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Chamber of Commerce in USA Worried About Donald Trump's Statements of Cutting Aid, Netizens Unmoved

The South African Chamber of Commerce in the US said that the more than R8 billion in pledged funding to SA will be jeopardised by Donald Trump's announcement.

by: StamfordAdvocate

Trump's Project 2025 agenda caps decades-long resistance to 20th century progressive reform

Alternatively disavowed and embraced by President Donald Trump during his 2024 campaign, Project 2025 is a collection of conservative policy proposals - many written by veterans of his first administration. It echoes similar projects, both liberal and conservative, setting out a bold agenda for a new administration.

by: Sky

Will school report cards help inform parents?

The new system will see each school given one of five grades - from "exemplary" to "causing concern" and a traffic light rating of red, amber and green.

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Elon Musk's reaction to senator's 'no one elected you' comment

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Marco Rubio says he is now acting director of USAID amid turmoil within agency

Marco Rubio says he is now acting director of USAID amid turmoil within the agency. The Trump administration appears intent on dismantling the agency.

by: Slate

I'm a Federal Worker. Elon Musk's Government Data Heist Is the Entire Ballgame.

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by: kfoxtv

Abbott vows pay raises for teachers and more property tax relief

"Abbott vows pay raises for teachers and more property tax relief" was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that in

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ANALYSIS: Cancelling Starlink was easy. Trump-proofing Ontario's electricity will be hard

Doug Ford wants to massively expand the province's capacity to generate nuclear power. But a made-in-Canada approach carries real risks.

by: Reuters

OPEC+ rolls over oil policy, ditches US government data

OPEC+ agreed to stick to its policy of gradually raising oil output from April on Monday and removed the U.S. government's Energy Information Administration from the sources used to monitor its production and adherence to supply pacts.

by: RealClearPolitics

Bannon: Trump's "Monroe Doctrine 2.0" Strategy Is More Than Tariffs, Economically And Strategically

"War Room" host Steve Bannon runs down what is happening in the world as the third week of the second Trump presidency begins: STEVE BANNON: Days of thunder continue on, and I think it's very important now for the War Room Posse because we do have a lot of work to do.

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Why does Musk want USAID 'to die'? And why did its website disappear?

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Proposed ballot question seeks to ensure Pittsburgh's sewer and water system remains public

Activists and Pittsburgh City Council members aim to put a question on the May 20 ballot that could safeguard Pittsburgh's water and sewer system from privatization.

by: CNN

Latest on Trump's presidency as he pauses Mexico tariffs and moves ahead with government changes

The fate of the US Agency for International Development (USAID) appears bleak after Elon Musk said Trump agreed the agency needs to be "shut down," following days of speculation over the future of the agency after its funding was frozen and dozens of its employees were put on leave.

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Trump 2nd term live updates: Trump defends Elon Musk's recent DOGE moves

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

by: Slate

Will the Supreme Court Force Taxpayers to Pay for Catholic Schooling?

The Oklahoma Supreme Court agreed with the state of Oklahoma and blocked the opening of St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School, but recently, the U.S. Supreme Court St. Isidore is using the courts to further its own conservative Catholic agenda,

by: Yahoo

FAA's ground stop proves business needs a functioning government to thrive

—The FAA's role is a reminder that the U.S. needs a functioning federal government to keep planes running on time, among many other things. Gridlock and partisan stalemate are not good for business or the economy.

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Trump to cut off funding for South Africa over expropriation act

Three U.S. Army soldiers were onboard a BlackHawk helicopter that collided with a passenger jet near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, U.S. officials said on Wednesday.

by: CNN

The latest on Trump's presidency as tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China loom

President Donald Trump announced extraordinary new tariffs over the weekend on Mexico, Canada and China, and the leaders of all three countries have since announced retaliatory measures. Follow for live updates.

by: ABC

Trump 2nd term updates: Trump says USAID is run by 'radical lunatics'

President Donald Trump made good on his threats to impose tariffs on some of the U.S.'s trading partners, announcing Saturday that he will levy 25% tariffs on some goods from Canada and Mexico and 10% on Chinese goods.

by: Slate

I'm a Federal Worker. People Don't Understand the Level of Heist Elon Musk Is Perpetrating.

On Friday night, reports emerged that Elon Musk's aides had tussled with Office of Personnel Management and Treasury staffers while demanding access to troves of information about federal employees. And on Sunday,

by: ABC

Turmoil inside USAID: Staff to work from home as Musk seeks to shut down agency

Amid ongoing turmoil inside the U.S. Agency for International Development, sources say that Department of Government Efficiency staffers have moved to take over offices.

by: MSN

Oklahoma's DOGE-OK aims to streamline government, cut waste, and maintain flat budgets

Gov. Kevin Stitt announced the creation of the Divison of Government Efficiency (DOGE-OK) for Oklahoma.Stitt issued an executive order adding DOGE-OK

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OPM, following DOGE plans, sends federal workers 2nd email as AGs say not to accept

The Office of Personnel Management, carrying out Elon Musk's plan to trim the government, has sent federal workers a follow-up email about its deferred resignation offer.

by: MSN

FM Nafti and Libyan counterpart agree to lift restrictions hindering flow at border crossings

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration, and Tunisians Abroad Mohamed Ali Nafti said that an agreement was reached with his Libyan counterpart Al-Taher Al-Baour, during a meeting held on Monday in Tunis,

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World News Live Today February 4, 2025: Donald Trump to talk with President Xi Jinping after slapping 10% tariff on Chinese imports

Get real-time updates on international politics, economic changes, conflicts, and environmental issues. Access the latest breaking news and in-depth stories as they happen, keeping you informed of events shaping the world.

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Elon Musk holds first X Spaces for his D.O.G.E, shares plan to terminate USAID and others

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Why Musk's access to the Treasury payment system is so dangerous

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Trump Says Elon Musk 'Won't Do Anything Without Our Approval' Amid Concerns Over His Political Influence

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Dozens of Education Department workers are put on leave over Trump's anti-DEI order

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USAID tells employees to stay home hours after Elon Musk said it was going to be shut down

USAID sent a message on Monday morning telling employees based in DC to work remotely, without saying whether and when headquarters would reopen.

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UK politics - live: Starmer responds to Trump tariff threats as US and EU markets tank over trade war fears

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Trump admin may ax more than 1,000 EPA workers hired under Biden's renewable energy push: report

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is eyeing downsizing by more than 1,000 employees, many of whom were hired by the Biden administration to work on climate change, air pollution and environmental regulation programs.

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US News Live Today February 4, 2025: Trump signs executive order creating US sovereign wealth fund, here's what to know

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Trump isn't closely monitoring Musk as he does the 'dirty work' for him

Trump isn't closely monitoring Musk as he does the 'dirty work' for him - Musk, the richest person in the world, has amassed wide-ranging authority without having a formal government role or congressi

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EPA warns more than 1,100 employees could be fired 'immediately' amid Trump government cutbacks

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France's government is fighting for survival over its 2025 budget. Here's what to know

French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou used special executive powers Monday to get the country's 2025 budget approved without a vote by lawmakers, and now faces a no-confidence motion that threatens the survival of his 6-week-old government.

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Musk On USAID,'Time For It To Die,' And Trump Agrees

With a budget of over $50 billion approved by Congress, USAID is an independent federal agency focusing on long-term socioeconomic development.

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Trump says 'Starmer has been very nice' before warning UK 'out of line' on trade

The US president warned new tariffs and taxes could be on the cards for the UK which he views as being 'out of line' on trade, but one 'can be worked out'.

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DR Congo: People in Goma face immense challenges in wake of fighting

In Goma, people are still suffering in the aftermath of the recent fighting between the M23 rebels and the Congolese army. A family recounts their traumatic experiences during - and after- the fighting.

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How Marco Rubio, Pete Hegseth and others made it to Trump's Cabinet

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Ford 'ripping up' Ontario's $100M contract with Elon Musk's Starlink system

Doug Ford says the Ontario government is 'ripping up' its $100-million contract with Elon Musk's Starlink to provide high-speed internet to northern and rural communities.

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Hochul's spending plan takes another swing at government efficiency

A proposed state office focused on "innovation and efficiency" was a key point in Gov. Kathy Hochul's plan to increase government accountability when she unveiled her State of the State policy book in early January.

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What is USAID and why Trump and Elon Musk want to shut it down? Explained in 10 points

Elon Musk has said the US government is planning to shut down US Agency for International Development (USAID) — a decades' old organisation responsible for carrying out foreign aid programmes around the world.

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Farouk Kibet claims Raila's AUC victory will end tribalism in Kenya

Farouk Kibet has told off Kenyans praying for Azimio leader Raila Odinga to lose in the AUC chairmanship election, arguing that his win will eradicate tribalism.

by: MSN

How Donald Trump's sudden decision to cut aid to SA could affect the country

The South African Chamber of Commerce in the US said that the more than R8 billion in pledged funding to SA will be jeopardised by Donald Trump's announcement.

by: MSN

Musk's wrecking ball pierces government's inner sanctum

Elon Musk and his cost-slashing allies are taking a hammer to the massive bureaucracy that staffs the U.S. government — and a scalpel to any senior officials who dare put up a fight. Why it matters: Musk isn't the only force driving the Trump administration's escalating purge of civil servants.

by: MSN

Delhi Elections 2025: Public holiday declared in Delhi, Haryana on February 5

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UK politics - live: Trump hints Britain may dodge tariffs as US-EU trade war looms

Trump hints Britain may dodge tariffs as US-EU trade war looms - US president warns of EU tariffs 'soon' as row risks overshadowing PM's key meeting with European leaders

Turmoil inside USAID: Staff to work from home as Musk seeks to shut down agency

Amid ongoing turmoil inside the U.S. Agency for International Development, sources say that Department of Government Efficiency staffers have moved to take over offices.
The article from ABC News discusses internal turmoil at the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) where senior officials are reportedly being sidelined by political appointees, leading to a significant drop in morale. This situation has been exacerbated by the influence of Republican members of Congress, particularly Rep. Michael McCaul and Rep. Chris Smith, who have been pushing for changes in USAID's operations, including the handling of sensitive issues like abortion and religious freedom. The article highlights how these political pressures have led to the marginalization of career staff, with some officials being reassigned or having their responsibilities diminished. This has resulted in a climate of fear and uncertainty among USAID employees, with concerns about the agency's ability to effectively carry out its mission due to the politicization of its operations. Additionally, there are mentions of specific cases where USAID's policies on reproductive health and religious freedom have been directly influenced by these political figures, leading to internal conflicts and operational challenges.

Read the Full ABC Article at:
https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/turmoil-inside-usaid-doge-reps-offices-senior-officials/story?id=118368900