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How Kennedy’s cuts to HHS could curb 'MAHA' agenda
Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and the Department of Government Efficiency are reshaping the U.S. health care system, starting with deep cuts to the agencies ...The Hill - 3d -
Public health officials disagree with health secretary's claims on measles outbreak
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said the curve is flattening in the measles outbreak in Texas. Public health experts say that's not what the data shows.ABC News - 1d -
Former top vaccine regulator says he blocked RFK Jr. team from database
A former top official at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said he blocked members of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s team from directly accessing a vaccine ...The Hill - 2d -
Kennedy’s moves on measles don't quell criticism
Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s personal visit to the family of a Texas girl who died of measles appeared to mark a slight shift for the former anti-vaccine ...The Hill - 1d -
Trump replaces Patel with Army secretary as ATF director
FBI Director Kash Patel was removed as the acting director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) by President Trump’s administration and replaced with Army Secretary Dan ...The Hill - 22h -
Democrats question VA secretary on return-to-office 'disruptions'
A group of 20 House Democrats want answers from Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Doug Collins on how President Trump's return-to-office mandate for federal workers is being carried out, citing "deep ...The Hill - 2d -
Treasury secretary looks to soothe Republican lawmakers on tariff drama
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will huddle with House Republicans multiple times this week as the administration looks to soothe GOP concerns about the sweeping tariffs that President Trump ...The Hill - 2d -
Ex-Treasury secretary: US being treated as 'problematic emerging market'
Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers said Wednesday that the U.S. is being treated as a “problematic emerging market.” “Long-term interest rates are gapping up, even as the stock market moves ...The Hill - 22h -
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says Americans ready to retire aren't worried about 'day-to-day' market fluctuations
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent dismissed concerns Americans might be having about a potential impending recession and the status of their retirement plans.NBC News - 4d -
Commerce Secretary Lutnick doesn't back down in face of market sell-off: 'The tariffs are coming'
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the Trump administration remains committed to implementing its reciprocal tariffs amid a global market sell-off.CNBC - 3d -
Democratic senators sound alarm over tariff impact on small business in letter to Commerce secretary
Senate Democrats sent a letter to Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick to call on the Trump administration to reverse its recent sweeping tariff actions, while raising alarm over the potential threats ...The Hill - 1d -
Former PMs and home secretaries may face asylum centre inquiry
An internal Home Office document says allegations of failures at the holding centre in 2022 are likely to be “reputationally damaging” for the department.BBC News - 3d -
RFK Jr. visits epicenter of Texas measles outbreak after death of second child who was infected
U.S. Health Secretary Robert FABC News - 3d -
RFK Jr. says he plans to tell CDC to stop recommending fluoride in drinking water
U.S. Health Secretary Robert FABC News - 2d -
Treasury Secretary Bessent says China's escalation was 'big mistake,' country playing with 'losing hand'
Japan has been at the forefront of countries eager to negotiate, and the White House expects a multitude of others.CNBC - 2d -
Treasury Secretary Bessent says 'it's Main Street's turn' after Wall Street grew wealthy for 4 decades
"The Trump agenda is focused on Main Street. It's Main Street's turn. ... It's Main Street's turn to drive investment," Bessent said.CNBC - 1d -
‘We are stepping up,’ UK defence secretary tells ‘coalition of the willing’ for Ukraine – Europe live
John Healey tells meeting of more than 30 countries that coalition is working on ‘putting Ukraine in the strongest possible position’. We’re getting a bit more details from EU spokesperson, Olof ...The Guardian - 4h -
Trump officials vow to stay the course on tariffs despite market turmoil
Treasury secretary rejects recession fears and says tough ‘reciprocal’ levies will not be delayedFinancial Times - 3d -
Birmingham bin strike threat to public health, Wes Streeting says
The health secretary says he is concerned about the "poor conditions" on the streets of Birmingham.BBC News - 2d -
Michael Gove to receive peerage in Rishi Sunak’s resignation honours
Former housing secretary is one of seven set to enter House of LordsFinancial Times - 2h -
Michael Gove to receive peerage in Rishi Sunak’s resignation honours
Former housing secretary is one of seven set to enter House of LordsFinancial Times - 2h -
Michael Gove to receive peerage in Rishi Sunak’s resignation honours
Former housing secretary is one of seven set to enter House of LordsFinancial Times - 2h -
China fires back after Pete Hegseth calls country a threat to Panama canal
Chinese government asks: ‘Who represents the real threat?’ after US defense secretary vows to keep canal secure. US secretary of defense Pete Hegseth said on Tuesday that the Panama canal faces ...The Guardian - 1d -
IRS acting commissioner is resigning over deal to send immigrants' tax data to ICE, sources say
Melanie Krause, acting head since February, will step down over the data-sharing document signed by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.NBC News - 1d -
Rubio Warns Russia that U.S. Patience on Ukraine War Is Running Out
Whether the Kremlin is serious about peace talks to end the Ukraine war will become clear soon, the secretary of state said.The New York Times - 5d -
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 6, 2025
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and Sen. John Barrasso join Margaret Brennan.CBS News - 3d -
Kennedy Attends Funeral of Texas Girl Who Died of Measles
The health secretary has faced harsh criticism for his handling of the outbreak, embrace of alternative treatments and tepid endorsement of vaccination.The New York Times - 3d -
White House holds press briefing
Watch live coverage as White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt holds a press briefing.NBC News - 2d -
RFK Jr. Calls for States to Ban Fluoridated Drinking Water
The health secretary’s announcement came on the first day of a tour through the Southwest to showcase nutrition legislation and other priorities.The New York Times - 2d -
NHS redundancy payouts in England could cost £1bn, says Streeting
Health secretary says expense resulting from axing NHS England could be justified by savingsFinancial Times - 2d -
Trump signs orders to boost coal production, citing electricity demand from artificial intelligence
The Trump administration wants to expand electricity output by 25%, said Energy Secretary Chris Wright.CNBC - 1d -
Guterres, at U.N., Denounces Israel’s Gaza Aid Blockade
“The floodgates of horror” have been opened for Palestinians since the collapse of the temporary cease-fire, Secretary General António Guterres said.The New York Times - 1d -
Scott Bessent takes the lead as Trump advisers spar over tariffs
US Treasury secretary’s growing role marks shift away from White House’s trade hardlinersFinancial Times - 1d -
Amid Tension Around H.H.S. Cuts, Kennedy Meets With Tribal Leader
The health secretary’s appearance at a tribal self-governance conference brought collegial discussions and a bit of friction.The New York Times - 1d -
3/5: America Decides
Tariffs on cars from Mexico & Canada delayed for one month; Education Secretary McMahon lays out 'final mission'CBS News - 20h -
RFK Jr. Offers Qualified Support for Measles Vaccination
In an interview with CBS, the health secretary also suggested he wasn’t familiar with massive cuts to state funding for public health.The New York Times - 16h -
L.A. ballerina imprisoned by Russia for treason is returning to the U.S. after a deal to free her
A Russian-American woman who was imprisoned for treason by Russia has been freed, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Thursday.NBC News - 8h -
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South Carolina wildfires turn sky orange; Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth orders the Pentagon to end offensive cyber operations against Russia.CBS News - 3d -
After Navarro Defends Tariffs, Bessent Says Trump Is Ready to Negotiate
Peter Navarro, a senior White House trade adviser, defended President Trump’s tariffs, but the Treasury secretary said the U.S. might be ready to negotiate.The New York Times - 2d
