The Congressional Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Caucus has garnered the support of more than 100 lawmakers, reflecting a significant interest in reducing government waste and enhancing efficiency.
President Donald Trump made history on February 9, 2025, by becoming the first sitting president to attend a Super Bowl. He watched the Kansas City Chiefs face the Philadelphia Eagles at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans. In a pre-game interview with Fox News' Bret Baier, Trump expressed unwavering support for Elon Musk, who leads the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), despite recent legal obstacles.
President Donald Trump has announced his intention to halt the production of the U.S. penny, citing the rising costs associated with minting the coin. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump stated, "For far too long the United States has minted pennies which literally cost us more than 2 cents. This is so wasteful!"
The Justice Department will launch an inquiry into networks that have been "stealing government property and/or threatening government employees," Acting US Attorney for DC Ed Martin said.
Elon Musk, one of the most influential figures in technology and government reform, has become the target of an escalating trend of hate speech, defamation, and violent rhetoric.
The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has allocated approximately $270 million to support independent media and the free flow of information in 2025.
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk, has intensified its scrutiny of federal agencies, focusing on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). This initiative aligns with President Donald Trump's directive to identify and eliminate government waste and fraud.
On February 5, 2025, the House Oversight Committee convened to discuss the federal government's size and efficiency. During the session, Ranking Member Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-VA) introduced a motion to subpoena Elon Musk, head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), to testify about his role in restructuring federal agencies. Connolly emphasized the need for oversight, questioning Musk's authority to implement significant changes without congressional approval.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed Wednesday that the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has provided funding to multiple media outlets, including Politico.
