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Elon Musk and his "DOGE" team offered to upgrade America's air traffic control system following a major airline crashTransportation Secretary Sean Duffy supported the initiative, criticizing current "1960s, World War II technology"The announcement comes after a collision between an American Airlines jet and Army helicopter over the Potomac RiverRecent NOTAM system failure highlighted existing technical vulnerabilities in air traffic controlCongressional response split along party lines - Republicans supportive, Democrats expressing serious concernsChronic controller shortage dates back to Reagan's 1981 firing of striking workers, worsened by COVID-19Details about DOGE team's specific role and planned changes remain unclearControllers currently use outdated radar-based systems despite long-running NextGen modernization effortsInvestigation revealed consolidated controller positions at Reagan National Airport on day of crashMilitary helicopter training schedules during peak passenger times questioned by Transportation Secretary
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Sen. Rand Paul publicly opposed Trump's Gaza proposal, criticizing it as contradicting "America First" principlesTrump suggested seizing control of Gaza and potentially deploying U.S. troops to transform it into a "Riviera of the Middle East"Secretary Rubio supported Trump's vision, promoting the idea of "Making Gaza Beautiful Again"Trump expressed willingness to send U.S. troops to Gaza if deemed necessary for securityTrump plans to take control of and develop parts of Gaza according to his statementsSpeaker Mike Johnson showed preliminary support for Trump's proposal while awaiting detailsDemocrats hold leverage through control of U.S. weapons sales to IsraelDemocratic lawmakers have halted a $1 billion arms sale to IsraelThe blocked arms sale includes 1,000-pound bombs and Caterpillar armored bulldozersPaul warned against "another occupation" that would cost American lives and resources
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Trump proposed unprecedented U.S. control of Gaza Strip during a White House press conference with Netanyahu, suggesting "long-term ownership" that could last 10-15 years.The plan calls for nearly two million Palestinian residents to permanently relocate to neighboring countries, marking a dramatic shift from decades of U.S. policy.Congressional leaders from both parties expressed skepticism, with even Trump ally Lindsey Graham calling the proposal "problematic."Middle East experts, including former Palestinian Authority advisor Khaled Elgindy, criticized the plan as "bizarre and incoherent."White House officials argue mass relocation is the only viable option and seek to convince Egypt and Jordan to accept displaced Palestinians.The administration estimates Gaza reconstruction would take 10-15 years, far longer than the 3-5 years outlined in cease-fire agreements.The proposal lacks clear details on how to handle Palestinian resistance to relocation or potential U.S. military deployment.Saudi Arabia immediately rejected the plan, stating it wouldn't normalize ties with Israel without a clear path to Palestinian statehood.Trump expressed uncertainty about the current cease-fire's durability while presenting his proposal.The plan faces significant implementation challenges and could complicate other regional objectives, including Israel-Saudi normalization efforts.
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Trump administration plans to place 100+ EPA environmental justice staff on administrative leaveAffects EPA's civil rights and environmental justice office, which had 200 employees under BidenAdministrative leave limited to 10 days per year, future status unclearStems from Jan 20 executive order targeting diversity and inclusion programsAgency compiling list of environmental justice project workersMove impacts programs funded by Biden's infrastructure package and Inflation Reduction ActEJScreen environmental mapping tool taken offlineSimilar actions at other agencies - USAID closed facilities, put 10,000 staff on leaveEPA can terminate newer employees with less than one year serviceCritics say cuts affect poor communities, including rural Republican areas
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A House Oversight Committee hearing became chaotic following attempts to subpoena Elon MuskMusk has been working with the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) on federal budget and employee reductionsRep. Gerry Connolly (D-VA) initiated the subpoena motion over concerns about unauthorized agency restructuringThese changes reportedly include employee terminations, transfers, and early retirement offersThe actions are being conducted without congressional oversight or reviewOversight Chair James Comer (R-KY) moved to block the subpoena attemptThe blocked motion sparked protests from Democratic committee membersRep. Melanie Stansbury (D-NM) was among those who voiced oppositionThe controversy centers on the extent of executive branch restructuring authorityThe incident highlights growing tension between congressional oversight and executive reorganization efforts
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Trump administration plans to reduce USAID staff from over 10,000 to fewer than 300 employees worldwide, with only 12 staff remaining in the Africa bureau and 8 in AsiaThe reorganization is being led by Elon Musk, described as a close Trump ally, since January 20All directly hired USAID employees globally are being put on leave, with thousands of overseas personnel being recalledThe administration aims to merge USAID with the State Department under Marco Rubio, though this may require congressional approvalUSAID managed over $40 billion in fiscal 2023, providing aid to approximately 130 countriesTwo-thirds of USAID's current 10,000+ employees work outside the United StatesFormer USAID head J. Brian Atwood warns that "a lot of people will not survive" these changesTop aid recipients in 2023 included Ukraine, Ethiopia, Jordan, DR Congo, Somalia, Yemen, and AfghanistanOnly staff designated for "mission-critical functions, core leadership and specially designated programs" will continue workingTermination notices have already begun being distributed to agency workers
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