UK Chancellor aims for US trade deal, focusing on automotives, drugs, and easing trade for US businesses in the UK. Discussions include tax policies and leveraging the strong UK-US investment and innovation partnership.
Modernize government evidence structure with agile practices. Shift from slow, costly evaluations to real-time monitoring and ROI reporting for better policymaking and efficient public services. Key is minimum viable analysis (MVE).
OPM proposes reviving Schedule F, potentially stripping civil service protections from thousands of federal workers in policy-related roles. Critics cite concerns about political influence and job security.
The Defense Department reduced DEI roles after the 2024 NDAA, capping pay and reassigning staff. A GAO report revealed promotion disparities for women and minorities within the DOD. Diversity efforts lacked clear plans.
Trump's diplomacy leads to US-Iran talks amid military threats. Iran's weakness and nuclear program concerns drive urgent negotiations for a deal. Key issues include enrichment and regional activities.
The Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) are being revamped to eliminate waste, duplication, and outdated rules, focusing on competition, innovation, and value to taxpayers in government procurement.
New network aids US federal employees facing wrongful termination or legal issues due to government workforce cuts. AFL-CIO, NTEU & others provide free legal advice and representation.
OFCCP faces potential elimination amid government efficiency cuts, impacting equal opportunity enforcement for federal contractors. Concerns rise over discrimination and worker protections. Trump Admin rolls back key initiatives.
The White House is tightening control over Schedule C political appointments, sidelining HR and maximizing pay, raising concerns about qualifications and workforce reductions. Schedule C wages and appointments.
Interior Department CIOs fired after pushing back against DOGE demands for access to federal employee payroll system. Concerns raised over data privacy and security. Leadership exodus ensues.
On Feb. 19, Trump signed an executive order requiring agencies, within 60 days and in coordination with the Office of Management and Budget and Elon Musk-backed Department of Government Efficiency, to identify for elimination or modification regulations that are unconstitutional or unlawful.
The French Jewish umbrella group Crif on Thursday slammed Macron’s decision to recognize a Palestinian state, calling it “an unacceptable political victory” for Hamas while dozens of Israeli hostages are still being held in Gaza.
