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Firing the Watchdogs | Sunday on 60 Minutes

Hampton Dellinger, former head of a federal watchdog agency, was among the first to be fired by President Trump. So were 18 inspectors general and the chief of the board that protects federal ...

CBS News - 3d

What America is losing as Trump fires independent government watchdogs

President Trump has fired heads of offices and agencies tasked, since Watergate, with protecting federal workers and whistleblowers. Scott Pelley reports on what's happening to independent watchdogs.

CBS News - 2d

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 ...

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2025 NFL free agency: Daniel Jones, Colts finalizing deal as Giants' former first-round QB heads to Indy

Jones heads to Indy to compete with Anthony Richardson

CBS Sports - 18h

"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 - 2d

CFPB official details DOGE ‘chaos’ in overtaking agency

A top official at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) gave an inside account of the “chaos” and “confusion” that overtook the agency when the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) ...

The Hill - 1d

NFL free agency primer: Sam Darnold to Seattle? Aaron Rodgers heading to Minnesota?

Sam Darnold and Aaron Rodgers are the two top quarterbacks available in free agency, but there are plenty of other top players that could be signing with new teams this week.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

CIA head, Russian spy chief speak by phone, first such contact in 27 months

The heads of U.S. and Russian spy agencies spoke by phone and agreed to keep up regular contacts to lower the temperature in U.S.-Russia relations, Russian news reports say.

CBS News - 1h

NFL free agency: Darnold set for Seattle in reported $110.5m deal as Fields heads to Jets

Quarterback will replace Geno Smith in Seattle Jets move on from Aaron Rodgers era Khalil Mack set to re-sign with Chargers Quarterback Sam Darnold has agreed on a three-year, $110.5m contract ...

The Guardian - 1d

Here's why banks don't want the CFPB to disappear

For years, American financial companies have fought the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau — the chief U.S. consumer finance watchdog — in the courts and media, portraying the agency as ...

NBC News - 1d

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 - 2d

3/9/2025: Firing the Watchdogs; The Settlement; A Method to this Madness

First, a report on the significance of President Trump firing independent government watchdogs. Then, a look inside the Purdue Pharma bankruptcy case. And, Dan Hurley: The 60 Minutes Interview.

CBS News - 2d

CCP Games appoints Head of Economy for Eve Frontier

CCP Games has hired Stefán Þórarinsson as its Head of Economy to roll out new updates and research for Eve Frontier.

VentureBeat - 4d

The US economy is heading for recession

Donald Trump’s policy agenda is sapping American animal spirits

Financial Times - 2d

Is the US headed toward a recession?

{beacon} 12:30 REPORT It’s Monday. Who else cannot stop trying to mimic Parker Posey’s accent in this season of “The White Lotus?” This clip of Posey on NBC’s “Today” is all over my social media ...

The Hill - 1d

Is the US really heading into a recession?

Stock market falls, tariffs and other changes are reigniting fear of economic downturn in the US.

BBC News - 9h

OPM Watchdog Says Review of DOGE Work Is Underway

The acting inspector general says the Office of Personnel Management is investigating whether any “emerging threats” have arisen as Elon Musk’s DOGE works to rapidly transform government systems.

Wired - 1d

2025 NFL free agency: 49ers releasing nine-time Pro Bowl FB Kyle Juszczyk, per report

Juszczyk, will hit free agency

CBS Sports - 1d

WATCH: High school runner hit in head with baton during race

Junior Kaelen Tucker was running the second leg of the 4x200 relay in the Virginia State High School League Championships when another athlete struck her in the head with a baton.

ABC News - 1d

Manchester City Women sack head coach Gareth Taylor as Cushing returns

City are fourth in WSL but in Champions League last eight Former manager Nick Cushing named interim manager Manchester City Women have sacked their head coach, Gareth Taylor, just five days ...

The Guardian - 1d

Buying a Home? Without the CFPB, You Need to Be Your Own Watchdog.

The C.F.P.B. had kept a close eye on mortgage lenders. But with the bureau hobbled, consumers should take several steps, starting with shopping for the best mortgage rates.

The New York Times - 4d

UK watchdog tells banks to prepare for redress scheme on car loans

FCA to announce decision on compensation within six weeks of court ruling

Financial Times - 23h

Starmer axes UK payments watchdog as part of anti-regulation drive

Government says regulator’s merger with Financial Conduct Authority will reduce complexity and boost innovation

Financial Times - 10h

Where will Russell Wilson cook? These 6 NFL teams need a starting QB

Russell Wilson still has plenty of cooking left to do in the NFL. Where he ends up is a mystery heading into free agency next week. Wilson seemingly had found a home in Pittsburgh until a five-game ...

Yahoo Sports - 5d

Senate Republican says Musk ‘does not have the power to fire people’

Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) said Sunday that tech billionaire Elon Musk “does not have the power to fire people.” "Elon Musk does not have the power to fire people. The president of the United States ...

The Hill - 2d

2025 NFL free agency: Ranking top available players at every position, best team fits, projected deals

Free agency begins Monday, March 10

CBS Sports - 3d

NFL free agency 2025: Top 10 players available, including Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson, Rico Dowdle

The best players who are still available in free agency

CBS Sports - 10h

Who are the early winners and losers of NFL free agency?

A flurry of moves to kick off free agency included good news for Tom Brady and Cam Ward. Meanwhile, it was a little rough for Aaron Rodgers and the Bengals.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

2025 NFL free agency: Titans signing ex-Steelers LT Dan Moore Jr. to four-year, $82 million deal, per report

Tennessee splurges on the offensive line early in free agency

CBS Sports - 1d

Trump turns screws on Zelensky heading into Jeddah talks

President Trump is inflicting mounting pain on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky ahead of planned talks in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, as U.S. officials look to secure concessions Trump can bring ...

The Hill - 1d

Report: CB Nate Hobbs heading to Packers

Hobbs had 49 total tackles and an interception in 11 games last season, though he missed several games with an ankle injury and an illness.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Evening Report — Government funding fight headed for the wire

Presented by National Council on Aging {beacon} Evening Report TRUMP FIRST 100 DAYS © Greg Nash House takes first swing at averting shutdown HOUSE REPUBLICAN LEADERS are striking a confident tone ...

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