Trump administration expects 200,000 federal workers to accept resignation offer

DeSantis, Newsom offer stark contrast with Trump responses

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) are offering a striking split screen in how some red and blue states are readying for President-elect Trump’s controversial ...

The Hill - Jan. 20

Trump expected to sign more than 50 executive orders Monday

Donald Trump plans to sign more than 50 executive orders Monday — and possibly more than 100 of them — on the first day of his second presidency, according to a person in his transition operation.

NBC News - Jan. 19

Poll: Trump's return to office greeted with optimism, high expectations

As Trump returns to White House, many expect lower prices, good economy. Fewer would buy Greenland. Democrats are concerned, exhausted by politics.

CBS News - Jan. 19

The strong dollar conundrum facing the Trump administration

The U.S. dollar is expected to strengthen in 2025 due to the Trump administration's preference for a weaker dollar, but this could lead to high inflation and global economic turmoil.

The Hill - Jan. 19

Trump expected to quickly revive 'global gag rule' on abortion

President-elect Trump is expected to reinstate a controversial policy soon after taking office that would further bar foreign nongovernmental organizations that perform, counsel on or provide ...

The Hill - Jan. 19

Trump’s inauguration: what to expect as the new US president is sworn in

Pomp and tradition are set to unfold in sub-zero temperatures as the US marks the passing of power

Financial Times - Jan. 19

Pence expected to attend Trump inauguration

Former Vice President Mike Pence is planning to attend President-elect Trump’s inauguration on Monday, a source familiar with his plans told The Hill. Pence will likely be one of many current and ...

The Hill - Jan. 18

Mike Pence expected to attend Trump's inauguration

Saturday's events will include a reception for the president-elect and fireworks, according to Trump's inaugural committee's events schedule.

NBC News - Jan. 18

Supreme Court upholds TikTok ban, but Trump might offer lifeline

Although President-elect Donald Trump could choose to not enforce the law, it's unclear whether third-party internet service providers will support the app.

CNBC - Jan. 17

D.C. Restaurants Look Ahead to Incoming Trump Administration

With Trump back in town, owners are wondering how the dining scene will shape up.

The New York Times - Jan. 17

Trump expected to replace Secret Service director, sources say

Donald Trump is expected to replace Secret Service director, sources told ABC News.

ABC News - Jan. 17

What to expect from Trump and his administration on climate policy

President-elect Donald Trump's nominee to lead the Environmental Protection Agency faced a confirmation hearing on Thursday. Former New York Rep. Lee Zeldin said he believes in climate change, ...

CBS News - Jan. 16

Biden to defer TikTok law implementation to Trump administration

NBC News Anchor Savannah Sellers joins Meet the Press NOW with reporting that the Biden administration will not plan to levy fines against companies that allow access to TikTok in the U.S. during ...

NBC News - Jan. 16

Comer reintroduces measure requiring return of federal workers to offices

Rep. James Comer (R-Ky.) on Thursday reintroduced his measure requiring federal workers to return to the office, ending pandemic-era norms that allowed them to work remotely. Comer, the House ...

The Hill - Jan. 16

TikTok CEO expected to attend Trump's inauguration with other tech leaders

TikTok CEO Shou Chew has been invited to, and is expected to attend, President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration on Monday.

NBC News - Jan. 16

TikTok CEO expected to attend Trump's inauguration, NBC reports

TikTok's CEO Shou Chew is expected to attend President's Trump inauguration next week, NBC News reports.

CNBC - Jan. 16

Does the Trump administration pose an existential threat to Canada?

Jibes about erasing the border and raising tariffs change the ground rules

Financial Times - Jan. 16

How Israel erased a town of 200,000 people

Old maps, illustrations and videos of destruction tell the story of refugee camp levelled in Gaza offensive

Financial Times - Jan. 14

Blizzard of confirmation hearings to offer an early Trump test for Senate Republicans

Cabinet confirmation hearings will provide an early glimpse at how Senate Republicans will handle Donald Trump's wishes in his second term.

NBC News - Jan. 13

Trump, Putin call expected soon, Waltz says

President-elect Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are expected to have a phone call in the coming days or weeks, Trump’s incoming national security adviser, Rep. Mike Waltz (R-Fla.), said ...

The Hill - Jan. 13

Jack Smith resigns as special counsel after submitting Trump report

Special counsel Jack Smith, who led two criminal cases against Donald Trump, has resigned. His resignation comes as Trump’s team tries to block the release of Smith’s final report about election ...

NBC News - Jan. 12

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 work

Financial Times - Jan. 12

Jack Smith, special counsel who oversaw Trump investigations, resigns

Jack Smith, the special counsel appointed by Attorney General Merrick Garland in November 2022 to take over two investigations into President-elect Donald Trump, has resigned.

CBS News - Jan. 11

Jack Smith, who led prosecutions against Trump, resigns from Justice Department

In a widely expected move, special counsel Jack Smith departed from the Justice Department after years of federal investigations into President-elect Donald Trump. Willie James Inman has the details.

CBS News - Jan. 11

Special counsel Jack Smith resigns from DOJ as Trump's fight to block final report continues

Special counsel Jack Smith was appointed by Attorney General Merrick Garland to criminally investigate Donald Trump.

CNBC - Jan. 12

Jack Smith, Who Led Prosecutions of Trump, Resigns

Mr. Smith, a special counsel appointed by Attorney General Merrick B. Garland, had signaled that he would step down before Donald J. Trump’s inauguration.

The New York Times - Jan. 12

Prosecutor who led charges against Trump resigns from US justice department

Departure of special counsel Jack Smith comes days ahead of president-elect’s inauguration

Financial Times - Jan. 11

Jack Smith resigns from DOJ amid fight over Trump reports

Special Counsel Jack Smith formally resigned from the Department of Justice (DOJ) on Friday, a detail buried in a court filing as DOJ pushes to release his final report on his investigation into ...

The Hill - Jan. 11

Will the new presidency affect WFH for federal workers?

Winds of change are blowing, and for federal workers these could bring an end to the widespread remote work policies adopted and enhanced during the pandemic. Recommendations from the new ...

The Hill - Jan. 10

South Korea’s acting leader accepts resignation of presidential security chief

South Korea’s acting leader has accepted the resignation of the chief of the presidential security service, Park Jong-joon, as he faced police questioning over how his forces blocked law ...

ABC News - Jan. 10

Vance resigns his Senate seat as inauguration with Trump approaches

Vice President-elect JD Vance will resign his Senate seat at midnight Thursday, clearing the way for his Jan. 20 swearing-in alongside Donald Trump.

NBC News - Jan. 10

Democratic Sen. Fetterman accepts Trump's Mar-a-Lago invitation

Democratic Sen. John Fetterman accepted President-elect Trump's invitation to visit him at his Mar-a-Lago club, the senator said in a statement provided to ABC News.

ABC News - Jan. 9

Fetterman Accepts Trump’s Invitation to Meet

The Pennsylvania Democrat is the first senator in his party to announce a meeting with President-elect Donald J. Trump, a sign of the political times as the Republican trifecta is about to begin.

The New York Times - Jan. 9

Trump says Newsom should resign as Los Angeles wildfires rage

President-elect Trump has cast blame on California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) for the raging wildfires in the Los Angeles region, most recently calling for him to resign. “One of the best and most ...

The Hill - Jan. 9

Trump wants to change colleges nationwide. GOP-led states offer a preview

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office, both conservative and liberal politicians say higher education changes in red parts of America could be a road map for the rest of the country