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Elon Musk and the Right Are Recasting Reporting as ‘Doxxing’
Right-wing influencers are criticizing journalists who have published public information about government employees.The New York Times - 7h -
John Dickerson on Elon Musk's role in the Trump administration
A key question behind Elon Musk's remake of the federal government is whether he's moving so fast the baby might get thrown out with the bathwater. John Dickerson discusses.CBS News - 11h -
Elon Musk’s X Settles Trump Lawsuit
The social media site agreed to pay in the range of $10 million to settle with the president, who had sued over the suspension of his account in 2021.The New York Times - 11h -
Behind Elon Musk’s Hostile Bid for Control of OpenAI
The tech mogul is unlikely to win. But his goal may be more about making life difficult for the A.I. start-up and its leader, Sam Altman.The New York Times - 1d -
Sweden allows body checking in women's hockey and finds health, quality benefits
Sweden is a trailblazer in hockey because it has allowed body checking in the women’s game since 2022ABC News - 2d -
Sweden blazes trail in women's hockey by allowing body checking and finds health, quality benefits
Sweden is a trailblazer in hockey because it has allowed body checking in the women’s game since 2022ABC News - 2d -
Fact-checking Elon Musk's claims in the Oval Office
The billionaire has made a number of exaggerated or unevidenced claims during a White House event.BBC News - 18h -
Elon Musk's 'take your kid to work' day
He brought his son to the Oval Office for a surprise press conferenceBBC News - 18h -
Ben Jennings on ‘checks and balances’ in Trump’s White House – cartoon
Continue reading...The Guardian - 18h -
Former Postal Service employee sentenced in $24M stolen checks scheme
The former U.S. Postal Service employee who was charged in a $24 million stolen check scheme were sentenced last week to 60 months in prison. According to a release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office ...The Hill - 20h -
Elon Musk’s Financial Disclosure Will Not Be Made Public
The billionaire, who is serving President Trump as an unpaid “special government employee,” will file a confidential report on his financial interests, according to a White House official.The New York Times - 1d -
Federal employees deserve respect — not Elon Musk
In the name of “efficiency,” the Trump administration is waging a cruel war on federal employees, who now live in chaos and fear.The Hill - 1d -
The Pharmaceutical Industry Heads Into Elon Musk’s Wood Chipper
Who needs N.I.H. grants? A lot of red-state universities, for one.The New York Times - 1d -
What to know about checks and balances battle amid President Trump's executive actions
The Trump administration's flurry of executive actions in his first few weeks have brought about sweeping changes and have also increased fears of a growing constitutional crisis. CBS News legal ...CBS News - 1d -
RPG Fans Should Check Out This Square Enix Game Sale On Amazon
A bunch of Square Enix role-playing games are discounted at Amazon and Target , making this a great time to check out some of the studio's best RPGs for PlayStation and Nintendo Switch released ...GameSpot - 2d -
Elon Musk’s assault on the US federal bureaucracy
Supposed efficiency drive is providing cover for a power grab by the executive branchFinancial Times - 2d -
Outrage after JD Vance claims judges are not allowed to check executive power
Vice-president accused of threatening constitution after saying judges have no right to restrain president’s agenda. JD Vance , the US vice-president, has been accused of threatening the US ...The Guardian - 2d -
Checking in on Eagles and Chiefs fans after Philadelphia Super Bowl win
Philadelphia is revelling and Kansas City is trying to shake it off after the Eagles crushed the Chiefs Sunday in the Super Bowl. CBS News Philadelphia's Brandon Goldner and CBS News correspondent ...CBS News - 2d -
A tidal wave of resistance is coming for Elon Musk
Musk’s outrageous behavior is lighting a fresh fire under Democrats in Congress.The Hill - 2d -
Was the Super Bowl halftime singer lip syncing? Check for these signs
Casual fans were watching the theatrics, choreography and guest appearances during Kendrick Lamar and SZA's Super Bowl halftime show. Sleuths were watching their throats.The Hill - 3d -
How Elon Musk is using tech to DOGE the government
Elon Musk is using his tech and leadership playbook in a crusade against the federal bureaucracy as he and his allies attempt to gain access to sensitive information and use emerging tech to speed ...The Hill - 3d -
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Fact-Checking Claims About USAID Funding
Trump administration officials have misled about how the aid agency is spending its funding, in an effort to cite widespread “waste.”The New York Times - 4d -
Elon Musk Does Not Want to Buy TikTok
The mogul says acquiring already-established companies like TikTok is not really his style.Inc. - 4d -
Who is part of DOGE leader Elon Musk's family?
Elon Musk is taking an influential Washington role but remains private about his family and life out of the spotlight.The Hill - 4d -
Who is helping Elon Musk gut the US government?
The billionaire’s cost-cutting ‘Doge’ staff includes wealthy executives, far-right ideologues and young engineers. Elon Musk’s rapid attempt to defund and depopulate the federal government has ...The Guardian - 4d -
What does Elon Musk believe?
The man given free rein by Trump to crusade against the federal government supported Democrats until 2022. But some of Musk’s longstanding positions lead a straight line to his far-right ...The Guardian - 4d -
Musk’s expanding role triggers efforts to check his power
Elon Musk has seen a flood of attempts to check his power as he expands into nearly every corner of the government. In the few short weeks that President Trump has been in office, Musk and his team ...The Hill - 5d -
Democrats Take Aim at Elon Musk
It’s the first sign of unified opposition for a rudderless and leaderless Democratic Party.The New York Times - 5d -
How Trump is testing checks and balances through Elon Musk's DOGE
NBC News' Laura Jarrett looks at whether there are legal paths to block recent moves by President Trump and Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency.NBC News - 5d -
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 - 5d -
This Is How Democrats Can Counter Elon Musk
Recklessness will not get us to a revitalized government, but neither will excessive caution and addiction to procedure.The New York Times - 5d -
Elon Musk Thinks Air Traffic Control Needs Innovation. Does it?
Musk’s delusions are powered by a common illusion.Inc. - 6d -
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Elon Musk’s DOGE Is Working on a Custom Chatbot Called GSAi
The chatbot is part of Elon Musk and President Donald Trump’s ambitions to use AI and other technologies to cut costs and modernize the US government.Wired - 6d -
As Elon Musk Attacks DEI, Tesla Quietly Addresses Racism Complaints
The company’s board pledged to investors that it would pay closer attention to how the company managed workers.The New York Times - 6d -
Elon Musk’s Takeover Is Causing Rifts in Donald Trump’s Inner Circle
“He’s getting too big for his breeches,” says one Trumpworld source.Wired - Feb. 5 -
The Far Right Has a New Hero: Elon Musk
Elon Musk’s takeover of the federal government has inspired adoration from far-right communities online that used to be reserved for Donald Trump.Wired - Feb. 5