Trump accelerates his control over federal agencies, slashing NASA’s science leadership, restructuring labor protections, and fast-tracking DHS contracts to GOP-linked firms. Meanwhile, a House investigation targets mass layoffs in government agencies. As tensions rise over transparency and security, these changes could redefine federal oversight, labor rights, and economic policy.
Today, several U.S. federal departments unveiled notable policy changes and initiatives. The Department of Education plans to decentralize control to states, aiming to reduce federal oversight. The Treasury Department sanctioned a leader of a darknet marketplace linked to fentanyl sales. The Social Security Administration issued over $7.5 billion in retroactive payments following policy repeals. Additionally, the Office of Personnel Management released guidance on workforce reductions to enhance government efficiency.
Major policy shifts unfolded across the U.S. Executive Branch. The Department of Defense announced significant workforce reductions, the Treasury Secretary confronted China on economic policies, and the Department of Energy outlined its vision at CPAC. These developments signal key priorities for the administration and have sparked both praise and criticism across industries and political spheres.