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USAID contractors ask judge to hold Trump admin in civil contempt for violating order to lift spending freeze
A coalition of U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) contractors and nonprofits who claim President Trump's executive order to freeze foreign aid could irreparably harm their operations ...The Hill - 22h -
Can America's specialty farmers fill demand if Trump's tariffs hit niche crops?
Many of the specialty foods Americans enjoy are almost entirely imported from abroad. The few growers who cultivate these items domestically say it’s a tough business.NBC News - Feb. 10 -
Can Trump bring unions into the GOP fold? His labor nominee presents a major test
President Donald Trump has repeatedly challenged Senate Republicans with his Cabinet picksABC News - Feb. 10 -
Can Trump keep his promise to end the war in Ukraine? It’s possible – but it won’t be easy | Christopher Chivvis
The president has made big statements. But securing real peace will involve a mix of global diplomacy, threats and sweeteners. • Christopher S Chivvis is a senior fellow and director of the ...The Guardian - Feb. 10 -
What the polls can tell us about the early days of Trump's second term: From the Politics Desk
What the polls shows the public thinks about the early days of President Donald Trump's administration.NBC News - Feb. 10 -
Worried Trump’s aluminum tariffs will raise prices on canned drinks and metal appliances? Here’s what to expect.
There’s good news for shoppers concerned that Trump’s latest tariffs will raise prices on six-packs of beer.MarketWatch - Feb. 11 -
Trump really can achieve lasting peace between Russia and Ukraine — here’s how
President Trump has stated that he has begun to work with Russian President Vladimir Putin to put an end the war between Ukraine and Russia “immediately.”The Hill - Feb. 13 -
Senate Democrat: McConnell's vote against Gabbard indicates 'Trump cult' can be 'broken'
Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) said during an interview that Sen. Mitch McConnell’s (R-Ky.) final vote against Tulsi Gabbard, the newly sworn-in director of national intelligence, indicates that ...The Hill - Feb. 13 -
Why is Trump behaving like a bully over tariffs? Because he can | Gene Marks
The huge size of the US economy means that the president can throw his weight around – and we can’t say we weren’t warned. Why is Donald Trump so obsessed with tariffs? If you ask me, it’s ...The Guardian - 5d -
How Trump’s antitrust officers can tackle Big Tech and keep America innovative
Striking the right balance between punishing anticompetitive behavior and allowing companies to leverage their scale to satisfy consumers would be a win for innovation and prosperity.The Hill - 5d -
GOP Sen. Mullin: Trump is the only person who can force Putin to the table
GOP Sen. Markwayne Mullin said Trump has the capability to apply pressure to Russian President Vladimir Putin to negotiate a deal to end the war in Ukraine.ABC News - 4d -
This is Farage’s moment of reckoning: he can choose British voters – or Putin and Trump | Gaby Hinsliff
The Reform leader and Kemi Badenoch have struck the wrong alliances at the wrong time. Ukrainian sovereignty is a cause close to rightwing hearts. Timing is everything in politics. So when the ...The Guardian - 2d -
Even Trump can be cajoled into doing the right thing – you just have to know which buttons to press | Kenneth Roth
In decades spent convincing world leaders to protect human rights, I’ve learned a thing or two about working with his type. Kenneth Roth is a former executive director of Human Rights Watch and ...The Guardian - 1d -
U.S.A.I.D. Workers Brace for the Worst
A judge halted parts of the Trump administration’s plan to shut down the agency. A verdict might not come for weeks or even longer as thousands are left in limbo.The New York Times - Feb. 9 -
Tax tips for remote workers
If you're still working from home, you might be looking into some home office deductions as you prepare your taxes. Money and personal finance reporter Medora Lee joined CBS News to discuss those ...CBS News - 2d -
Ryan Day’s New Ohio State Deal Includes $80.5M Buyout
Ohio State head coach Ryan Day had his contract extended through the 2031 season with a salary increase that averages $12.5 million in annual compensation, the school announced on Thursday. The ...Yahoo Sports - Feb. 6 -
Celtics adding veteran wing Torrey Craig on buyout market
The Celtics have found the wing they were looking for on the buyout market by adding 34-year-old veteran Torrey Craig.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 6 -
Ben Simmons to sign with Clippers, per report, after agreeing to buyout with Nets
Simmons will head to Los Angeles to team up with Kawhi Leonard and James HardenCBS Sports - Feb. 8 -
Ben Simmons signs with Clippers after contract buyout with Nets
Simmons was released by the Nets following the NBA trade deadline.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 8 -
Wall Street nears sale of $3bn of debt tied to Musk’s Twitter buyout
Billionaire’s close ties to re-elected US president have piqued investors’ interestFinancial Times - Feb. 12 -
Javonte Green reportedly agrees to buyout with Pelicans, plans to sign with Cavaliers
Cleveland adds wing depth for the remainder of the season by signing the veteran.Yahoo Sports - 15h -
Sources: Green eyes Cavs move after Pels buyout
Pelicans forward Javonte Green has agreed to a contract buyout with the Pelicans and intends to sign with the Cavaliers upon clearing waivers, sources told ESPNESPN - 5h -
The US Government Is Not a Startup
Elon Musk and DOGE are moving fast and breaking things that can’t afford to be broken.Wired - Feb. 7 -
CFPB Workers Protest New Leadership
Russell Vought is now at the helm of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.Inc. - Feb. 9 -
Manfred: Dodgers spending 'within the rules'
Commissioner Rob Manfred acknowledged the widespread concern over payroll disparity in MLB but said he blames the system, not the Dodgers.ESPN - 1d -
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Inside Elon Musk's government takeover
A tech-focused media outlet has become a premiere source for breaking news on Elon Musk, his inner circle and their efforts to reshape the federal government. Katie Drummond, global editorial ...CBS News - Feb. 7 -
Bird flu confirmed in Nevada dairy worker
A dairy worker in Nevada is the state’s first human case of bird flu after the employee was exposed to infected dairy cattle. In a release Monday, the Central Nevada Health District confirmed the ...The Hill - Feb. 10 -
Dozens of CFPB Workers Fired in After-Hours Blitz
Some affected employees of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau were notified with an email that addressed them as [EmployeeFirstName][EmployeeLastName], [Job Title], [Division].Wired - Feb. 12 -
The jobs are there but America must now create the workers
Investment in training is crucial to produce the talent needed for the work of the futureFinancial Times - Feb. 13 -
More migrant workers claim UK farm exploitation
The UK government says it always takes "decisive action" where abusive practices are found on farms.BBC News - 6d -
How undocumented workers support America's dairy industry
President Trump spent much of his campaign vowing "mass deportations" of undocumented immigrants, and the first weeks of his term have been marked by public displays of immigration enforcement. It ...CBS News - 5d -
Utah Bans Collective Bargaining for Public Workers
Utah joined two other states in prohibiting collective bargaining for teachers, police officers and other public employees in a move that was seen as a possible blow to the country’s labor movement.The New York Times - 4d -
Amazon Workers in North Carolina Reject Union
Amazon believes its workers should have a direct relationship with the company.Inc. - 3d -
Firings Expand at Interior Department With Purge of Probationary Workers
More than 2,000 workers at the Interior Department were fired in recent days, according to counts from workers groups and those familiar with the cuts, as probationary workers were targeted across ...The New York Times - 1d -
Chipotle Plans to Hire 20,000 Workers for ‘Burrito Season’
As spring approaches, people’s thoughts will turn toward green grass, sunny days, the start of baseball, and, according to the fast-food chain, a hankering for burritos that will require its ...Inc. - 1d -
China Uses Public Shaming to Motivate State Workers
Local governments are handing out “snail awards” to underperforming employees. But, for many, doing as little as possible seems like the safest bet.The New York Times - 15h -
Rooney Rule founders point to diversity needs
They point to a paucity of black offensive coordinators, the pool often tapped for new head coaches.ESPN - Feb. 8 -
3 Small Business Rules for Grabbing Attention
In a crowded digital landscape, standing out is crucial for small businesses. Here’s how.Inc. - Feb. 9 -
Supreme Court Signals That Landmark Libel Ruling Is Secure
Attacked by two justices, lower-court judges and litigants, the 1964 ruling in New York Times v. Sullivan keeps getting cited approvingly in the Supreme Court’s decisions.The New York Times - Feb. 10
