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First Thing: Trump says US will ‘own’ Gaza and that Palestinians should leave

President’s comments, which in effect endorsed ethnic cleansing, have been condemned globally. Plus, CIA reportedly offers to buy out its staff

The Guardian - UK

CIA Becomes First Major Security Agency To Offer Workforce Buyouts

A CIA spokesperson revealed that the buyout offers gave federal employees the option to resign in exchange for about eight months of pay and benefits.

International Business Times

CIA reportedly offers buyouts to entire workforce in latest Trump-era purge

The Central Intelligence Agency offered buyouts on Tuesday, citing aim to bring agency in line with Trump priorities, US media report

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CIA Offers Buyouts To Entire Workforce In Federal Downsizing

CIA offers buyouts to entire workforce in alignment with federal government downsizing efforts.

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CIA Director Ratcliffe Promises Changes And Focus On Mission

CIA Director John Ratcliffe outlines his mission-focused approach, emphasizing global intelligence collection and covert actions under his leadership.

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Tracking Trump cabinet confirmations – so far

Donald Trump’s picks for top posts in his administration have tested the loyalty of Senate Republicans

The Guardian - US

CIA says ‘more likely’ COVID-19 originated from a lab

The intelligence agency says it has ‘low confidence’ in assessment and will continue to evaluate credible information.

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CIA Asserts Covid-19 Likely Originated From Lab Leak In China

CIA investigates Covid-19 lab leak theory in China. Assessment points to Wuhan lab incident as likely cause. Significant shift in CIA's position.

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CIA concludes Covid-19 likely originated from China lab leak

The assessment was published this weekend on orders from Trump-appointed spy chief John Ratcliffe

Evening Standard

CIA backs COVID lab leak theory - but admits ‘low confidence’ in its own findings on pandemic’s start

The CIA now believes the virus responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic likely originated from a laboratory

The Independent UK

Watch top Texas business and political leaders discuss the state’s future under Donald Trump

Gov. Greg Abbott, U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, business leaders and Texans tabbed for President Donald Trump’s cabinet gathered in Washington last weekend to discuss the new administration.

The Texas Tribune

John Ratcliffe Confirmed to Head CIA Following Initial Blocks by Dems Citing 'Serious Concerns'

The final vote to ratify Ratcliffe as new CIA Director was 74-25; 21 Democrats voted along with every present Republican

Latin Times

Former Texas congressman John Ratcliffe confirmed as CIA director

Ratcliffe is a native of Heath, Texas, where he served as mayor from 2004 to 2012.

The Texas Tribune

Senate Confirms John Ratcliffe As CIA Director

Senate confirms John Ratcliffe as CIA director with commitment to non-partisanship and professionalism.

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Sen. Schumer Supports Delaying Confirmation Of CIA Director Nominee

Senator Schumer supports delaying Ratcliffe's confirmation due to lack of bipartisan support, signaling Democratic resistance to Trump's nominees.

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Senate To Vote On John Ratcliffe As CIA Director

The Senate is set to vote on John Ratcliffe's confirmation as CIA director, reflecting bipartisan support and highlighting the importance of qualified lead...

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Sen. Murphy Disrupts Senate Republicans' Plans For Quick Confirmations

Senator Chris Murphy's objection to swift confirmation of Trump's national security nominees causes Senate disruption.

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Senate Confirms Marco Rubio As Secretary Of State Unanimously

Senate confirms Marco Rubio as Secretary of State with bipartisan support on Inauguration Day.

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Donald Trump gets his first cabinet member as Senate confirms Marco Rubio as secretary of state

The Senate quickly confirmed Marco Rubio as secretary of state Monday.

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Senate To Vote On Confirming Marco Rubio As Secretary Of State

Senate Majority Leader Thune plans to swiftly confirm Trump's Cabinet nominees, including Rubio as Secretary of State and Ratcliffe as CIA director.

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John Ratcliffe's CIA Nomination Advances In Senate Intelligence Committee

John Ratcliffe's nomination for CIA Director advances in the Senate, facing support and opposition. Critical role in shaping U.S. intelligence policies.

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Maura Burns Named Acting CIA Director Until Ratcliffe Confirmation

Maura Burns appointed as acting CIA director, bringing expertise to lead during transition. Critical role in national security challenges and leadership tr...

The Texas Tribune

Trump praises Abbott at inauguration, promises to militarize border and build wall

Texas has already militarized the border under Gov. Greg Abbott’s Operation Lone Star.

Roll Call

Senators use confirmation hearings to press views on spy authority - Roll Call

Some Senate Republicans have asked about a powerful spy authority in the confirmation process for picks for key national security roles.

The Independent UK

Biden executive order aims to shore up US cyber defenses

An executive order issued by President Joe Biden just days before he leaves office aims to shore up America's cyber defenses while making it easier to go after foreign countries that launch cyberattacks

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