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OMG science
fromNature
2 weeks ago

Exclusive: Trump team freezes new NSF awards - and could soon axe hundreds of grants

The NSF's new research grant freeze reflects a major shift in funding priorities driven by governmental efficiency initiatives.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

5 Things Elon Musk Accomplished With Trump

Musk's retreat from government work aims to refocus on his companies, amid significant challenges at Tesla.
His political involvement has correlated with plunging Tesla profits and dwindling public approval.
US news
fromFuturism
5 days ago

Elon Musk's DOGE Got Access to Network of Nuclear Secrets

Inexperienced individuals were granted access to classified nuclear data, raising serious security concerns.
Growth hacking
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Move fast and destroy things: 100 chaotic days of Elon Musk in the White House

Elon Musk's influence in the Trump administration has led to widespread changes in government operations, with significant political and economic consequences.
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Doge tried to embed staffers in criminal justice non-profit, says group

Doge's staff demanded a meeting with the Vera Institute to discuss embedding within their organization, threatening non-compliance repercussions regarding Trump's executive order.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
2 days ago

DOGE Is in Its AI Era

Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency exemplifies a startup mentality driven by AI, raising concerns about potentially misguided applications and oversight.
OMG science
fromNature
2 weeks ago

Exclusive: Trump team freezes new NSF awards - and could soon axe hundreds of grants

The NSF's new research grant freeze reflects a major shift in funding priorities driven by governmental efficiency initiatives.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

5 Things Elon Musk Accomplished With Trump

Musk's retreat from government work aims to refocus on his companies, amid significant challenges at Tesla.
His political involvement has correlated with plunging Tesla profits and dwindling public approval.
US news
fromFuturism
5 days ago

Elon Musk's DOGE Got Access to Network of Nuclear Secrets

Inexperienced individuals were granted access to classified nuclear data, raising serious security concerns.
Growth hacking
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Move fast and destroy things: 100 chaotic days of Elon Musk in the White House

Elon Musk's influence in the Trump administration has led to widespread changes in government operations, with significant political and economic consequences.
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Doge tried to embed staffers in criminal justice non-profit, says group

Doge's staff demanded a meeting with the Vera Institute to discuss embedding within their organization, threatening non-compliance repercussions regarding Trump's executive order.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
2 days ago

DOGE Is in Its AI Era

Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency exemplifies a startup mentality driven by AI, raising concerns about potentially misguided applications and oversight.
more#elon-musk
NYC startup
fromArs Technica
15 hours ago

A DOGE recruiter is staffing a project to deploy AI agents across the US government

AI agents could potentially replace tens of thousands of federal workers, sparking debate over job security and efficiency amidst backlash.
#california
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
17 hours ago

A Scenic Tour of Red Tape: Tracking the Slowest High-Speed Train in the Country

Eminent domain delays significantly hinder California's high-speed rail project, according to Governor Newsom.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 weeks ago
Social justice

Problem getting your Social Security payment? Send in a complaint

California's Attorney General introduced a complaint page to address Social Security access issues amid agency restructuring.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
17 hours ago

A Scenic Tour of Red Tape: Tracking the Slowest High-Speed Train in the Country

Eminent domain delays significantly hinder California's high-speed rail project, according to Governor Newsom.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 weeks ago
Social justice

Problem getting your Social Security payment? Send in a complaint

California's Attorney General introduced a complaint page to address Social Security access issues amid agency restructuring.
more#california
#trump-administration
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

In first 100 days, Trump tests limits, creates chaos and turns from allies

President Trump's second term has seen aggressive policy changes and significant public backlash.
US politics
fromeuronews
4 days ago

'Nothing will stop me': Trump celebrates 100 days in office

Trump emphasized immigration and attacked judges in his first 100 days of second term.
US politics
fromTruthout
5 days ago

Report: 2 DOGE Staffers Have Access to Network Holding US Nuclear Secrets

The access of DOGE members to nuclear information may pose a risk to national security.
Retirement
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

The Social Security Administration Has Been Changing. Here's What to Know.

Trump's administration is restructuring the Social Security Administration, raising concerns about benefits and operations amidst deep job cuts.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 days ago

Trump Asks Supreme Court to Let DOGE View Social Security Data

The Trump administration seeks Supreme Court intervention to allow access to Social Security records by DOGE members amid legal challenges.
Ongoing court injunctions are hindering the executive branch and federal priorities.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

In first 100 days, Trump tests limits, creates chaos and turns from allies

President Trump's second term has seen aggressive policy changes and significant public backlash.
US politics
fromeuronews
4 days ago

'Nothing will stop me': Trump celebrates 100 days in office

Trump emphasized immigration and attacked judges in his first 100 days of second term.
US politics
fromTruthout
5 days ago

Report: 2 DOGE Staffers Have Access to Network Holding US Nuclear Secrets

The access of DOGE members to nuclear information may pose a risk to national security.
Retirement
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

The Social Security Administration Has Been Changing. Here's What to Know.

Trump's administration is restructuring the Social Security Administration, raising concerns about benefits and operations amidst deep job cuts.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 days ago

Trump Asks Supreme Court to Let DOGE View Social Security Data

The Trump administration seeks Supreme Court intervention to allow access to Social Security records by DOGE members amid legal challenges.
Ongoing court injunctions are hindering the executive branch and federal priorities.
more#trump-administration
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
5 days ago
NYC LGBT

"Flood the field": Lessons in organizing from the American theatre * Oregon ArtsWatch

NEA may enforce new guidelines disavowing 'gender ideology', impacting artists and grant applicants.
The fight for transgender and nonbinary artists continues amidst potential changes in funding.
#doge
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago
Non-profit organizations

Peace Corps to undergo significant' cuts after Doge review

The Peace Corps is offering a second buyout option for staff amid restructuring efforts prompted by the Department of Government Efficiency.
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago
US politics

DOGE has failed to cut anywhere near what Musk promised

DOGE's promised federal savings fall significantly short of initial targets.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago
Non-profit organizations

Peace Corps to undergo significant' cuts after Doge review

The Peace Corps is offering a second buyout option for staff amid restructuring efforts prompted by the Department of Government Efficiency.
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago
US politics

DOGE has failed to cut anywhere near what Musk promised

DOGE's promised federal savings fall significantly short of initial targets.
more#doge
Privacy technologies
fromWIRED
1 week ago

Pete Hegseth's Signal Scandal Spirals Out of Control

Increasing concerns over privacy and security during border crossings due to aggressive immigration policies.
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
1 week ago

Mounting cyber defense in the face of unexpected staff reductions

Federal cybersecurity is adjusting to workforce and budget cuts, challenging agencies to enhance strategies while maintaining resilience.
#data-privacy
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 days ago
Privacy professionals

Opinion | Elon Musk's Legacy: DOGE's Construction of a Surveillance State

Elon Musk's influence leads to unprecedented surveillance efforts by the Trump administration, raising alarm about civil liberties.
fromDatabreaches
2 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

A whistleblower's disclosure details how DOGE may have taken sensitive labor data

Allegations suggest potential breaches of data security by the Department of Government Efficiency under President Trump's administration.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 days ago

Opinion | Elon Musk's Legacy: DOGE's Construction of a Surveillance State

Elon Musk's influence leads to unprecedented surveillance efforts by the Trump administration, raising alarm about civil liberties.
Privacy professionals
fromDatabreaches
2 weeks ago

A whistleblower's disclosure details how DOGE may have taken sensitive labor data

Allegations suggest potential breaches of data security by the Department of Government Efficiency under President Trump's administration.
more#data-privacy
Tech industry
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

IBM effected by DOGE cuts, downplays impact during Q1 earnings call | TechCrunch

IBM's federal contracts worth $100 million were cut due to DOGE, impacting its consulting practice.
The majority of IBM's government contracts focus on essential services.
IBM's consulting backlog remains strong despite cancellations, as stated by CFO Kavanaugh.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
SF politics

One great way to improve Homeland Security: Get rid of the TSA

TSA's inefficiencies and issues highlight the need for significant reform or abolition of the agency.
Deep concerns are raised about TSA's capability and the extravagant measures needed to bypass long wait times.
Privacy professionals
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

Why are Pentagon officials suddenly dropping like flies? Leaks, power, and irrelevance

The Pentagon is facing personnel upheaval due to leak investigations and internal tensions.
High-profile officials are on leave, signaling potential fragility in defense leadership.
Data science
fromFlowingData
1 week ago

Halt of data collection that measures American society

The removal of federal datasets hinders the government's ability to accurately assess societal issues.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago
US news

DOGE places entire staff of homelessness agency on leave

The USICH staff was placed on administrative leave amid federal workforce reductions, impacting homelessness policy execution.
fromwww.esquire.com
2 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

DOGE Whistleblower Claims Agency Took Sensitive Labor Data

The initiative led by Elon Musk to improve government efficiency raises serious concerns about data security at the National Labor Relations Board.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

Under Hegseth, Chaos Prevails at the Pentagon

Hegseth's leadership has led to unprecedented chaos in the Defense Department, marked by distrust and high-profile departures.
NYC politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Trump administration has gutted an agency that coordinates homelessness policy

The U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness has been effectively shut down despite its crucial role in coordinating responses to homelessness across federal agencies.
#elon-musk
OMG science
fromNature
2 weeks ago

Exclusive: Trump team freezes new NSF awards - and could soon axe hundreds of grants

The NSF's new research grant freeze reflects a major shift in funding priorities driven by governmental efficiency initiatives.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

5 Things Elon Musk Accomplished With Trump

Musk's retreat from government work aims to refocus on his companies, amid significant challenges at Tesla.
His political involvement has correlated with plunging Tesla profits and dwindling public approval.
US news
fromFuturism
5 days ago

Elon Musk's DOGE Got Access to Network of Nuclear Secrets

Inexperienced individuals were granted access to classified nuclear data, raising serious security concerns.
Growth hacking
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Move fast and destroy things: 100 chaotic days of Elon Musk in the White House

Elon Musk's influence in the Trump administration has led to widespread changes in government operations, with significant political and economic consequences.
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Doge tried to embed staffers in criminal justice non-profit, says group

Doge's staff demanded a meeting with the Vera Institute to discuss embedding within their organization, threatening non-compliance repercussions regarding Trump's executive order.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
2 days ago

DOGE Is in Its AI Era

Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency exemplifies a startup mentality driven by AI, raising concerns about potentially misguided applications and oversight.
OMG science
fromNature
2 weeks ago

Exclusive: Trump team freezes new NSF awards - and could soon axe hundreds of grants

The NSF's new research grant freeze reflects a major shift in funding priorities driven by governmental efficiency initiatives.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

5 Things Elon Musk Accomplished With Trump

Musk's retreat from government work aims to refocus on his companies, amid significant challenges at Tesla.
His political involvement has correlated with plunging Tesla profits and dwindling public approval.
US news
fromFuturism
5 days ago

Elon Musk's DOGE Got Access to Network of Nuclear Secrets

Inexperienced individuals were granted access to classified nuclear data, raising serious security concerns.
Growth hacking
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Move fast and destroy things: 100 chaotic days of Elon Musk in the White House

Elon Musk's influence in the Trump administration has led to widespread changes in government operations, with significant political and economic consequences.
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Doge tried to embed staffers in criminal justice non-profit, says group

Doge's staff demanded a meeting with the Vera Institute to discuss embedding within their organization, threatening non-compliance repercussions regarding Trump's executive order.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
2 days ago

DOGE Is in Its AI Era

Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency exemplifies a startup mentality driven by AI, raising concerns about potentially misguided applications and oversight.
more#elon-musk
NYC startup
fromArs Technica
15 hours ago

A DOGE recruiter is staffing a project to deploy AI agents across the US government

AI agents could potentially replace tens of thousands of federal workers, sparking debate over job security and efficiency amidst backlash.
#california
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
17 hours ago

A Scenic Tour of Red Tape: Tracking the Slowest High-Speed Train in the Country

Eminent domain delays significantly hinder California's high-speed rail project, according to Governor Newsom.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 weeks ago
Social justice

Problem getting your Social Security payment? Send in a complaint

California's Attorney General introduced a complaint page to address Social Security access issues amid agency restructuring.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
17 hours ago

A Scenic Tour of Red Tape: Tracking the Slowest High-Speed Train in the Country

Eminent domain delays significantly hinder California's high-speed rail project, according to Governor Newsom.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 weeks ago
Social justice

Problem getting your Social Security payment? Send in a complaint

California's Attorney General introduced a complaint page to address Social Security access issues amid agency restructuring.
more#california
#trump-administration
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

In first 100 days, Trump tests limits, creates chaos and turns from allies

President Trump's second term has seen aggressive policy changes and significant public backlash.
US politics
fromeuronews
4 days ago

'Nothing will stop me': Trump celebrates 100 days in office

Trump emphasized immigration and attacked judges in his first 100 days of second term.
US politics
fromTruthout
5 days ago

Report: 2 DOGE Staffers Have Access to Network Holding US Nuclear Secrets

The access of DOGE members to nuclear information may pose a risk to national security.
Retirement
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

The Social Security Administration Has Been Changing. Here's What to Know.

Trump's administration is restructuring the Social Security Administration, raising concerns about benefits and operations amidst deep job cuts.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 days ago

Trump Asks Supreme Court to Let DOGE View Social Security Data

The Trump administration seeks Supreme Court intervention to allow access to Social Security records by DOGE members amid legal challenges.
Ongoing court injunctions are hindering the executive branch and federal priorities.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

In first 100 days, Trump tests limits, creates chaos and turns from allies

President Trump's second term has seen aggressive policy changes and significant public backlash.
US politics
fromeuronews
4 days ago

'Nothing will stop me': Trump celebrates 100 days in office

Trump emphasized immigration and attacked judges in his first 100 days of second term.
US politics
fromTruthout
5 days ago

Report: 2 DOGE Staffers Have Access to Network Holding US Nuclear Secrets

The access of DOGE members to nuclear information may pose a risk to national security.
Retirement
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

The Social Security Administration Has Been Changing. Here's What to Know.

Trump's administration is restructuring the Social Security Administration, raising concerns about benefits and operations amidst deep job cuts.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 days ago

Trump Asks Supreme Court to Let DOGE View Social Security Data

The Trump administration seeks Supreme Court intervention to allow access to Social Security records by DOGE members amid legal challenges.
Ongoing court injunctions are hindering the executive branch and federal priorities.
more#trump-administration
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
SF politics

One great way to improve Homeland Security: Get rid of the TSA

TSA's inefficiencies and issues highlight the need for significant reform or abolition of the agency.
Deep concerns are raised about TSA's capability and the extravagant measures needed to bypass long wait times.
#data-privacy
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 days ago
Privacy professionals

Opinion | Elon Musk's Legacy: DOGE's Construction of a Surveillance State

Elon Musk's influence leads to unprecedented surveillance efforts by the Trump administration, raising alarm about civil liberties.
fromDatabreaches
2 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

A whistleblower's disclosure details how DOGE may have taken sensitive labor data

Allegations suggest potential breaches of data security by the Department of Government Efficiency under President Trump's administration.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 days ago

Opinion | Elon Musk's Legacy: DOGE's Construction of a Surveillance State

Elon Musk's influence leads to unprecedented surveillance efforts by the Trump administration, raising alarm about civil liberties.
Privacy professionals
fromDatabreaches
2 weeks ago

A whistleblower's disclosure details how DOGE may have taken sensitive labor data

Allegations suggest potential breaches of data security by the Department of Government Efficiency under President Trump's administration.
more#data-privacy
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
5 days ago
NYC LGBT

"Flood the field": Lessons in organizing from the American theatre * Oregon ArtsWatch

NEA may enforce new guidelines disavowing 'gender ideology', impacting artists and grant applicants.
The fight for transgender and nonbinary artists continues amidst potential changes in funding.
#doge
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago
Non-profit organizations

Peace Corps to undergo significant' cuts after Doge review

The Peace Corps is offering a second buyout option for staff amid restructuring efforts prompted by the Department of Government Efficiency.
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago
US politics

DOGE has failed to cut anywhere near what Musk promised

DOGE's promised federal savings fall significantly short of initial targets.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago
Non-profit organizations

Peace Corps to undergo significant' cuts after Doge review

The Peace Corps is offering a second buyout option for staff amid restructuring efforts prompted by the Department of Government Efficiency.
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago
US politics

DOGE has failed to cut anywhere near what Musk promised

DOGE's promised federal savings fall significantly short of initial targets.
more#doge
Privacy technologies
fromWIRED
1 week ago

Pete Hegseth's Signal Scandal Spirals Out of Control

Increasing concerns over privacy and security during border crossings due to aggressive immigration policies.
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
1 week ago

Mounting cyber defense in the face of unexpected staff reductions

Federal cybersecurity is adjusting to workforce and budget cuts, challenging agencies to enhance strategies while maintaining resilience.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago
US news

DOGE places entire staff of homelessness agency on leave

The USICH staff was placed on administrative leave amid federal workforce reductions, impacting homelessness policy execution.
Privacy professionals
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

Why are Pentagon officials suddenly dropping like flies? Leaks, power, and irrelevance

The Pentagon is facing personnel upheaval due to leak investigations and internal tensions.
High-profile officials are on leave, signaling potential fragility in defense leadership.
Tech industry
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

IBM effected by DOGE cuts, downplays impact during Q1 earnings call | TechCrunch

IBM's federal contracts worth $100 million were cut due to DOGE, impacting its consulting practice.
The majority of IBM's government contracts focus on essential services.
IBM's consulting backlog remains strong despite cancellations, as stated by CFO Kavanaugh.
NYC politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Trump administration has gutted an agency that coordinates homelessness policy

The U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness has been effectively shut down despite its crucial role in coordinating responses to homelessness across federal agencies.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

Under Hegseth, Chaos Prevails at the Pentagon

Hegseth's leadership has led to unprecedented chaos in the Defense Department, marked by distrust and high-profile departures.
Data science
fromFlowingData
1 week ago

Halt of data collection that measures American society

The removal of federal datasets hinders the government's ability to accurately assess societal issues.
fromwww.esquire.com
2 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

DOGE Whistleblower Claims Agency Took Sensitive Labor Data

The initiative led by Elon Musk to improve government efficiency raises serious concerns about data security at the National Labor Relations Board.
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