Trump Is Trying to Gain More Power Over Elections. Is His Effort Legal?

A far-reaching executive order aims to reshape the country’s voting laws, is sure to be challenged in court and reflects the president’s concerted push to expand his power.

Trump Administration Abruptly Cuts Billions From State Health Services

States have been told that they can no longer use grants that were funding infectious disease management and addiction services.

Food Safety Jeopardized by Onslaught of Funding and Staff Cuts

The Trump administration halted some food testing and shut down a committee studying bacteria in infant formula. Earlier funding cutbacks under the Biden administration now threaten state labs and inspectors.

Rejected by Washington, Federal Workers Find Open Arms in State Governments

Seeking to serve as a counterweight to the Trump administration, a flurry of mostly blue states has created initiatives — and ad campaigns — to lure federal employees to state government jobs.

Trump Signs Executive Order Ending Federal Funds for Undocumented Migrants

President Trump’s executive order also directed federal departments and agencies to ensure that federal funds do not encourage people to come to the United States illegally.