The Us Government Is Not A Startup

Trump signs order to gut Voice of America, other agencies

Trump signed an executive order on Friday aimed at gutting the parent of U.S. government-funded media outlet Voice of America and six other federal agencies.

NBC News - 3d

Albanian opposition protests TikTok ban alleging censorship ahead of election

Albania’s opposition has protested the left-wing government’s decision to shut down TikTok, calling the move censorship ahead of May 11 parliamentary elections

ABC News - 2d

Roy L. Prosterman, 89, Dies; Worked to Secure Land for the Rural Poor

Seeing land rights as the key to lifting up the impoverished, he pushed authoritarian governments as well as emerging democratic ones to distribute farmland.

The New York Times - 2d

Hundreds protest Tesla showrooms over Musk's DOGE work

Hundreds of protestors gathered outside of Tesla showrooms on Saturday to showcase their disdain for CEO Elon Musk and his work with the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) in an effort to ...

The Hill - 2d

Trojan horse at the border: China's Huawei operates freely in Mexico

Huawei, a Chinese telecommunications firm, has increased its presence in Mexico despite being banned by the U.S. government due to allegations of espionage, racketeering and conspiracy to steal ...

The Hill - 2d

Democrats need to stop infighting 'as quickly as we can': Sen. Whitehouse

Democratic Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse said Republicans forced Democrats to have to choose between supporting a funding bill or enduring more cuts to the federal government.

ABC News - 1d

Violence in Syria Shows Difficulty in Unifying Armed Forces

Sectarian-driven killings of civilians this month displayed the government’s weak control over both its own forces and affiliated fighters, experts said.

The New York Times - 1d

Some Federal Office Leases Restored After Pushback to Musk Team’s Cuts

The chaotic effort to reduce the government’s real estate portfolio is another example of the setbacks the administration has faced as officials try to carry out President Trump’s agenda.

The New York Times - 1d

Violence in Syria Shows Difficulty in Unifying Armed Forces

Sectarian-driven killings of civilians this month displayed the government’s weak control over both its own forces and affiliated fighters, experts said.

The New York Times - 1d

Here are 10 ways DOGE can remake our outdated Defense Department

The Department of Government Efficiency has a unique opportunity to modernize the defense business, to bring it to the level of innovation and efficiency enjoyed by America’s private sector.

The Hill - 1d

Congo says it will participate in peace talks with M23 rebels

Congo’s government says it will participate in peace talks in Angola with the Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group that has captured key areas of Congo’s mineral-rich east

ABC News - 1d

Legal Experts Question Trump’s Authority to Cancel Columbia’s Funding

The government has demanded drastic changes to the university before it will consider reinstating $400 million. Lee C. Bollinger, the school’s former president, calls it an “existential threat.”

The New York Times - 1d

Georgetown announces reduced tuition, career services for fired federal workers

Georgetown University is launching a program to offer tuition assistance and career services for federal workers impacted by President Trump's push to shrink the government workforce.

The Hill - 23h

2-year yield ends at highest in over 2 weeks as traders assess stagflation risk

Yields on U.S. government debt finished mixed on Monday after February retail sales came in below expectations and raised continued questions about the strength of the economy.

MarketWatch - 23h

Deported Professor Rasha Alawieh Attended Hezbollah Leader’s Funeral, D.H.S. Says

Dr. Rasha Alawieh was detained in Boston and denied entry when returning from a trip to Lebanon. The government says she attended a Hezbollah leader’s funeral.

The New York Times - 23h

Trump's tariff theater could actually help fight inflation

The effect of President Trump's frenetic style of governance — at least when it comes to trade — represents a peculiar twist that few economists would have predicted.

The Hill - 4h

Records show many federal workers were fired and rehired at 18 agencies

More than 24,000 federal probationary employees who worked across 18 agencies were fired as part of President Trump's efforts to reduce the size of government.

CBS News - 4h

"I'm the best leader for the Senate," Schumer says amid pushback over shutdown vote

Schumer said he is the "best at winning Senate seats" amid questions about his leadership after he voted to advance a GOP measure to fund the government.

CBS News - 5h

Does cutting benefits actually work?

The government has set out plans to save billions of pounds from the welfare bill - how have previous attempts to do this fared?

BBC News - 2h

The UK is cutting welfare spending to urge people to work. Critics say it will hurt the vulnerable

Britain’s Labour Party government has announced an overhaul of the welfare system it says will save the cash-strapped administration 5 billion pounds, or $6.5 billion

ABC News - 2h

Schumer defends vote to avert shutdown and his position as Senate Democratic leader

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer defends his vote with Republicans to keep the government open and his position as leader in an appearance on “The View” on Tuesday.

ABC News - 3h

Israel Resumes Attacks in Gaza After Stalled Cease-Fire Talks with Hamas

While the Israeli government has stopped short of a ground invasion for now, its new strikes in Gaza seem to be an effort to force concessions from Hamas.

The New York Times - 1h

Angel Reese hints at possible strike by WNBA players: 'If y'all don't give us what we want, we sitting out'

The current CBA expires following the 2025 WNBA season

CBS Sports - Mar. 8

With US leadership and European support we Ukrainians may at last have peace. But don’t let Russia off the hook | Andriy Yermak

Today’s Jeddah summit will be crucial. But so too is the need for European unity to counter Russian aggression now, and deter it in the future. Andriy Yermak is head of the Ukrainian presidential ...

The Guardian - Mar. 11

Five best NBA Underdog Fantasy prop picks for March 12: Use James Harden, Bam Adebayo in NBA best bets

SportsLine's computer model revealed its five best NBA Underdog Fantasy player props for Wednesday

CBS Sports - 5d

Steve Jobs Hired a High-Schooler to Write the First Mac Guide. Here’s How You Can Use AI to Follow His Example

A variety of AI services like ChatGPT can improve your business’s readability.

Inc. - 3d

My husband has dementia and will need care. Will Medicaid go after my money if I use it to pay off our mortgage?

“We still have around $300,000 left on our mortgage.”

MarketWatch - 22h

Gold hits record high over $3,000 amid rising geopolitical tensions; Pound at $1.30 against weakening US dollar – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, as gold hits $3,027 per ounce. Gold is continuing to hit new heights this morning – it’s now trading at $3,027 per ounce. . “In the ...

The Guardian - 7h

The Us Government Is Not A Startup

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