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Federal government buyouts threaten U.S. national security, ex-officials say
The Trump administration's offer to extend deferred resignations to the intelligence community poses a grave threat to U.S. national security interests, ex-officials say.ABC News - 4h -
Kinzinger says Democrats ‘suprised and flat footed’ after Musk actions on federal government
Former Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-Ill.) said Democrats have appeared “surprised and flat footed” after actions taken by tech billionaire Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) on ...The Hill - 9h -
National security adviser on President Trump's proposal for Gaza Strip and U.S. intervening
National security adviser Mike Waltz joined "CBS Mornings" to talk about President Trump's proposal for the U.S. to "take over the Gaza Strip," which he mentioned in a press conference Tuesday. ...CBS News - 18h -
Federal workers who take buyout must waive their right to legal action, contract says
Federal employees who have been offered a buyout have begun receiving a copy of the contract they must sign in order to accept the offer.ABC News - 1d -
At least 20K have accepted Trump's government buyout offer
At least 20,000 federal employees have accepted what amounts to a buyout from the Trump administration, a source confirmed to The Hill on Tuesday. Employees still have until Feb. 6 to accept the ...The Hill - 1d -
Some GOP officials say federal workers buyout program is illegal
Some Republicans have pointed out at least two reasons the offer for "deferred resignations" to government employees is unlawful.CBS News - 2d -
USAID to be merged into State Department, 3 U.S. officials say
USAID will remain a humanitarian aid entity, but its funding and workforce will be significantly reduced, officials said.CBS News - 2d -
Two top security officials at USAID placed on leave, sources say
USAID Director for Security John Vorhees and Deputy Director for Security Brian McGill were put on leave last night, two sources confirmed to CBS News.CBS News - 3d -
Sen. Warner says Trump removal of security for officials is "all about retribution"
Sen. Mark Warner said President Trump's decision to remove security protection for former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and former chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark Milley is "all ...CBS News - 3d -
Trump administration's potential FBI firings make "America less safe," ex-FBI official says
As sources say senior FBI officials have been asked to resign or retire from top positions and others who investigated the Jan. 6 riot are undergoing review, former FBI assistant director for ...CBS News - 3d -
Why the Trump-Musk buyout offer risks dumbing government down
History teaches that running the government is different from running a business and that a downsized workforce is not synonymous with a more efficient workforce.The Hill - 4d -
Housing migrants at Guantanamo comes with challenges, national security expert says
ABC News’ Phil Lipof talks to Fordham Law School's Karen Greenberg about President Donald Trump’s plan to hold migrants at Guantanamo Bay.ABC News - 5d -
Security at ISIS Camps in Syria Threatened by U.S. Funding Freeze
A halt in foreign aid may undermine American organizations’ support for forces that guard the two largest camps holding Islamic State members and their families.The New York Times - 6d -
OpenAI partners with U.S. National Laboratories on scientific research, nuclear weapons security
OpenAI on Thursday said it's signed a partnership allowing the U.S. National Laboratories to use its latest line of AI models.CNBC - 6d -
OpenAI partners with U.S. National Laboratories on scientific research, nuclear weapons security
OpenAI said Thursday that the U.S. National Laboratories will be using its latest artificial intelligence models for scientific research and nuclear weapons security.NBC News - 6d -
Officials say 'no survivors' expected after crash at Reagan National Airport
Officials said there were no survivors after a regional jet and military helicopter collided Wednesday evening over the Potomac River. Washington Fire and EMS Chief John Donnelly said Thursday ...The Hill - 6d -
Some government employees dismayed after Musk jokes about buyout offer
After the Trump administration offered two million government employees buyouts on Tuesday, DOGE head Elon Musk joked about the offer, leaving some employees dismayed.ABC News - Jan. 29 -
Examining the legality of Trump's buyout offer to federal workers
President Trump is offering around two million federal workers to resign and be paid through September. Some Democratic lawmakers are pushing back against the buyouts, claiming they aren't legal. ...CBS News - Jan. 29 -
Federal Spending Freeze Threatens Ecosystems and Public Safety
A White House memo ordered a halt to federal assistance and a review to align spending with Donald Trump’s priorities. Many legal experts say the order is unconstitutional.Wired - Jan. 29 -
Shadows of Musk in the Government’s Buyouts Plan
President Trump’s chief cost-cutter cheered an effort to persuade federal workers to quit — in a fashion that closely resembles a purge at Twitter.The New York Times - Jan. 29 -
DeepSeek raises national security concerns, U.S. officials say
Lawmakers and experts say China's DeepSeek AI app could expose U.S. users to risks and promote censorship.CBS News - Jan. 28 -
Trump administration to offer buyouts to all federal workers ahead of return to office
The Trump administration is offering all 2 million federal employees what amounts to a buyout if they do not intend to return to work in person later this year, sources confirmed to The Hill. Four ...The Hill - Jan. 28 -
Rep. Mike Turner says TikTok "remains a national security threat"
Rep. Mike Turner, the former chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, said TikTok "remains a national security threat" despite President Trump's effort to maintain access to the popular ...CBS News - Jan. 26 -
Republican Rep. Mike Turner says TikTok "remains a national security threat"
Republican Rep. Mike Turner, who led the House Intelligence Committee until earlier this month, tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that although President Trump signed an executive order ...CBS News - Jan. 26 -
Trump’s Rapid Changes in U.S. Government Stuns, Stirs Anxiety Among Federal Workers
The flurry of executive actions has upended nearly every aspect of working for the federal government, and the security of public sector work has nearly vanished.Inc. - Jan. 24 -
U.S. Security Contractors Going to Gaza to Oversee Truce, Officials Say
The contractors have been enlisted to do weapons checks on vehicles carrying displaced Palestinians back to their homes in the north under the terms of the new cease-fire.The New York Times - Jan. 23 -
Jamie Dimon says Trump's tariff policy is positive for national security so people should 'get over it'
Dimon did not get into the details of Trump's plans, but said it depends on how the duties are implemented.CNBC - Jan. 22 -
Trump executive order says federal government only recognizes "two sexes"
The executive order means Americans won't be able to select "X" on passports any longer.CBS News - Jan. 21 -
Trump says U.S. government will only recognize two genders, male and female
During his inaugural address, Donald Trump said the United States would adopt an official policy of recognizing only two genders, male and female. Trump accused the government of "trying to ...NBC News - Jan. 20 -
US will want Chagos Islands deal reversed, Trump’s ex-national security adviser suggests – UK politics live
Westminster is preparing for Donald Trump’s second term ahead of the US president’s inauguration in Washington. Most people in Washington have not woken up yet, but our US politics live blog ...The Guardian - Jan. 20 -
Incoming National Security Adviser Mike Waltz says "Hamas will never govern Gaza"
Mike Waltz, who will take over as national security adviser in the incoming Trump administration, tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that the new administration will support Israel if ...CBS News - Jan. 19 -
Sudan’s Military Has Used Chemical Weapons Twice, U.S. Officials Say
The determination came as the United States announced sanctions against the Sudanese military chief, saying there was strong evidence of atrocities in the country.The New York Times - Jan. 16 -
Drones delivering weapons to jails is national security threat, prisons inspector says
The prisons watchdog says drones are delivering weapons to two of England's highest security prisons.BBC News - Jan. 14 -
Kelly says he is aware TikTok ban 'is controversial,' but there is 'national security risk to' app
Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) said Sunday he is aware that the possible TikTok ban “is controversial,” yet the app “has a national security risk to it.” “I imagine [there's going to] be a disruption in ...The Hill - Jan. 12 -
Biden speaks with Netanyahu as top U.S. official says a hostage deal is close
WASHINGTON — U.S. President Joe Biden spoke on Sunday with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the White House said, as U.S. officials race to reach a Gaza hostage and ceasefire deal before ...NBC News - Jan. 12 -
Panama Canal will remain Panamanian and open to all nations, says official
Administrator rejects Donald Trump’s claims that China controls canal or suggestion US could take it back. Who owns the Panama Canal and what does Trump want with it? The Panama Canal will ...The Guardian - Jan. 10 -
Biden says federal government to cover 100% of costs for initial LA fire recovery
President Joe Biden on Thursday announced the federal government would cover 100% of costs of the initial federal disaster response to the Los Angeles wildfires.ABC News - Jan. 10 -
Jean-Marie Le Pen, founder of France's far right National Front, dies at 96, a senior party official says
Jean-Marie Le Pen, founder of France's far right National Front, dies at 96, a senior party official saysABC News - Jan. 7