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President Trump signs order to end diversity programs, put federal DEI staffers on paid leave
A memo from the U.S. Office of Personnel Management went to every department and agency, and gave them until 5 p.m. local time on Wednesday to notify all federal employees who work on DEI programs ...CBS News - Jan. 22 -
Trump executive order on DEI workers puts many in limbo
President Trump has ordered all federal DEI employees be put on paid leave by 5 p.m. Eastern on Wednesday, causing confusion for many. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has more.CBS News - Jan. 22 -
US police union that backed Trump says January 6 pardons send ‘dangerous message’
Fraternal Order of Police and International Association of Chiefs of Police criticize blanket clemency to 1,500. The largest police union in the US, which endorsed Donald Trump during his ...The Guardian - Jan. 22 -
Trump orders all federal DEI employees be put on leave
President Trump is ordering all federal workers in diversity, equity and inclusion roles be placed on paid leave. It comes as the president faces backlash from both sides of the aisle for the ...NBC News - Jan. 22 -
Trump orders all federal DEI staff be put on leave
President Trump has ordered all federal offices to put their diversity, equity and inclusion employees on paid leave by 5 p.m. Wednesday. Mr. Trump signed an executive order Monday claiming that ...CBS News - Jan. 22 -
Trump’s Suspension of Refugee Admissions Puts Afghans at Risk, Advocate Says
The order “risks abandoning thousands of Afghan wartime allies” who worked with Americans before the Taliban takeover, the head of a resettlement group said.The New York Times - Jan. 21 -
As Trump takes office, the European Union says it's ready to do business with the world
The European Union is keen to partner with countries around the world and is "open for business," European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen said Tuesday.CNBC - Jan. 21 -
Ros Atkins on... Donald Trump's new diversity policies
The president has moved to change the US government's policies on gender and diversity - here's what that means.BBC News - Jan. 21 -
Scores of Senior Diplomats Are Leaving Posts as Trump Takes Office
The departures are common when a transition takes place, but it is now happening more quickly and on a larger scale than under previous administrations, a U.S. official said.The New York Times - Jan. 20 -
Without putting hand on Bible, Trump takes oath of office
President Donald Trump didn't place his hand on the Bible as he took the oath of office on Monday.ABC News - Jan. 20 -
State Dept staff shakeup accelerated ahead of Trump's inauguration, 2 sources say
At least 20 State Department officials were told to resign from leadership roles before Trump took office, two sources said.CBS News - Jan. 20 -
Costco union representing 18,000 workers authorizes nationwide strike
The union said 85% of its members approved a work stoppage.CNBC - Jan. 20 -
Trump to sign orders ending diversity programs
Trump is set to axe funding dedicated to promoting diversity, equity and inclusion within the federal government.CBS News - Jan. 20 -
‘I will very simply put America first’: Trump sets tone for second term in inaugural address
President Donald Trump started his inaugural address to begin his second term, saying that he plans to put “America first.”NBC News - Jan. 20 -
Rail lines reopen after freight train breakdown
Gatwick Express, Southern and Thameslink services are all facing disruption until 12:00 GMT.BBC News - Jan. 20 -
What to expect from Donald Trump on 1st day of 2nd term
Meet the Press moderator Kristen Welker and NBC’s Hallie Jackson join TODAY to preview Donald Trump’s return to the White House and executive actions he plans to take.NBC News - Jan. 20 -
Biden administration says it will leave TikTok ban enforcement for Trump
President Joe Biden's administration said it will be up to President-elect Donald Trump to implement the ban on TikTok.NBC News - Jan. 17 -
Dept. of Education: Title IX applies to athlete pay
The direct payment plans that many major college athletic departments are making for athletes would violate Title IX law, according to a Department of Education memo.ESPN - Jan. 17 -
John Bolton says Trump put "enormous pressure" on Netanyahu
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delayed the Cabinet vote on the ceasefire deal, citing a "last-minute crisis" with Hamas. The vote is now set for Friday. John Bolton, former U.S. ...CBS News - Jan. 16 -
Trump will 'put measures in place' to stop TikTok ban, top adviser says
Incoming National Security Adviser Mike Waltz says the law allows a 90-day grace period for the app's Chinese owner.BBC News - Jan. 16 -
Johnson says Capitol flags will be flown at full-staff during Trump inauguration
Flags are supposed to be lowered for 30 days to honor former President Jimmy Carter.CBS News - Jan. 14 -
L.A. County wildfires leave diverse and historic Altadena in ashes and rubble
Families of color, making up over half of Altadena, have bought homes and kept them for generations. The Black home ownership rate exceeds 80%, almost double the national rate.NBC News - Jan. 13 -
What US workers can expect from Trump’s second term
New administration expected to largely favour employers over the rank and file on issues such as remote workFinancial Times - Jan. 12 -
NATO takes over key asset before start of Trump term
Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story NATO takes over Polish air defenses from United States The ...The Hill - Jan. 10 -
Trump attends Carter funeral after meeting with senators on second term agenda
NBC News Correspondent Vaughn Hillyard joins Meet the Press NOW to report on President-elect Trump’s meeting with GOP Senators on Capitol Hill to discuss early legislative strategy for his incoming ...NBC News - Jan. 9 -
Service Workers Union Rejoins AFL-CIO After 20 Years as Labor Girds for Trump 2.0
The Service Employees International Union, which has 2 million members, will renew its affiliation with the umbrella labor union, bringing membership to about 15 million.Inc. - Jan. 9 -
Dockworkers union chief calls Trump 'hero' after reaching deal to avert strike
The head of the dockworkers union praised President-elect Trump for his support amid contract negotiations with port operators, particularly on the issue of automation. The International ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
A survival guide for Democrats during Trump’s second term
The next four years will be a test for America. Humanizing those we disagree with is the only way to get America back.The Hill - Jan. 9 -
Major service workers union joins forces with AFL-CIO as second Trump term looms
The Service Employees International Union said it is re-joining the AFL-CIO. With the addition of SEIU, membership will expand to 15 million workers.NBC News - Jan. 9 -
Iran puts on show of force with war games ahead of Trump's second term
Weeks before Trump's inauguration, Iran is preparing for potential threats to its nuclear facilities – and for the possible domestic reaction.CBS News - Jan. 8 -
Amazon workers in North Carolina to vote on unionization next month
If the election is successful, the warehouse would be only the second Amazon site in the U.S. to unionize.CNBC - Jan. 8 -
Justice Dept. to Hold Off Releasing Report on Trump Documents Case
But in a court filing, the department indicated that it would release a separate report about Donald J. Trump’s efforts to overturn the 2020 election as soon as possible.The New York Times - Jan. 8 -
European Union won't allow attacks on borders, French minister says after Trump's Greenland comments
In an interview Wednesday, Jean-Noël Barrot addressed the U.S. president-elect's interest in Greenland.CNBC - Jan. 8 -
Derek Carr says he won't take a pay cut to remain with Saints: 'Especially with what I put on tape'
Questions remain about Carr's futureCBS Sports - Jan. 7 -
Get ready to rumble if Trump tries to eliminate the Dept. of Education
Though most Americans have little idea what the Department of Education does, there are many reasons it has withstood decades of GOP attacks.The Hill - Jan. 5