DOGE latest: What is a probationary worker?
Federal workers, particularly what’s known as probationary workers, are preparing for sweeping layoffs. Here's what that means.
Federal workers, particularly what’s known as probationary workers, are preparing for sweeping layoffs. Here's what that means.
The latest on NYC Mayor Eric Adams’ criminal case, deputy mayors’ resignations
Trump's DOJ and Adams' lawyers are being summoned by a federal judge in New York to discuss the motion to dismiss Mayor Adams' criminal case.
Trump's DOJ and Adams' lawyers are being summoned by a federal judge in New York to discuss the motion to dismiss Mayor Adams' criminal case.
Trump executive order aims to make IVF more affordable, White House says
The executive order aims to protect IVF access and lower treatment costs, according to the White House.
The executive order aims to protect IVF access and lower treatment costs, according to the White House.
Trump fires hundreds of FAA workers weeks after deadly DCA plane crash
The Trump administration has begun firing several hundred Federal Aviation Administration employees, upending staff on a busy air travel weekend and just weeks after a January fatal mid-air collision at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
The Trump administration has begun firing several hundred Federal Aviation Administration employees, upending staff on a busy air travel weekend and just weeks after a January fatal mid-air collision at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
IRS may lay off thousands of workers in the middle of tax season
The IRS will lay off thousands of probationary workers in the middle of tax season, according to two sources familiar with the agency’s plans, and cuts could come as soon as this week.
The IRS will lay off thousands of probationary workers in the middle of tax season, according to two sources familiar with the agency’s plans, and cuts could come as soon as this week.
NYC moves to sue Trump administration over FEMA funding
New York City plans to sue the Trump administration over $80M in FEMA funds. Comptroller Brad Lander urged the Adams administration to file a lawsuit or let him hire his own attorneys.
New York City plans to sue the Trump administration over $80M in FEMA funds. Comptroller Brad Lander urged the Adams administration to file a lawsuit or let him hire his own attorneys.
Justice Department asks for charges against Mayor Adams to be dismissed
The Justice Department has asked a court to drop corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams.
The Justice Department has asked a court to drop corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams.
Trump's mug shot from Fulton County Jail hangs in White House
President Donald Trump has prominently displayed a framed copy of a tabloid newspaper featuring his mug shot on the cover in a room adjacent to the Oval Office.
President Donald Trump has prominently displayed a framed copy of a tabloid newspaper featuring his mug shot on the cover in a room adjacent to the Oval Office.
CDC to lose nearly 1,300 probationary employees under Trump's job cuts
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is set to lose nearly 1,300 probationary employees—about 10% of its workforce—as part of a broader federal decision to remove all probationary employees from the agency.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is set to lose nearly 1,300 probationary employees—about 10% of its workforce—as part of a broader federal decision to remove all probationary employees from the agency.
Live updates: Trump hosts India's PM after increasing US tariffs
President Trump signed another executive order increasing U.S. tariffs before hosting India's prime minister at the White House.
President Trump signed another executive order increasing U.S. tariffs before hosting India's prime minister at the White House.
Will President Donald Trump attend the Daytona 500?
President Donald Trump attended Super Bowl LIX, becoming the first sitting president to attend the event. Will he attend the 2025 NASCAR Daytona 500 race in Florida?
President Donald Trump attended Super Bowl LIX, becoming the first sitting president to attend the event. Will he attend the 2025 NASCAR Daytona 500 race in Florida?
Adams meets with Trump border Czar as NYC faces FEMA cuts, ICE raids, DOJ charges
This is "the first critical test of whether we still have independent leadership at City Hall," said Lander, an Adams critic who is challenging him in June’s Democratic primary.
This is "the first critical test of whether we still have independent leadership at City Hall," said Lander, an Adams critic who is challenging him in June’s Democratic primary.
75,000 federal workers take buyout after judge approves Trump’s downsizing plan
A federal judge has cleared the way for President Donald Trump's deferred resignation program aimed at downsizing the federal workforce.
A federal judge has cleared the way for President Donald Trump's deferred resignation program aimed at downsizing the federal workforce.
Trump elected chairman of Kennedy Center, replaces board with loyalists
Less than a week after announcing his intention to take over the role, President Donald Trump was elected chairman of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on Wednesday.
Less than a week after announcing his intention to take over the role, President Donald Trump was elected chairman of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on Wednesday.
Senate confirms Tulsi Gabbard as top intelligence official
Tulsi Gabbard, one of President Donald Trump’s most controversial cabinet picks, has been confirmed as the next U.S. director of national intelligence.
Tulsi Gabbard, one of President Donald Trump’s most controversial cabinet picks, has been confirmed as the next U.S. director of national intelligence.
East Bay man creates anti-Trump 'Grounds for Impeachment' coffee
Jay Maille of Pleasanton is resisting the Trump administration with coffee.
Jay Maille of Pleasanton is resisting the Trump administration with coffee.
Trump, Musk defend DOGE's work: 'We found fraud and abuse'
President Donald Trump signed an executive order advancing Elon Musk’s work leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
President Donald Trump signed an executive order advancing Elon Musk’s work leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
Trump doubles down on Gaza plan after meeting with king of Jordan
During a White House meeting with Jordan’s King Abdullah II, President Donald Trump reiterated his proposal for the U.S. to take control of Gaza.
During a White House meeting with Jordan’s King Abdullah II, President Donald Trump reiterated his proposal for the U.S. to take control of Gaza.
Judge tells agencies to restore public health websites removed under Trump order
A federal judge has told government agencies to restore public access to health-related webpages and datasets they removed to comply with an executive order by President Donald Trump.
A federal judge has told government agencies to restore public access to health-related webpages and datasets they removed to comply with an executive order by President Donald Trump.
Trump targeting showerheads, LED light bulbs in next environmental order
President Trump has long complained of showerheads that use less water and other energy-efficient appliances.
President Trump has long complained of showerheads that use less water and other energy-efficient appliances.



















