The Trump administration is facing mounting criticism and legal challenges over its sweeping policy changes.
Federal employees have been instructed to avoid reading general news at work, while defunded aid programs must justify their value to national interests. Meanwhile, Trump has paused certain tariffs and held a Cabinet meeting with Elon Musk amid economic uncertainty. Over 100 lawsuits have been filed against the administration since inauguration, reflecting widespread opposition.
Additionally, concerns are growing over Trump's foreign policy approach, particularly his stance on Russia.
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This administration is a disaster for democracy—silencing federal employees, slashing aid programs, and cozying up to billionaires like Elon Musk while everyday Americans struggle. The sheer number of lawsuits shows how reckless and unconstitutional these policies are. And let’s not forget Trump’s disturbing ties to Russia, which should concern everyone who cares about national security. We need to keep fighting back against this corruption and stand up for policies that actually help people, not just the wealthy elite.
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Trump is upending the world order. Will Sen. Roger Wicker stand up to him?
Column: If you're looking for someone in Washington to call out Trump for his cozying up to Putin, Sen. Roger Wicker is as well positioned as anyone. Does Wicker have the backbone for it?
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Trump pauses certain tariffs and holds Cabinet meeting with Elon Musk
Live updates and the latest news as the Trump administration's DOGE effort faces challenges, including a deadline on the plan to pay USAID contractors.
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Defunded aid programs are asked by Trump administration to prove their value, on a scale of 1 to 5
A week after terminating thousands of contracts, the administration has sent questionnaires to those programs asking how their work benefits the U.S. national interest.
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