House Democrats try, and fail, to subpoena Musk

Ministers desperately want more housing - but are their plans radical enough?

A blizzard of statistics show just how tough it is to buy a home if you can theoretically afford it, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

BBC News - 43m

Democratic governors step forward to set the party's agenda

As President Donald Trump’s second administration takes shape in Washington, Democratic governors across the country are laying out their own plans for the year, with some using high-profile ...

NBC News - 2h

My husband has millions in a trust fund, pays all our bills and gives me $4,000 a month. Will I get our house if I divorce him?

“He pays all of our bills, including all our taxes, from one of his investment accounts.”

MarketWatch - 2h

As Ground Shifts, ‘Flailing’ Democrats Struggle to Find Footing in Diversity Fight

President Trump’s aggressive moves against transgender rights and diversity, equity and inclusion programs have left the Democratic Party casting about for a strategy for how to respond.

The New York Times - 3h

How Birmingham Is Trying to Reduce Gun Violence

Birmingham, Ala., which had a record year for homicides, is trying to curb shootings by blocking streets. But the effort has come to mean something else.

The New York Times - 3h

What does Elon Musk believe?

The man given free rein by Trump to crusade against the federal government supported Democrats until 2022. But some of Musk’s longstanding positions lead a straight line to his far-right ...

The Guardian - 3h

Democrats Take Aim at Elon Musk

It’s the first sign of unified opposition for a rudderless and leaderless Democratic Party.

The New York Times - 10h

Democrats demand probe into Musk's alleged 'conflicts' over billions in fed contracts

House Judiciary Democrats sent a terse letter Friday to Attorney General Pam Bondi, expressing concerns that Elon Musk’s role at DOGE creates "conflicts of interest."

ABC News - 11h

Democratic AGs sue over DOGE access to Treasury payment systems

A coalition of 19 Democratic-led states sued the Trump administration Friday night over the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)’s access to Treasury Department payment systems that dole out ...

The Hill - 11h

Trump signs order to establish White House Faith Office

President Trump signed an executive order Friday to establish a White House Faith Office in an effort to empower faith-based entities. The office will be part of the Domestic Policy Council and ...

The Hill - 13h

Musk brings tech playbook to Washington

Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} View Online Technology Technology The Big Story How Musk is using his tech playbook for DOGE campaign Elon Musk and his allies are using ...

The Hill - 13h

White House calls mixed jobs numbers 'weak,' blames Biden

President Donald Trump's top economic aide, Kevin Hassett, said, "We're inheriting a very difficult jobs market because of Joe Biden's terrible policies."

CNBC - 18h

Can anyone stop Elon Musk’s hostile takeover of the US government?

The billionaire’s aggressive efficiency drive has critics warning of a constitutional crisis. Allies say he’s just getting started

Financial Times - 18h

Lawmakers question Musk’s ‘infiltration’ into Education Dept. and student loan borrower data

Senators expressed concern that Elon Musk's DOGE had "infiltrated" the U.S. Department of Education and possibly gained access to federal student loan data.

CNBC - 18h

DOGE Builds ‘Firewall’ Between Musk’s Team and Legacy USDS Workers

“As far as I can tell, they’re hiding,” one USDS employee said about the DOGE team.

Wired - 19h

The Slash-and-Burn Tactics Musk Brings to Washington Often Backfired at Twitter

Can Elon Musk’s track record at X help predict the results of his current exploits within the U.S. federal government?

Inc. - 19h

House Democrats denied entry to the Department of Education

Democratic members of Congress were denied entry to the Department of Education for a meeting with acting Secretary Denise Carter when a security officer would not allow them inside.

NBC News - 19h

Here’s how Democrats should fight back against Trump | Margaret Sullivan

Democrats in a new generation are punching back hard. And, in so doing, showing their colleagues how to overcome their reputation for dithering. It’s easy to be disgusted with the Democratic party ...

The Guardian - 20h

House Dems physically denied entry to Education Department building

Politico - 20h

Mike Johnson says Democrats 'unresponsive' ahead of shutdown deadline

Politico - 22h

House GOP tees up hearing on Trump’s foreign aid overhaul

Politico - 1d

Elon Musk’s journey from climate champion to backing EV-bashing Trump

Musk believes Tesla’s rivals are more vulnerable to Trump’s moves against electric vehicles. Donald Trump ’s attempts to slash incentives for electric cars would cause sales of the vehicles to ...

The Guardian - 1d

Elon Musk Thinks Air Traffic Control Needs Innovation. Does it?

Musk’s delusions are powered by a common illusion.

Inc. - 1d

Elon Musk vs The US Government

Musk says "it's now or never" for his revolution

BBC News - 1d

Elon Musk’s DOGE Is Working on a Custom Chatbot Called GSAi

The chatbot is part of Elon Musk and President Donald Trump’s ambitions to use AI and other technologies to cut costs and modernize the US government.

Wired - 1d

Johnson urges Senate to wait for House to "do its work" on Trump agenda

House Republicans met for several hours with Trump Thursday, after GOP senators planned move forward with their own plan to enact Trump's priorities.

CBS News - 1d

House lawmakers push to ban AI app DeepSeek from US government devices

Lawmakers in the House are proposing to ban the Chinese artificial intelligence app DeepSeek from U.S. government devices

ABC News - 1d

As Elon Musk Attacks DEI, Tesla Quietly Addresses Racism Complaints

The company’s board pledged to investors that it would pay closer attention to how the company managed workers.

The New York Times - 1d

Committee punts on Kash Patel vote as Democrats keep up the pressure

Politico - 1d

John Irving's 'Queen Esther' returns readers to setting of 'The Cider House Rules'

In John Irving’s next book, the author is returning to St_ Cloud’s, Maine, and to the orphanage made famous in his acclaimed “The Cider House Rules.”

ABC News - 1d

Democratic polling finds Elon Musk is unpopular

Politico - 2d

WATCH: Screaming match erupts among house lawmakers over motion to subpoena Elon Musk

Democrats on the House Oversight Committee attempted to subpoena Elon Musk to testify but the procedural motion quickly turned into screaming and name-calling.

ABC News - 2d

Hispanic Democrats privately strategize how to counter Trump with immigration groups

Politico - 2d

New Democratic bill targets Elon Musk

Politico - 3d

Inside Elon Musk's government takeover

A tech-focused media outlet has become a premiere source for breaking news on Elon Musk, his inner circle and their efforts to reshape the federal government. Katie Drummond, global editorial ...

CBS News - 13h

This Is How Democrats Can Counter Elon Musk

Recklessness will not get us to a revitalized government, but neither will excessive caution and addiction to procedure.

The New York Times - 18h

Russ Vought confirmed as White House budget chief

Democrats fought the OMB nominee's confirmation, elevating a little-known agency head to the national spotlight amid larger anxieties about the fate of congressional spending authority.

Politico - 1d

Elon Musk’s Takeover Is Causing Rifts in Donald Trump’s Inner Circle

“He’s getting too big for his breeches,” says one Trumpworld source.

Wired - 2d

The Far Right Has a New Hero: Elon Musk

Elon Musk’s takeover of the federal government has inspired adoration from far-right communities online that used to be reserved for Donald Trump.

Wired - 2d

House Democrats try, and fail, to subpoena Musk

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