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White House Signals Federal Workers Face Uncertain Paychecks During Shutdown
Unprecedented: White House signals no guaranteed back pay for federal workers during shutdowns, ending a historical norm. See impacts on civil service.
White House Says Federal Workers’ Back Pay During Shutdown Isn’t Guaranteed
A new OMB memo clarifies furloughed federal employees aren't guaranteed back pay for shutdowns. This upends expectations, creating financial limbo.
Curtis Sliwa: The Red Beret, Six Cats, and an Unlikely Mayoral Bid for NYC
Unpack Curtis Sliwa's unconventional New York City mayoral campaign. Learn how his outsider status battles Mamdani & Cuomo in a high-stakes race.
Curtis Sliwa: The Red Beret, Six Cats, and a Long-Shot Mayoral Bid for NYC
Curtis Sliwa takes on Cuomo & Mamdani in NYC's mayoral race. Explore his anti-establishment, public safety-focused campaign and its chances.
President Trump Signals Willingness to Deal on Healthcare Subsidies Amidst Second Week of Shutdown
Trump may negotiate healthcare subsidies, offering a path to end the government shutdown. This pivot affects ACA payments, insurance markets, and the economy.
Trump Signals Openness to Healthcare Subsidy Deal Amid Week-Long Shutdown
President Trump signals willingness to extend crucial ACA healthcare subsidies, potentially ending government shutdown. A breakthrough for millions' market stability.
Bessent Appoints Frank Bisignano as IRS CEO in Unprecedented Leadership Shake-Up
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent appoints Frank Bisignano as the IRS's first-ever CEO. Learn how this "double duty" role aims to overhaul the agency.
Thousands of Federal Agents Shift Focus from Major Crime to Immigration Enforcement, Sparking Morale Crisis
Federal investigators pulled from global cartels to border duty. See how this shift impacts national security, stalls vital crime cases, and fuels HSI agent resignations.
As Laura Loomer, an influential loyalist to President Trump, fights with Tucker Carlson and other MAGA stalwarts, some White House officials have grown concerned about her outsize influence
Laura Loomer's MAGA feuds with figures like Tucker Carlson create headaches for Trump's inner circle. Explore her influence & its impact on strategic messaging.
Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration's National Guard Deployment in Oregon
Federal judge blocks Trump's National Guard deployment in Oregon, challenging presidential power over civil unrest. Learn what this landmark ruling means for state sovereignty.
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A Federal Judge Delivers Stinging Blow to Trump Admin's National Guard Deployment in Oregon
BREAKING: Federal judge blocks Trump's deployment of National Guard in Oregon, halting federal efforts and challenging presidential power over state sovereignty.
Federal Shutdown Drags into Second Week as Impasse Holds, Consequences Yet to Fully Mount
Federal government shutdown hits week two. 800,000 federal workers face missed paychecks & rising economic strain as Washington's gridlock persists.
Trump Pushes Federal Troop Deployments in Democrat-Led Cities Amidst Legal Roadblocks
Trump targets Illinois for federal deployments amid judge's Portland block. Explore escalating federal-local conflict & its impact on urban economies and governance.
Trump's Federal Troop Mobilization Faces Judicial Hurdle Amidst Escalating Urban Tensions
A judge blocks federal troops in Portland; Trump targets Illinois. Unpack the federal-state power clash, its impact on cities & businesses, and future precedents.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s Emphasis on Physical Prowess Comes as Experts Say Future Wars Will Depend More on Cutting-Edge Technology, Precision Strikes and AI
Defense Secretary Hegseth prioritizes physical fitness, but experts urge AI dominance for future warfare. Unpack this critical Pentagon debate on tech & strategy.
Trump Orders Another Lethal Military Strike on an Alleged Drug-Trafficking Boat in the Caribbean, Signaling Administration Is Undeterred by Mounting Legal Questions About the Campaign
Trump admin's lethal Caribbean military strike on a drug vessel kills four, igniting legal debate. Explore the controversial counter-narcotics strategy.