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    US Deregulation: Trump’s Impact on Policy and Future Precedents

    US Deregulation: Trump’s Impact on Policy and Future Precedents

    Examining the Trump administration's aggressive deregulation, including the "10:1 rule" and CRA usage. Discusses impacts on policy creation, industry expectations, and future regulatory trends.


    White House Correspondents’ Dinner Shooting Sparks Global Condemnation

    White House Correspondents’ Dinner Shooting Sparks Global Condemnation

    A gunman attacked a security checkpoint at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, leading to a shooting and evacuation of President Trump. Leaders worldwide condemned the political violence.


    Belarusian Political Prisoner’s Ordeal & US Role

    Belarusian Political Prisoner’s Ordeal & US Role

    A former political prisoner details harsh conditions, interrogations, and the impact of sanctions and U.S. intervention, including President Trump's role, in securing releases. Despite freedom, the trauma lingers.


    Gaming Talent Recruited for Air Traffic Control Roles

    Gaming Talent Recruited for Air Traffic Control Roles

    US Department of Transportation seeks air traffic controllers, targeting gamers with transferable skills. Over 12,000 applications received after dropping degree requirements, aiming to meet rising demand.


    US Small Businesses Seek $166 Billion in Tariff Refunds After Supreme Court Victory

    US Small Businesses Seek $166 Billion in Tariff Refunds After Supreme Court Victory

    Small businesses are navigating a complex process to recover $166 billion in import taxes after a Supreme Court ruling against Trump-era tariffs. The new CAPE system and advocacy tools are now live to assist entrepreneurs.


    OPM’s Controversial Push for Identifiable Health Data Sparks HIPAA Concerns

    OPM’s Controversial Push for Identifiable Health Data Sparks HIPAA Concerns

    OPM proposes collecting identifiable health data from 8 million Americans (federal employees, etc.), raising alarm among experts and insurers about HIPAA violations and privacy. Critics fear data misuse and lack of safeguards, while OPM historically used de-identified data for cost analysis.


    SSA Delays National System Rollout for Claims & Scheduling

    SSA Delays National System Rollout for Claims & Scheduling

    The Social Security Administration (SSA) is delaying its national system rollout for claims processing and appointment scheduling, opting for a pilot program due to internal concerns, staffing shortages, and customer confidence issues. The aim is to centralize operations and improve efficiency.


    GSA Reveals Federal Office Space Issues & Trump Admin’s Property Reduction Plan

    GSA Reveals Federal Office Space Issues & Trump Admin’s Property Reduction Plan

    GSA released federal office space data revealing issues and a Trump admin plan to shrink its property portfolio. The General Services Administration aims to offload structures needing repairs, tackling a $26-50B maintenance backlog to create a more efficient federal property core.