Inside Elon Musk's 'Digital Coup'Musk's loyalists have infiltrated federal agencies, aiming to implement significant changes in governance through technology and AI.
Musk, DOGE, and the AI-fueled Plot to Fire EverybodyDOGE represents both a serious government initiative and an ironic meme, reflecting mixed public sentiments.Public perception of Musk's influence is largely negative, highlighting concerns over government efficiency efforts.
This Is What Happens When the DOGE Guys Take OverFear and uncertainty affect federal employees as Elon Musk's representatives disrupt agency operations.
Poll shows strong disapproval of Musk cost-cutting as US agencies end leasesTrump and Musk face legal and public challenges in their efforts to cut federal budgets and staffing.
Struggle Over Americans' Personal Data Plays Out Across the GovernmentMichelle King reassured Congress about privacy at SSA; her resistance to Musk's data request led to her and her chief of staff's dismissal.
Hundreds of federal offices across the US could begin closing this summer at DOGE's behestFederal agencies are rapidly vacating offices due to budget cuts under Musk's Department of Government Efficiency.
Inside Elon Musk's 'Digital Coup'Musk's loyalists have infiltrated federal agencies, aiming to implement significant changes in governance through technology and AI.
Musk, DOGE, and the AI-fueled Plot to Fire EverybodyDOGE represents both a serious government initiative and an ironic meme, reflecting mixed public sentiments.Public perception of Musk's influence is largely negative, highlighting concerns over government efficiency efforts.
This Is What Happens When the DOGE Guys Take OverFear and uncertainty affect federal employees as Elon Musk's representatives disrupt agency operations.
Poll shows strong disapproval of Musk cost-cutting as US agencies end leasesTrump and Musk face legal and public challenges in their efforts to cut federal budgets and staffing.
Struggle Over Americans' Personal Data Plays Out Across the GovernmentMichelle King reassured Congress about privacy at SSA; her resistance to Musk's data request led to her and her chief of staff's dismissal.
Hundreds of federal offices across the US could begin closing this summer at DOGE's behestFederal agencies are rapidly vacating offices due to budget cuts under Musk's Department of Government Efficiency.
What "America First" Could Cost UsThe U.S. government is shifting towards an isolationist policy that emphasizes domestic economic benefits in foreign assistance.
Lawyers Plan to Sue Federal Government on Behalf of Jan. 6 RiotersLawyers plan to sue the federal government on behalf of Capitol rioters pardoned by Trump, claiming mistreatment by federal agencies.
Judge temporarily blocks NYC mayor from allowing ICE agents on Rikers Island jailA New York judge has ordered a halt to federal immigration agents operating at Rikers Island pending a lawsuit hearing.
Trump-appointed judge orders Trump admin to 'turn the funding spigots back on' | TechCrunchA federal judge ordered the Trump administration to resume funding under Congress-approved acts, rebuffing claims of executive overreach.
Lawyers Plan to Sue Federal Government on Behalf of Jan. 6 RiotersLawyers plan to sue the federal government on behalf of Capitol rioters pardoned by Trump, claiming mistreatment by federal agencies.
Judge temporarily blocks NYC mayor from allowing ICE agents on Rikers Island jailA New York judge has ordered a halt to federal immigration agents operating at Rikers Island pending a lawsuit hearing.
Trump-appointed judge orders Trump admin to 'turn the funding spigots back on' | TechCrunchA federal judge ordered the Trump administration to resume funding under Congress-approved acts, rebuffing claims of executive overreach.
AmeriCorps and Peace Corps workers were building careers - then the DOGE cuts cameAmeriCorps members are facing sudden terminations that threaten their service contracts and future career prospects.
Anti-trans headers placed on websites judge ordered Trump to restoreThe Trump administration reinstated web pages with vital information for trans people but added misleading disclaimers rejecting gender ideology.
Trump to sign order making English the official language of the United StatesTrump aims to make English the official language of the U.S. through an executive order, marking a historical first.
The Public-Health Brain Drain Is HereThe Trump administration is significantly reducing personnel at health agencies, impacting continuity and operations.
The Trump Administration Is Going After Our Elections TooThe Trump administration's actions threaten the integrity of election security in the U.S. by stripping critical resources and personnel.
Chuck Schumer to vote for Republican funding bill to avert shutdownSchumer supports a bill to prevent government shutdown despite internal party pressures, believing it's necessary to protect vital services.
What does the Department of Education do? Questions fly as Trump prepares executive order to dismantle itTrump is expected to attempt dismantling the Department of Education, facing potential legal hurdles and pushback from various stakeholders.
Anti-trans headers placed on websites judge ordered Trump to restoreThe Trump administration reinstated web pages with vital information for trans people but added misleading disclaimers rejecting gender ideology.
Trump to sign order making English the official language of the United StatesTrump aims to make English the official language of the U.S. through an executive order, marking a historical first.
The Public-Health Brain Drain Is HereThe Trump administration is significantly reducing personnel at health agencies, impacting continuity and operations.
The Trump Administration Is Going After Our Elections TooThe Trump administration's actions threaten the integrity of election security in the U.S. by stripping critical resources and personnel.
Chuck Schumer to vote for Republican funding bill to avert shutdownSchumer supports a bill to prevent government shutdown despite internal party pressures, believing it's necessary to protect vital services.
What does the Department of Education do? Questions fly as Trump prepares executive order to dismantle itTrump is expected to attempt dismantling the Department of Education, facing potential legal hurdles and pushback from various stakeholders.
Ending data silos: Inside the new executive order to fight waste, fraud and abuseThe Executive Order mandates federal agencies to dismantle information silos for improved data transparency and collaboration.
Trump officially rolls out his plan to eliminate the Department of Education. Here's what it would mean for Americans.Trump aims to eliminate the Department of Education, redistributing its functions to other agencies, despite needing Congress' approval to do so.
GSA to 'quadruple' in size to centralize procurement across the governmentThe new executive order centralizes federal procurement under the General Services Administration, significantly expanding its role and size in government contracting.
Ending data silos: Inside the new executive order to fight waste, fraud and abuseThe Executive Order mandates federal agencies to dismantle information silos for improved data transparency and collaboration.
Trump officially rolls out his plan to eliminate the Department of Education. Here's what it would mean for Americans.Trump aims to eliminate the Department of Education, redistributing its functions to other agencies, despite needing Congress' approval to do so.
GSA to 'quadruple' in size to centralize procurement across the governmentThe new executive order centralizes federal procurement under the General Services Administration, significantly expanding its role and size in government contracting.
Trump Just Cut the Office Working on His Promise to End Surprise Medical BillsTrump's surprise medical billing legislation is at risk due to federal job cuts.The effectiveness of consumer protection in health care is threatened by recent layoffs.
RFK Jr.'s End GameKennedy's layoffs will disrupt his own objectives regarding chronic disease control.
Trump Just Cut the Office Working on His Promise to End Surprise Medical BillsTrump's surprise medical billing legislation is at risk due to federal job cuts.The effectiveness of consumer protection in health care is threatened by recent layoffs.
RFK Jr.'s End GameKennedy's layoffs will disrupt his own objectives regarding chronic disease control.
Report: DOGE gains access to confidential HUD recordsDOGE's access to sensitive housing discrimination records has sparked significant privacy concerns and legal challenges.
DOGE staffer who shared Treasury data now has more access to government systemsElez's past violations raised concerns about data access, yet he has been rehired for sensitive jobs across multiple federal agencies.
Judge says no to DOGE accessing PII at trio of agenciesA Maryland judge blocked federal agencies from sharing union members' personal data with Elon Musk's DOGE team, citing Privacy Act violations.
Treasury agrees to block additional DOGE staff from accessing sensitive payment systemsTreasury temporarily restricts access to payment records for most of the DOGE team, amid legal and public concerns.
Report: DOGE gains access to confidential HUD recordsDOGE's access to sensitive housing discrimination records has sparked significant privacy concerns and legal challenges.
DOGE staffer who shared Treasury data now has more access to government systemsElez's past violations raised concerns about data access, yet he has been rehired for sensitive jobs across multiple federal agencies.
Judge says no to DOGE accessing PII at trio of agenciesA Maryland judge blocked federal agencies from sharing union members' personal data with Elon Musk's DOGE team, citing Privacy Act violations.
Treasury agrees to block additional DOGE staff from accessing sensitive payment systemsTreasury temporarily restricts access to payment records for most of the DOGE team, amid legal and public concerns.
Trump's Executive Orders Build Toward Dictatorial "Unitary Executive" PowerTrump's executive orders signify a significant expansion of presidential power and raise constitutional concerns.
Donald Trump Is Shuttering a Little-Known Labor-Management Agency That Supports Collective BargainingTrump's actions threaten the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, crucial for collective bargaining, contrasting his claims of supporting working people.
Trump predicts billions' of dollars of Pentagon fraud in Fox News interviewTrump anticipates Elon Musk will uncover fraud and abuse within government agencies, suggesting a push for efficiency reforms.
Trump's Executive Orders Build Toward Dictatorial "Unitary Executive" PowerTrump's executive orders signify a significant expansion of presidential power and raise constitutional concerns.
Donald Trump Is Shuttering a Little-Known Labor-Management Agency That Supports Collective BargainingTrump's actions threaten the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, crucial for collective bargaining, contrasting his claims of supporting working people.
Trump predicts billions' of dollars of Pentagon fraud in Fox News interviewTrump anticipates Elon Musk will uncover fraud and abuse within government agencies, suggesting a push for efficiency reforms.
How a Portland Custard Shop Fought the Trump Administration - And WonFederal policy changes can profoundly affect small local businesses, exemplified by Cornet Custard's experience with a USDA grant freeze.
Some DOGE Staffers Are Drawing Six-Figure Government SalariesElon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency employs high-paid staff while advocating for significant layoffs at federal agencies.
The Collision Between Elon Musk, Lawmakers, and the CourtsElon Musk's actions toward federal agencies may be veering into illegal territory as concerns grow among officials.
Trump administration backs off requiring response to "What did you do last week?" emailFederal agencies exhibit confusion over compliance with Musk's directive on employee accomplishments, with contradicting guidance and varying responses.
Trump and Musk's moves to ax USAID are 'flatly illegal,' experts say. It doesn't mean it won't happen.Musk's attempts to dismantle USAID are illegal as they lack congressional approval.
You're Out of Order!' House Hearing Descends Into Chaos After GOP Blocks Dems From Subpoenaing Elon MuskDemocrats faced chaos in a hearing over efforts to subpoena Elon Musk for actions affecting federal agencies.
US tries to keep DOGE and Musk work secret in appeal of court-ordered discoveryThe states argue that Elon Musk's influence over government agencies violates legal norms and seek discovery to confirm this.
Some DOGE Staffers Are Drawing Six-Figure Government SalariesElon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency employs high-paid staff while advocating for significant layoffs at federal agencies.
The Collision Between Elon Musk, Lawmakers, and the CourtsElon Musk's actions toward federal agencies may be veering into illegal territory as concerns grow among officials.
Trump administration backs off requiring response to "What did you do last week?" emailFederal agencies exhibit confusion over compliance with Musk's directive on employee accomplishments, with contradicting guidance and varying responses.
Trump and Musk's moves to ax USAID are 'flatly illegal,' experts say. It doesn't mean it won't happen.Musk's attempts to dismantle USAID are illegal as they lack congressional approval.
You're Out of Order!' House Hearing Descends Into Chaos After GOP Blocks Dems From Subpoenaing Elon MuskDemocrats faced chaos in a hearing over efforts to subpoena Elon Musk for actions affecting federal agencies.
US tries to keep DOGE and Musk work secret in appeal of court-ordered discoveryThe states argue that Elon Musk's influence over government agencies violates legal norms and seek discovery to confirm this.
Musk's "move fast, break things" ethos threatens U.S. security, experts warnMusk's team reportedly faces scrutiny over qualifications, raising potential national security risks, especially involving sensitive federal systems.
Future-proofing federal data: The need for secure, scalable data infrastructureFederal agencies must transition to modern data infrastructures to keep up with growth and cybersecurity threats.
CISA works to contact probationary employees for reinstatement after court orderCISA is contacting employees affected by unlawful layoffs and reinstating them as per court order.
Musk's "move fast, break things" ethos threatens U.S. security, experts warnMusk's team reportedly faces scrutiny over qualifications, raising potential national security risks, especially involving sensitive federal systems.
Future-proofing federal data: The need for secure, scalable data infrastructureFederal agencies must transition to modern data infrastructures to keep up with growth and cybersecurity threats.
CISA works to contact probationary employees for reinstatement after court orderCISA is contacting employees affected by unlawful layoffs and reinstating them as per court order.
It's Been Five Years Since Life in DC Shut Down Abruptly, Democrats Try to Stymie GOP Budget Plan, and We Suggest Places for Cherry-Blossom-Themed Afternoon Teas - WashingtonianA reflection on five years since the onset of turmoil in the DC area, with thoughts on loss and resilience.
From bureaucracy to brilliance: AI in federal ITAI is set to transform federal agencies' operations, enhancing citizen services and national security, but requires a strategic approach to fully leverage its benefits.
DOGE's Misplaced War on Software LicensesGovernment agencies can save costs by purchasing software licenses on behalf of contractors, but face issues with underutilization and wasteful spending.
10 consulting firms with government contracts are now in DOGE's sights. Here's the full list.DOGE is focusing on reviews of government consulting contracts as part of cost-cutting measures before the March 7 deadline.
DOGE's Misplaced War on Software LicensesGovernment agencies can save costs by purchasing software licenses on behalf of contractors, but face issues with underutilization and wasteful spending.
10 consulting firms with government contracts are now in DOGE's sights. Here's the full list.DOGE is focusing on reviews of government consulting contracts as part of cost-cutting measures before the March 7 deadline.
US agency that pushed for mass firings quietly clarifies it doesn't have the power to fire workersOPM's revised memo clarifies that individual agencies are responsible for firing probationary employees, following a federal court ruling.
Federal board orders government to reinstate six workers fired by TrumpThe MSPB temporarily reinstated six fired federal employees amid concerns of improper terminations.
DOGE asked federal workers to detail their productivity. These are the agencies tapping the brakes on that request.Federal agencies are not mandating responses to the OPM's email about weekly accomplishments.
From weather apps to taxes: the trickle-down effects of Trump's federal worker firingsFederal agency layoffs threaten public safety and service delivery in critical areas like food safety, aviation, national parks, and healthcare.
Spouses of Military Personnel, Overseas Foreign Service Exempted from Return-to-Office DirectiveRemote work arrangements for military and Foreign Service spouses are to be continued as exceptions to return-to-office directives.
Most D.C.-area schools closed Wednesday because of winter stormD.C.-area school systems are closed due to a severe winter storm.
Solving the cloud cost equationAgencies must understand cloud pricing intricacies to optimize costs and secure maximum value.