Judge says Elon Musk's claims of harm from OpenAI are a 'stretch' but welcomes possible trial

Trump 2nd term live updates: Judge denies effort to block DOGE from DOL data access

President Donald Trump has begun his second administration with a series of controversial moves and decisions.

ABC News - 11m

Judge blocks Musk team access to Treasury Department records

Nineteen state attorneys general sued the Trump administration after the Department of Government Efficiency (Doge) was given access.

BBC News - 1h

How Sam Altman Sidestepped Elon Musk to Win Over Donald Trump

After helping President Trump get elected, Elon Musk was poised to dominate the country’s A.I. policies. Then Mr. Altman sneaked into the White House.

The New York Times - 2h

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 - 2h

Judge temporarily blocks Musk’s ‘Doge’ team from accessing treasury records

Injunction granted in response to lawsuit alleging the Trump administration allowed Musk’s team access to sensitive data in violation of federal law. A federal judge early on Saturday blocked Elon ...

The Guardian - 5h

Judge blocks Trump administration from placing 2,200 USAID employees on leave

A federal judge blocked the Trump administration from orchestrating its plan to place more than 2,000 USAID employees on leave at midnight.

ABC News - 8h

New Time cover shows Elon Musk at the Resolute desk

Time published its latest cover featuring an image of Elon Musk sitting behind the Resolute desk in the Oval Office. NBC News' Garrett Haake has more on the cover and President Trump's reaction.

NBC News - 9h

Judge won’t block DOGE from accessing Labor Department systems

A federal judge Friday evening refused to block the Labor Department from giving Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) access to confidential systems or firing employees for ...

The Hill - 9h

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

Elon Musk's DOGE entered NOAA headquarters, sources say

Employees from the White House's Department of Government Efficiency have entered the Office of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, or NOAA. CBS News environmental correspondent ...

CBS News - 11h

Trump says Elon Musk and DOGE will review "just about" every federal agency

President Trump said nearly every federal agency in the U.S. government could fall under the scrutiny of Elon Musk and the White House's Department of Government Efficiency, known as DOGE. CBS News ...

CBS News - 12h

How Trump is testing checks and balances through Elon Musk's DOGE

NBC News' Laura Jarrett looks at whether there are legal paths to block recent moves by President Trump and Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency.

NBC News - 12h

The public won't get to see Elon Musk's financial disclosures

The wealthiest man in the world is in charge of a powerful new government task force fundamentally changing the government.

CBS News - 13h

What to know about Elon Musk's government dismantling and the fight to stop him

Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency group has made swift work of the billionaire's goal to curtail the government. Here are some of the direct actions.

ABC News - 13h

Pres. Trump gives Elon Musk and DOGE permission to look at Pentagon

President Donald Trump continues his efforts to reduce the size of the federal government, including the Pentagon, with the help of Elon Musk and his DOGE commission. NBC News Correspondents Kelly ...

NBC News - 15h

Trump says Musk will review "just about" every federal agency

In a press conference with the Japanese prime minister, President Trump indicated Elon Musk has wide latitude to review nearly every federal agency.

CBS News - 15h

What to know about Elon Musk's latest cost-cutting efforts at DOGE

Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency wants to cut government spending, but it's also prompting lawsuits and concerns about data privacy.

CBS News - 16h

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 - 17h

Elon Musk's DOGE staffers don't have access to U.S. nuclear secrets, Energy secretary says

Secretary of Energy Chris Wright said three DOGE staffers are working at the department.

CNBC - 18h

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

Judge bars DOJ from disclosing information on FBI agents tied to Jan. 6 cases

A group of unnamed FBI agents and the FBI Agents Association are seeking to prevent the Justice Department from disclosing a list of names of bureau employees who were tied to Jan. 6 probes.

CBS News - 1d

USAID Workforce Slashed From 10,000 to Under 300 as Elon Musk’s DOGE Decimates Agency

The US government’s primary foreign aid organization is losing the vast majority of its staff, forcing the agency’s lifesaving work to screech to a halt.

Wired - 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

Democratic polling finds Elon Musk is unpopular

Politico - 2d

Senate’s top appropriator says Elon Musk has gone too far

Politico - 2d

New Democratic bill targets Elon Musk

Politico - 2d

Elon Musk’s X Becomes Weapon in Government Cost Cutting

The billionaire has used the social media site to boast of victories, lash out at enemies and conduct polls for the initiative he calls the Department of Government Efficiency.

The New York Times - 3d

As schools in LA reopen, parents worry about harmful ash from wildfires

Weeks after the worst of the deadly fires tore through Los Angeles suburbs, families are grappling with the reality that toxic ash from burned cars and homes could be a health issue for awhile, ...

ABC News - Jan. 25

How Sam Altman Sidestepped Elon Musk to Win Over Donald Trump

After helping President Trump get elected, Elon Musk was poised to dominate the country’s A.I. policies. Then Mr. Altman sneaked into the White House.

The New York Times - 2h

NASCAR welcomes Rudd, Edwards into HOF

Ricky Rudd, known as the "Ironman" for his 788 consecutive starts over a 32-year career, and 'Cousin' Carl Edwards were inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame on Friday night.

ESPN - 7h

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 - 12h

Trump says he’ll roll out reciprocal tariffs next week. Here are his possible targets.

President Donald Trump on Friday said his administration would soon have an announcement about reciprocal tariffs. Peter Navarro, a longtime adviser to the president, has a target list for him.

MarketWatch - 15h

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 - 17h

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

Argentina says it will withdraw from the World Health Organization

A spokesman for President Javier Milei says he has ordered Argentina’s withdrawal from the World Health Organization due to profound differences with the U.N. agency

ABC News - 2d

Judge says Elon Musk's claims of harm from OpenAI are a 'stretch' but welcomes possible trial

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