Democrats Invite Fired Federal Workers to Trump's Congressional Address
#Protests #GovernmentCutsProtesters in Washington DC oppose cuts to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau by Elon Musk's 'department of government efficiency'. Fired federal workers are invited by Democrats to Trump's address to Congress to highlight the impact of mass firings. read more
Trump administration targets federal workers, social media, and foreign aid
#FederalLayoffs #GovernmentCutsThe Trump administration mandates federal agencies to prepare for significant layoffs, targeting both probationary and career officials. The Pentagon orders the removal of diversity, inclusion mentions from social media, while the VA pauses contract cuts, and the Supreme Court blocks foreign aid release. read more
Elon Musk's Doge Dividend Proposal Aims to Share Savings
#ElonMusk #governmentcutsElon Musk proposed sharing government spending cuts with US households, suggesting $5,000 checks if targets are met. Trump expressed support for the plan, with concerns about potential inflation. Musk has set a goal of cutting $2tn, but has only achieved $8.5bn in cuts so far. read more
Elon Musk leads federal agency cuts, sparks industry integration concerns
#ElonMusk #GovernmentCutsElon Musk, the Tesla and SpaceX CEO, attended an executive order signing with Donald Trump in the White House, proposing significant government cuts through Doge, potentially benefitting private companies like his while facing concerns regarding conflicts of interest. read more
Bill Gates Urges Caution on Government Budget Cuts in Interview
#BillGates #governmentcutsBill Gates suggests cutting 10-15% of government agencies' budgets but opposes wholesale closures, differing from Musk's DOGE proposal. Gates also reflects on his early skepticism towards engaging with the government and acknowledges his own unconventional behaviors. read more
House Speaker Mike Johnson Plans to Cut Federal Agencies by 75%
#FederalAgencies #GovernmentCutsHouse Speaker Mike Johnson plans to eliminate 75% of federal agencies with Elon Musk's help through the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Johnson aims to reduce agencies from 428 to 99, cut funding for PBS and Planned Parenthood, and dismantle the administrative state. read more
Controversy as Far-Right Congresswoman Leads Budget Slashing Panel
#MarjorieTaylorGreene #GovernmentCutsFar-right congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene leads a US congressional panel with Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to recommend government cuts and firings. The panel aims to reduce federal spending by $500 billion, including cuts to international organizations, Corporation for Public Broadcasting, and Planned Parenthood. read more