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Whistleblower Protector Fights Back

February 17, 2025

The Trump administration is taking a bold step by asking the Supreme Court to allow the firing of the head of the federal agency tasked with protecting whistleblowers. This move comes as a surprise, given the agency's crucial role in safeguarding federal employees from retaliation. The Justice Depar

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Small Businesses Face Uphill Battle in New Political Climate

February 16, 2025

Small businesses are feeling the pinch just one month into the new administration. The changes have been swift and significant, with funding freezes, tariffs, and a crackdown on diversity efforts. These changes have left many small business owners scrambling to adapt. David Funk, the founder of Zer

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U-Turn on Nuclear Workers: A Sudden Change of Plan

February 16, 2025

The U. S. agency in charge of nuclear weapons, the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), is in a pickle. They recently let go of some workers as part of a cost-cutting plan, but now they need them back. The problem? They can't find them. The agency sent out an email saying they want to re

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Trump's Big Move: Defunding Schools Over Covid-19 Vaccines

February 15, 2025

In a surprising turn of events, the former President of the United States, Donald Trump, signed an order that would cut federal funding for schools requiring Covid-19 vaccinations for students. This move was seen as a response to the ongoing debate surrounding vaccination mandates in educational ins

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Trump's Big Moves: Schools, Energy, and Layoffs

February 15, 2025

The former president, Donald Trump, made some significant announcements recently. He signed an executive order that stops federal funding for schools and universities that require students to get vaccinated against Covid-19. This move was done to push back against vaccine mandates, which have been a

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A Sudden Exit: Federal Workers Given Short Notice

February 15, 2025

Imagine having to leave your job in just 30 minutes. That's what happened to some federal workers due to recent layoffs. The Trump administration's plan to shrink the federal workforce led to a swift and unexpected exit for many employees. The goal? To make the government more efficient and

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Trump's Big Moves: Energy Boost and Vaccine Funds Cut

February 15, 2025

Trump made some significant decisions recently. He set up a new council focused on making the US a major player in the energy world. This move is all about boosting domestic energy production. He even mentioned a big pipeline project to bring more fuel to New York and New England. This isn't just ab

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Money Matters: Judge Tells Trump to Unfreeze Aid

February 14, 2025

A federal judge has stepped in and told the Trump administration to temporarily unfreeze foreign aid funding. This decision came after a sudden halt in payments caused chaos for suppliers and non-profits worldwide. The judge gave the administration five days to show they are following the order. Th

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A High-Stakes Showdown Over Government Data

February 14, 2025

Imagine this: A judge steps in and blocks access to crucial financial data. This isn't just a minor hiccup; it's a big deal that could shake up the entire global economy. The standoff involves President Trump's administration and a group of 19 states leaning towards the Democratic party. These state

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Federal Government Layoffs: A New Wave of Job Cuts

February 14, 2025

The federal workforce, the country’s largest employer, is facing significant changes. The administration has ordered agencies to terminate nearly all probationary employees who haven’t yet gained civil service protection. This move could affect hundreds of thousands of workers. The Departme