University of California faculty members and researchers have filed a class-action lawsuit against President Donald Trump and a wide array of federal agencies, challenging what they describe as politically motivated and unlawful cancellations of approved research grants. The lawsuit, submitted to a federal district court, marks a significant escalation in the growing conflict between public universities and the current federal administration over science funding and academic independence.

WASHINGTON – Elon Musk has officially stepped away from his role as a Special Government Employee under President Donald Trump’s administration. Musk, who was heading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), announced on his social media platform X that his time in the role has concluded. The DOGE initiative, a brainchild of the Trump administration, aimed to tackle and reduce wasteful government spending across federal agencies. Musk’s statement emphas

Democratic Representative LaMonica McIver has been charged with assault following a confrontation with federal officers outside an immigration detention facility in New Jersey. The announcement came from the state’s top federal prosecutor, who also revealed that a misdemeanor trespassing charge against Newark Mayor Ras Baraka has been dismissed. Although court documents outlining the assault charge have not been made public, the accusation centers on obstructing or interfering with law enf

Three freshman Democratic lawmakers in the U.S. House of Representatives have introduced new legislation that would allow individuals and organizations to sue the federal government — and even specific officials like Elon Musk — for obstructing congressionally approved federal spending. The bill, titled the Protect Our Constitution and Communities Act, was introduced by California Representatives Sam Liccardo and Dave Min, along with Virginia Representative Eugene Vindman. The pro

Newark Mayor Ras Baraka is scheduled to appear in federal court this Thursday following his arrest last Friday at the Delaney Hall ICE Detention Center in Newark. The arrest stems from an incident in which the mayor, along with several members of Congress, attempted to access the facility, leading to allegations from the Department of Homeland Security that they forcibly entered the premises without authorization. The mayor has publicly criticized the federal claims, stating that

A sweeping investigation has revealed that more than 100 federal contracts linked to Bay Area businesses and nonprofits have been abruptly terminated as part of the Department of Government Efficiency’s (DOGE) mission to slash spending and eliminate initiatives associated with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). The agency, formed under the direction of Elon Musk, claims to have saved taxpayers over $32 billion since January through widespread contract cancellations, including 118 t

Stock futures rose sharply on Thursday following an announcement from President Donald Trump that the United States and the United Kingdom have finalized a major trade agreement. This development sparked enthusiasm across Wall Street, especially in technology stocks, and contributed to a strong premarket rally. Futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 303 points, a 0.7% increase, while futures on the S&P 500 and Nasdaq

Millions of borrowers with defaulted federal student loans will soon face renewed consequences as the U.S. government resumes collections. The Department of Education has confirmed that, beginning May 5, it will refer defaulted loans to the Treasury Department’s offset program. This program allows the government to garnish wages, withhold tax refunds, and seize portions of Social Security checks to collect unpaid student debt. These measures officially end the collections pause introduced

 In response to a surge in reports of SNAP benefits theft across Houston and Texas, Congressman Al Green has announced the filing of the SNAP SECURE Act of 2025—a new federal legislative proposal aimed at restoring stolen Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits and improving card security. The announcement came after a months-long investigative series by KPRC 2 News, which highlighted the experiences of Houstonians who had their benefits skimmed—a type of el

Two healthcare executives were sentenced to federal prison for orchestrating a massive medical fraud operation that bilked the U.S. government out of $127 million through a scheme involving unnecessary medical braces and illegal kickbacks. The sentencing took place in federal court in Newark, marking the conclusion of one of the more brazen cases of healthcare fraud in recent years. Eric Karlewicz, 46, of Rockland County, New York, and Nicco Romanowski, 33, of Roswell, Georgia,

  Asia-Pacific markets traded mixed on Tuesday, reflecting investor caution after a turbulent session on Wall Street. The instability stemmed from renewed political pressure by U.S. President Donald Trump on Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. Trump's latest comments criticizing Powell’s leadership and calling for lower interest rates reverberated through global markets, reigniting concerns about central bank independence and its role in shaping monetary policy.

A growing clash between academic independence and federal oversight has erupted into a full-scale standoff after the Trump administration announced a freeze on over $2 billion in federal grants to Harvard University. The decision comes after the Ivy League institution firmly rejected a list of sweeping federal demands, including audits of student viewpoints and the dismantling of diversity and inclusion programs. On Monday night, the administration's Joint Task Force to Combat

A roofing company in northern Washington state became the focal point of a major federal immigration enforcement action this week, resulting in the arrest of 37 individuals. The operation took place in Bellingham, a city situated near the Canadian border, where federal agents from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) executed a raid at Mt. Baker Roofing’s warehouse early Wednesday morning. The agents, part of ICE’s Home

United States – The U.S. government announced Monday it will initiate a sweeping review of $9 billion in federal funding to Harvard University over allegations of anti-Semitism and campus unrest linked to pro-Palestinian protests. This move marks the latest escalation by President Donald Trump’s administration in its campaign against elite academic institutions that have seen intense student demonstrations related to the Israel-Gaza conflict. The General Services Administration co

The stock market suffered a sharp sell-off on Friday as fears over inflation, declining consumer confidence, and doubts about artificial intelligence investments combined to push major indexes lower. The S&P 500 dropped 2%, making it the second-worst trading day of 2025 for the broad-based index, while the Nasdaq Composite tumbled 2.7%, breaching its lowest point for the year. The Dow Jones Industrial Average also slumped, losing 1.7% as investors reacted to concerning economic signals.

US President Donald Trump delivered a triumphant address to Congress, emphasizing his administration’s policy shifts in global trade, domestic regulations, and federal restructuring. Within just six weeks of taking office, Trump boasted of achievements that have significantly altered America’s foreign relations, triggered trade disputes, and reduced the size of the federal workforce. His speech was met with a standing ovation from Republican supporters, while Democrats protested s

In response to widespread federal job losses, Maryland Governor Wes Moore has unveiled an initiative aimed at helping displaced federal employees find new opportunities within the state. The governor's executive action, announced Friday, outlines a plan to transition affected workers into state and county positions through job fairs and recruitment websites. Governor Moore made it clear that Maryland would not stand by while its residents face unemploym

The Department of Government Efficiency, known as the DOGE initiative, was introduced to streamline government spending by reducing the number of federal employees and eliminating programs that do not align with President Trump's policies. The initiative was presented as a necessary response to the growing $36 trillion national debt. One of its first major actions was the removal of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion programs, a move that has been met with both support and criticism. While

Elon Musk has assembled a team of six young engineers to modernize US federal systems under the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Among them is 22-year-old Akash Bobba, an Indian-origin engineer whose selection has sparked discussions on the role of young tech talent in governance. DOGE aims to introduce cutting-edge AI-driven automation to streamline government processes, reduce bureaucratic inefficiencies, and enhance cybersecurity. Bobba, a UC Berkeley graduate with experience at

The US government is facing a potential shutdown as the Friday night deadline for passing a spending bill approaches. The shutdown, driven by political deadlock, could furlough around 875,000 federal workers while 1.4 million essential workers would continue without pay during the holiday season. Although essential services like air traffic control and law enforcement would remain operational, employees will not be paid immediately, though they typically receive retroactive compensation once