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Independent government oversight is dying
The more than 45 years of bipartisan support for independent oversight — oversight that has demonstrably improved government services and saved billions of taxpayer dollars — may be coming to an end.The Hill - Mar. 12 -
3 warning signs about the future of government oversight
Taken together, these three elements will show the American public whether the Trump administration is serious about federal oversight.The Hill - Mar. 11 -
Watchdogs fired by Trump raise alarms over future of independent oversight
President Trump has fired several independent government watchdogs. They're now sharing warnings about what it could mean for federal oversight.CBS News - Mar. 9 -
"Dismantling" independent oversight in D.C.
In its purge of federal employees, the Trump administration has fired independent inspectors general, heads of government watchdog agencies, and everyday civil servants. Here's why so many ...CBS News - Mar. 10 -
Oversight Democrats launch review of crypto reserve 'poised to enrich' Trump
House Oversight Democrats are encouraging President Trump to abandon his plans for a crypto reserve, calling it a strategy to enrich himself at taxpayer expense. The reserve, announced by Trump ...The Hill - Mar. 13 -
Transportation Secretary Says Boeing Requires Oversight After Loss of Trust
Boeing is making strides, but has not yet won back the people, Secretary Duffy notes.Inc. - Mar. 15 -
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Trump picks Fed Governor Michelle Bowman to replace Michael Barr as Fed's supervision head
Bowman will have a key role in bank oversight as part of her new role.CNBC - Mar. 17 -
OpenAI expands COO Brad Lightcap's job to include business oversight, as Altman focuses on research
OpenAI said in a blog post on Monday that COO Brad Lightcap will now oversee "business and day-to-day operations."CNBC - 17h -
Under G.O.P., Congress Cedes Power to Trump, Eroding Its Influence
On spending, oversight and other issues, Republican lawmakers have willingly ceded power traditionally reserved for Congress to the Trump White House.The New York Times - Mar. 14 -
Democrats Demand Answers on DOGE’s Use of AI
Members of the House Oversight Committee sent dozens of requests to federal agencies on Wednesday about their use of AI software—and how Elon Musk could benefit.Wired - Mar. 12 -
We can’t move for therapists but do they help or harm mental health patients? | Martha Gill
GPs are increasingly directing vulnerable people to practitioners in a booming industry with no oversight. I was struck by the news last week that GPs are so overwhelmed with mental health patients ...The Guardian - Mar. 16 -
Michigan boy's death raises concerns about unregulated hyperbaric oxygen therapy
A 5-year-old's death in a Michigan hyperbaric chamber has sparked calls for more oversight of unsupervised hyperbaric oxygen therapy in the wellness industry.NBC News - Mar. 16 -
Trump topples civil rights offices at DHS
The Department of Homeland Security on Friday eliminated numerous civil rights offices, ending oversight of its immigration policies and avenues for public complaints. The department said it was ...The Hill - 3d -
Fired special counsel: 'I don't think we have watchdog agencies anymore'
The ousted head of the Office of Special Counsel (OSC) said his removal by President Trump is among a series of firings that have taken a wrecking ball to oversight of his administration. Special ...The Hill - Mar. 10 -
The ADL and the Heritage Foundation are helping to silence dissent in America | Ahmed Moor
Tax-exempt special interest groups like lobbyists and non-profits are exercising power with little democratic oversight. The repression that began under the Biden administration has accelerated ...The Guardian - Mar. 13 -
The Liverpool v Newcastle mismatch that summed up Carabao Cup final
Liverpool 1-2 Newcastle: As individual duels settled the Carabao Cup final, an oversight from Arne Slot reflected an off-day from the Premier League champions electYahoo Sports - Mar. 17 -
Top House Democrats seek DOGE details under Freedom of Information Act
The House Judiciary and Oversight committees sent a sweeping information request to the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) on Tuesday, seeking to root out Elon Musk's role and the extent ...The Hill - 6d -
Connolly calls for investigation into Lutnick encouraging Americans to buy Tesla stock
House Oversight and Accountability Committee ranking member Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-Va.) requested an investigation into Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick’s comments urging Americans to buy Tesla ...The Hill - 4d
