Policy
Hegseth stands up anti-DEI task force
Some of the task force’s targets, like quotas and discriminatory promotion policies, don’t exist.
Policy
Feds shouldn't take ‘deferred resignation’ offer, warn employee groups, Democrats, experts
They say the purported severance package may lack a legal underpinning—and that Trump and Musk have been accused of reneging on promises to employees.
Policy
Air Force shutters quality of life working groups as Trump takes over the Pentagon
The groups had remained active, and even expanded, during Trump’s first term.
Threats
Hegseth said he settled sexual assault accusation for $50,000
The 2020 settlement by Trump’s pick to lead the Pentagon was revealed in response to Sen. Warren’s confirmation questions.
Policy
Pentagon, agencies must end telework, remote work in 30 days, OPM says
There are exceptions for military spouses and employees with disabilities in the policy, which DOGE leaders have touted as a way to shrink the federal civilian workforce.
Policy
Trump administration to lay off all federal employees in DEI offices
The president has ordered federal agencies to immediately cease all DEI-related activities.
Policy
Trump repeals protections for transgender service members
Inauguration-day move clears way to limit their right to serve.
Ideas
Trump wants a faster security clearance process, too
But can he avoid politicizing it? On Day One, he stripped clearances from people he doesn't like and created a temporary end-run for people he does.
Policy
Reported Trump ‘loyalty tests’ for national-security officials draw criticism
If career employees are removed from the National Security Council, they would return to their home agencies, but the top Democrat on the House Oversight Committee has expressed concern.
Policy
Federal background-check overhaul is finally on track, DSCA says
Workers in national security-sensitive positions are now fully enrolled in continuous vetting.
Threats
A Coast Guard commander miscarried. She nearly died after being denied care.
Tricare stuck to its denial even after her doctor said continuing the pregnancy would endanger her life.
Threats
Some Republicans remain unsold on Hegseth
Sexual-assault allegation cited along with other concerns about Trump's pick for defense secretary.
Policy
After delay, Trump opts for conventional FBI screenings of nominees, transition team
The president-elect's team had suggested skipping the background checks routinely used to protect secret and sensitive information.
Ideas
What game theory says about a MAGA military
A thought experiment based on Trump’s desire for officers who obey without question.
Ideas