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Pentagon orders thousands more troops to southern border
The Pentagon is sending up to 5,050 additional troops to the U.S.-Mexico border even as unlawful border crossings have sharply fallen in recent weeks. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered a ...The Hill - 2d -
Pentagon: $80M in savings found in initial DOGE scrutiny
The Pentagon, in initial work with Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has found some $80 million in what it's deemed wasteful spending, according to the building's top ...The Hill - 2d -
Hegseth Cuts Pentagon Work on Preventing Civilian Harm
Employees at the Pentagon’s Civilian Harm Mitigation and Response office were told their jobs would be eliminated, as would advisory posts at operational commands.The New York Times - 1d -
Senators fume over Musk
Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story GOP senators frustrated over Musk's campaign Republican senators vented their concerns about Elon Musk’s ...The Hill - 6d -
F1 testing in Bahrain: The key moments
The Formula 1 season got underway this week with three days of testing 2025 cars. Here's what happened in Bahrain.ESPN - 6d -
US politics briefing: Trump administration warns Kyiv and picks up court win in mass firings case
From the Trump administration’s latest moves abroad and in the US – here are the key US politics stories from Thursday at a glance. Thursday saw a judge rule that the Trump administration can ...The Guardian - Feb. 21 -
Dan Caine, Trump’s Joint Chiefs Pick, Had Unusual Path to Top Ranks
The general made an impression in 2018 when he said, according to the president, that the Islamic State could be defeated in a week.The New York Times - Feb. 22 -
What to know about Dan Caine, Trump’s pick to lead Joint Chiefs of Staff
President Trump ousted Air Force Gen. CQ Brown Jr., a President Biden appointee, who served as the U.S. chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff on Friday. “I want to thank General Charles ‘CQ’ Brown ...The Hill - Feb. 22 -
DeSantis promotes his wife as next Florida governor and takes a shot at Trump's pick
As Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis approaches the end of his term in office, he’s talking up one potential heir to succeed him in 2026: his wife Casey DeSantisABC News - Feb. 24 -
Trump’s FDA pick made his name by bashing the medical establishment. Soon he may be leading it
Food and Drug Administration nominee Dr. Marty Makary is known for his contrarian views and fiery criticism of traditional medical institutionsABC News - 2d -
Trump's NIH pick does not link vaccines with autism, but shows openness to more research
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, Trump's pick to lead the NIH, appeared to be open studies investigating potential links between vaccines and autism, a long-debunked theory.NBC News - 20h -
What's in the House GOP budget plan?
The House is expected to vote on a budget plan this week. It will be a key test to see if Republicans can unify around President Trump's agenda. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion ...CBS News - Feb. 24 -
What to Know About the Saudi Crown Prince’s Role in Global Diplomacy
The kingdom’s de facto leader, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, was once shunned in diplomatic circles. Now he is playing an important role in negotiations over Gaza and Ukraine.The New York Times - Feb. 20 -
With Musk's DOGE role, some Tesla owners rethink their allegiance
Elon Musk's close ties to President Trump is alienating some motorists. Wall Street analysts say that could hurt Tesla.CBS News - Feb. 24 -
Lester Holt to Leave ‘NBC Nightly News’ Anchor Role
The longtime newscaster said he would leave the daily news show at the “start of summer.” NBC did not immediately name a successor.The New York Times - Feb. 24 -
U.N. rejects U.S. resolution on Ukraine war that downplayed Russian role
The United States failed to get the U.N. General Assembly to approve its resolution urging an end to the war without mentioning Moscow's aggression.CBS News - Feb. 24 -
Major Asia bank to cut 4,000 roles as AI replaces humans
It makes DBS one of the first major banks to offer details on how AI will affect its operations.BBC News - Feb. 25 -
How private equity played a role in Red Lobster and TGI Fridays bankruptcies
In 2024, 21 restaurant and bar chains filed for bankruptcy. Ten of those had been backed by private equity, according to PitchBook.CNBC - Feb. 25 -
How does the White House characterize Elon Musk's role in DOGE, government?
Elon Musk is doubling down on his threat demanding federal workers explain what they did last week or lose their jobs. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro and CBS News executive director of ...CBS News - Feb. 25 -
US needs role in Ukraine to deter Putin, says PM
The PM stresses the importance of US help but Trump suggests responsibility lies with Europe.BBC News - Feb. 26 -
‘Day of Reckoning’: Trial Over Greenpeace’s Role in Pipeline Protest Begins
Energy Transfer, which owns the Dakota Access Pipeline, is seeking $300 million, a sum that Greenpeace says could bankrupt the storied environmental group.The New York Times - Feb. 27 -
Morning Report — From Cabinet to Capitol, Musk’s role questioned
In today’s issue: The Cabinet and Congress, at least for the time being, squirm in Elon Musk’s shadow. President Trump interjected to explain Musk’s actions during his Cabinet meeting Wednesday, ...The Hill - Feb. 27 -
Watch: Tough guy to eccentric grandad - a look back at Hackman's greatest roles
The much-celebrated actor's filmography includes Oscar-nominated dramas to comedic roles.BBC News - Feb. 27 -
Ben Stiller says Obama turned down speaking role on 'Severance'
Ben Stiller has revealed that former President Obama counts himself among the fans of "Severance" but still turned down a role on the popular Apple TV+ show. The "Zoolander" star, who's an ...The Hill - 1d -
This city helped the US back Ukraine. Now its role is uncertain
Scranton's ammunition plant makes weapons for Ukraine, and Zelensky paid it a visit last year.BBC News - 7h -
Two-thirds want leading or major world role for US: Gallup
More than 60 percent of Americans want the U.S. to take a leading or major role on the international stage, a new survey found. The survey, released Thursday by Gallup, found that 19 percent of ...The Hill - 2h -
Tan France on stepping into acting with a new role in Hulu's "Deli Boys"
Fashion expert and Emmy-winning "Queer Eye" star Tan France is stepping into acting with his first scripted role in the new Hulu comedy "Deli Boys." France, who plays a gang leader named Zubair, ...CBS News - 2h -
Musk to speak to Senate Republicans on Wednesday
Tech billionaire Elon Musk, the moving force behind the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), will meet with Senate Republicans on Wednesday to answer their questions and concerns about his ...The Hill - 23h -
Hegseth wants massive Pentagon cuts, but many obstacles stand in his way
To come anywhere close to Hegseth’s target, the Pentagon bureaucracy will engage in yet another cut drill, with many promising programs falling on the cutting room floor while legacy activities ...The Hill - Feb. 21 -
Hegseth previews Pentagon staffing cuts, targets probationary employees
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the Pentagon is preparing for a hiring freeze and an “aggressive” effort to fire civilian employees as the Trump administration’s axe to the federal workforce ...The Hill - Feb. 21 -
Pentagon to fire 5,400 probationary workers, institute hiring freeze
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has directed the Pentagon to come up with plans to cut 8% from the defense budget in each of the next five years, sources familiar with his plans told CBS News.CBS News - Feb. 21 -
Hegseth responds to blowback over Friday night Pentagon purge
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Sunday defended the purge of top-level military officials amid blowback to the Friday night firings. The firing of Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair Gen. CQ Brown Jr., ...The Hill - Feb. 23 -
Agencies push back on Musk email, including FBI, Pentagon, State, Intel
Several federal agencies have advised employees not to respond to Elon Musk’s email demanding federal workers list five accomplishments from the past week or risk losing their jobs. The email ...The Hill - Feb. 23 -
Palantir’s Alex Karp Says He’s Fine With Pentagon Budget Cuts
Nevermind that Palantir’s stock price dropped and DOGE is slashing government contracts. Karp thinks his defense tech firm will thrive in a meritocracy.Inc. - Feb. 25 -
Transgender service members to be separated from military, Pentagon memo says
Transgender troops will be removed from the U.S. military unless they obtain a waiver, according to the Pentagon's memo.CBS News - Feb. 26 -
Number of Trans Troops Far Lower Than Estimated, Pentagon Figures Show
The Defense Department said 4,240 service members, or about 0.2 percent of those in uniform, have a diagnosis of gender dysphoria. Previous estimates had put the number at triple that figure.The New York Times - 6d -
Hegseth Orders Pentagon to Stop Offensive Cyberoperations Against Russia
The defense secretary’s instructions, which were given before President Trump’s blowup with the Ukrainian president, are apparently part of an effort to draw Russia into talks on the war.The New York Times - 3d -
Hegseth orders suspension of Pentagon's offensive cyberoperations against Russia
The U.S. Cyber Command is pausing its offensive operations against RussiaABC News - 2d -
Pentagon denies reports Hegseth ordered halt in cyber operations against Russia
The Department of Defense is denying reports Secretary Pete Hegseth halted offensive cyber operations against Russia. "TO BE CLEAR: @SecDef has neither canceled nor delayed any cyber operations ...The Hill - 1d