The long-standing policy blocked taxpayer funding of abortion. President Donald Trump reinstated the Mexico City policy, barring the sending of taxpayer funds to foreign non-governmental agencies that support…
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Secretary of State Issues Humanitarian Waivers to Foreign Assistance Freeze
He says the waivers “continue life-saving humanitarian assistance programs.“ Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued an emergency humanitarian waiver to President Trump’s temporary foreign assistance pause for the…
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DOGE Implemented as White House Office Instead of Full Department
Preexisting U.S. Digital Service was renamed U.S. DOGE Service. President Donald Trump signed the executive order implementing the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) after his inauguration but authorized…
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President Trump Declares National Energy Emergency
He issues executive orders to expedite U.S. oil and gas drilling. President Donald Trump enacted dozens of executive orders on the first day of his second administration, one…
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President Elect Trump Speaks with President Xi Prior to Inauguration
He seeks to preserve TikTok’s use in the United States. President-elect Donald Trump spoke with Chinese President Xi Jinping this week as he prepares for his second aministration.…
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Memorial Held for President Carter at National Cathedral
President Biden declares January 9 a national day of mourning. President Joe Biden designated January 9 a National Day of Mourning when former President Jimmy Carter died on…
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Group of Legislators Urges President to Secure Border with Executive Powers
The members of the House express concerns as they face reelection challenges. Fifteen members of the House minority party sent a letter to President Joe Biden urging him…
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Federal Agencies Streamline Overseas Telework for Employees
The first lady commends the departments’ actions to facilitate employment for military spouses abroad. The Departments of State and Defense are updating the process for federal employees working…
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President Signs Executive Order on Women’s Healthcare Research
The first lady says the support for research will allow women to get the healthcare they need. President Joe Biden signed an executive order this week that directs…
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HHS Improves Child Care Affordability with New Rule
The regulation update allows low-income families to pay using 7 percent of their total income. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced a final rule which…
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