Trump Sidelines Justice Dept. Legal Office, Eroding Another Check on His Power
As President Trump claims expansive and disputed powers, his administration has curbed the influential Office of Legal Counsel.
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Trump’s Next Tariffs Target Could be Foreign-Made Pharmaceuticals
President Trump wants to bring pharmaceutical manufacturing back to the United States. Experts warn that tariffs could result in shortages and higher prices for generic drugs.
Trump Officials Have Not Funded Radio Free Europe, Despite Court Order
The delay in disbursement has forced the news organization, which relies almost exclusively on congressional funding, to furlough some of its staff and cut parts of its programming.
Trump Administration Sends Harvard a List of Demands to Protect Federal Funds
The list was similar to one sent to Columbia University last month after the government canceled $400 million to the school. Harvard may have $9 billion on the line.
Workers at Wilson Center Put on Leave as Trump Seeks Shutdown
About 130 employees of the Wilson Center were told they were being put on leave, just four days after workers for Elon Musk’s team entered the center.
Senate Confirms Dr. Oz to Ovrsee Medicare and Medicaid
The TV celebrity doctor, a cardiothoracic surgeon, will take the reins at a time when the agency is facing cutbacks, especially for the poor, and scrutiny of its missions.
Trump Supports Proxy Voting for New Parents in Congress, a Blow to Johnson
The president’s comment was a rare instance in which he and House Speaker Mike Johnson were not on the same side of an issue.
Judge Blocks H.H.S. From Terminating $11 Billion in Public Health Grants
A coalition of states sued over the Trump administration’s unexpected move to cut off the funds, which they said imperiled everything from childhood vaccination programs to opioid addiction treatment.
Mel Gibson’s Gun Rights to Be Restored by Justice Dept.
People familiar with the decision said Mr. Gibson, a supporter of President Trump, would be among 10 people with convictions to get back their gun rights.
Pentagon Will Review Pete Hegseth’s Signal Use
The review started in response to a joint bipartisan request last week from leaders of the Senate Armed Services Committee.