Elon Musk claims there are 150-year-olds on Social Security

Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk made claims earlier this week that there are 150-year-olds on Social Security.

CDC to lose nearly 1,300 probationary employees under Trump's job cuts

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is set to lose nearly 1,300 probationary employees—about 10% of its workforce—as part of a broader federal decision to remove all probationary employees from the agency.

Live updates: Trump hosts India's PM after increasing US tariffs

President Trump signed another executive order increasing U.S. tariffs before hosting India's prime minister at the White House.

Trump signs order for reciprocal tariffs on US trading partners

The president rolled out his plans to increase U.S. tariffs to match the tax rates that other countries charge on imports. Here's what we know.

Will President Donald Trump attend the Daytona 500?

President Donald Trump attended Super Bowl LIX, becoming the first sitting president to attend the event. Will he attend the 2025 NASCAR Daytona 500 race in Florida?

RFK Jr. confirmed as health secretary after contentious Senate hearings

The 52-48 vote for President Donald Trump's controversial nominee fell largely along partly lines, with former majority leader Mitch McConnell the only Republican to vote against RFK Jr.'s confirmation.

President Trump expected to sign executive order on public safety in nation's capital

President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order aimed at enhancing public safety in Washington, D.C. The announcement could come as early as Friday. 

Trump elected chairman of Kennedy Center, replaces board with loyalists

Less than a week after announcing his intention to take over the role, President Donald Trump was elected chairman of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on Wednesday.

How far does Trump's executive order banning paper straws go?

This week, President Donald Trump signed an executive order banning federal use of paper straws, claiming they “don’t work" or “last very long".

Senate confirms Tulsi Gabbard as top intelligence official

Tulsi Gabbard, one of President Donald Trump’s most controversial cabinet picks, has been confirmed as the next U.S. director of national intelligence.

Trump, Musk defend DOGE's work: 'We found fraud and abuse'

President Donald Trump signed an executive order advancing Elon Musk’s work leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).

President Donald Trump and Elon Musk discuss DOGE EO
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Donald Trump signs an Executive Order implementing DOGE "workforce optimization initiative," will encourage agencies to limit hiring and reduce size of federal government:

Trump doubles down on Gaza plan after meeting with king of Jordan

During a White House meeting with Jordan’s King Abdullah II, President Donald Trump reiterated his proposal for the U.S. to take control of Gaza.

Judge tells agencies to restore public health websites removed under Trump order

A federal judge has told government agencies to restore public access to health-related webpages and datasets they removed to comply with an executive order by President Donald Trump.

Trump’s federal buyout plan stalled as judge extends hold

A federal judge has temporarily halted President Donald Trump’s buyout plan aimed at downsizing the federal workforce.

US-China trade war reignites as both sides slap new tariffs

The U.S.-China trade war has reignited as President Donald Trump, shortly after returning to office, imposed a 10% tariff on all Chinese imports, prompting swift retaliation from Beijing.