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Musk makes baseless claim about large number of dead people on federal payroll
Elon Musk's speculation about dead or fictitious employees comes after numerous federal workers were told to ignore an email asking them to justify their jobs. Previous government reviews found no ...CBS News - 22h -
Democrats call for Education Department to rescind threats to end to federal funding for schools with DEI programs
A group of Democrats are calling on the Department of Education to rescind threats of defunding schools with diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs. The Hill received an exclusive look at ...The Hill - 11h -
This USAID Program Made Food Aid More Efficient for Decades. DOGE Gutted It Anyways
The Famine Early Warning Systems Network is one of USAID’s most data-driven programs, but its work has been stalled by the Trump administration.Wired - Feb. 19 -
Big swings, big misses: DOGE struggles to back up its outsized claims
A series of announcements by DOGE and claims by Musk and Trump about the agency’s efforts have crumbled under scrutiny, even as they’re repeated by the White House.NBC News - Feb. 19 -
Mental health agency loses 1 in 10 to DOGE cuts, 988 hotline team impacted
Around 100 were fired from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.CBS News - Feb. 21 -
Steve Cohen says tariffs and DOGE's cuts are negative for economy, market correction could be soon
The CEO of hedge fund Point72 turned bearish for the first time in a while due to punitive tariffs, immigration crackdown and federal spending cuts.CNBC - Feb. 21 -
DOGE’s USDS Purge Included the Guy Who Keeps Veterans’ Data Safe Online
The cybersecurity lead for VA.gov was fired last week. He tells WIRED that the Veterans Affairs digital hub will be more vulnerable without someone in his role.Wired - Feb. 21 -
DOGE won't get broad access to IRS personal taxpayer info, agreement states
A member of the DOGE team assigned to work at the IRS will not be granted broad access to Americans' personal tax information, according to a memo obtained ABC News.ABC News - 6d -
DOGE for Ohio? Vivek Ramaswamy enters governor's race pushing cuts and merit pay
CLEVELAND — Biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, who will declare his candidacy for governor of Ohio on Monday, wants to reshape public schools, cut regulations and slash spending.NBC News - 5d -
Can you trust Elon Musk and his ‘DOGE’ claims about government fraud?
American people deserve answers about what these Washington outsiders-turned-insiders are up toMarketWatch - 5d -
Musk’s ‘Doge’ claim about USAid funds for India sets off political firestorm
Apparently baseless claim that $21m was given to help voter turnout seized on by Trump and Modi government . Elon Musk’s “department of government efficiency” has been accused of setting off a ...The Guardian - 4d -
Judge blocks DOE, OPM from disclosing troves of sensitive personal data to DOGE
A federal judge on Monday temporarily barred the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) from accessing troves of sensitive personal data from federal agencies. U.S. District Judge Deborah ...The Hill - 4d -
Judge Blocks Elon Musk’s DOGE Team From Education Department’s Student Loan Databases
The American Federation of Teachers, a union representing more than 1.8 million educators, had sued to keep members of Mr. Musk’s government efficiency team out of the Education Department’s systems.The New York Times - 4d -
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon says DOGE 'needs to be done' to fix government inefficiency
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon on Monday said the U.S. government is inefficient and in need of work as the Trump administration terminates thousands of federal employees and works to dismantle ...NBC News - 4d -
Jamie Dimon calls U.S. government 'inefficient' and says Elon Musk's DOGE effort 'needs to be done'
In the wide-ranging interview, Dimon addressed his push to have most workers in office five days a week and his views on Ukraine, tariffs and the U.S. consumer.CNBC - 4d -
After heated town halls, Republicans seek more information — and compassion — from DOGE
Rep. Rich McCormick, R-Ga., said he planned to use a previously scheduled meeting at the White House on Tuesday to "bend" President Trump's ear on the issue.NBC News - 3d -
21 Civil Servants Resign From DOGE, Refusing to Implement Elon Musk’s Changes
The employees had worked for the U.S. Digital Service, a technology-focused unit rebranded by Mr. Musk and empowered by President Trump.The New York Times - 3d -
Jon Stewart slices his hand on a prop during DOGE rant on 'The Daily Show'
Jon Stewart sliced his hand on a mug he broke to prove a point while he railed against DOGE and government subsidies on Monday's episode of 'The Daily Show.'Los Angeles Times - 3d -
21 DOGE staffers resign over refusal to 'jeopardize Americans' sensitive data,' letter says
Twenty-one civil service employees resigned en masse Tuesday from Elon Musk's DOGE, according to a letter posted online and shared with media outlets.NBC News - 3d -
White House identifies DOGE administrator amid questions about Elon Musk's role
The administrator of President Donald Trump's so-called Department of Government Efficiency has been identified as Amy Gleason, a White House official said.CNBC - 2d -
Taser maker Axon brushes off DOGE budget-cut worries as stock rallies
The company is playing up up its prospects for international growth and its cloud-services businessMarketWatch - 2d -
Hey DOGE: Forget 5 Bullet Points—Here’s How to Actually Measure Performance
An excellent executive scorecard isn’t just a report, but an innovative way to optimize your company’s performance.Inc. - 2d -
DOGE Staffers at HUD Are From an AI Real Estate Firm and a Mobile Home Operator
Elon Musk's men at HUD come from the real estate sector. They have access to vast stores of personal and financial data—and control over who can access which HUD systems.Wired - 2d -
DOGE plans to wind down consumer protection agency and fire nearly all staff, employees say
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s Trump-appointed leadership plans to fire nearly all its 1,700 employees while “winding down” the agency, according to testimony from employees.NBC News - 6h -
Roy Wood Jr. on DOGE cuts: Like watching people 'put together Legos without instructions'
Comedian Roy Wood Jr. likened the Department of Government Efficiency's efforts to cut federal spending to someone building LEGOs without instructions, while Elon Musk defended the team's mistakes ...The Hill - 1h -
Trump and Zelensky’s war of words
The US and Ukrainian presidents get into a public row.BBC News - Feb. 19 -
One Month into the Trump Presidency
The president has moved swiftly to remake Washington. But for business leaders, that volatility has often been hard to navigate.The New York Times - Feb. 21 -
Trump’s Bargain With Putin Is ‘Shameful’
Turning our back on Ukraine would only weaken America.The New York Times - 4d -
The Macron And Trump Bromance Returns
French President Emmanuel Macron visits Donald Trump at the White HouseBBC News - 4d -
Trump's AI safety cuts
Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story AI safety institute faces cuts under Trump Potential cuts to the U.S. AI Safety Institute (AISI) are ...The Hill - 3d -
Trump courts rich immigrants
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Trump pitches ‘gold card’ to replace EB5 investor visa The Trump administration ...The Hill - 2d -
The dos and don'ts for meetings with Trump
The US president is set to meet UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer - did the French leader show the way?BBC News - 1d -
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The Starmer-Trump love-in
Plus: more ammo, less aid — the UK’s changing spending prioritiesFinancial Times - 4h -
Democrats won’t fight Trump’s tariff policies. On trade, Trump is a Democrat.
President Donald Trump's recent trade policy has been met with surprising support from congressional Democrats, despite his protectionist policies being more aligned with progressive Democrats than ...The Hill - 5d -
Trump 2nd term live updates: Trump says Zelenskyy 'not ready for peace'
Trump and Zelenskyy's bilateral press conference has been canceled.ABC News - 3h -
Trump Urged to Halt Firings at the FAA
After a string of deadly plane crashes, lawmakers and union members are urging the president to protect the transportation department from further personnel cuts.The New York Times - Feb. 20