Trump is waging war against his own government

Trump is waging war against his own government, creating a deep sense of fear in the federal workforce — and recipients of federal aid.

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Will Trump’s fight against the ‘deep state’ upend government?

Also in today’s newsletter, why the first few days of Trump’s presidency have left China cautiously optimistic
Financial Times - Jan. 23
Trump Escalates His War on D.E.I.

President Trump’s campaign to end diversity, equity and inclusion policies has begun in federal agencies, and is jolting corporate America as well.
The New York Times - Jan. 23
Fighting Alongside Russia, North Koreans Wage Their Own War

Ukrainian forces described a different kind of enemy, fighting with unfamiliar tactics and little option to retreat.
The New York Times - Jan. 23
Trump's Energy and Border Emergencies Advance His Own Interests

Mr. Trump had the authority to declare two emergencies. But they also happened to advance his favorite targets: more fossil fuels and less immigration.
The New York Times - Jan. 22
Trump Cites His Own Victories as Sign He Will Lift a Country in ‘Decline’

In his second inaugural address, the president reprised dark themes from his first and laid out an expansive policy agenda.
The New York Times - Jan. 20
Trump launches his own $TRUMP meme coin, price soars overnight

Trump unveiled the so-called meme coin, which is designed to capitalize on the popularity of a certain personality, movement or viral internet trend, on social media.
CBS News - Jan. 18
Widow pushes back against state's conclusion that husband took his own life

ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke to the widow of Dennoriss Richardson, who was found hanging in an abandoned Alabama house last September.
ABC News - Jan. 14
Reeves 'to wage war on waste' and 'Nine-jobs Nigel'

"Growing disquiet" in the Labour Party and Nigel Farage's "side-hustles" lead Sunday's newspapers.
BBC News - Jan. 12
How Jack Smith destroyed his own case against Trump

Special Counsel Jack Smith's report on the Washington case alleging crimes related to Jan. 6 and the 2020 election is expected to be released soon, but will not include the Florida documents case, ...
The Hill - Jan. 11

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Trump tariffs expected to raise consumer prices

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Senior FBI official forcefully resisted Trump administration firings

Brian Driscoll refused to assist in the firing of agents involved in January 6th riot cases, pushing back so forcefully that some feared he would be dismissed.
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Tulsi Gabbard faces growing concern about her nomination after a tough confirmation hearing

Tulsi Gabbard’s nomination for director of national intelligence could be in serious trouble after her confirmation hearing this past week, multiple people familiar with the matter told NBC News.
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NTSB: Helicopter flew higher than allowed before deadly D.C. plane crash

The National Transportation Safety Board said in a briefing Saturday evening that the U.S. Army Blackhawk helicopter that collided with an American Airlines passenger jet flew higher than FAA ...
NBC News - 12h
There are bodies in the streets in the DRC as rebel group's sweep reignites decades old conflict

A deadly insurgency is sweeping the Democratic Republic of Congo, a country three times the size of Texas that is estimated to hold trillions of dollars worth of minerals essential to smartphones, ...
NBC News - 7h