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Defense Department changes Fort Moore's name back to Fort Benning
The base, originally named for Lt.-Gen. Henry Benning, a Confederate general and Southern secessionist who opposed freeing slaves, will now honor a World War I Cpl. Fred Benning.CBS News - 12h -
Defense Department to Cut Over 5,000 Workers
The firings are the first of what is expected to be a vast wave of layoffs by the Pentagon.The New York Times - Feb. 22 -
'Radical change': Inside Trump's State Department takeover of USAID
A State Department official told leaders of foreign aid groups that U.S. foreign aid funding was undergoing "radical change," according to audio obtained by ABC News.ABC News - Feb. 24 -
Firings and resignations at the Department of Justice
President Trump says his administration is cleaning up a Justice Department corrupted by politics. Amid the firings and resignations, one leader described a workplace of "confusion" and "fear."CBS News - Feb. 23 -
The Justice Department | Sunday on 60 Minutes
This Sunday, Scott Pelley examines the recent firings and resignations at the U.S. Department of Justice.CBS News - Feb. 22 -
What does the Department of Education do?
President Trump and Linda McMahon, his choice for secretary of education, have vowed to dismantle the Department of Education. NBC News' Zinhle Essamauh looks at the department's history, mission ...NBC News - 11h -
Sources: Saints hiring Staley to run defense
The Saints are hiring former Chargers head coach Brandon Staley as their defensive coordinator, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter and Jeremy Fowler.ESPN - Feb. 21 -
Starmer Goes On The Defensive Before Trump Showdown
The PM raises defence spending to 2.5% by 2027.BBC News - 6d -
Where NATO members rank on defense spending
President Trump has called on NATO allies to increase their defense spending to 5 percent, with only three countries currently meeting the 2 percent threshold, while NATO Secretary General Mark ...The Hill - 5d -
Starmer pledges boost in UK defense spending
Ukrainian Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledged billions of dollars for defense spending before he met with President Trump at the White House. CBS News' Willie James Inman has more.CBS News - 4d -
Firings Expand at Interior Department With Purge of Probationary Workers
More than 2,000 workers at the Interior Department were fired in recent days, according to counts from workers groups and those familiar with the cuts, as probationary workers were targeted across ...The New York Times - Feb. 19 -
Los Angeles mayor removes fire department chief
Mayor Karen Bass has removed Los Angeles Fire Department chief Kristin Crowley after weeks of a public rift. Bass has criticized Crowley for a lack of preparation and mishandling the city's ...CBS News - Feb. 22 -
Confusion, fear at the Justice Department under Trump
The Department of Justice is in upheaval from firings and resignations in the first weeks of the Trump administration. Fear has silenced many in the department, but two prosecutors are speaking up.CBS News - Feb. 23 -
'Rangers locked in vicious cycle as Clement departs'
Philippe Clement is just the latest manager to fail at Ibrox while everything else stays the same, writes Tom English.BBC News - Feb. 24 -
Lester Holt will depart 'NBC Nightly News' this summer
Holt will remain at NBC News as anchor for 'Dateline.' No successor has been named for the nightly newscast.Los Angeles Times - Feb. 24 -
12:30 Report — Musk, departments locked in standoff
{beacon} 12:30 REPORT Let's kick off another week. In today's issue: Musk deadline for federal workers looms House GOP leaders try to woo moderates AI-generated Trump video plays at HUD Kristen ...The Hill - Feb. 24 -
21 employees of department renamed DOGE resign in protest
Twenty-one federal employees who previously worked for the U.S. Digital Service before it was renamed the U.S. DOGE Service have resigned in protest over DOGE's actions.ABC News - 6d -
Justice Department releases first phase of Epstein files
The Department of Justice (DOJ) released a Thursday packet with a flight log and contact information from Jeffery Epstein, a deceased convicted sex offender, and his circle of friends. “The first ...The Hill - 4d -
Education Department offers $25K for staffers to quit
The Education Department sent out an email to staffers on Friday saying if they quit by Monday night they will receive a $25,000 cash payout. A department official confirmed the email, which warned ...The Hill - 17h -
Senate confirms Linda McMahon to lead Education Department
The Senate confirmed the former wrestling executive as the nation's education chief.CBS News - 8h -
Trump’s Rift With Europe Adds Fuel to a Rally in Defense Stocks
A flurry of trading has helped push the Pan-European Stoxx 600 index to a record high as investors expect Europe’s governments to increase military spending.The New York Times - Feb. 18 -
Saints hire former Chargers coach Brandon Staley to be their defensive coordinator
The Saints' new defensive coordinator is a familiar face to NFL fans.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 21 -
Can JJ Redick transform the Lakers’ defense? | Good Word with Goodwill
Just a couple of months ago, few considered the Lakers legitimate contenders. Has that changed?Yahoo Sports - Feb. 25 -
Russia and Indonesia hold talks to strengthen ties on defense and security
A top Russian security official and Indonesia’s defense minister have held talks in Jakarta as Moscow’s war on Ukraine entered its fourth yearABC News - 6d -
Starmer commits to raise UK defense spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027
Prime Minister Keir Starmer says the U.K. will raise defense spending to 2.5% of gross domestic product by 2027ABC News - 6d -
U.K. to Raise Defense Spending to 2.5% of G.D.P. by 2027, Starmer Says
Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who is set to meet with President Trump on Thursday, said he would increase British spending on defense to 2.5 percent of G.D.P. by 2027.The New York Times - 6d -
Defense Dept. Schools Pause Pride Clubs and Remove Books
Clubs for Hispanic and Asian students were also among the student groups put on hold as officials raced to interpret Trump administration orders.The New York Times - 4d -
How European nations are appealing to Trump, boosting defense spending
European nations that are part of NATO are boosting their defense spending and are appealing to President Trump's demands on contributions. Charlotte Howard, The Economist's executive editor, joins ...CBS News - 4d -
CNBC's Inside India newsletter: How India's emerging as a formidable player in defense
India is beefing up its defense spending as tensions between the country and China grow. The subcontinent is relying on renewed U.S.-India ties for equipment.CNBC - 4d -
European leaders jump to Zelensky's defense after contentious meeting with Trump
European leaders jumped to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s defense after his contentious meeting with President Trump in Washington that started with a warm tone but derailed swiftly. The ...The Hill - 3d -
Luigi Mangione's search, arrest at Pennsylvania McDonald's were illegal: Defense
A defense attorney for Luigi Mangione, the man charged with killing the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, insists a police search and arrest late last year were illegal.ABC News - 3d -
Defense Health Agency head forced to abruptly retire: Report
The head of the Defense Health Agency (DHA), the health system for millions of service members and their dependents, was forced to abruptly retire Friday, Reuters reported. Army Lt. Gen. Telita ...The Hill - 3d -
GOP governors rush to Trump's defense after ‘jarring’ spat with Zelensky
Red state governors were quick to throw their support behind President Trump following a tense back-and-forth with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in the Oval Office Friday afternoon, citing ...The Hill - 2d -
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has paused cyber offensive against Russia
The change comes amid President Trump's efforts to negotiate an end to the Russia-Ukraine war.CBS News - 1d -
EU leaders prepare 'concrete' measures on defense financing, sources say
The EU is expected to announce "concrete" measures on boosting defense financing this week, sources said, as Europe and the U.S. clash over support for Ukraine.CNBC - 20h -
Could Jalon Walker transform the Cardinals' defense | Football 301
Walker's innate talent makes him a natural fit for the Cardinals.Yahoo Sports - 13h -
Big Leadership Change Starts Small
Purpose-driven leaders overcome overwhelm and navigate uncertainty one step at a time.Inc. - 5d -
Agriculture Department tries to rehire fired workers tied to bird flu response
The Agriculture Department is scrambling to rehire several workers it fired as part of President Donald Trump’s broad cuts because they were involved in the government’s response to the ongoing ...ABC News - Feb. 19