Judge who was suspended from bench appointed to senior DOJ role: reports

Vance Day was accused of refusing to marry same-sex couples, hanging a picture of Hitler on a courthouse wall and intimidating a soccer referee, among other allegations.

Federal workers protest outside Tesla showroom in San Francisco; Musk defends cuts

Federal workers were among those protesting the cuts by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, on Wednesday night outside a Tesla showroom in San Francisco.

D.C. Daily: Is the US a democracy or monarchy?
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We're following the Trump Administration's first 100 days in office in The D.C. Daily. Today's headlines include the questions regarding the White House posting a picture of President Trump with a crown and caption saying "Long Live the King", the IRS to begin laying off employees, the Pentagon ordered to make budget cuts, President Trump support for "Doge Dividend" payments, and Trump's plan to cut taxes.

USDA accidentally fired bird flu employees and is now trying to rehire them

The Trump administration is working to “rectify" the termination of several employees over the weekend that were working to combat bird flu, the agency said.

Stimulus checks in 2025? Here's what we know

As tax-filing season is underway, many are eager to see what refunds and extra payments may be available. Here’s what we know about stimulus checks and rebates in 2025.

DOGE latest: What is a probationary worker?

Federal workers, particularly what’s known as probationary workers, are preparing for sweeping layoffs. Here's what that means.

Pope Francis has pneumonia in both lungs, Vatican says

The Vatican says Pope Francis has developed pneumonia in both his lungs, after new tests showed a further complication in the condition of the 88-year-old pope.

Trump fires hundreds of FAA workers weeks after deadly DCA plane crash

The Trump administration has begun firing several hundred Federal Aviation Administration employees, upending staff on a busy air travel weekend and just weeks after a January fatal mid-air collision at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

Social Security head Michelle King steps down over DOGE information access: AP sources

The acting head of the Social Security Administration has stepped down over a request from DOGE to access recipient information, according to the Associated Press, citing two people familiar with the matter. Here's what to know.

DOGE seeking access to personal taxpayer data
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Elon Musk is facing a mountain of criticism over his aggressive plans to shrink the federal government.

Texas winter weather: Gov. Abbott gives update on preparation, response

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is expected to speak alongside other state officials about how the state is preparing for incoming winter weather.

D.C. Daily: 50501 Movement; White House, AP feud
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We're following the Trump Administration's first 100 days in office in The D.C. Daily. FOX 26's DaLaun Dillard speaks about the 50501 Movement protesting the Trump Administration on Presidents' Day in response to the administration's actions. President Trump's social media post has drawn criticism and the White House blocked AP reporter and photographer from boarding Air Force One as their dispute grows over "Gulf of America" renaming.

IRS may lay off thousands of workers in the middle of tax season

The IRS will lay off thousands of probationary workers in the middle of tax season, according to two sources familiar with the agency’s plans, and cuts could come as soon as this week.

Trump's mug shot from Fulton County Jail hangs in White House

President Donald Trump has prominently displayed a framed copy of a tabloid newspaper featuring his mug shot on the cover in a room adjacent to the Oval Office.

CDC to lose nearly 1,300 probationary employees under Trump's job cuts

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is set to lose nearly 1,300 probationary employees—about 10% of its workforce—as part of a broader federal decision to remove all probationary employees from the agency.

Live updates: Trump hosts India's PM after increasing US tariffs

President Trump signed another executive order increasing U.S. tariffs before hosting India's prime minister at the White House.

Trump signs order for reciprocal tariffs on US trading partners

The president rolled out his plans to increase U.S. tariffs to match the tax rates that other countries charge on imports. Here's what we know.