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#donald-trump
fromIntelligencer
4 days ago
US politics

Trump's Most Unhinged Policy May Be Starving MAGA Arkansas of Disaster Relief

Trump's second administration is more radical but shows improved competence in implementing policies.
Trump's popularity has diminished significantly during his second term due to controversial decisions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
12 hours ago
NYC politics

Donald Trump wants to crack down on sanctuary cities'. What does that mean?

Trump's administration targets sanctuary cities, seeking to withhold federal funding as part of a crackdown on undocumented immigrants.
fromIntelligencer
4 days ago
US politics

Trump's Most Unhinged Policy May Be Starving MAGA Arkansas of Disaster Relief

Trump's second administration is more radical but shows improved competence in implementing policies.
Trump's popularity has diminished significantly during his second term due to controversial decisions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
12 hours ago
NYC politics

Donald Trump wants to crack down on sanctuary cities'. What does that mean?

Trump's administration targets sanctuary cities, seeking to withhold federal funding as part of a crackdown on undocumented immigrants.
more#donald-trump
#higher-education
more#higher-education
#tariffs
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
US politics

Harvard's free speech lie, Dems champion Kilmar Abrego Garcia and other commentary

The current political landscape is marked by tensions over speech censorship and economic uncertainty linked to tariff policies.
from6abc Philadelphia
1 day ago
US politics

Trump at 100 Days: The impact of tariffs on the cost of fresh fruit

Tariffs on fruit imports may lead to modest price increases at grocery stores, impacting the grocery sector's competitive strategies.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago
Business

Trump Floats Funding Government Solely Through Tariffs: How About Just No Taxes, Period? We Could Do That'

Trump proposed replacing federal income taxes with tariffs on foreign imports.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
US politics

Harvard's free speech lie, Dems champion Kilmar Abrego Garcia and other commentary

The current political landscape is marked by tensions over speech censorship and economic uncertainty linked to tariff policies.
from6abc Philadelphia
1 day ago
US politics

Trump at 100 Days: The impact of tariffs on the cost of fresh fruit

Tariffs on fruit imports may lead to modest price increases at grocery stores, impacting the grocery sector's competitive strategies.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago
Business

Trump Floats Funding Government Solely Through Tariffs: How About Just No Taxes, Period? We Could Do That'

Trump proposed replacing federal income taxes with tariffs on foreign imports.
more#tariffs
#diversity
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Here are all the ways people are disappearing from government websites

The SBA's website changes reflect broader federal efforts to erase diversity representation in compliance with executive orders.
NYC parents
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

New York Public Schools Uphold DEI Policies Despite Federal Threats

New York State leaders are committed to maintaining diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives despite federal pressures.
Miscellaneous
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Trump's latest blow to DEI: Government workers ordered to remove pronouns from email signatures by 5 p.m. Friday

The Trump administration mandated the removal of gender pronouns from federal employee email signatures as part of a rollback on DEI initiatives.
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

As Trump Targets DEI, Transportation Law Requires Him To Put It First - Streetsblog USA

The ambiguous definitions of 'underserved' in new infrastructure laws create uncertainty for vulnerable communities in grant decision-making.
Concerns rise over the prioritization of grant projects under the Trump administration's leadership.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Digital life

The N.E.A.'s New Gender and Diversity Edicts Worry Arts Groups

The NEA warns arts organizations against using federal funds for diversity initiatives that may conflict with federal policies.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Here are all the ways people are disappearing from government websites

The SBA's website changes reflect broader federal efforts to erase diversity representation in compliance with executive orders.
NYC parents
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

New York Public Schools Uphold DEI Policies Despite Federal Threats

New York State leaders are committed to maintaining diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives despite federal pressures.
Miscellaneous
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Trump's latest blow to DEI: Government workers ordered to remove pronouns from email signatures by 5 p.m. Friday

The Trump administration mandated the removal of gender pronouns from federal employee email signatures as part of a rollback on DEI initiatives.
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

As Trump Targets DEI, Transportation Law Requires Him To Put It First - Streetsblog USA

The ambiguous definitions of 'underserved' in new infrastructure laws create uncertainty for vulnerable communities in grant decision-making.
Concerns rise over the prioritization of grant projects under the Trump administration's leadership.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Digital life

The N.E.A.'s New Gender and Diversity Edicts Worry Arts Groups

The NEA warns arts organizations against using federal funds for diversity initiatives that may conflict with federal policies.
more#diversity
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago
NYC politics

Democratic lawmakers reintroduce Housing for All Act

Significant federal investments are crucial to address the affordable housing and homelessness crises in the U.S.
#telework
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Remote teams

IRS workers only had to show up to work once a week in person, before Trump took over

IRS employees had flexible telework options before policies were tightened under Trump, raising concerns about performance and taxpayer funding.
fromNextgov.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

OPM claims agencies can ignore union telework contracts

Agencies are directed to nullify telework provisions in labor contracts, claiming they infringe on management rights.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Remote teams

IRS workers only had to show up to work once a week in person, before Trump took over

IRS employees had flexible telework options before policies were tightened under Trump, raising concerns about performance and taxpayer funding.
fromNextgov.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

OPM claims agencies can ignore union telework contracts

Agencies are directed to nullify telework provisions in labor contracts, claiming they infringe on management rights.
more#telework
SF politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Newsom sues DOGE over its dismantling of AmeriCorps, saying cuts 'give middle finger to volunteers'

California Governor Newsom is suing to stop actions dismantling AmeriCorps, citing detrimental impacts on community service and volunteer work.
#new-york
fromBKReader
1 week ago
Brooklyn

Trump Administration Stops NY Offshore Wind Farm Project

The Empire Wind 1 project is threatened by halting actions from the Trump Administration, risking energy for 500,000 homes.
fromGay City News
2 months ago
NYC politics

AG James warns providers after reports of two NYC hospitals halting youth gender-affirming care

New York leaders are advocating for gender-affirming care access following federal efforts to restrict funding for institutions serving young patients.
fromBKReader
1 week ago
Brooklyn

Trump Administration Stops NY Offshore Wind Farm Project

The Empire Wind 1 project is threatened by halting actions from the Trump Administration, risking energy for 500,000 homes.
fromGay City News
2 months ago
NYC politics

AG James warns providers after reports of two NYC hospitals halting youth gender-affirming care

New York leaders are advocating for gender-affirming care access following federal efforts to restrict funding for institutions serving young patients.
more#new-york
#trump-administration
Alternative transportation
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Trump administration slams brakes on government's adoption of electric vehicles

The Trump administration has halted federal adoption of electric vehicles and charging stations.
This decision marks a significant shift from previous climate-focused policies.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Trump Administration Moves to End New York's Congestion Pricing Tolls

Trump plans to revoke federal approval for NYC's congestion pricing, reversing a toll program aimed at financing mass transit upgrades.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Trump's executive actions are getting challenged as 'arbitrary.' What does that mean?

President Trump's executive actions are facing significant legal challenges relating to compliance with the Administrative Procedure Act.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Two ways Trump aims to reshape government. And, how U.S. children are doing in school

U.S. students continue to struggle with learning losses in math and reading post-pandemic, reflecting deeper systemic issues.
Alternative transportation
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Trump administration slams brakes on government's adoption of electric vehicles

The Trump administration has halted federal adoption of electric vehicles and charging stations.
This decision marks a significant shift from previous climate-focused policies.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Trump Administration Moves to End New York's Congestion Pricing Tolls

Trump plans to revoke federal approval for NYC's congestion pricing, reversing a toll program aimed at financing mass transit upgrades.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Trump's executive actions are getting challenged as 'arbitrary.' What does that mean?

President Trump's executive actions are facing significant legal challenges relating to compliance with the Administrative Procedure Act.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Two ways Trump aims to reshape government. And, how U.S. children are doing in school

U.S. students continue to struggle with learning losses in math and reading post-pandemic, reflecting deeper systemic issues.
more#trump-administration
#immigration
New York City
fromKqed
3 months ago

Local Governments Across US Signal They Won't Aid Trump Migrant Crackdown | KQED

Local leaders oppose immigration crackdowns, emphasizing the need for community safety and the responsibilities of federal agencies.
fromCity Limits
1 month ago
NYC parents

Opinion: It's Time For NY Defend Immigrant Rights-Now More Than Ever

26,000 children will lose legal counsel due to federal order, highlighting the urgent need for state-funded legal representation.
New York City
fromKqed
3 months ago

Local Governments Across US Signal They Won't Aid Trump Migrant Crackdown | KQED

Local leaders oppose immigration crackdowns, emphasizing the need for community safety and the responsibilities of federal agencies.
fromCity Limits
1 month ago
NYC parents

Opinion: It's Time For NY Defend Immigrant Rights-Now More Than Ever

26,000 children will lose legal counsel due to federal order, highlighting the urgent need for state-funded legal representation.
more#immigration
#climate-change
OMG science
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability continues climate innovation despite federal setbacks

Stanford's Doerr School is developing innovations to address urgent sustainability challenges amidst a politically charged environment.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Digital life

FEMA Quietly Eases Rules Meant to Protect Buildings in Flood Zones

FEMA has halted enforcement of flood risk management rules for public buildings, risking safety and legal compliance.
OMG science
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability continues climate innovation despite federal setbacks

Stanford's Doerr School is developing innovations to address urgent sustainability challenges amidst a politically charged environment.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Digital life

FEMA Quietly Eases Rules Meant to Protect Buildings in Flood Zones

FEMA has halted enforcement of flood risk management rules for public buildings, risking safety and legal compliance.
more#climate-change
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Los Angeles Faces Nearly $1 Billion Deficit as It Rebuilds From Fires

Los Angeles faces a nearly $1 billion budget shortfall next fiscal year, prompting cuts and layoffs amid economic challenges.
Wildfire costs and federal policy shifts exacerbate financial difficulties for the city.
Washington Nationals
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Where in Washington is Military Power Most Concentrated?

The National Guard serves dual roles, creating tension over potential federal use against state protests.
House Bill 1321 aims to limit out-of-state National Guard deployments in Washington.
Cancer
fromkffhealthnews.org
1 month ago

Future of cancer coverage for women federal firefighters uncertain under Trump

Firefighters may lose newly granted cancer coverage due to changes in federal policy and webpage information under the Trump administration.
#diversity-and-inclusion
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago
LGBT

To erase transgender people further, Trump administration implements policy prohibiting pronouns in emails

The Trump administration's new directive on email signatures significantly impacts transgender identities in federal workplaces.
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago
LGBT

To erase transgender people further, Trump administration implements policy prohibiting pronouns in emails

The Trump administration's new directive on email signatures significantly impacts transgender identities in federal workplaces.
more#diversity-and-inclusion
Remote teams
fromKTLA
2 months ago

Under threat of termination, VA workers return to the office

Federal employees are ordered to return to offices full-time, with strict enforcement measures for noncompliance.
#electric-vehicles
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Trump administration pauses $3 billion marked for electric vehicle charging stations

The Trump administration has halted funding for electric vehicle charging projects, affecting billions previously allocated to states.
US news
fromInsideHook
2 months ago

It's About to Get Harder for Federal Employees to Charge EVs

Workplace charging stations are increasingly important for employee attraction and retention.
The GSA plans to remove thousands of EV chargers, impacting federal EV drivers and agencies.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Trump administration pauses $3 billion marked for electric vehicle charging stations

The Trump administration has halted funding for electric vehicle charging projects, affecting billions previously allocated to states.
US news
fromInsideHook
2 months ago

It's About to Get Harder for Federal Employees to Charge EVs

Workplace charging stations are increasingly important for employee attraction and retention.
The GSA plans to remove thousands of EV chargers, impacting federal EV drivers and agencies.
more#electric-vehicles
US news
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 months ago

How Names on Maps Get Changed-and Who Gets to Decide

The US government has decided to change the names of the Gulf of Mexico and Denali, sparking concern among local communities for cultural significance.
Miscellaneous
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

BREAKING: Under Trump, federal government now supports Tennessee law against trans health care

The federal government has shifted to support Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth, reversing previous opposition.
fromKqed
2 months ago
Law

Fearing Encounters With ICE, Tribal Leaders Offer Guidance to Their Members | KQED

Federal immigration response raises concerns about improper detentions of citizens.
Concerns exist among tribes regarding ICE operations and border wall impacts.
#trump
US news
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

Trump proposes 'getting rid of FEMA' while visiting North Carolina

Trump is considering significant changes to FEMA's role in disaster response, expressing disappointment in its bureaucratic nature.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Trump threatens to scrap emergency agency Fema

Trump is considering an executive order to reform or eliminate FEMA due to dissatisfaction with its disaster response.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
Black Lives Matter

What do Trump's executive orders on workplace diversity programmes say?

Trump revokes 1965 executive order, halting federal diversity programs on his first day in office.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago
California

Trump social media claim of using troops to force water flow is refuted by California

Trump escalates conflict with California over water management, claiming military involvement in water supply, which officials deny.
US news
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

Trump proposes 'getting rid of FEMA' while visiting North Carolina

Trump is considering significant changes to FEMA's role in disaster response, expressing disappointment in its bureaucratic nature.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Trump threatens to scrap emergency agency Fema

Trump is considering an executive order to reform or eliminate FEMA due to dissatisfaction with its disaster response.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
Black Lives Matter

What do Trump's executive orders on workplace diversity programmes say?

Trump revokes 1965 executive order, halting federal diversity programs on his first day in office.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago
California

Trump social media claim of using troops to force water flow is refuted by California

Trump escalates conflict with California over water management, claiming military involvement in water supply, which officials deny.
more#trump
Miscellaneous
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

A memo threatens federal workers with punishment for concealing DEI work from Trump's ban

Federal employees are mandated to report DEI initiatives or face repercussions following the end of DEI programs sanctioned by the executive order.
fromPoynter
3 months ago
California

Republican leaders want to put conditions on California wildfire aid. Is there precedent for that? - Poynter

California's disaster aid may come with conditions from federal authorities tied to state policy changes.
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