A federal judge recently stepped in to pause significant cuts to medical research funding. These cuts, proposed by the administration, aimed to slash hundreds of millions from research groups. The money in question covers a wide range of expenses, from clinical trials to basic lab research. This mov
Elon Musk, the billionaire known for his ambitious ventures, found himself on Capitol Hill, learning about a new trick up the sleeve of politicians. This tool is called budget rescissions. It's a way to make budget cuts official and permanent. Musk joined a group of Republican senators for lunch. Th
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is about to undergo a significant transformation. The current administration is planning to reduce the number of employees by a whopping 80, 000. This move aims to bring the VA back to its 2019 staffing levels, which were just under 400, 000 employees. The pla
The Department of Government Efficiency is planning to end the lease of a key NOAA facility in Maryland. This facility is crucial for weather forecasting across the United States. It is often referred to as the "nerve center" for weather predictions. The decision comes just as the tornado season is
Federal employees, recently let go due to government downsizing, are exploring political careers. This trend is particularly noticeable among those with probationary status. The recent layoffs have sparked a wave of interest in public office, with many former employees turning to online forums like
Elon Musk, the billionaire CEO of Tesla, has been making waves in the government sector. He's been working closely with President Donald Trump to cut government jobs and reduce spending. This has sparked a lot of anger across North America and Europe. People are upset because they think Musk is usin
In recent weeks, Republican lawmakers have found themselves in the hot seat at town hall meetings across the country. These gatherings, meant to celebrate the Trump administration's early achievements, have instead turned into heated confrontations. The main issue? Mass firings of federal workers, e
Two astronauts, Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, are finally on the brink of returning to Earth after an extended stay in space. Their journey, which was supposed to last only a week, has stretched to nine months due to unexpected challenges. The astronauts were initially launched aboard Boeing's St
Linda McMahon, a former wrestling executive, has been appointed as the nation's education chief. This is a surprising choice, given her background and the president's plans for the Education Department. McMahon, a 76-year-old billionaire and former CEO of World Wrestling Entertainment, has little tr
Hundreds of people gathered at national parks in Southern California to voice their concerns about the future of public lands. The protests were sparked by the recent mass firings of federal employees, including many who worked in national parks. Protesters in Joshua Tree National Park waved America
