Fri, January 31, 2025

by: WFAE

Trump wants to cut the federal workforce. Who they are and what that means

by: CNN

How Trump calling immigration an 'invasion' could help him stretch the law

No longer just campaign trail rhetoric, President Donald Trump's insistence that immigration to the United States amounts to an "invasion" may be critical to unlocking extraordinary powers as the administration carries out his deportation agenda.

by: Slate

The D.C. Air Disaster Is a Flashing Warning Sign About DOGE

Musk had Trump fire the FAA leader as soon as he got into office, because the FAA leader had investigated and fined one of Musk's companies, Starlink.

by: Richmond

AG Miyares directs VCU, UVA to halt medical care for minors' gender transition

VCU says it has "suspended gender-affirming medication and gender-affirming surgical procedures for those under 19 years old in response to clear guidance from the state."

by: Reuters

Exclusive: US seeks to block Hezbollah ally from naming Lebanon finance minister

The unusually direct U.S. intervention in Lebanon's sectarian politics appears aimed at capitalizing on shifts in the power balance.

by: PBS

Trump says he's placing tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico and China starting Saturday

President Donald Trump said Friday he would place 25 percent tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico and 10 percent tariffs on goods from China effective on Saturday, raising the specter of swift price increases for U.

by: RealClearPolitics

White House: We Will Reverse Biden's "Deterioration In Hiring Standards For Aviation Safety"

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt declared that the Trump administration will reverse the "deterioration in hiring standards and aviation safety standards and protocols" implemented by the Biden administration: KAROLINE LEAVITT: The president,

by: foxbaltimore

Retired agents say a Patel 'shake up' is what the FBI needs to improve public trust

Patel's nomination is viewed as part of Trump's strategy to reform the bureau. He has promised to reduce the FBI's presence in Washington, redistribute agents across the country, and focus on tackling violent crime. "We let good cops be cops," Patel said during his confirmation hearing.

by: WFAA8

'A lot of fear going on' | Texas immigrant community on edge during Trump's first weeks

Across the state, immigrants are changing their daily habits as the Trump administration orders at least 1,200 daily arrests of undocumented people.

by: ABC

Trump 2nd term live updates: WH sidesteps question on hiring disabled federal workers

Two U.S. officials confirmed the Pentagon is readying to send more troops to the southwestern border and a complement of 500 Marines to Guantanamo Bay as part of the plan to use the U.S. naval base in Cuba to house some deported migrants.

by: MSN

Federal funding pause attempt jeopardized Stanislaus Regional Transit's budget

RTA, said the recent attempt to freeze federal funding and reimbursements jeopardized 20 percent of the company's overall budget.

by: MSN

Venezuela frees 6 Americans after meeting between President Maduro and Trump's envoy

Six Americans who had been detained in Venezuela in recent months were freed by the government of President Nicolás Maduro after he met Friday with a senior Trump administration official. U.S. President Donald Trump and his envoy for special missions,

by: Richmond

Documents: City rejected 2 bids to upgrade switchgear that caused Richmond-region water crisis

Records show officials in 2017 declined two bids from contractors who offered to upgrade the water treatment plant's switchgear — the component that failed during a power outage on Jan.

by: PBS

US aid agency is in upheaval during foreign assistance freeze and staff departures

Trump 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.

by: MSN

Second federal judge orders temporary pause to Trump administration efforts to freeze funding

A second federal judge on Friday 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.

by: MSN

LULAC protests President Donald Trump's immigration plans

Olympic figure skater Nancy Kerrigan joined members of the The Skating Club of Boston to offer condolences and support to families of the skaters and coaches killed in the crash of American Eagle Flight 5342. Musk pushes out top Treasury official over effort to access US government payment system: report

by: MSN

Donald Trump Could Be Forced to Get Public's Input on Plan to Fire People

Unions are asking the court to protect the right to comment on President Donald Trump's plan to reclassify government employees.

by: MSN

America's tech titans sense a profound shift in the United States: Steve Forbes

The Big Money Show' panel discusses why top tech CEOs are suddenly betting big on Donald Trump and Elon Musk's influence on politics.

by: MSN

Dr. Scott Gottlieb: RFK Jr. didn't know the fundamentals of the programs he's going to administer

Former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb joins 'Squawk Box' to share his thoughts on the confirmation hearing of RFK Jr., what kind of power and authority the HHS Secretary holds, and more.

by: MSN

Donald Trump Can Reshape Census Bureau After Director's Sudden Resignation

Robert Santos, who prioritized inclusivity and outreach to underserved communities during his tenure, has decided to resign as director of the U.S. Census Bureau.

by: MSN

Democrats want Trump to reveal who he's giving security clearances to without background checks

Democrats and other critics are now demanding that the White House disclose the list and details of the people Trump allowed to skip background checks and gain access to the country's most sensitive secrets.

by: MSN

Thousands of datasets from Data.gov have disappeared since Trump's inauguration. What's going on?

Since President Trump was sworn into office, almost three thousand datasets have disappeared from Data.gov, the U.S. government's repository of open data. According to 404 Media, online archivist communities discovered since Trump took office on Jan.

by: MSN

What's in Remaining JFK, MLK, RFK Assassination Files

What experts on John F. Kennedy, Martin Luther King Jr and Bobby Kennedy assassinations hope to learn from files expected to be declassified
Sat, February 1, 2025

by: Newsday

President Donald Trump's early moves to control spending test authority of Congress

A 1974 law requires the president to spend the appropriations passed by Congress or seek its permission to suspend funding.

by: ABC12

Elon Musk spent more than $290 million on the 2024 election

Elon Musk spent a total of more than $290 million on the 2024 election, new federal filings show, boosting President Donald Trump and Republicans in a staggering effort that has

by: jacobin

Pierre Poilievre Wants Radical Austerity for Canada

Conservative Pierre Poilievre's politics aren't just about populism — they're grounded in Milton Friedman's radical vision of free markets. If he is elected prime minister, Poilievre promises a Canada where the welfare state is "out of business.

by: redstateobserver

Biden's Government Overreach Threatens American Democracy Directly

The alarming trend of government overreach and weaponization is reaching new heights under the Biden administration. Many conservatives view this as a significant threat to American democracy, one that was front and center during the last election cycle,

by: CNN

The latest on the Trump presidency as he prepares to impose new tariffs

President Donald Trump continues to advance his agenda with executive actions ahead of a deadline to impose tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico this weekend. Follow for live updates.

by: Reuters

US federal websites stay up after confusion over plan to remove diversity information

U.S. government websites were online and accessible on Friday, and the Office of Personnel Management said media reports that the sites would be taken offline were based on misinterpretation of a memo.

by: MSN

Colombia: Indigenous Colombians are confined in Catatumbo and ask for protection of their rights

The Permanent Roundtable of Indigenous Peoples and Organizations (MPC) warned that an indefinite number of members of the Barí people are confined in the Colombian region of Catatumbo, hit by guerrilla violence since Jan.

by: CNN

Trump announces new tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China

President Donald Trump has announced aggressive new tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China today. Follow for live updates.

by: bnnbloomberg

Trump initiates trade war, hitting Canada with massive tariffs. Trudeau calls emergency cabinet meeting

Trump's massive trade action is expected to take effect on Tuesday. Trudeau has called an emergency cabinet meeting for 3 p.m. ET, and then will be speaking with premiers at 4 p.m. ET.

by: ABC

Trump 2nd term live updates: Trump signs executive orders implementing steep tariffs

President Donald Trump has begun his second administration with a series of controversial moves and decisions.

by: CNN

Trump DOJ demands list of thousands of FBI agents, others who worked on Jan. 6 and Trump investigations for possible firing

The Trump administration is set to expand a purge of career law enforcement officials, demanding the names of those who worked on January 6, 2021, US Capitol attack and Trump-related investigations for potential removal - a move that could affect thousands.

by: ABC

Trump 2nd term live updates: USAID website down after HHS, CDC webpages scrubbed

President Donald Trump discussed a possible deal for Microsoft to buy TikTok while speaking with reporters by phone from Air Force One on Monday evening. Trump was asked whether Microsoft was in discussions to acquire the embattled social media app amid its looming U.S. ban deadline.

by: MSN

Elon Musk dropped nearly $300M supporting Donald Trump in 2024

Elon Musk dropped nearly $300M supporting Donald Trump in 2024 - Billionaire indicated his America PAC will 'keep grinding' during future elections

by: MSN

Video: Trump Claims He Was Not Involved In The Firings At The DOJ But Says They're 'Very Corrupt People'

Trump Claims He Was Not Involved In The Firings At The DOJ But Says They're 'Very Corrupt People' On Friday, President Donald Trump answered reporter questions about the recent firing of prosecutors involved in Trump's cases at the Department of Justice.

by: ABC

Trump 2nd term live updates: Former FBI director responds to turmoil at DOJ, FBI

The FBI National Press Office released an unsigned statement concerning acting Director Brian Driscoll assuring the public he "continues to serve in his role as Acting Director and remains committed to supporting the administration and ensuring a smooth transition to the incoming Director."

by: CNN

Elon Musk spent more than $290 million on the 2024 election, year-end FEC filings show

Elon Musk spent a total of more than $290 million on the 2024 election, new federal filings show, boosting President Donald Trump and Republicans in a staggering effort that has helped to secure unprecedented access for the world's richest person in the new administration.

by: MSN

Jacob Zuma and MK Party lose legal battle with SABC over GNU term, South Africans amused

Jacob Zuma and the uMkhonto weSizwe party had their application dismissed to have the SABC stop using the term GNU, and South Africans are not surprised.

by: MSN

Kyiv should hold elections after "ceasefire", Trump's special Ukraine envoy says

Keith Kellogg, US President Donald Trump's special envoy for Ukraine and Russia, has said the US wants Ukraine to hold presidential and parliamentary elections, especially if a "ceasefire" agreement is reached.

by: MSN

'It cost us tears and blood':Trump's Panama Canal threat stirs up memories of US imperialist past

The aggressive rhetoric of US President Donald Trump has shocked Panamanians, who see the waterway as a source of enormous national pride. View on euronews

by: MSN

Paul Lisnek on President Trump's second week in office, the deadly plan crash in DC. and more

WGN Political Analyst Paul Lisnek joined WGN Evening News to discuss several big stories from the week. This week's topics include President Trump's second week in office, the politics surrounding the deadly plane vs.

by: MSN

Air Traffic Control Offices Are in Chaos in Trump's New Administration

Sources say air traffic control offices have been in a state of Trumpian despair since he took over - and that was before the plane crash near D.C.

by: MSN

Air traffic controllers were initially offered buyouts and told to consider leaving government

Air traffic controllers were initially offered buyouts and told to consider leaving government - Just a day before a deadly midair collision at Reagan National Airport outside Washington, D

by: MSN

Budget 2025: Broadband connectivity for all government schools, health centres

While presenting the Union Budget today, the Finance Minister said broadband connectivity will be extended to all government secondary and primary schools to "ensure better access to digital learning resources".

by: MSN

Aadhav Arjuna joins Vijay's TVK after controversial exit from Thirumalvalan's party

Aadhav Arjuna joined Vijay's Thamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam after his suspension from VCK, stating he sought Thirumavalavan's blessings and aimed to achieve a decade's work in ten months.

by: MSN

War of words breaks out between KCR and CM Revanth Reddy

Trump wants to cut the federal workforce. Who they are and what that means

President Trump's efforts to cut the federal workforce by 10% might not save as much money as hoped and could have unintended consequences. NPR explains why.

The article from WFAE discusses former President Donald Trump's plan to significantly reduce the federal workforce if he were to return to office. Trump has expressed intentions to cut what he describes as "waste, fraud and abuse" within the federal government, targeting a reduction of up to 50% of the federal workforce. This would involve not filling positions left vacant by attrition and potentially firing employees, focusing particularly on what he perceives as unnecessary or redundant roles. The federal workforce, which includes over 2 million civilian employees, plays critical roles in various sectors like national security, health care, and public services. Critics argue that such cuts could severely impair government functionality, potentially affecting services like Social Security, Medicare, and national defense. The article also touches on the legal and practical challenges of implementing such drastic measures, including civil service protections and the need for Congressional approval for significant changes.

Read the Full WFAE Article at:
https://www.wfae.org/politics/2025-01-31/trump-wants-to-cut-the-federal-workforce-who-they-are-and-what-that-means