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Trump Team’s Plan to “Make America Great Again” Is to Eviscerate Public Safety
DOGE has put at risk basic government function, dramatically increasing the riskiness of daily life for all Americans.
Judge Orders Trump Admin to Comply With Previous Order Restoring USAID Funds
If the White House does not comply with the judge’s order, it could spark a constitutional crisis.
House Republicans Vote to Gut Medicaid for Tax Cuts After Pressure From Trump
“They're showing you exactly who they’re working for,” Rep. Pramila Jayapal said on social media.
Trump Administration Seizes Control Over White House Press Pool in Chilling Move
“In a free country, leaders must not be able to choose their own press corps,” the White House press group said.
Staffers Resign En Masse From DOGE, Refusing to Help Musk “Dismantle” Services
“We will not lend our expertise to carry out or legitimize DOGE’s actions,” the staffers wrote.
Elon Musk Calls for Impeachment of Judges Who Oppose Trump Policies
A civil rights attorney said that the impeachment filing is “naked political retaliation.”
Sanders Moves to Block Trump’s $8.5B Transfer of Weapons to Israel
The sale includes thousands of the types of bombs and missiles found to have been used in likely Israeli war crimes.
Analysis Shows Nearly 4 in 10 Contracts Ended by DOGE Net No Real Savings
Meanwhile, DOGE's budget has doubled since the start of February, and Trump has spent millions in tax dollars on golf.
Idaho Woman Violently Removed From GOP-Led Town Hall After Criticizing Lawmakers
The woman was removed by unidentified private security guards who appeared to be following orders from the sheriff.
VA Employee: Musk’s Goal Is to Pave Way for Privatization of Public Services
Meanwhile, resistance grows to Elon Musk’s demands and threats to the federal workforce.