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Trump's revenge: How the former president could gut the federal bureaucracy

Trump planned to weed out anyone disloyal to him, including via the newly crafted "Schedule F."

Axios · Jul 23, 2022

Trump '25 plan to purge career officials

Trumpworld feverishly building a database of thousands of MAGA diehards who could replace longtime civil servants

Salon · Jul 22, 2022

Trump allies readying plans to gut US civil service if he returns to the White House

Trump allies are planning to stack a second Trump administration — or any future Republican administration — with loyalists while removing tens of thousands of civil servants

The Independent UK · Jul 22, 2022

Employer-sponsored premiums expected to jump 'significantly'

Employer-sponsored health care premiums are expected to see a larger than usual jump next year.

Axios · Jul 21, 2022

Congress' push to regulate Big Tech is fizzling out

Antitrust legislation will be tough to pass in the fall, with lawmakers distracted by midterm elections.

Axios · Jul 21, 2022

"Smart" surfaces could chill overheating cities

"Smart surfaces," like reflective roadways, can produce dramatic cooling.

Axios · Jul 21, 2022

Democrats say they’re the most extreme Republicans to ever run for office. So, why are they helping them win?

Democrats are once again employing a controversial strategy to boost extremist Republican candidates in primary campaigns. Experts say they’re “playing with fire.”

The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2022

House Republicans praise Mike Pence for "courage" on Jan. 6

Pence spoke at a meeting with the Republican Study Committee, the largest bloc of House conservatives.

Axios · Jul 20, 2022

White House holds out hope for Manchin climate deal later this summer

Democrats are leaving the door open to pursuing climate legislation in a potential second reconciliation package.

Axios · Jul 20, 2022

House passes bill to codify marriage equality with large bipartisan support

Almost 50 Republicans voted yes. The legislation is part of Democrats' response to the Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade.

Axios · Jul 19, 2022