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USAID contractor says agency overhaul will hurt U.S. small businesses
The Trump administration's steps to dismantle the U.S. Agency for International Development has drawn sharp criticism and concern. Keith Ives, a USAID contractor who measures the estimated impact ...CBS News - 10h -
USAID worker says "everyone is really scared" at agency after being locked out
USAID personnel have been locked out of their offices and email since Monday, leaving many confused as to whether they'll have healthcare or paychecks coming. One staffer spoke anonymously to ...CBS News - 10h -
Accidental’ F.B.I. Chief Builds a Following as Agency’s Defender
Brian Driscoll was accidentally catapulted into the acting director’s chair on Jan. 20 and has defended the bureau from the potential of mass firings, inspiring memes and satirical clips.The New York Times - 1d -
Biden signs with powerhouse Hollywood talent agency CAA
Former President Joe Biden has signed with the powerhouse talent agency CAA, joining its star-studded ranks of Hollywood actors and sports legends as he explores what comes after the White House.CBS News - 1d -
Former USAID official reacts to agency overhaul
U.S. officials confirmed to CBS News on Monday that the State Department would absorb the U.S. Agency for International Development as part of President Trump and Elon Musk's efforts to overhaul ...CBS News - 2d -
Biden signs with Los Angeles talent agency
The former president was signed to the same agency between 2017 to 2020, which also represents the Obamas.BBC News - 2d -
Turmoil inside USAID as Musk calls the agency 'criminal' and says it 'has to die'
Amid ongoing turmoil inside the U.S. Agency for International Development, sources say that Department of Government Efficiency staffers have moved to take over offices.ABC News - 2d -
Biden rejoins Hollywood agency that also represents Obamas
Former President Biden signed with Creative Artists Agency (CAA) on Monday, giving a window into his post-presidency next moves. “President Biden is one of America’s most respected and influential ...The Hill - 2d -
Marco Rubio blasts USAID, says he is agency's acting administrator
Secretary of State Marco Rubio is speaking out on USAID, the federal agency that provides humanitarian aid and funding for programs abroad. USAID will be merged into the State Department and Rubio ...CBS News - 2d -
W.N.B.A. Free Agency Has Descended Into Chaos
In just six days, 10 multi-time All-Stars changed teams. More madness could be coming.The New York Times - 2d -
Standoff at Ukrainian Agency Disrupts Arms Contracts, Suppliers Say
Ukrainian defense companies say they cannot sign new contracts or receive payment — potentially jeopardizing future supplies to already struggling troops.The New York Times - 2d -
Elon Musk says Trump agreed to "shut down" USAID, government's primary humanitarian aid agency
CBS News has learned at least two top security officials at the U.S. Agency for International Development, USAID, have been placed on administrative leave after the two officials refused to allow ...CBS News - 2d -
End Appears Near for U.S. Aid Agency, Democratic Lawmakers Say
A sense of crisis among aid groups was growing as U.S.A.I.D.’s website went dark.The New York Times - 3d -
Will the credit rating agencies stand up to Trump?
Debt rankers appear to have been more coy in recent years on risks of developed economies than emerging marketsFinancial Times - 6d -
Kash Patel says FBI wouldn’t seek retribution against Trump opponents; at least five senior agency leaders reportedly demoted or moved – live
Trump’s nominee to lead FBI also denied having an ‘enemies list’; Tulsi Gabbard faces sharp criticism over past comments sympathetic to Russia. RFK Jr dodges clear answers on vaccines on second ...The Guardian - 6d -
Federal agencies ordered to implement transgender bathroom ban
The Trump administration is ordering federal agencies to bar transgender workers from single-sex facilities that match their gender identity by Friday and fire any employees working on “gender ...The Hill - 6d -
Trump’s Firings Take Aim at Federal Labor Agencies
After dismissing 17 independent inspectors general earlier, Trump has fired a half dozen NLRB and EEOC officials in a bid to bring the agencies into ideological alignment.Inc. - Jan. 29 -
OpenAI launches ChatGPT Gov for U.S. government agencies
OpenAI on Tuesday announced the launch of ChatGPT for government agencies in the U.S.CNBC - Jan. 28 -
OpenAI announces new ChatGPT version for government agencies
OpenAI is launching a new version of its popular ChatGPT model that is specifically tailored to government agencies and workers as the artificial intelligence firm seeks to remain a top player in ...The Hill - Jan. 28 -
UK competition agency will make ‘rapid decisions’, new chair says
Newly installed Doug Gurr wants to improve relations with industries and spur investmentFinancial Times - Jan. 28 -
Federal agencies begin targeted immigration crackdowns in Chicago
Multiple federal agencies have conducted targeted immigration enforcement operations in Chicago as part of the Trump administration's crackdown on immigration. CBS News Chicago reporter Asal Rezaei ...CBS News - Jan. 27 -
Trump orders review of Fema after saying disaster agency ‘is not good’
Council including defense and homeland security secretaries will report within 180 days on future of agency. US politics live – latest updates Donald Trump has ordered an investigation into ...The Guardian - Jan. 27 -
The Epicenter of W.N.B.A. Free Agency Is a Different League’s Headquarters
Unrivaled’s opening weekend brought free agents, coaches and general managers together under the same roof.The New York Times - Jan. 27 -
Trump fires independent watchdogs at multiple federal agencies
President Trump is facing mounting criticism after firing 18 inspectors general from federal agencies that were tasked with monitoring fraud, waste and abuse. This comes after the confirmation of ...NBC News - Jan. 26 -
Trump threatens to scrap emergency agency Fema
President tours hurricane-damaged areas of North Carolina and says: ‘I think we’re going to recommend Fema go away’. Donald Trump visited fire-ravaged Los Angeles on Friday, his second stop on a ...The Guardian - Jan. 24 -
Israeli ban on UNRWA could ‘sabotage’ Gaza ceasefire, says agency chief
Philippe Lazzarini warns new legislation restricting Palestinian refugee work risks undermining international lawFinancial Times - Jan. 24 -
Trump says disaster management agency ‘getting in the way’, states should take care of own problems – live updates
President says FEMA ‘gonna be a whole big discussion very shortly’ in first presidential interview with Sean Hannity on Fox. House Republicans form new January 6 panel in attempt to undercut past ...The Guardian - Jan. 23 -
Mercury's Griner tests free agency for first time
Brittney Griner, who has always re-signed with the Mercury since she was drafted in 2013, will test the WNBA's free agent market for the first time.ESPN - Jan. 21 -
Yvette Cooper says multiple agencies failed to identify ‘terrible danger’ posed by Southport killer – politics live
Home secretary tells MPs details of attack will be set out when Axel Rudakubana is sentenced on Thursday. Starmer says nothing will be off the table in the inquiry.. There are also questions ...The Guardian - Jan. 21 -
Exclusive: Outgoing SBA Boss Isabel Guzman Says the Agency Should Remain Independent
In an exclusive interview with Inc., the administrator says it would be a mistake to downsize a billion-dollar agency that has become more efficient at lending.Inc. - Jan. 20 -
FCC chief: Agency is not 'president's speech police'
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chair Jessica Rosenworcel is dismissing four high profile petitions before the agency before she vacates the position, saying such action is necessary to ...The Hill - Jan. 16 -
Rep. Judy Chu says fire agencies have assured her there is "enough water"
Rep. Judy Chu said fire agencies have assured her there is "enough water" to continue fighting fires amid concerns over water pressure in her district.CBS News - Jan. 12 -
Rep. Judy Chu: Fire agencies say there is "enough water" to fight wildfires going forward
Rep. Judy Chu, whose district has been affected by the Eaton fire, tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that she has been in touch with Gov. Gavin Newsom and fire agencies have assured ...CBS News - Jan. 12 -
Syrian intelligence agency says it thwarted a planned Islamic State attack on a Shiite shrine
Intelligence officials in Syria’s new de facto government say they have thwarted a plan by the Islamic State group to set off a bomb at a Shiite shrine in the Damascus suburb of Sayyida ZeinabABC News - Jan. 11 -
How federal agencies are responding to the Southern California wildfires
With the Los Angeles-area wildfires expected to be one of the most expensive disasters in California history, Margaret Brennan examines how the federal government is offering to help.CBS News - Jan. 10 -
Medicare can now cover Eli Lilly's Zepbound for sleep apnea, Health Department agency says
It opens the door for broader coverage and access to Zepbound, which is not currently covered by Medicare and many other insurance plans for weight loss.CNBC - Jan. 9 -
WNBA free agency: Satou Sabally says she won't re-sign with Wings; Fever a potential home for All-Star forward
Sabally is an unrestricted free agent, but the Wings could 'core' her to gain exclusive negotiating rightsCBS Sports - Jan. 9