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Trump Dismisses Claim That Musk Will Be Briefed on Plans for Potential War With China
The defense secretary said he looked forward to welcoming Musk to the Pentagon for ‘an informal meeting about innovation, efficiencies & smarter production.’
Trump Urges Supreme Court to Stop Injunctions Blocking Enforcement of His Orders
The president said the judges do not care ‘about the repercussions from their very dangerous and incorrect decisions and rulings.’
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Over the years, Pano Kanelos, now President of the University of Austin, observed a growing “homogenization” of higher education.
Federal Judge Blocks DOGE From Accessing Social Security Information for Now
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Trump Takes 2-Pronged Approach to Reduce Education Department
Opponents are already filing lawsuits challenging the constitutionality of the president’s actions.
Israeli Cabinet Backs Netanyahu’s Firing of Security Services Chief
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Burgum Orders Nearly 20 Million Acres in Alaska Opened for Oil, Gas Development
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White House Condemns Bomb Threats Against Shen Yun
Press secretary says the Trump administration will take any such threats seriously and ensure perpetrators are held accountable.
Trump Signs Order to Consolidate Federal Procurement Under GSA
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Judge Says Trump Admin’s Response on Deportations ‘Woefully Insufficient’
The White House has said the mass deportations will continue as it contests the judge’s order.
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The judge ordered removal proceedings to be halted pending the outcome of a legal challenge.
Transportation Secretary Threatens to Withhold NYC Transit Funds Over Crime
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Social Security Announces Cost Cutting Initiative Following Audit
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Trump Signs Order to Ramp Up US Production of Critical Earth Minerals
The administration will soon sign a rare earth mineral deal with Ukraine, the president said.
Chinese National Sentenced for Conspiracy to Transport Illegal Immigrants to Guam
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