C.D.C. Cuts Threaten to Set Back the Nation's Health, Critics SayThe CDC faces significant layoffs, reducing its workforce and capabilities, amidst controversial government reorganization efforts.
With RIFs imminent, the Small Business Administration reoffers its Deferred Resignation ProgramThe SBA is offering a second deferred-resignation opportunity to cope with a significant workforce reduction as part of a reorganization.
DOGE Was Just Rehearsing for Much-Larger-Scale Federal LayoffsThe Trump administration is invoking new measures to significantly reduce the federal workforce, targeting functions deemed unnecessary.A systematic approach to layoffs is instigated, moving beyond recent dismissals of probationary employees to affect a broader range of federal workers.
Trump Administration Shakes Up Senior F.B.I. RanksThe Trump administration is executing significant changes at the F.B.I. by requesting the resignation of senior employees amid a leadership transition.
Trump administration puts about 60 USAid officials on leave after aid freezeThe Trump administration placed around 60 USAID officials on leave amidst a freeze on US aid, pushing for a shift in aid allocation.
Rubio says he's acting director of USAID as humanitarian agency is taken over by the State DepartmentThe State Department is effectively taking control of USAID, raising concerns regarding foreign aid continuity and agency independence.
The Trump Administration Wants USAID on the BlockchainUSAID may be renamed to US International Humanitarian Assistance, incorporating blockchain for improved security and transparency.
US updates: USAID puts staff on 'administrative leave' DW 02/05/2025USAID personnel worldwide are placed on leave as part of an agency merger with the State Department.Exceptions for leave may apply based on personal hardships or safety concerns.
DOGE Was Just Rehearsing for Much-Larger-Scale Federal LayoffsThe Trump administration is invoking new measures to significantly reduce the federal workforce, targeting functions deemed unnecessary.A systematic approach to layoffs is instigated, moving beyond recent dismissals of probationary employees to affect a broader range of federal workers.
Trump Administration Shakes Up Senior F.B.I. RanksThe Trump administration is executing significant changes at the F.B.I. by requesting the resignation of senior employees amid a leadership transition.
Trump administration puts about 60 USAid officials on leave after aid freezeThe Trump administration placed around 60 USAID officials on leave amidst a freeze on US aid, pushing for a shift in aid allocation.
Rubio says he's acting director of USAID as humanitarian agency is taken over by the State DepartmentThe State Department is effectively taking control of USAID, raising concerns regarding foreign aid continuity and agency independence.
The Trump Administration Wants USAID on the BlockchainUSAID may be renamed to US International Humanitarian Assistance, incorporating blockchain for improved security and transparency.
US updates: USAID puts staff on 'administrative leave' DW 02/05/2025USAID personnel worldwide are placed on leave as part of an agency merger with the State Department.Exceptions for leave may apply based on personal hardships or safety concerns.
Cabinet shake-up: Helen McEntee to Enterprise and Jennifer Carroll MacNeill for Health among the early tipsIndependent TDs are advocating for the Department of Rural Affairs to gain full cabinet status and additional ministerial roles.