating tensions over access to sensitive information and classified materials.
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Musk, has clashed with USAID, escalating tensions over access to sensitive information and classified materials.
Critics fear the freeze signals intentions to dissolve USAID, shifting its functions to the State Department, while supporters argue it ensures better oversight of taxpayer money.
Judge McConnell issued a temporary restraining order, stating federal agencies cannot halt funding without specific legal backing.
Trump vows to eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) mandates in government and private sectors, aligning with his push for merit-based systems.
Democrats and some GOP members are raising concerns over nominees, including Tulsi Gabbard and Robert F. Kennedy Jr., creating additional challenges.
The 1,547-page bill faces criticism from Republicans for its size and resemblance to an omnibus package, complicating House Speaker Mike Johnson's efforts to gather support.
Two Delta flight attendants were removed from a New York-bound flight in Amsterdam after failing breathalyzer tests, with one testing seven times over the legal limit for flight crews in the Netherlands.
Republican senators are divided, with some calling for further investigation, including an FBI background check, while others voice support based on Hegseth's military service and policy positions.