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Columbia University signals it will comply with Trump administration's demands
Columbia University signaled Wednesday that it would comply with the Trump administration's demands in return for restoring $400 million in federal funding, saying it would "engage in constructive ...NBC News - 3d -
Big Company CEOs Join Small Businesses, as Economic Confidence Wanes Amid Tariffs
A new survey of Business Roundtable CEOs mirrors earlier drops in small-business confidence.Inc. - Mar. 13 -
Witkoff says administration is 'exploring' alternatives for Gaza relocation
Trump administration special envoy Steve Witkoff said the administration is “exploring” alternatives for relocation of the Palestinian people after President Trump said he would potentially take ...The Hill - 6d -
EPA chief: Deregulation will make it easier to buy cars, heat homes
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin on Thursday pitched the Trump administration’s deregulation effort as a step that will make it easier for Americans to buy a car, heat ...The Hill - Mar. 13 -
Trump’s SBA Is Going After Collections, Moving Offices From Sanctuary Cities
Small Business Administration’s new boss, Kelly Loeffler, shared a list detailing her 15 priorities as she settled into the new job. The agency is about to look very different compared to Biden’s SBA.Inc. - Mar. 7 -
Trump sharply denies Musk China briefing, citing business conflicts
President Trump on Friday denied that his administration would show billionaire Elon Musk details of the Pentagon’s planning for a potential war with China, citing Musk’s various business dealings ...The Hill - 1d -
Trump administration finds Maine in violation of Title IX over trans athletes
The Trump administration is giving Maine until March 27 to reverse its policy allowing transgender student-athletes to participate in girls’ and women’s sports or face the Justice Department. The ...The Hill - 4d -
White House: Stock market plunge is not as 'meaningful' as business activity
The Trump administration contends that investments and growth from top businesses means more for the economy than the recent stock market rout.CNBC - Mar. 11 -
Boasberg says Trump administration ‘evaded’ deadline for deportation flight info
A federal judge on Thursday said the Trump administration’s response to his request for more information on Venezuelan deportation flights was “woefully insufficient” and “evaded” obligations to ...The Hill - 2d -
Palestinian activist who led student protests at Columbia faces deportation
Over the weekend, Columbia University grad Mahmoud Khalil was arrested and is facing deportation. He is a green card holder, but the Trump administration says the arrest stems from his involvement ...CBS News - Mar. 10 -
A Cornell graduate student fearing deportation files a pre-emptive lawsuit.
A doctoral student from Gambia sued the Trump administration on First Amendment grounds over two Trump executive orders aimed at pro-Palestinian activism.The New York Times - 6d -
The Trump administration is descending into authoritarianism
From media to culture and the arts to the refusal to abide by court orders, we’re nearing ‘Defcon 1 for our democracy’, experts say. Entering the magnificent great hall of the US Department of ...The Guardian - 1d -
Top House Democrats urge McMahon, Trump administration to reverse decision on Department of Education
Top House Democrats urged Education Secretary Linda McMahon and the Trump administration to reverse a Thursday move to begin dismantling the Department of Education. “Students, teachers, and ...The Hill - 2d -
Mark Cuban on AI: What Small-Business Owners Must Do to Stay Competitive
The billionaire entrepreneur shares how artificial intelligence is disrupting jobs and reshaping small-business strategies.Inc. - 1d -
Trump administration DEI order forces cancellation of concert with students
After an executive order ending DEI initiatives, the U.S. Marine Band canceled a concert featuring young musicians of color. Veterans stepped in to mentor the aspiring musicians.CBS News - 6d -
Democrat says he doesn’t trust Trump administration on federal worker buyouts
Rep. Kweisi Mfume (D-Md.) on Wednesday shared his lack of faith in the Trump administration to honor the buyouts it offered to thousands of federal workers amid its moves to overhaul the ...The Hill - 3d -
Breweries and maple syrup producer among Vermont businesses hit by Trump's tariffs on Canada
Business owners from both sides of the U.S.-Canada border gathered Tuesday in Vermont to share how the Trump administration’s sweeping tariffs have affected their industries.NBC News - 4d -
Cornell student activist asked to surrender to ICE
The Department of Justice on Friday asked a Cornell University student who is suing the Trump administration after helping lead campus protests last year to surrender to immigration authorities, ...NBC News - 20h -
Poll: 54% of Americans disapprove Trump’s handling of economy
Meet the Press moderator Kristen Welker joins NBC’s Hallie Jackson on Sunday TODAY to discuss new poll numbers that show how Americans feel about Trump's handling of the economy.NBC News - Mar. 16 -
Trump Just Fired 2 Members of the FTC. Here’s What That Could Mean for Small Businesses
The firings could have an impact on current cases and antitrust suits, such as those against Google, Amazon, and Meta.Inc. - 3d -
Trump cancels $400 million in federal funds to Columbia University
The Trump administration announced Friday that it is canceling $400 million in federal grants to Columbia University, saying the school is not doing enough to protect its Jewish students against ...NBC News - Mar. 8 -
The Trump Administration Wants USAID on the Blockchain
A memo detailing plans for USAID touts blockchain technology. “It feels like a fake technological solution for a problem that doesn’t exist,” says one expert.Wired - 2d -
Dismantling Education Department would put many students at risk, top Democrat says
Rep. Bobby Scott (D-Va.), the ranking member on the House Committee on Education and the Workforce, says President Trump’s plan to dismantle the Department of Education would put students at risk ...The Hill - 3d -
Judge blocks Trump administration plan to cut millions for teacher training
Eight states had requested a temporary restraining order, which judge granted saying ‘programs ... will be gutted’ . A federal judge in Boston on Tuesday blocked the Trump administration’s plan to ...The Guardian - Mar. 12 -
Eye Opener: Trump administration slashes half the Department of Education's workforce
The Trump administration slashes half the Department of Education's workforce, causing uncertainty over the agency's future. Also, the U.S. says it will resume security support for Ukraine after ...CBS News - Mar. 12 -
Judge restores teacher preparation grants axed by Trump administration
A district judge temporarily restored teacher preparation grants that were axed by the Trump administration in February. District Judge Julie Rubin issued an injunction restoring the grants, saying ...The Hill - 4d -
Why Trump Can’t Immediately Shut Down the Education Department
Congress and federal law stand in the way of shutting down the agency, which manages federal loans for college, tracks student achievement and supports programs for students with disabilities.The New York Times - 2d -
Rehired probationary workers can't be placed on administrative leave, judge says
A federal judge told the Trump administration late Monday that fired probationary workers must be returned to their old jobs, not just placed on administrative leave, as many departments have been ...The Hill - 5d -
Elon Musk’s White House role weighs on business empire
Elon Musk’s role in the Trump administration is complicating his business ventures, as the tech billionaire pushes forward with efforts to slash the federal government and budget in the face of ...The Hill - Mar. 12 -
Trump rejects pleas from business for more clarity on tariffs: 'They always say that'
Trump and his aides warned amid the tariff controversy that Americans could be in store for some temporary economic strain — including higher prices.CNBC - Mar. 10 -
What's next for Mahmoud Khalil, the Columbia student facing deportation over his pro-Palestinian activism?
Mahmoud Khalil, the Columbia student who faces deportation over his pro-Palestinian activism, continues to battle the Trump administration over his arrest and detention.NBC News - 1d -
Protesters Back Mahmoud Khalil at Trump Tower: ‘Fight Nazis, Not Students’
Demonstrators led by a progressive Jewish group gathered to support Mahmoud Khalil, the Palestinian activist whom the Trump administration wants to deport.The New York Times - Mar. 13 -
Neuroscience Says You Can Rewire Your Brain to Handle Conflict Like a Pro With These 5 Techniques
These brain hacks help us handle disagreements like an expert.Inc. - 3d -
Kentucky bourbon maker says Trump tariffs immediately impacted his business
President Trump's 25% tariffs on all imported steel and aluminum have taken effect. Victor Yarbrough, CEO of Brough Brothers Distillery, the first African American-owned distillery in Kentucky, ...CBS News - Mar. 12 -
These are the 10 cheapest states to start a new business in the U.S.
Utah is the least expensive state to start a new business, according to a new ranking from online small business advisor SimplifyLLC.CNBC - 5d -
Cuts to Small Business Support Trigger Pushback From GOP Lawmakers
An executive order to cut an agency that has helped finance businesses and communities in remote, disadvantaged locations isn’t supported by some prominent Republican legislators.Inc. - 2d -
Trump says he sent a letter to Iran urging negotiations on nuclear weapons
"There are two ways Iran can be handled, militarily or you make a deal. I would prefer to make a deal," Trump told Fox host Maria Bartiromo.ABC News - Mar. 7 -
Warren warns of 'dire consequences' of Education Department firings for student loans
Sen. Warren urges Education Secretary Linda McMahon to reinstate Department of Education employees who were critical to the nation’s federal student aid process.ABC News - 2d -
Trump administration plans to cut $175 million to Penn
A social media post from the White House says Penn is losing millions of dollars in federal funding, but the university says it has received no formal notice.CBS News - 2d -
Trump administration plans to cut $175 million to Penn
A social media post from the White House says Penn is losing millions of dollars in federal funding, but the university says it has received no formal notice.CBS News - 2d