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Education Department cutting nearly 50% of workforce
The Department of Education said staff affected by the job cuts would be placed on leave starting Friday, March 21.CBS News - Mar. 12 -
Education Department cuts agency that measures student performance
Education Department cuts agency that compiles 'Nation's Report Card' and measures student performance.ABC News - Mar. 13 -
States sue to block dismantling of Education Department
The lawsuit asks a judge to immediately pause the Trump administration's mass firings and declare that the dismantling of the Department of Education unlawful.ABC News - Mar. 13 -
Michigan football veteran defensive players break down new transfer players
How the incoming transfers on defense are doing thus far.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19 -
US charges Chinese hackers and government officials in a broad cybercrime campaign
China is denying the U.S. Justice Department’s accusations against 12 Chinese nationals charged in connection with global cybercrime campaigns targeting dissidents, news organizations, U.S. ...ABC News - Mar. 6 -
Second judge orders thousands of probationary employees fired by Trump to be reinstated
U.S. District Judge James Bredar's order applies to 12 departments and several agencies that fired probationary workers during the Trump administration.NBC News - Mar. 14 -
Judge finds Elon Musk likely acted unconstitutionally in shuttering USAID
A federal judge ruled Tuesday that Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) likely exercised unconstitutional authority “in multiple ways” in dismantling the U.S. Agency for ...The Hill - Mar. 18 -
US Institute of Peace sues to block 'literal trespass and takeover' by DOGE
The U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) is asking a court to block the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) from dismantling the agency, saying it experienced a “literal trespass and takeover by ...The Hill - Mar. 19 -
Judge declines to temporarily block DOGE takeover of US Institute of Peace
A federal judge on Wednesday declined to temporarily block the Department of Government Efficiency’s (DOGE) takeover of the U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP), after the organization said its power was ...The Hill - Mar. 19 -
American George Glezmann freed by Taliban after being detained for over 2 years
George Glezmann, a U.S. citizen who was detained by the Taliban for more than two years, has been released, according to the State Department.ABC News - Mar. 20 -
3/21: CBS Mornings Plus
President Trump has issued an executive order to begin the process of dismantling the U.S. Department of Education. Also, will fans pay the price as the Celtics sell for billions?CBS News - 6d -
Trump instructs DOJ to sanction law firms over 'vexatious' litigation against government
President Trump instructed the Department of Justice (DOJ) on Friday to sanction attorneys and law firms if they engage in “frivolous, unreasonable and vexatious” litigation against the U.S. ...The Hill - 5d -
Former US Attorney found dead in Virginia home at 43
Former U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia Jessica Aber was found dead on Saturday morning at the age of 43. According to the Alexandria Police Department (APD), the cause and ...The Hill - 4d -
Trump seeks to weaken US education, retirement security programs
Trump is undermining vital federal programs, such as the U.S. Department of Education and Social Security, by making it harder for people to access benefits, which could lead to a catastrophic ...The Hill - 2d -
HHS sued for cutting program that provides legal aid for migrant children
Organizations that provide legal aid to migrant children have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services after the agency cut funding.ABC News - 8h -
HHS sued for cutting program that provides legal aid for migrant children
Organizations that provide legal aid to migrant children have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services after the agency cut funding.ABC News - 8h -
Trump administration re-opens student loan repayment plan applications
The U.S. Department of Education announced it is re-opening the online applications for income-driven repayment plans, the programs used by millions of federal student loan borrowers to repay their ...NBC News - 6h -
Trump administration re-opens student loan repayment plan applications
The U.S. Department of Education announced it is re-opening the online applications for income-driven repayment plans, the programs used by millions of federal student loan borrowers to repay their ...NBC News - 6h -
Education Department firings and the search for student Sudiksha Konanki: Morning Rundown
The Education Department is taking its first step toward a shutdown.NBC News - Mar. 12 -
Fired Education Department worker: 'We got the sense that we were disposable.'
Joe Murphy worked at the Education Department for almost 20 years.ABC News - Mar. 13 -
Broncos tweet thank you message to 4 departing free agents
The Broncos shared a thank you message to four of their departing free agents.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Trump targets Education Department and Steve Kornacki's NCAA picks: Morning Rundown
Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order to close the Education Department.NBC News - Mar. 20 -
Watch live: Students rally against Trump moves to dismantle Department of Education
A group of student demonstrators are holding a "sit in" at the Department of Education on Friday to protest President Trump's executive actions to shutter the department. Trump on Thursday signed ...The Hill - 6d -
Education Department paves way for its own destruction
The Department of Education is paving the way for its own destruction after laying off half of its workforce on Tuesday, leaving President Trump allies eager for more hits while the agency's ...The Hill - Mar. 12 -
Whistleblower sheds light on Trump's purge at Justice Department
Stacey Young, an 18-year veteran of the Justice Department who resigned a few weeks ago, is now leading a group of former officials helping those still inside the department facing demotions or ...CBS News - Mar. 12 -
Neville Gallimore ready to be 'jack of all trades' on Colts' defensive line
Indianapolis Colts' free agent signee and defensive tackle Neville Gallimore brings a "jack of all trades" mindset and skillset to the defense.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 20 -
Linda McMahon’s haphazard cuts to the Department of Education will be costly
The Trump administration would be wise to reverse course and implement a logical, evidenced-based approach to improving the Department of Education that does not harm children now or in the future.The Hill - Mar. 17 -
Trump ends diversity programming at the State Department
President Trump on Tuesday signed an executive order eliminating diversity programming at the State Department, wiping out the Biden administration’s initiative to remove barriers to employment for ...The Hill - Mar. 18 -
Trump to sign order Thursday dismantling Department of Education
President Trump is expected to sign an order on Thursday to launch the Department of Education's dismantling. A White House official told NewsNation that the anticipated executive order, first ...The Hill - Mar. 19 -
Trump signs executive order dismantling the Department of Education
Watch live coverage as President Trump holds an education event at the White House and signs an executive order that could lead to the dismantling of the Department of Education.NBC News - Mar. 20 -
Trump signs executive order to dismantle the Education Department
Trump signed an executive order directing Education Secretary Linda McMahon to dismantle the department. Complete elimination would require congressional approval.NBC News - Mar. 20 -
Former employees slam 'chaos,' 'confusion' at Department of Education
Since Trump eliminated nearly half of the Department of Education's workforce through an overhaul that affected roughly 2,000 people, former employees say there is chaos.ABC News - 2d -
HHS plans to cut 10,000 employees across the department
The Department of Health and Human Services plans to cut 10,000 jobs across several agencies as part of the Trump administration's efforts to restructure the federal government.NBC News - 8h -
HHS plans to cut 10,000 employees across the department
The Department of Health and Human Services plans to cut 10,000 jobs across several agencies as part of the Trump administration's efforts to restructure the federal government.NBC News - 8h -
HHS plans to cut 10,000 employees across the department
The Department of Health and Human Services plans to cut 10,000 jobs across several agencies as part of the Trump administration's efforts to restructure the federal government.NBC News - 8h -
HHS plans to cut 10,000 employees across the department
The Department of Health and Human Services plans to cut 10,000 jobs across several agencies as part of the Trump administration's efforts to restructure the federal government.NBC News - 8h -
Improved defensive play a key to Maine's hockey success
Mar. 19—ORONO — As good as the defensive statistics have been throughout the season, the University of Maine men's hockey team knows its defense has been a season-long work in progress. "Obviously, ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19 -
Testimony raises questions about Pete Hegseth's handling of secrets, sensitive communications
A contentious Senate hearing raised more questions about Defense Secretary Hegseth’s decision to share details of a planned U.S. military operation in a group chat.NBC News - 1d -
Judge approves Pentagon's settlement with LGBTQ veterans over discharge status
A federal judge gave final approval Wednesday to a class-action settlement between the Defense Department and LGBTQ veterans who were discharged because of their sexual orientation under “don’t ...NBC News - Mar. 13 -
ESPN baseball expert blasts DOD over removal of Jackie Robinson article
The Pentagon is facing backlash after an article dedicated to baseball legend Jackie Robinson and his time in the Army was removed from the Department of Defense’s (DOD) website. ESPN baseball ...The Hill - Mar. 19