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Colleges around the US cautiously navigate Trump's DEI crackdown
Read full article: Colleges around the US cautiously navigate Trump's DEI crackdownAround the United States, colleges and universities are cautiously navigating the Trump administration's crackdown on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Trump White House marks Black History Month while Defense Department declares 'identity months dead'
Read full article: Trump White House marks Black History Month while Defense Department declares 'identity months dead'The Trump White House has issued a proclamation recognizing February as Black History Month around the same time the Defense Department issued guidance declaring “identity months dead.”.
Woman who wanted to kill GOP leaders said she was inspired by CEO's slaying, prosecutors say
Read full article: Woman who wanted to kill GOP leaders said she was inspired by CEO's slaying, prosecutors sayProsecutors say a Massachusetts woman accused of planning to kill Republican leaders at the U.S. Capitol told police she was influenced by Luigi Mangione, the man charged with fatally shooting the CEO of UnitedHealthcare last year.
CBS agrees to hand over '60 Minutes' Harris interview transcripts to FCC
Read full article: CBS agrees to hand over '60 Minutes' Harris interview transcripts to FCCCBS says it will turn over unedited transcripts of its October interview with Kamala Harris to the Federal Communications Commission.
Air traffic controllers were initially offered buyouts and told to consider leaving government
Read full article: Air traffic controllers were initially offered buyouts and told to consider leaving governmentJust a day before a deadly midair collision at Reagan National Airport outside Washington, D.
Texas governor orders ban on DeepSeek, RedNote for government devices
Read full article: Texas governor orders ban on DeepSeek, RedNote for government devicesTexas ordered a ban on the Chinese AI startup DeepSeek on government devices days after the popular chatbot has shook investors and the tech community in recent weeks for its ability to compete with OpenAI.
Pentagon prepares to deploy 1,000 more troops to bolster Trump's immigration crackdown
Read full article: Pentagon prepares to deploy 1,000 more troops to bolster Trump's immigration crackdownU.S. officials say the Pentagon is readying orders for the deployment of at least 1,000 additional active duty troops to bolster President Donald Trump’s expanding crackdown on immigration.
A list of government web pages that have gone dark to comply with Trump orders
Read full article: A list of government web pages that have gone dark to comply with Trump ordersU.S. government websites have gone dark as agencies scrambled to comply with President Donald Trump’s executive orders declaring his administration would recognize only two genders and ordering an end to diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Immigration crackdown in Texas: What you need to know about your rights
Read full article: Immigration crackdown in Texas: What you need to know about your rightsRecent enforcement operations across Texas have raised concerns among undocumented immigrants. Here’s what immigration attorneys want you to know about your rights and resources.
“A lot of fear going on”: Texas immigrant community on edge during Trump’s first weeks
Read full article: “A lot of fear going on”: Texas immigrant community on edge during Trump’s first weeksAcross the state, immigrants and their loved ones are changing their daily habits as the Trump administration orders at least 1,200 daily arrests of undocumented people.
Trump says he and Putin could do something 'significant' toward ending Russia's war in Ukraine
Read full article: Trump says he and Putin could do something 'significant' toward ending Russia's war in UkrainePresident Donald Trump says his administration has already had “very serious” discussions with Russia about its war in Ukraine and that he and Russian President Vladimir Putin could soon take “significant” action toward ending the grinding conflict.
Trump targets FAA diversity efforts in plane crash probe despite no evidence they played any role
Read full article: Trump targets FAA diversity efforts in plane crash probe despite no evidence they played any rolePresident Donald Trump's remarks this week blaming diversity recruitment at the FAA as a potential reason for the plane crash that killed 67 people has drawn attention to the agency’s attempts to address its most pressing and long-standing staffing problem.
Health data, entire pages wiped from federal websites as Trump officials target 'gender ideology'
Read full article: Health data, entire pages wiped from federal websites as Trump officials target 'gender ideology'A government memo aimed at implementing President Donald Trump’s order rolling back protections for transgender people has rippled through the federal government as agencies scramble to make changes to strip “gender ideology” from websites, contracts and emails.
Second federal judge orders temporary pause to Trump administration efforts to freeze funding
Read full article: Second federal judge orders temporary pause to Trump administration efforts to freeze fundingA second federal judge has ordered a temporary pause in Trump administration efforts to freeze federal funding in the latest twist over the spending of trillions of dollars in grants and loans.
Trump administration fires prosecutors involved in Jan. 6 cases and moves toward ousting FBI agents
Read full article: Trump administration fires prosecutors involved in Jan. 6 cases and moves toward ousting FBI agentsThe Trump administration has fired a group of prosecutors involved in the Jan. 6 criminal cases and demanded the names of FBI agents involved in those same probes so that they can possibly be ousted.
President Trump to meet with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang at the White House
Read full article: President Trump to meet with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang at the White HousePresident Donald Trump is meeting Friday with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, whose company designs and supplies the advanced computer chips that play an integral role in developing artificial intelligence.
Pentagon strips travel reimbursement for troops seeking abortions, fertility treatment
Read full article: Pentagon strips travel reimbursement for troops seeking abortions, fertility treatmentA new memo says the Defense Department will no longer reimburse service members for travel out of state to get reproductive health care, including abortions and fertility treatments.
Trump says he'll place tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China on Saturday
Read full article: Trump says he'll place tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China on SaturdayPresident Donald Trump says he will put in place 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico and 10% tariffs on goods from China effective Saturday.
Former 'Meet the Press' moderator Chuck Todd exits NBC News after nearly two decades
Read full article: Former 'Meet the Press' moderator Chuck Todd exits NBC News after nearly two decadesFormer “Meet the Press” moderator Chuck Todd is leaving NBC News after nearly two decades at the network.
US colleges returning to campus sexual assault rules created during Trump's first term
Read full article: US colleges returning to campus sexual assault rules created during Trump's first termSchools and universities responding to complaints of sexual misconduct must return to policies created during President Donald Trump’s first term, with requirements for live hearings and more protections for accused students.
Abbott expected to promote vouchers and other highlights of his 2025 agenda in Sunday speech
Read full article: Abbott expected to promote vouchers and other highlights of his 2025 agenda in Sunday speechAfter successful campaigns for House allies, the governor is in a position to set an ambitious course for the legislative session.
“How do we protect our poultry flocks?” Texas dairy, poultry producers grapple with bird flu
Read full article: “How do we protect our poultry flocks?” Texas dairy, poultry producers grapple with bird fluAcross the country, dairy producers have dumped milk and infected chickens have been killed, including millions of egg-laying hens, causing egg prices to skyrocket.
US aid was long a lifeline for Eastern Europe. Trump cuts are sending shockwaves through the region
Read full article: US aid was long a lifeline for Eastern Europe. Trump cuts are sending shockwaves through the regionPresident Donald Trump’s abrupt freeze of U.S. foreign aid is sending shockwaves through Eastern Europe.
US aid agency is in upheaval during foreign assistance freeze and staff departures
Read full article: US aid agency is in upheaval during foreign assistance freeze and staff departuresTrump administration changes have upended the U.S. agency charged with providing humanitarian aid overseas, with senior officials put on leave, contractors laid off and a sweeping freeze imposed on foreign assistance.
What to know about the NTSB, the agency investigating the DC plane crash
Read full article: What to know about the NTSB, the agency investigating the DC plane crashA deadly midair collision between an American Airlines jet and an Army helicopter near the nation's capital is bringing renewed focus on the federal agency charged with investigating aviation disasters.
Conspiracies, espionage, an enemies list: Takeaways from a wild day of confirmation hearings
Read full article: Conspiracies, espionage, an enemies list: Takeaways from a wild day of confirmation hearingsPresident Donald Trump’s most controversial Cabinet nominees have flooded the zone in back-to-back-to-back confirmation hearings.
RFK Jr. kept asking to see the science that vaccines were safe. After he saw it, he dismissed it
Read full article: RFK Jr. kept asking to see the science that vaccines were safe. After he saw it, he dismissed itThe man who hopes to be President Donald Trump’s health secretary says he needs to see data showing vaccines are safe, but he dismissed the evidence shown by an influential Republican senator.
Some hospitals pause gender-affirming care to evaluate Trump's executive order
Read full article: Some hospitals pause gender-affirming care to evaluate Trump's executive orderHospitals in Colorado, Virginia and the nation’s capital say they have paused gender-affirming care for young people as they evaluate President Donald Trump’s executive order aimed at cutting federal support for such care.
Rubio says Trump’s interest in Greenland and Panama Canal is legit and driven by China concerns
Read full article: Rubio says Trump’s interest in Greenland and Panama Canal is legit and driven by China concernsSecretary of State Marco Rubio says President Donald Trump’s desire to acquire Greenland and retake control of the Panama Canal is driven by legitimate national security interests stemming from growing concerns about Chinese activity in the Arctic and in Latin America.
Tennessee GOP passes school voucher expansion bill with backing from Trump
Read full article: Tennessee GOP passes school voucher expansion bill with backing from TrumpTennessee lawmakers have approved legislation drastically expanding the number of families who can use taxpayer money on private schools regardless of income.
Trump says tariffs on Canada and Mexico coming Saturday, and he's deciding whether to tax their oil
Read full article: Trump says tariffs on Canada and Mexico coming Saturday, and he's deciding whether to tax their oilPresident Donald Trump says his 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico are coming on Saturday.
Trump was challenged after blaming DEI for the DC plane crash. Here's what he said
Read full article: Trump was challenged after blaming DEI for the DC plane crash. Here's what he saidPresident Donald Trump began his White House briefing with a moment of silence and a prayer for the victims of Wednesday’s crash at Reagan National Airport.
Big Oil wants a lot from Trump. It has an ally in Doug Burgum, the president's Interior pick
Read full article: Big Oil wants a lot from Trump. It has an ally in Doug Burgum, the president's Interior pickEmails obtained by The Associated Press reveal Doug Burgum as North Dakota governor catered to the whims of oil and gas executives while leveraging those connections to expand his political profile.
CenterPoint Energy settles rate case, will lower power costs for customers
Read full article: CenterPoint Energy settles rate case, will lower power costs for customersHouston’s main electrical company backed off plans to raise rates after facing sharp criticism for its response to massive power outages after Hurricane Beryl.
Trump blames diversity hiring as probe into deadly DC plane crash begins
Read full article: Trump blames diversity hiring as probe into deadly DC plane crash beginsPresident Donald Trump is questioning the actions of the army helicopter pilot and air traffic controller in Wednesday's deadly midair collision in Washington.
An East Texas town debates where to place EV charging stations as Trump threatens subsidies
Read full article: An East Texas town debates where to place EV charging stations as Trump threatens subsidiesSome residents see the charging stations as an economic boom to the town, while others find it an assault on the oil and gas industry in Texas.
Who is Sean Duffy, the new transportation secretary responding to the DC plane crash?
Read full article: Who is Sean Duffy, the new transportation secretary responding to the DC plane crash?Sean Duffy, the new transportation secretary, is facing his first major crisis just hours after his swearing-in.
Vance suggests some reporters covering the Trump White House are biased
Read full article: Vance suggests some reporters covering the Trump White House are biasedVice President JD Vance is suggesting that some reporters covering the Trump White House are biased — perhaps even Democratic “propagandists.”.
The Latest: Senators grill 3 of Trump's most controversial Cabinet picks in confirmation hearings
Read full article: The Latest: Senators grill 3 of Trump's most controversial Cabinet picks in confirmation hearingsDemocratic senators have grilled three of President Donald Trump’s cabinet picks during their confirmation hearings.
Justice Jackson punches out her frustrations with the conservative Supreme Court in the boxing ring
Read full article: Justice Jackson punches out her frustrations with the conservative Supreme Court in the boxing ringLiberal Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson says she's found an outlet for the frustration that can result from being in the minority on the nation’s highest court: boxing.