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Elon Musk's DOGE Is Getting Audited
The Government Accountability Office’s audit examines DOGE’s handling of data at a number of federal agencies, according to sources and records reviewed by WIRED.Wired - 1d -
US DOGE Service Agreement With Department of Labor Shows $1.3 Million Fee—and Details Its Mission
The unsigned agreement between the US DOGE Service and the Department of Labor provides significant insight into DOGE’s work with federal agencies.Wired - 23h -
Inside DOGE’s AI Push at the Department of Veterans Affairs
A DOGE operative at the Department of Veterans Affairs appears to be trying to use an AI tool to write code for the agency’s systems, among other proposals.Wired - 5d -
Democrats use DOGE hearing to target Trump tariffs
House Democrats used a DOGE subcommittee hearing to target President Trump on tariffs on Tuesday. “Unfortunately, Republicans in Congress want to debate office space and furniture while the ...The Hill - 2d -
DOGE Cuts Just Hit the SBA. Enter the ‘Deferred Resignation’ Offers
Amid DOGE cuts, the SBA has reportedly reopened the ‘Fork in the Road’ option that was first floated to most government workers in late January.Inc. - 5d -
DOGE Is Planning a Hackathon at the IRS. It Wants Easier Access to Taxpayer Data
DOGE operatives have repeatedly referred to the software company Palantir as a possible partner in creating a “mega API” at the IRS, sources tell WIRED.Wired - 5d -
What Would DOGE Look Like Without Elon Musk In Charge?
Experts weigh in about how DOGE could change after Elon Musk leaves the White House and goes back to work at Tesla.Inc. - 4d -
Hannah Hampton’s unveiling as England No 1 turned into a nightmare
After months of questions and deliberations, the debate is over: Hannah Hampton is England’s first-choice goalkeeper.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
A 'beautiful moment' for Luka Dončić. A lingering nightmare for Dallas
Dončić's emotional return to the city he once called home was poetic, but also painfully revealing for a franchise that traded him away.Yahoo Sports - 12h -
Why Tommy Freeman is an absolute nightmare to face
Away from the pitch, Tommy Freeman seems to be an affable, modest and unassuming character. But as with the very best performers in any position, from tighthead prop to wing, playing against him ...Yahoo Sports - 9h -
Appeals panel clears way for DOGE access to sensitive personal data at OPM, Education Department
A federal appeals panel on Monday paused an order curtailing the Department of Government Efficiency's (DOGE) access to troves of sensitive personal data from three federal agencies, reopening the ...The Hill - 2d -
You Can Play the New Game in ‘Black Mirror’—and It’s an Adorable Nightmare
The creator of Thronglets, featured in season 7 of the Netflix series, says the game makes it feel like a Mogwai “effed up your life.”Wired - 14h -
US warns China intelligence targeting fired federal workers
The Trump administration is warning federal workers about efforts by Chinese intelligence to target current and former U.S. officials for recruitment. The National Counterintelligence and Security ...The Hill - 22h -
DOGE’s AI Monitoring of Federal Workers Is Alarming — but Not Illegal
Employee surveillance isn’t new, but after gutting several agencies, Elon Musk’s team is now using AI to monitor communications, which could involve secure data that could leak.Inc. - 1d -
Ahead of the Masters, Golfers and Fans Load Up on Allergy Medication
The grass and trees at Augusta National Golf Club help make the course a treasure — but also an allergy nightmare.The New York Times - 3h -
3/3: America Decides
Trump says Zelenskyy should be "more appreciative"; Understanding DOGE's mass firingsCBS News - 2d -
DOGE Adviser’s Hacking Claims Underscore Importance of Vetting Digital Histories
A veteran of Elon Musk’s companies, now working in the Justice Department, previously bragged about hacking software and taking a rival’s customer data.Inc. - 6d -
DOGE arrives at Peace Corps, is set to gain access to internal systems: Sources
Members of Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency arrived at the Peace Corps headquarters on Friday to begin a review of their internal systems, sources said.ABC News - 5d -
Japanese American National Museum takes a stand against DOGE cuts to NEH
The National Endowment for the Humanities warned museums across the country that it was slashing funding, including money previously pledged to places such as LACMA and the Japanese American ...Los Angeles Times - 5d -
Inside the mine housing the federal government's retirement records, now in DOGE's spotlight
A mine in Pennsylvania is largely still how the federal government manages the documents of the 100,000 or so retirements from federal service each year.NBC News - 2d -
Trump’s Social Security Promise Under Strain as DOGE Cuts Take Toll
President Trump promised not to touch Social Security, but as Elon Musk’s team trims staff and plans cuts to phone services, the system is groaning under the pressure.The New York Times - 1d -
Bruins Surging Forward Closing In On Big Stat
Although the 2024-25 season has been a nightmare for the Boston Bruins, they have had some bright spots. Morgan Geekie is certainly one of them, as the 26-year-old forward has hit another new level ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Diablo 4 2025 Roadmap Highlights New Crossovers, Endgame Updates
Diablo 4 will receive three more seasons in 2025, ones that will introduce new seasonal powers and improvements to endgame activities like Nightmare dungeons and the Infernal Hordes. Details ...GameSpot - 2d -
Deloitte Layoffs Reflect Private Sector Fallout From DOGE Cuts to Government Contracts
One of the top 10 U.S. consulting firms is preparing for layoffs as $65 billion worth of federal contracts with private companies are targeted for cuts and cancellations.Inc. - 6d -
DOGE cuts key housing inspection contract, putting some low-income families at risk
A HUD contract to inspect low-income housing was terminated by the Trump administration in February, potentially leaving thousands of vulnerable Americans in harm's way.ABC News - 3d -
Mark Cuban: Tariffs, DOGE cuts could result in 'far worse situation than 2008'
Billionaire investor Mark Cuban predicted the United States economy would be in a “far worse situation than 2008” if President Trump’s tariffs stay in place and Elon Musk’s Department of Government ...The Hill - 2d -
Musk’s Doge fired self-drive car safety experts at agency that regulates Tesla
Cull of watchdog’s workers disproportionately affected staff overseeing tech on which billionaire has staked his company’s futureFinancial Times - 14h -
Labor Leaders Fear Elon Musk and DOGE Could Gain Access to Whistleblower Files
Companies tied to Elon Musk have dozens of workplace health and safety cases open at OSHA. Union leaders and former OSHA officials are concerned.Wired - 2h -
Jobless Claims Rise Slightly as Labor Market Shrugs Off Trade War
Despite DOGE layoffs, new unemployment claims were below estimates, reflecting a solid job market, though concerns about a global recession remain high.Inc. - 2h -
NSA Chief Ousted Amid Trump Loyalty Firing Spree
Plus: Another DOGE operative allegedly has a history in the hacking world, and Donald Trump’s national security adviser apparently had way more Signal chats than previously known.Wired - 5d -
Musk’s Dissent on Tariffs Sparks Backlash From White House Insiders
Can’t DOGE this: Trump trade adviser Peter Navarro snubs the billionaire’s call for a U.S.-E.U. free trade and immigration zone as the naivete of someone who “sells cars,” and “doesn’t understand” ...Inc. - 3d